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The FDA asked manufacturers to remove label warnings about suicidal thoughts from GLP-1 weight-loss drugs after a review found no evidence of increased risk; the review covered 91 trials with about 107,910 participants.

CNN Underscored consulted seven stylists and colorists about hair dyes and maintenance products for gray hair, and the experts note that gray strands can be coarser and more resistant to absorbing pigment.

HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. on Jan. 13 appointed Dr. Kimberly Biss of Florida and Dr. Adam Urato of Massachusetts to the CDC's Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices; the move followed changes to the CDC childhood vaccine schedule made about a week earlier.

The 2026–2030 U.S. Dietary Guidelines raise protein recommendations to about 1.2–1.6 grams per kilogram of body weight, and the article illustrates portion examples for seven common protein foods and how those servings typically contribute roughly 20–40 grams per meal.

A study reported that a blood test measuring immune responses to the bacterial protein flagellin was elevated in some people years before they were diagnosed with Crohn's disease, based on samples from relatives in the GEM Project.

Many patients report that hair loss from chemotherapy is one of the most distressing side effects, and studies cite that 58% of patients view it as the worst chemo effect; scalp‑cooling caps, which received FDA approval, can reduce hair loss by roughly half for some people but can be uncomfortable and do not always prevent shedding.

A Tasting Table article compiles seven store‑bought gluten‑free sweets that Reddit users have recommended, naming items from Trader Joe’s, Katz, Tate’s Bake Shop, Delizza, Goodie Girl, and Publix.

Equilibrium Baltimore offers aerial yoga classes that blend strength, stretching and mindfulness using fabric silks, and the studio owner says the practice helped her reclaim mental health after a violent carjacking and foster community.

The article reports that NAD+ is a cellular coenzyme linked to aging and that the supplement market ranges from expensive monthly products to lower‑priced options; it mentions a liposomal NAD+ product listed near $22 for a 45‑day supply.

South Carolina reported 124 new measles cases, bringing the outbreak total to 434, and more than 400 people are in quarantine.

Some families and activists say the Autism Spectrum Disorder label is too broad and want a separate 'profound' high‑needs category, while disability advocates warn such a label could lead to more segregated services; CDC data shows about one in 31 eight‑year‑olds has been diagnosed.

Mattel added a Barbie designed to represent autism spectrum disorder to its Fashionistas collection, with flexible joints, sensory-friendly fabric and accessories such as noise-canceling headphones and a tablet showing symbol-based AAC apps. The doll was developed with the Autistic Self Advocacy Network and joins other inclusive Fashionistas dolls representing Down syndrome, blindness, Type 1 diabetes and limb differences.

The American Cancer Society reports that 70% of U.S. patients diagnosed from 2015–2021 survived at least five years, up from about 50% in the 1970s and 63% in the mid-1990s.

A Cochrane review of 73 randomized trials involving nearly 5,000 adults found that exercise reduced depressive symptoms and showed little to no difference compared with psychological therapy or antidepressants for many participants; light-to-moderate activity and mixed programs including resistance training were most associated with benefit, while long-term effects remain uncertain.

An American Cancer Society report says 70% of people now survive at least five years after a cancer diagnosis, and the society warns that federal research funding cuts could threaten future advances.

Experts and research cited here note that dietary approaches, including the Mediterranean diet and structured behavioral programs, are associated with reduced progression to type 2 diabetes, and that shorter or poorer-quality sleep is linked to higher prediabetes risk.

Oprah Winfrey told TODAY she experienced constipation while taking a GLP‑1 weight‑loss drug and said increased water intake and magnesium helped manage it.

Metropolitan Police staff have paused planned strike action while members are invited to vote on a revised pay offer, after talks between the force and unions were described as producing an improved proposal.

WHO urges governments to significantly raise taxes on sugary drinks and alcohol after reports found many levies remain low and these products have become broadly affordable in many countries.

Former Robb Elementary teacher Arnulfo Reyes testified that his classroom door was not locked when a gunman entered in May 2022, and he was called to testify in the trial of former school district officer Adrian Gonzales.

Two transgender students from West Virginia and Idaho challenged state laws that would bar transgender females from girls' and women's sports, and the Supreme Court heard the cases; the court deferred deciding whether one student's withdrawal makes her case moot.

Oprah Winfrey discussed her new book Enough and described how recent weight loss and lifestyle changes gave her a sense of freedom; her co-author Dr. Ania M. Jastreboff also spoke about how GLP-1s work during a Jan. 13, 2026 interview on TODAY.

Dr. Ania Jastreboff told TODAY that several common beliefs are myths, including that weight loss continues indefinitely, that these drugs cure obesity, and that microdosing is effective for people without obesity.

Novo Nordisk has gained U.S. approval for an oral version of Wegovy and is positioning the pill as a lower-cost, easier-to-use option. Eli Lilly’s oral candidate, orforglipron, completed phase 3 trials and has an accelerated FDA review that could lead to a decision soon.

Cartoonist Scott Adams is receiving hospice care at his Northern California home, and his ex-wife told TMZ that his health is declining rapidly amid a battle with prostate cancer.

The American Cancer Society reports five-year relative survival for all cancers has reached 70%, while incidence of several common cancers including breast, endometrial, prostate and pancreatic cancers is rising.

A 2026 republication of a Cochrane review analyzed 73 randomized trials with nearly 5,000 adults and found that exercise can reduce depressive symptoms and may show similar effects to psychological or pharmacological treatments in some small trials.

Start TODAY trainer Stephanie Mansour says the best choice depends on personal needs, and the key is exercising consistently; gyms offer equipment and social motivation while home workouts offer convenience, privacy and lower cost.

The Supreme Court is hearing oral arguments in two cases about whether states may bar males from competing in women's school sports; the decision will determine how federal law treats sex-based distinctions in school athletics.

Experts cited research linking high-sugar diets to increased dementia risk and noted that sugary snacks eaten in the afternoon can cause larger blood sugar spikes and may disturb sleep.