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This exercise habit may slash dementia risk and help you live longer, study finds
Health · Jun 7, 2026

This exercise habit may slash dementia risk and help you live longer, study finds

A Harvard study of over 147,000 adults found that 90 to 119 minutes of weekly strength training was linked to a 13% lower risk of death from any cause.

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Scientists reveal surprising brain benefit of laughter: 'It's a mental workout'
Health · Jun 7, 2026

Scientists reveal surprising brain benefit of laughter: 'It's a mental workout'

New research suggests laughter is a vital catalyst for child development, enhancing the brain growth, emotional well-being and social bonding of children.

Flying with cannabis? TSA's new guidance comes with a major health warning
Health · Jun 7, 2026

Flying with cannabis? TSA's new guidance comes with a major health warning

The TSA has updated medical marijuana guidelines, but experts warn against using cannabis on flights due to health effects at altitude.

Drinking alcohol may influence cravings for certain foods in a surprising way, study suggests
Health · Jun 6, 2026

Drinking alcohol may influence cravings for certain foods in a surprising way, study suggests

University of Sydney researchers suggest alcohol may increase a hormone that drives savory-food cravings, leading to overeating ultra-processed foods.

Can alkaline water actually improve your health? Experts separate fact from fiction
Health · Jun 6, 2026

Can alkaline water actually improve your health? Experts separate fact from fiction

Is alkaline water actually better for you? Mayo Clinic and Harvard Medical School experts weigh in on the claims, benefits and potential dangers.

Breakthrough pancreatic cancer drug shows survival gains that surprise experts
Health · Jun 5, 2026

Breakthrough pancreatic cancer drug shows survival gains that surprise experts

Conversation starters, celebrity health reveals, healthy living hacks and medical cautions: Here's what you missed in Fox News Health this week

Scientists unveil 'living bandage' that could dramatically speed wound healing
Health · Jun 5, 2026

Scientists unveil 'living bandage' that could dramatically speed wound healing

Rice University researchers developed a "living bandage" that uses engineered cells to deliver healing proteins directly to wounds in animal trials.

'I thought I had the flu': Mom nearly died after dismissing deadly sepsis symptoms
Health · Jun 5, 2026

'I thought I had the flu': Mom nearly died after dismissing deadly sepsis symptoms

Virginia Beach mother Audrey Leishman shares her harrowing sepsis survival story to raise awareness after NASCAR star Kyle Busch's death from the condition.

Popular weight-loss diet shows surprising impact on serious mental health condition
Health · Jun 4, 2026

Popular weight-loss diet shows surprising impact on serious mental health condition

New UC San Diego research suggests the keto diet may help reduce anorexia nervosa symptoms, with 72% of participants scoring in the recovered or normal range.

People taking common sleep drug may not realize they're too impaired to drive, study finds
Health · Jun 4, 2026

People taking common sleep drug may not realize they're too impaired to drive, study finds

A study found quetiapine reduced obstructive sleep apnea events but tripled attention lapses and impaired driving the next morning, researchers say.

New ways to prevent flu revealed in 'accidental' lab breakthrough, study finds
Health · Jun 3, 2026

New ways to prevent flu revealed in 'accidental' lab breakthrough, study finds

Researchers accidentally find that H3N2 and H1N1 flu strains use different strategies to enter cells, revealing new paths to prevent influenza infections.

One extra serving of processed meat a day linked to higher cancer risk
Health · Jun 3, 2026

One extra serving of processed meat a day linked to higher cancer risk

Processed meat consumption may be linked to an increased risk of stomach and esophageal cancer, according to a large European study spanning 14 years.

New cancer vaccine delivers stunning result against one of the deadliest skin cancers
Health · Jun 2, 2026

New cancer vaccine delivers stunning result against one of the deadliest skin cancers

A new mRNA melanoma vaccine from Merck and Moderna showed sustained benefits over five years, cutting the risk of cancer recurrence or death by nearly half.

Cancer survivors saw major improvements in sleep and well-being with one weekly practice
Health · Jun 2, 2026

Cancer survivors saw major improvements in sleep and well-being with one weekly practice

A new study found that a structured yoga program helped cancer survivors experience major improvements in sleep, mood, fatigue and overall well-being.

Everyday task may help detect early dementia signs before diagnosis, study finds
Health · Jun 1, 2026

Everyday task may help detect early dementia signs before diagnosis, study finds

Scientists have discovered that a simple writing test could detect cognitive impairment in older adults before more serious symptoms develop.

Veterans face surprising threat after cancer diagnosis, study reveals
Health · Jun 1, 2026

Veterans face surprising threat after cancer diagnosis, study reveals

A new JAMA Oncology study finds veterans with cancer face elevated suicide risk that can persist for up to five years following their diagnosis.

Quitting smoking could offer a major benefit beyond heart and lung health, study finds
Health · May 31, 2026

Quitting smoking could offer a major benefit beyond heart and lung health, study finds

New research analyzing over 32,000 adults over 25 years suggests quitting smoking may reduce dementia risk and support long-term brain health.

Just 5 minutes of prayer could have surprising health benefits, study finds
Health · May 31, 2026

Just 5 minutes of prayer could have surprising health benefits, study finds

A new study published in The Annals of Family Medicine found that adult patients experienced significant pain and anxiety relief after five minutes of prayer.

Cancer survivors may see surprising benefits from one specific exercise, study says
Health · May 30, 2026

Cancer survivors may see surprising benefits from one specific exercise, study says

Cancer survivors who practiced yoga reported improvements in mood, anxiety and fatigue compared to standard care alone, a clinical trial found.

What to do if someone is having a stroke, after Jill Biden revealed debate-night fears
Health · May 30, 2026

What to do if someone is having a stroke, after Jill Biden revealed debate-night fears

Dr. Marc Siegel, Fox News senior medical analyst, shares key stroke warning signs and emergency steps after Jill Biden revealed she feared Joe Biden was having a stroke during a debate.

Controversial drug delivered rapid relief for severe depression in just hours
Health · May 29, 2026

Controversial drug delivered rapid relief for severe depression in just hours

Conversation starters, celebrity health reveals, healthy living hacks and medical cautions: Here's what you missed in Fox News Health this week

Single infusion of controversial drug changed severe depression symptoms within hours, study finds
Health · May 29, 2026

Single infusion of controversial drug changed severe depression symptoms within hours, study finds

Researchers say a single intravenous ketamine infusion can rapidly relieve severe depression and suicidal thoughts when traditional antidepressants fail.

What to know about thyroid cancer prognosis following Pam Bondi's diagnosis
Health · May 28, 2026

What to know about thyroid cancer prognosis following Pam Bondi's diagnosis

Former AG Pam Bondi was reportedly diagnosed with thyroid cancer after leaving the Justice Department. Here's what to know about the disease.

Tick bite ER visits hit highest seasonal level in years as doctors warn of disease surge
Health · May 28, 2026

Tick bite ER visits hit highest seasonal level in years as doctors warn of disease surge

CDC data shows tick bite-related ER visits are at their highest seasonal levels in years, with doctors urging prevention amid a tick-borne disease surge.

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