PFAS exposure before birth could put your teen at risk for high blood pressure, study finds - CNN

A teen with high blood pressure is more likely to become an adult with heart disease. Prenatal exposure to PFAS may put kids at greater risk, a new study found.

Texas public health departments brace for another $119 million in federal cuts - The Texas Tribune

Three months ago, Texas lost $700 million in unspent federal pandemic-era funding.

Grad Supplied the Office Coffee for Years. Now She’s Leaving and They’re Mad She’s Taking the Machine - AOL.com

As she wraps up her PhD, one woman wrestles with the decision to leave behind a coffee maker for a challenging colleague

Key mechanism that leads to high blood pressure uncovered - Medical Xpress

When someone has high blood pressure, or hypertension, it results in changes to the walls of their blood vessels. This process is known as arterial or vascular remodeling, which is driven by smooth muscle cells in the blood vessel wall. Researchers at Michiga…

Woman with measles visited Plano church, coffee shop; 1st case confirmed in Dallas - NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth

Dallas County Health and Human Services has confirmed the first case of measles in a Dallas County resident

Can weight loss drugs like ozempic affect male genitalia ? A fact-check of the bizarre viral claim - Times of India

Recent social media buzz suggests Ozempic, a diabetes and weight loss drug, may increase penis size, fueled by anecdotal Reddit posts. Experts clarify

West Nile Virus and Other Nationally Notifiable Arboviral Diseases — United States, 2023 - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention | CDC (.gov)

This report describes arboviral disease cases reported in the United States during 2023.

Guest column | Doctors said I was ‘too young’ to be seriously ill. I had Stage 4 cancer. - The Washington Post

What it took to finally get doctors to listen to me — and what I’ve learned since.

5 food combinations that naturally boost gut health - Times of India

A healthy gut is a sign of a healthy and fit body. Hence, it is very important to eat the right foods, in the right quantity and combinations, to keep the gut and digestive health in place. It is said that fiber-rich foods are good for the gut, and keeping th…

Gut microbiome study links Parkinson's disease to environmental chemicals - Medical Xpress

Parkinson's disease is a progressive and common neurodegenerative condition, typically characterized by involuntary shaking, stiffness, and slow movement. Beyond these motor symptoms, individuals often experience a range of non-motor issues, including signifi…

Pancreatic cancer vaccines eliminate disease in preclinical studies - The Daily | Case Western Reserve University

Researchers at Case Western Reserve University are developing vaccines targeting pancreatic cancer that could eliminate the disease, leaving a patient cancer-free. So far, the vaccines have achieved dramatic results in studies with mouse models.

I tested an AI-powered glucose monitor against a traditional monitor for two weeks. Here's my verdict - ZDNET

The Stelo by Dexcom is an over-the-counter continuous glucose monitor that uses AI-powered insights to help you understand, assess, and manage your metabolic health.

Can creatine damage your kidneys? Myths, facts, and what you need to watch out for - Times of India

Creatine, a popular workout supplement, is generally safe for healthy individuals, aiding in muscle growth and energy. Research indicates no kidney da

Why Bats Don’t Get Cancer—and What That Means for Humans - Gizmodo

Some bat species can live cancer-free for up to 25 years, which is equivalent to 180 human years. How do they do it?

Oral-Gut Bacteria Linked to Dementia Risk in Parkinson’s Disease - Neuroscience News

A new study has found that bacteria from the mouth may migrate to the gut and contribute to cognitive decline in people with Parkinson’s disease.

Scientists Identify New Way Cancers Sustain Themselves–and That Ginger Could Disrupt it - Good News Network

A ginger-derived molecule known as EMC shuts down a cancer's fat-making machinery causing it to activate backup systems and become vulnerable