Health

Researchers report that FLAV-27, which inhibits the enzyme G9a (EHMT2), restored memory and social behaviour in mouse models and produced benefits in nematode and cell studies; the compound has not been tested in humans.

The BA.3.2 'Cicada' COVID variant has been detected in wastewater and traveler samples across at least 25 U.S. states and is being tracked by the CDC and WHO.

Noelia Castillo, 25, died by legally authorised euthanasia on March 26, 2026 after an 18-month legal fight in which courts, including the European Court of Human Rights, ruled she could end her life.

Gastroenterologist Wendi LeBrett describes five supports — more fiber, probiotic foods, a bidet, a toilet stool, and regular movement — that she says can help stool consistency and regular bowel habits.

The National Institutes of Health named 15 teams as winners of the NOURISH: Autoimmunity Challenge, awarding each team $10,000. Submissions explored dietary interventions, microbiome and multi-omic approaches, personalized nutrition, and community- and patient-centered research.

Thomas Markle, 81, told The Daily Mail he is in a relationship with nurse Rio Canedo after a leg amputation in December 2025; Meghan reportedly reached out after learning of his surgery.

Olivia Munn told Good Morning America she is "doing great" while on treatment for bilateral luminal B breast cancer and said the medication has been tough.

A University of York team identified a protein called ESB2 that selectively removes specific RNA messages, explaining how the sleeping sickness parasite maintains a dominant protective surface coat; the study appears in Nature Microbiology.

Health Canada suspended the exemption for the only supervised consumption site in Saskatoon after Prairie Harm Reduction reported a significant financial shortfall; the site is closed while the exemption remains suspended.

New cardiology guidelines link coronary artery calcium scan scores to recommended LDL targets, and short CT scans that take under 10 minutes can help clarify risk for some middle-aged adults.

Experts report that mattress quality — including support, spinal alignment and movement transfer — can fragment sleep and cause awakenings, and that simple adjustments like alignment pillows or mattress toppers are often recommended when replacement isn't practical.

Prosecutors say Jenna Strouble has been charged with nine counts of first-degree murder in the deaths of a man identified as the father of her children and his parents near Crete, Illinois, and they have asked a judge to hold her in custody until trial; a hearing on the request was rescheduled for Tuesday.

Walking raises daily calorie burn and can improve insulin sensitivity and muscle preservation; research and experts cite about 45–90 minutes of daily walking as a threshold for measurable weight-loss effects, with typical modest losses over weeks to months.

A global analysis published in The Lancet Neurology estimates more than 2.5 million meningitis infections and over 250,000 deaths in 2023, and reports that about one-third of deaths were children under age five.

Beyond Facials announced the Volume Boost Spicule Facial, a needle-free treatment using microscopic marine spicules combined with Poly-L-Lactic Acid to stimulate collagen; the protocol is performed in three professional steps and is reported to require no downtime.

Alea O'Shea, 25, is undergoing treatment for brain cancer and recently had surgery; a GoFundMe was launched to help cover medical and related expenses.

Several U.S. states are weighing laws to require folic acid fortification of corn masa flour; California has enacted a law and Alabama’s requirement is set to begin June 1.

The article reports that stress can keep the nervous system alert and fragment sleep, leaving people tired even after eight hours in bed, and it describes three habits—keeping a bedtime routine, writing down worries and positives, and using cognitive shuffling—that doctors said can help the mind relax before sleep.

Novartis reported final two‑year Phase III APPLAUSE‑IgAN results showing Fabhalta produced a statistically significant improvement in eGFR slope versus placebo. The findings were published in the New England Journal of Medicine and presented at the 2026 World Congress of Nephrology.

A study of 96,408 UK Biobank participants who wore activity trackers for a week found that short bursts of vigorous activity were associated with lower risks of type 2 diabetes and dementia over seven years.

A 19ft by 7ft inflatable model of the bowel will be on Market Hill in Luton from Tuesday to Thursday so people can walk inside and learn about bowel cancer symptoms; Bowel Cancer UK says the exhibit is intended to break down barriers and start conversations.

Olivia Munn, three years after a breast cancer diagnosis and double mastectomy, says ongoing medication can be "exhausting" and that she feels "lucky" to be alive.

A subgroup analysis from the Phase 3 VESALIUS-CV trial reported that adding Repatha to optimized LDL‑lowering therapy reduced first major adverse cardiovascular events by 31% in high-risk primary prevention patients with diabetes; median follow-up was 4.8 years.

The Together-PsA Phase 3b trial reported that concomitant Taltz and Zepbound met the primary endpoint and all key secondary endpoints at 36 weeks, showing statistically significant superiority to Taltz alone; greater reductions in psoriatic arthritis activity were seen as early as Week 4, before clinically meaningful weight loss.

Takeda presented Phase 3 data at the 2026 AAD meeting showing once-daily oral TAK-279 (zasocitinib) produced rapid, durable skin clearance in adults with moderate-to-severe plaque psoriasis, with about 69–71% achieving sPGA 0/1 at week 16 and responses increasing through week 24.

A 19-year Swedish study of 20,811 adults found that more mentally passive sitting (for example, watching TV) was linked with a higher future dementia risk, and researchers estimated that replacing passive sitting with mentally active sedentary activities or adding physical activity was associated with lower modeled risk.

A 46-year-old father says he was diagnosed with Parkinson's at 45 and describes slow symptom progression, fragmented care, and how keeping the diagnosis private increased isolation.

Kaedi Cecala, diagnosed with myelodysplastic syndrome, received a matched stem cell donation from a donor in Europe who later attended her wedding; she is now reported to be in remission and is leading a fundraising campaign for blood cancer research.

Dr. Majid Fotuhi says neuroplasticity lets the brain adapt and he recommends about 20 to 30 minutes of daily brain exercise.

Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is rising and has no specific drug treatment; experts say care focuses on diet, exercise and managing underlying risks. The article reports that milk thistle (Silybum marianum) contains silymarin, an antioxidant and anti-inflammatory compound described as a natural support for liver health.