health50+RFK Jr. Names 8 New Members to USPSTF Task Force
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has appointed 8 new members to the USPSTF task force. The USPSTF plays a crucial role in determining insurance coverage for prev
Sep 19
health50+Study Finds Link Between Osteoporosis Drugs and Lower Alzheimer's Risk
A study of over 121,000 older adults in Hong Kong found that certain osteoporosis drugs may be linked to a lower risk of Alzheimer's disease. The stud
Sep 16
health50+Michael J. Fox Honored at 2026 Emmys
Michael J. Fox received a standing ovation at the 2026 Emmys. He was accompanied by his wife Tracy Pollan and discussed his foundation's work on Parki
Sep 15
health50+Study Links GLP-1 Weight-Loss Drugs to Brain Disorder
A recent study found a link between GLP-1 weight-loss drugs and Wernicke encephalopathy, a potentially deadly brain disorder. The study identified 15
Sep 13
health50+Researchers Link Alzheimer's Risk Gene to Brain Cell Shrinkage
Scientists have found that the APOE4 gene, a major risk factor for Alzheimer's, may cause brain cells to shrink years before symptoms appear. This dis
Sep 12
health50+CDC Declares Cyclospora Outbreak Over
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has declared the Cyclospora outbreak related to Taylor Farms lettuce over, with the number of recent in
Sep 11
health50+Fall Vaccine Recommendations and Rollout Announced
Health officials have released evidence-based recommendations for fall vaccines. The rollout for this year's vaccines has also been announced, providi
Sep 10
health50+Dolly Parton Kept Cancer Diagnosis Private
Dolly Parton's sister, Stella Parton, revealed that Dolly kept her cancer diagnosis a secret. According to Stella, Dolly did not want to worry her fan
Sep 10