HEALTH & WELLNESS
Early Junk Food Rewires the Brain but Gut Bacteria Offer Hope
Early exposure to junk food permanently changes the brain's appetite control center, according to new research. The study found that unhealthy childho…
By Emerson Gray · Feb 26, 2026
HEALTH & WELLNESS
Daily Tooth Brushing Could Slash Your Dementia Risk by Nearly Half
Regular tooth brushing may significantly reduce the risk of dementia and cardiovascular disease, according to new research from dental health experts.…
By Drew Mitchell · Feb 25, 2026
HEALTH & WELLNESS
Blood Pressure Drug Shows Promise as Anti-Aging Treatment
A blood pressure medication called rilmenidine shows promising anti-aging effects that could extend lifespan, according to new research. The drug appe…
By Jamie Sullivan · Feb 25, 2026
HEALTH & WELLNESS
Five Simple Strategies Help Parents Break Free From Overwhelming Daily Stress
Psychologist and mother Juli Fraga identifies five key strategies that help parents manage stress more effectively. According to Fraga, stress shouldn…
By Avery Bennett · Feb 24, 2026
HEALTH & WELLNESS
Scientists Create First Human Antibodies to Block Epstein-Barr Virus
Scientists have made a major breakthrough in developing treatments against the Epstein-Barr virus, which infects approximately 95% of people worldwide…
By Drew Mitchell · Feb 23, 2026
HEALTH & WELLNESS
Deep Sleep Acts as Natural Shield Against Alzheimer's Memory Loss
New research suggests that getting deep sleep may help prevent brain health decline associated with Alzheimer's disease, the most prevalent form of de…
By Quinn Foster · Feb 22, 2026
HEALTH & WELLNESS
Breakthrough Nasal Spray Vaccine Protects Mice Against All Respiratory Threats
Stanford Medicine researchers have developed a nasal spray vaccine that successfully protected mice against multiple types of respiratory threats, inc…
By Riley Carter · Feb 21, 2026
HEALTH & WELLNESS
Exercise Protects Aging Brains Through Liver Enzyme Discovery
UC San Francisco researchers have discovered how exercise may improve brain function by strengthening the blood-brain barrier. As people age, this pro…
By Emerson Gray · Feb 20, 2026
HEALTH & WELLNESS
Dirty Air Directly Attacks the Brain to Trigger Alzheimer's Disease
New research suggests particles from burning fossil fuels may cause more brain damage than previously understood, directly increasing the risk of deve…
By Hayden Walsh · Feb 19, 2026
HEALTH & WELLNESS
Utah Health System Battles Growing Heart Rhythm Crisis With Statewide Expansion
Intermountain Health is expanding heart care across Utah by adding cardiac specialists in seven counties including Salt Lake, Utah, Davis, Weber, Wash…
By Taylor Reed · Feb 19, 2026
HEALTH & WELLNESS
Cannabis Users Show Better Brain Health in Large Aging Study
A large study of 26,000 older adults suggests that moderate cannabis use could benefit brain health as people age. Researchers found that participants…
By Quinn Foster · Feb 18, 2026
HEALTH & WELLNESS
Ghana HIV Network Reveals Shocking Sexual Transmission Statistics
The majority of HIV infections in Ghana are transmitted through sexual intercourse, according to Ernest Amoabeng Ortsin, President of the Ghana HIV an…
By Devin Marsh · Feb 17, 2026
HEALTH & WELLNESS
Young Adults Face Alarming Rise in Colorectal Cancer Deaths
Colorectal cancer deaths are rising among younger adults, highlighted by actor James Van Der Beek's 2023 diagnosis at age 48. The trend has prompted h…
By Drew Mitchell · Feb 15, 2026