Health

Vinay Prasad is steering a bold new push to rewrite how vaccines get approved, demanding real-world effectiveness data in addition to traditional safety signals. The plan tightens standards for vaccines given during pregnancy and could slow new shots, while shaking up decades of vaccination guidelines. As debates over safety and efficacy escalate, the future of…

Zepbound price cuts aim to boost access to weight‑loss therapy. Through LillyDirect, uninsured patients can now pay $299 a month for single‑dose vials and $399 for the 5 mg dose, with other doses at $449. The move reflects a broader industry push to lower barriers to these treatments.

One virus reshaped medicine and the global outlook on health. HIV hides in the body’s cells, mutates at every turn, and continues to challenge our best science—even as treatment evolves and lives improve. A tale of resilience, discovery, and the relentless pursuit of answers.

A lunchtime fundraiser turns compassion into action as Bloom Aid rallies support for menstrual hygiene access. Teaming up with Plover International and LA-based partners, the club aims to grow youth-led efforts and fight period poverty through ongoing community collaboration. A look at how small, local actions can spark lasting change.

Donald Glover opens up about a life-changing health scare that interrupted his 2024 world tour. His candid reflections on resilience, duty to his fans, and what comes next hint at a powerful comeback story.

A promising new weight‑loss drug targeting amylin is showing encouraging results in Phase 2 trials, presenting a fresh approach beyond current GLP‑1 therapies. With obesity a global challenge, researchers are expanding the toolbox to tailor treatments to individual needs.

Whooping cough is on the rise in the Mid-Ohio Valley as the holidays approach. It often starts like a cold but can lead to intense coughing fits, especially for the young and elderly. Simple precautions—covering coughs, frequent hand-washing, cleaning high-touch surfaces, and staying up to date on vaccines—could help protect your family this season.

An emerging flu subclade called K is raising alarms as Thanksgiving gatherings approach. With hints of vaccine resistance and outbreaks abroad, this season could unfold differently than expected.

Whooping cough is making a serious comeback, with rising cases and tragic infant fatalities drawing urgent attention to vaccination gaps. As immunity wanes, the youngest remain at highest risk, prompting questions about what it will take to curb the spread. A quick look at the factors behind the resurgence and what it could mean for…

Post Malone is gearing up for a Thanksgiving halftime moment, but a dramatic offstage transformation is turning heads. A notable weight loss, a soda-free regime, and a renewed focus on family mark a powerful personal comeback.

Simone Biles offers a rare, intimate glimpse into her recovery, revealing how her fiancé Jonathan Owens stepped in as caregiver and confidant. From quiet moments of healing to unwavering support, this look at their real-life teamwork shines a new light on love, resilience, and life beyond the spotlight.

From a youthful grin with its own quirks to a polished, camera-ready smile, her dental evolution mirrors a rise to global stardom. Braces, refinements, and veneers weave a behind-the-scenes tale of beauty, craft, and allure.

Jim Gaffigan dives into bourbon culture with a new stand-up set filmed among Kentucky’s oak barrels. A funny, thoughtful take on midlife, family, and savoring the moment—tuning humor to mindful indulgence rather than overindulgence.

An Austin-based neurotech company inches closer to turning thoughts into speech for people with paralysis, clearing a major regulatory milestone in a race to redefine communication. As the field grows more crowded, the promise of restored voice and renewed independence sparks both optimism and fierce competition.

Meghan Trainor opens up about a health reboot sparked by gestational diabetes, revealing what it takes to stay strong for her kids and her music. Her journey—from a high-profile weight loss to a science-backed wellness routine—offers a candid look at resilience, motherhood, and chasing a lasting career.

Financial planners warn that the ACA subsidy cliff could return in 2026, risking large premium jumps for households near the threshold. With millions potentially affected, experts say proactive planning—often through tax-advantaged moves and careful income management—could help preserve subsidies and keep health coverage affordable.

Eric Dane delivers a deeply personal ALS story in a new episode, voicing a heroic firefighter whose journey mirrors his own battle. The performance doubles as advocacy, using the spotlight to push for awareness and funding for ALS research. It promises moving moments that remind us how art can fuel real-world change.

Novo Nordisk reports that two Phase 3 trials of semaglutide for Alzheimer’s failed to slow disease progression, even though some biomarkers moved in the right direction. The result highlights the tough gap between biology and real-world benefits, as researchers continue chasing new avenues in the fight against Alzheimer’s.

Dharmendra is back home and on the road to recovery after a brief hospital stay, with family updates keeping fans hopeful. As the industry rallies around him, the buzz around his upcoming film Ikkis hints that the beloved icon still shines in the spotlight.

An intimate, unflinching look at a journalist facing a terminal cancer diagnosis and a rare genetic twist. The piece traces a family’s extraordinary support, moments of fear, and the quiet, stubborn grip of hope that keeps them moving forward.

A terminal cancer diagnosis arrives just after a new life begins, turning everyday moments into a fierce test of love and resilience. This intimate account peers into a family’s unwavering support and the courage it takes to embrace hope when time feels scarce.