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Teen reported missing after leaving Lebanon County mental health facility

Police are searching for a 16-year-old boy who left a Lebanon County mental health facility Friday night

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‘I don’t use mints’: Shilpa Shetty makes a case for traditional Indian mouth fresheners

They also offer a subtle mood-lifting effect thanks to their unique aroma and essential oils, making for a refreshing and calming end to a meal.

Why Healthy Characters Beat Unhealthy Ones in Children’s Media

When you inquire of a small child what their favorite type of toy is, they may reply that their prized...

YouTuber Jun Han-gil Referred to Prosecutors Over Supplement Ads

YouTuber Jun Han-gil was referred to prosecutors for advertising health supplements as medicine, claiming on air they cure glaucoma.

Africa CDC urges Saudi Arabia to review Ebola travel restrictions imposed on Kenya

Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) has called on Saudi Arabia to review travel restrictions imposed on Kenya over Ebola, warning that penalising countries for reporting disease outbreaks could discourage transparency and put global public health at risk. In a statement posted on X on Sunday, November 8, 2026, Africa CDC said […]

What Causes ‘Clutter Creep’ in Your Home—and Simple Strategies Experts Recommend

Afghanistan: Health Cluster Dashboard for Humanitarian Response Services (September 2026)

Please refer to the attached file. The dashboard provides an overview of humanitarian health services across Afghanistan, showing coverage, population reached, and overall progress toward annual health targets. It highlights coordinated efforts by partners to deliver essential health services to communities in need.

Report ranks nation's 20 most overweight and obese states as doctors warn of diabetes risks

Just in time for National Diabetes Awareness Month, a new study has identified the 20 states that rank with the highest number of overweight and obese residents.

Emirates Drug Establishment approves new indication for Foundayo to treat type 2 diabetes

EDE had previously approved the medicine for weight management in April

China study boosts concrete alternative's bending strength by 54% with waste-grown nanotubes

"This scalable route converts wastes into low-carbon, cost-effective toughening additives."

Government website errors lead to confusion for patients seeking GP assessments

A bungled roll-out for parents and adults seeking to ADHD diagnoses and medications has caused frustration and confusion after patients were pointed in the wrong direction.

Stronger flu shot linked to nearly 55% lower Alzheimer's risk

A surprising new study suggests that a stronger flu shot could offer older adults significantly greater protection against Alzheimer's disease. Researchers at UTHealth Houston analyzed nearly 200,000 adults ages 65 and older and found that those who received a high-dose influenza vaccine had a nearly 55% lower risk of developing Alzheimer's, compared with a 40% reduction previously associated with the standard-dose vaccine.

County closes investigation into pumpkin patch linked to E. coli outbreak

The County of San Luis Obispo Department of Public Health is wrapping up its investigation into an outbreak of E. coli O157:H7 infections linked to Brookshire Farms in San Luis Obispo. Fifteen people are included in the outbreak – five who were laboratory confirmed. The county previously reported that three

Conversationists warn bird flu could put vulnerable Aussie species at risk of extinction despite case slow

While the number of bird flu events across Australia have plummeted, conservationists fear vulnerable species are at risk of extinction with the true scale of the outbreak hidden.

aged women live with chronic pain. Here's what we know

About half of all middle-aged women experience chronic pain, a condition experts say is under-recognised and "inadequately treated".

KNUST, DNDi collaborate to establish a lab to test some 100 molecules against schistosomiasis

The Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) and the Drugs for Neglected Diseases initiative (DNDi), a non-profit medical...

Scientists Identified 10 Healthy Diets Linked to Slower Biological Aging

We're all well aware that healthy diets are good for us in a multitude of different ways, and a new study published in Nature Communications highlights 10 diet regimes that were linked to slower biological aging in the people who stuck to them.

Popular drinks linked to heart attacks, cardiac arrest in young adults, study finds - Fox News

Energy drinks with caffeine and stimulants were linked to cardiac arrest reports 11 times more often than non-stimulant products, per AHA research.

No one knew why a dad couldn't eat. Then a surgeon took a second look. - CBS News

Richard Satin was in constant pain and couldn't eat. He was sure he was dying — until a surgeon found something unusual.

Scientists Just Learned Something Very Important About Covert Narcissists - Inc.com

Deadly Chronic Wasting Disease found in Upstate NY wild deer, first since 2005 - Syracuse.com

Hair loss, confusion and constant fatigue signaled a life-threatening condition - The Washington Post

After waking up confused and barely able to speak, she was told by emergency room doctors to see a therapist for stress, but the problem was much more complex.

What’s making you sick? Pittsburgh doctors explain the viruses circulating this fall - TribLIVE.com

Got a sore throat, stuffy nose or nagging cough? Before you blame covid or the flu, consider this: It could be one of several other respiratory viruses making the rounds. A variety of respiratory viruses are circulating this fall, causing symptoms that can be…

CDC reports more than 5,000 measles cases, highest number in 35 years - Al Jazeera

Children and teenagers make up almost 60 percent of confirmed cases.

Aggressive H1N1 flu strain drives rising respiratory cases across Ohio - WHIO TV

Health officials said flu season is starting with a trend.

Man unexpectedly recovers from a knife wound through his eye and brain - Ars Technica

It's the exact path, not the apparent severity that matters most, doctors say.

Fitness influencer's vacation getaway takes scary turn after headache leads to ICU - Fox News

Khiana Smith was rushed by ambulance to a Bali hospital after a severe headache and light sensitivity led to a meningitis diagnosis in the ICU.

One popular fruit may support brain and heart health as you age, experts say - Fox News

Harvard researcher Walter Willett eats blueberries almost daily for heart and brain health. Here's what studies say about the polyphenol-rich fruit.

First measles case confirmed in Mahoning County - WKBN.com

MCPH says the individual is unvaccinated.

Blood sugar spikes could hinge on the order you eat your food, study suggests - New York Post

At dinner, for instance, someone might eat a salad dressed in olive oil first and then have chicken and pasta, which can raise blood sugar, together.

Alzheimer's warning signs could emerge years before memory loss, study finds - Fox News

A Science Advances study reveals how brain scan connectivity patterns predict Alzheimer's disease years before memory loss or cognitive decline.

AI points researchers toward new disease targets hidden in mitochondria - Phys.org

Artificial intelligence is helping Texas A&M AgriLife Research scientists fast-track answers to a long-standing question in human biology: What do hundreds of mystery proteins in the mitochondria actually do?

Health Canada approves Moderna’s combined COVID, flu shot for some - Global News

Both of the vaccines are only approved for Canadians aged 50 and older, and it's not clear yet when they might be available to get at your pharmacy.

Exeter University-led £20m project to prevent and detect dementia - BBC

The BRAINIAC hub involves 10 UK brain health clinics to diagnose, prevent and treat dementia.

Students, staff possibly exposed to whooping cough at local school district - FOX 8 News

There is at least one confirmed case of pertussis -- also known as whopping cough or the 100-day cough -- at the Cuyahoga Falls Middle-High School.

Measles cases in Minnesota rise by more than 70% in past week - Bring Me The News

Florida dengue outbreak reaches 524 cases, here's where, how to avoid - Sarasota Herald-Tribune

Florida has reported 524 locally acquired dengue cases in 2026. See where cases are spreading, symptoms and ways to prevent mosquito bites.

Wisconsin reports measles death of a baby, first death in over 35 years - Ars Technica

Next week, experts will determine if the US has lost its measles elimination status.

Long COVID subtype linked to slower return to health in new study - Live Science

About half of people with long COVID see meaningful improvement in their symptoms after three years, a new study found.

A once almost-forgotten disease is spiking in the US. See latest numbers - USA Today

The United States has hit another grim milestone amid the resurgence of measles, a disease it had previously eliminated.

This type of salt could prevent millions of deaths each year - Newsweek

Recent research has found that the swap could prevent about three million deaths around the world every year.

'Good' Body Fat Is Linked to Fewer Anxiety And Depression Diagnoses - ScienceAlert

When we think about body fat, the number on the scale or an expanding waistline often comes to mind.

AI-powered smartwatch detects high blood pressure with sensitivity similar to office screening - Medical Xpress

Smartwatches may be able to detect hypertension (high blood pressure) with the help of an artificial intelligence (AI) system that interprets sensor readings, a paper in Nature reports. Tests of the system, trialed using a consumer smartwatch, show that it ca…

Bird flu detected at Pierce County commercial poultry farm - KING5.com

Column | Nondairy creamer is more popular than ever. But is it healthy? - The Washington Post

One researcher said some people are getting as much as 500 calories a day from their coffee.

3 ways fidgeting may actually benefit your health - The Washington Post

While fidgeting isn’t a replacement for exercise, small muscle movements throughout the day may help in a few small, albeit temporary, ways.