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healthWomen discuss the luteal phase on social media
The luteal phase is a topic of increasing discussion among women on social media. Women are sharing their experiences and symptoms associated with thi
Aug 3
healthUK Clinic Takes Steps to Boost Falling Child Immunization Rates
A clinic in west Yorkshire is working to increase child immunization rates as they fall across the UK. The clinic's efforts come as health officials l
Aug 3
health50+Two deaths reported in Michigan cyclospora outbreak
Two people in Michigan have died in connection with the multistate cyclosporiasis outbreak. The individuals who died had significant underlying health
Aug 3
health50+Angela Nissel Releases Memoir About Caring for Terminally Ill Parent
Angela Nissel's new book, Good Grief, Pass the Bread, Mom Is Dead, is a memoir about her experience caring for a terminally ill parent. The book appro
Aug 1
health50+Milwaukee Shoulder Syndrome Identified in 1981
Doctors identified a condition known as Milwaukee Shoulder Syndrome in 1981, based on cases in four women. The condition is characterized by a missing
Aug 1
health50+Cyclosporiasis Cases Rise in Five Outbreak States
The CDC has reported 4,173 confirmed cases of cyclosporiasis in the US between May 1 and July 20. Cases have now been reported in at least 41 states,
Aug 1
health50+Red Cross declares blood supply shortage crisis in US
The American Red Cross has declared a crisis over the blood supply shortage in the US due to fewer donations and higher demand. This is the second tim
Jul 30
health50+US Blood Supply Reaches Crisis Levels
The American Red Cross has declared a national blood supply crisis due to a significant shortage of donations. The organization is urging people to do
Jul 28
health50+Carly Simon reveals Parkinson's and cancer diagnoses
Carly Simon, the singer of 'You're So Vain', has been diagnosed with Parkinson's disease and has undergone surgery for basal cell carcinoma. She says
Jul 27
health50+US Measles Cases in 2026 Surpass Last Year's Total
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports over 2,300 measles cases in 2026, exceeding the total number of cases in 2025. The cases have b
Jul 24
health50+Cyclospora Outbreak Hits Michigan
A cyclospora outbreak is spreading across the US, with Michigan being the hardest hit state. The outbreak is causing significant disruption in the sta
Jul 24
health50+FDA Panel Votes to Add Peptides to Compounding List
The FDA's Pharmacy Compounding Advisory Committee voted to add peptides to the list of substances compounding pharmacies can make. The decision was ma
Jul 24
health50+FDA Committee Reviews Lifting Ban on Certain Peptides
An FDA advisory committee is meeting to consider widening access to seven peptides. The peptides have gained support from wellness influencers and oth
Jul 23
health50+Woman's UTI Evolves into Brain Infection Over Two Years
A woman developed a urinary tract infection that evolved over two years into a brain infection. The bacteria from her initial UTI had changed, leading
Jul 23
health50+Finerenone Found to Slow Kidney Function Decline
An international study discovered that finerenone reduces the risk of serious kidney and cardiovascular complications in people with chronic kidney di
Jul 23
health50+Mediterranean Diet Linked to Higher Levels of Heart and Brain Protective Proteins
A study found that older adults who closely followed the Mediterranean diet had higher levels of tiny proteins that protect the heart and brain. The d
Jul 23
health50+Study Links Frequent Midlife TV Viewing to Brain Changes
A study of 1,700 adults found that frequent TV viewers in midlife showed smaller brain regions involved in memory and decision-making. The study sugge
Jul 23
health50+FDA Still Investigating Taylor Farms Lettuce for Cyclospora Outbreak
The FDA believes Taylor Farms lettuce is likely the source of a Cyclospora outbreak that has sickened at least 1,644 people. The company has voluntari
Jul 23
health50+Wildfire Smoke Affects Millions in US and Canada
Wildfires in northern Minnesota and Canada are causing poor air quality in the Midwest and Northeast. Air quality alerts have been issued in several c
Jul 23
health50+NHS in England to Provide Fampridine for MS Patients
The NHS in England will provide the drug Fampridine to eligible multiple sclerosis patients. Up to 5,000 patients may benefit from the treatment.
Jul 23
health50+Lab-grown mini brains show promise in Alzheimer's treatment research
Researchers have made a breakthrough in Alzheimer's treatment research using miniature brain models grown from patients' cells. These lab-grown mini b
Jul 22
health50+US Sees Record Cyclospora Outbreak
A record cyclospora outbreak has occurred in the US, prompting concerns about consumer safety. The source of the outbreak is still unclear, and offici
Jul 22
health50+About 1 in 4 US Employees Stay in Jobs for Health Insurance
A recent survey found that 24% of US employees stay in unwanted jobs due to health insurance. This percentage has increased significantly since 2021.
Jul 22
health50+FDA Panel to Discuss Peptide Regulations
A Food and Drug Administration advisory panel is meeting to discuss regulations on peptides. The panel will make recommendations on whether specialize
Jul 22
health50+Researchers Identify Potential Mechanism for Alzheimer's Spread
Scientists have discovered that a common brain protein may be helping Alzheimer's disease spread through the brain. This protein carries toxic Tau pro
Jul 22
health50+Scientists Link Immune Cells to Sleep Loss in Alzheimer's Disease
Researchers have found that overactive immune cells in the brain may contribute to sleep loss in Alzheimer's disease. In a study on mice, removing the
Jul 22