Health

A survey of 17,494 women across 158 countries found that ten perimenopause symptoms were reported more often than hot flashes, with examples including headaches, sleep problems, skin and hair changes, fatigue and sexual issues; researchers say this gap between expectations and experience can delay recognition and care.

A February 2026 survey of 1,000 U.S. pet owners found 61% say their pet provides a great deal of comfort and 96% said their pet is a key part of mental well-being.

Dogs often show seasonal allergies through skin signs such as itchy paws, ear inflammation or hot spots, and common triggers include pollen, grasses and mold.

Good Morning America weatherman Sam Champion posted a photo from a hospital bed after a heart procedure that followed a recent nuclear stress test; he said he is well and expected to make a full recovery.

A study of more than 1,600 adults in the Framingham Heart Study found higher MIND diet scores were associated with slower grey matter loss and reduced ventricular enlargement on MRI. The research is observational and authors describe these results as an association, not proof of a causal effect.

Pfizer said it will ask the FDA to review a Lyme disease vaccine candidate after a late-stage trial missed its statistical goal because too few participants contracted the disease; the company reported more than a 70% reduction in infections among vaccinated participants and said no safety concerns were observed.

Allergy season has begun for many Americans, driven by tree, grass and weed pollens; experts link longer, more intense seasons to climate change and report that tracking and treatments have improved.

Prices for McDonald's limited‑time Big Arch burger vary by nearly 74% nationwide, with NeoMam data reported by Time Out and The Independent showing a range from $7.46 in Columbia, South Carolina, to $12.99 in Lewiston, Maine.

An NIH-funded INHANCE neuroimaging study reported that BrainHQ exercises increased acetylcholine production in older adults, and sports performance experts are noting possible implications for attention and reaction skills as the Super Bowl approaches.

A study of more than 39,000 low-income adults treated at community health centers found that intermittent loss of insurance was associated with poorer blood sugar control and increased use of insulin and other intensive diabetes medications.

A measles outbreak tied to Ave Maria University has coincided with at least 104 reported cases in Collier County, and public updates from state health officials and the university have been limited.

Generic versions of Novo Nordisk's GLP-1 drug semaglutide launched in India after the company's patent expired, with domestic manufacturers offering prices up to 80% lower; Sun Pharma and Dr. Reddy's were among the early entrants.

The article reports experts identified five common bedroom factors—mattress fit, light, temperature, bed-sharing and pets/noise—that can disrupt sleep, and notes a white noise machine can go a long way; a 2024 Gallup poll found 26% of Americans get at least eight hours nightly.

Going gray is a natural part of aging, and the choice to stop dyeing involves both emotional and practical factors; online groups such as The Gray Book and Silver Revolution have formed to support people considering the change.

High blood pressure and diabetes are leading causes of kidney problems, and some prescription and over-the-counter medicines as well as certain street drugs are reported to harm kidneys.

A BMJ study of 1,647 middle-aged and older adults followed for a median of around 12 years found greater adherence to a Mediterranean diet was associated with a slower decline in total grey matter volume. Researchers cautioned the study does not prove a direct protective effect and did not assess memory or thinking.

A certified trainer says setting aside daily, intentional bonding time is the top way to support a dog’s emotional well‑being, and that such time can lower cortisol and raise oxytocin for both dog and owner.

UNFPA reports an increase in child marriages in Gaza linked to displacement, poverty and the collapse of social and protection services; the agency also noted almost 10% of newly registered pregnancies in December 2025 were among adolescents.

Anita LeBrun testified March 17 before a Minnesota House committee in support of a bill that would allow group homes to serve alcohol at approved events, and a clip of her remarks has drawn widespread attention online.

Anita LeBrun testified March 17 before a Minnesota House committee in support of a bill that would allow group homes to serve alcoholic drinks during activities with state approval, and a video of her remarks has drawn wide attention online.

Sophie Richards says doctors dismissed her severe menstrual symptoms for years; after an endometriosis diagnosis and further study she now promotes an anti-inflammatory approach and shares resources for menstrual health.

A doctor identified a 'higher-stimulus' evening environment—bright lights, screens and scrolling—as suppressing melatonin and keeping sleep light, and the article reports that shifting to lower-stimulus evening cues improved the author's sleep and morning energy.

A father in Iceland says a court awarded custody of his 11-year-old autistic child to the mother after he opposed the child's sex transition; the case has drawn public attention, including comments shared on social media by Elon Musk.

WHO confirmed a strike on Al Deain Teaching Hospital in East Darfur that left the facility non-functional, and said it is supporting local health partners to fill urgent gaps.

A Minnesota bill would let nursing homes and assisted living facilities serve alcohol at communal events without a liquor license, and the proposal has advanced to the full House after testimony from residents and facility leaders.

The United States placed 23rd in the 2026 World Happiness Report, which ranked 147 countries using Gallup’s Cantril Ladder; experts cited stress, economic strain, and weaker social support as possible contributors.

Nicholas Brendon, known for playing Xander Harris on Buffy the Vampire Slayer, died peacefully in his sleep at 54, his family said.

Six years after the first U.S. COVID lockdown, a federal judge blocked parts of HHS vaccine policy changes, paused new ACIP appointments, and ruled some earlier ACIP votes invalid.

Researchers at Jackson Laboratory and Yale are developing CAR T-cell and other gene therapies being tested for cancer and explored for age-related uses, while Connecticut lawmakers are considering a bill to create an advisory council to advise state agencies on expanding access.

After years of recurrent urinary-tract diagnoses and repeated antibiotic courses, a hysterectomy found stage-three endometriosis and led to notable symptom improvement.