Anti-aging drug boosts brain blood flow in people at higher Alzheimer’s risk, study finds

A new University of Missouri study found that a drug called rapamycin improved blood flow in the brains of healthy middle-aged people with a gene linked to a higher risk of Alzheimer’s disease.

Permanent daylight saving time could add 2 billion dark school commutes, study finds

Permanent daylight saving time could add at least 2 billion school commutes before sunrise each year nationwide, according to a University of Washington study.

Date-rape drug at center of Cornell sex assault allegations can leave victims unaware of surroundings

An investigation into an alleged gang rape at a Cornell University fraternity has thrust the illicit use of ketamine into the spotlight, calling attention to the powerful anesthetic’s use on college campuses as a date-rape drug.

New study says roughly 3 in 4 deceased NFL players from 2008 to 2023 had CTE

Nearly 75% of deceased ex-NFL players examined in a medical study had chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE), underscoring the severe cognitive toll connected to professional football.

American Red Cross to offer free A1C test results for blood donors during November

For the second straight year, the American Red Cross will provide a free A1c test for everyone who donates blood during November, which is National Diabetes Month. 

Cybersecurity incident forces New Mexico hospital to turn away patients

A cybersecurity breach on a New Mexico hospital network prompted widespread ambulance diversions and forced emergency facilities to temporarily turn away patients seeking care.

Male supplement recalled over undeclared Viagra, Cialis ingredients

Tonight We Ride, LLC is recalling all lots of its Ultimate Forza male supplement after testing found undeclared sildenafil, tadalafil and dapoxetine.

Blood sugar spikes may be tied to everyday habits you can control, expert says

Everyday habits — from what you eat for breakfast to how much you sleep — can have a significant impact on blood sugar levels, according to a metabolic health expert.

Here’s how daylight saving time impacts your body and what you can do

An extra hour of sleep is on the way for Americans this weekend as clocks turn back to standard time, ushering in earlier sunsets and changes to daily routines and sleep habits. Here’s how you can adjust to the time change.

US measles cases surpass 4,500, more than double last year's total

The United States is grappling with a surge in measles cases in 2026, with cases substantially higher in certain areas compared to others.

Women's wellness experiences: What's behind their popularity

Women's wellness experiences are growing in popularity. Many say the in-person connection to work out in community is even greater after the solitude of the pandemic.

Want to improve your mood and your health? Smile more often, experts suggest

Researchers say that reminding yourself to smile more often can make you feel better, but that doesn’t mean you have to watch something funny or search for humor around you. 

Popular sleep aids before surgery may lower risk of long-term opioid use, study finds

A new study suggests that taking melatonin or Ambien before surgery may help reduce anxiety, postsurgical pain and opioid use during the immediate recovery period.

Pro-football Hall of Famer Marshall Faulk reveals Parkinson's diagnosis

Pro-football Hall of Famer and Southern University coach Marshall Faulk has opened up about his diagnosis of Parkinson’s disease, a condition he has been managing for approximately a year-and-a-half.

New study reveals why dangerous fungus is so difficult to treat

Scientists discovered how the deadly fungus Candida auris can survive antifungal treatment – a finding that could lead to new therapies.

Dementia risk may be linked to seemingly harmless daily habit, new research suggests

A study from Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health found that older adults who napped frequently or unintentionally had a higher risk of developing dementia over the following decade.