Health

A nationally representative APPC survey of 1,637 US adults (Nov. 17–Dec. 1, 2025) found majorities would recommend RSV vaccination for older adults (64%) and pregnant people (61%), and would recommend monoclonal antibody injections for infants in some cases (59%). The survey also found rising awareness of FDA-approved RSV products and increases in confidence about their safety.

Health experts say frostbite and hypothermia can set in within minutes in very cold or windy conditions, and note that an internal temperature drop to about 95°F can cause mild hypothermia; they also report warming centers and backup shelters are operating and recommend keeping boots, a hat and gloves in a vehicle.

Authorities say a 51-year-old West Virginia woman was indicted Jan. 20 on a child murder charge after her 11-year-old stepdaughter was found unresponsive; the woman is being held without bail.

A winter system bringing freezing temperatures, snow and ice is expected to spread across large parts of the U.S. this week, and medical experts warn that infants and young children lose heat more quickly and can develop hypothermia or frostbite.

Jelly Roll says his 275-pound weight loss has made him 'a better father' and allowed him to coach his 9-year-old son's basketball team; he attributes the change to exercise, diet changes and therapy for food addiction.

UnitedHealth Group CEO Stephen Hemsley said the company will rebate 2026 profits from Affordable Care Act plans to about 1 million enrollees; the company says rebate details are still being worked out.

A national Australian hospital surveillance study published in Eurosurveillance reported that nirsevimab was associated with an 83.1% reduction in RSV-related hospitalizations among infants under 12 months in jurisdictions using population-wide programs during 2024; Western Australia and Queensland had notably lower total case counts than other states.

Daiichi Sankyo has opened a permanent Canadian headquarters in Toronto, and the company supports 18 oncology clinical trials across 43 specialized sites nationwide.

Research cited by the Human Animal Bond Research Institute reports that companion animals are linked to better mental health, increased physical activity, and measures related to heart health, and may be associated with longer life.

Lacey Leonard posted an Instagram Reel showing her husband, former NFL defensive tackle Louis Leonard, using a wheelchair while receiving care; she said he is living with Parkinson's disease and stage‑4 kidney disease and urged people not to romanticize life after the league.

Meghan Trainor announced that her family welcomed a baby girl via surrogacy and shared photos; the opinion column criticizes the decision and questions whether post-birth skin-to-skin contact can replace gestational bonding.

A House Commerce Committee approved a provision in a transportation bill (HB 543) that would bar towing or ticketing of vehicles with permanently installed mobility access equipment when they occupy more than one space and would allow double-parking when reasonably necessary.

Some nurses are moving from hospital bedside work into med‑spa and aesthetic roles, citing understaffing and strain during and after the COVID-19 period; a number report that pay can eventually match or exceed prior hospital earnings.

LeAnn Rimes posted a video saying she underwent a plasma exchange in Nashville that Next Health lists at $10,000 and showed IVs and removed fluid; she described it as a second treatment aimed at clearing “micro-toxins.” Her post follows a June incident in which a dental bridge fell out during a performance.

A woman was found guilty after a trial that reported she kept a vulnerable woman with learning difficulties confined and forced to perform labour for about 25 years; the victim was found by police in March 2021 and is now living with a foster family, and the defendant will be sentenced on 12 March.

Five-year Phase 2b data reported by Moderna and Merck showed their cancer vaccine plus Merck’s immunotherapy Keytruda reduced the risk of melanoma recurrence or death by 49% compared with Keytruda alone.

Meghan Trainor and husband Daryl Sabara have three children: sons Riley (born February 2021) and Barry (born July 2023), and a daughter, Mikey Moon, born via surrogate in January 2026.

A cardiologist and a dietitian list foods — including oats, legumes, fatty fish, nuts, olive oil, fruits, leafy greens, soy, green tea, tomatoes and chia — that are reported to help lower LDL and improve lipid profiles; studies cited say dietary changes can reduce LDL by about 5–30% depending on adherence and genetics.

A small 12-week study reported single-cell changes in immune signaling after daily intake of a kimchi powder equivalent to 30 grams of fresh kimchi; researchers saw increased activity in antigen-presenting cells and shifts in CD4 T cells. The article also reports a physician's caution that the study did not measure clinical illness and noted kimchi can be high in sodium.

A Florida therapist, Rebecca White, was stabbed and later died after a former patient entered her office during a session; the attacker was later found dead and another patient is in critical condition.

LeAnn Rimes posted that she had a plasma exchange at Next Health in Nashville, and the clinic says the treatment costs $10,000.

A viral TikTok trend of drinking hot water before bed is described by a writer who fell asleep faster; experts in the article say warmth and a consistent pre‑bed routine may explain the effect, though direct scientific evidence is limited.

A Lancet study using data from about 59,000 UK Biobank participants found that small combined changes to sleep, physical activity and diet were associated with longer lifespan, and the authors noted the analysis is observational and further study is needed.

A retrospective CPRD Aurum study of 1.53 million adults (2012–2023) found that 57.1% of primary-care headache cases were unclassified, 62.6% of patients with migraine received acute treatments within 12 months, and only 36.5% received preventive medication; over 40% of opioid and analgesic users had doses consistent with medication overuse.

A diet high in fruits, vegetables, and low‑fat dairy can lower systolic blood pressure by more than 10 points in people with high blood pressure, and potassium helps regulate heart rhythm; the article notes supplements should be taken only when a doctor recommends them.

A new American Heart Association report found annual heart disease deaths fell 2.7% from 2022 to 2023, though cardiovascular disease remains the top cause of death in the United States.

Forbes describes how generative AI and LLM personas can be prompted to simulate a range of therapists for training, research and client interactions. The piece notes practical uses and cautions, including possible prompt drift and AI hallucinations.

Hospitals across Colorado report falling blood supplies while the American Red Cross cites canceled drives and illness as contributors; Denver Health says Type O blood is the most commonly used in emergencies.

A recent study reported that routinely sleeping under seven hours is linked with a larger reduction in life expectancy than most other adverse behaviors except smoking; a sleep expert notes that REM-rich later sleep is key and that most adults typically need seven to nine hours, though a small minority may need less.

HHS announced changes to the childhood immunization schedule and described its review as "exhaustive"; a commentary says the public materials lack key data and analyses — including epidemiology, real-world effectiveness and safety, risk-benefit assessments, modeling, implementation analysis, and evidence of public input — needed to assess likely impacts.