Health

Charles Barkley has lost about 85 pounds since his post-retirement peak and attributes the change to the GLP-1 drug tirzepatide (Mounjaro) together with increased light physical activity.

Eleven major medical organizations released updated guidance advising earlier cholesterol management starting around age 30 and recommending at least one adult test for lipoprotein(a). The changes reflect research linking long-term cholesterol exposure to cardiovascular risk.

New Mexico's 2026 budget includes $630,000 to create a Medical Psilocybin Treatment Equity Fund aimed at improving access for low-income and rural residents, while state officials and the Psilocybin Advisory Board work on rules as they aim to open the medical psilocybin program by the end of 2026.

The AHA and ACC published updated dyslipidemia guidelines that emphasize earlier, lifestyle-based prevention and introduce a contemporary risk tool (PREVENT) plus additional tests to refine heart attack and stroke risk assessment. The updates also address treatments for high triglycerides and recommend universal cholesterol screening for children ages 9 to 11.

The article links late-night binge-watching to reduced melatonin and poorer sleep, noting that screen exposure within two hours of bedtime has the strongest association with worse sleep.

Dr. Erin Barrett told The Post that creatine and a basic multivitamin can support mitochondrial function and daily energy, while she said B vitamins are often unnecessary for people who eat meat.

America's Blood Centers announced its 2026 Awards of Excellence at the organization's Annual Meeting in Tucson, naming individuals and organizations recognized for contributions to the national blood supply.

April 2026 VA disability payments are scheduled to be issued Friday, May 1, and as of 2024 about 6.5 million veterans relied on this tax-free benefit; eligible family members may also receive payments.

Research and a practicing specialist quoted in the article report that chronic stress can increase the risk of cardiovascular conditions. The piece lists common symptoms linked to that risk, including poor sleep and persistent fatigue.

After a five-year fight with FLT3-mutated leukemia and a lifesaving bone marrow transplant from her sister, Mary Sims rebuilt her health and became an award-winning competitive bodybuilder who now leads a fitness group in Atlanta.

A 67-year-old man identified by neighbors as Michael Longfellow was killed in a reported hit-and-run on Highway 74 in Jefferson County over the weekend; the Colorado State Patrol says it is investigating and seeking information about the driver and a white sedan of interest.

People switching from Medicare Advantage to original Medicare can face Medigap denials because insurers commonly use medical underwriting after the initial six-month Medigap window, and the open enrollment period runs through March 31.

The UN, UNICEF, WHO and the World Bank reported that nearly 4.9 million children under five died in 2024 and said progress in reducing child mortality has slowed since 2015.

Matcha is a concentrated form of green tea with about 137 times more antioxidant catechins than most typical green teas, and research reviews and trials report links between green tea or matcha components and outcomes for cholesterol, metabolism, gut-liver interactions, cognition, and inflammation.

Cataract surgery replaces a cloudy natural lens with an artificial intraocular lens in an outpatient procedure, and most patients have painless recoveries while serious complications are uncommon.

Some people who lost weight on GLP‑1 medications report returning hunger and modest weight regain even while continuing treatment; doctors say biological signals that defend a higher body weight can reassert themselves months to years after initial loss.

Meditation focuses on breath and attention, and research cited in the article links regular practice to reduced stress and improvements in mood and quality of life.

A federal judge in Boston temporarily blocked the Department of Health and Human Services' weakened childhood immunization schedule and said HHS leadership actions likely violated federal rules; independent public health groups report they will continue work to preserve evidence-based vaccine guidance.

A two-year analysis of 656 adults in the PREDIMED-Plus study reported that participants who used virgin olive oil had smaller declines in cognitive tests and greater gut microbiome diversity than those who used refined olive oil.

Northwell Health reports that one in five heart attack deaths occur in people under 64, and notes connections between sleep quality, kidney function, and pregnancy history and later cardiovascular risk.

Cathy Howe, a Family Navigator with Raise the Future, makes home visits and teaches trust-based relational intervention (TBRI) while coaching caregivers such as Annette and Rod.

Experts report that low cabin humidity can dry skin during flights, and simple measures — staying hydrated, using moisturizers or mist sprays, and sticking to your usual skincare routine — are generally sufficient.

The article states the USDA will publish a final rule that more than doubles the minimum healthy food varieties SNAP retailers must carry from 12 to 28, and it notes SNAP covers about 15.6 million children.

A UN inter-agency report estimates nearly 5 million children died before their fifth birthday in 2024 and finds the pace of reduction in under-five mortality has slowed markedly since 2015.

Authorities say a Florida middle school student brought fentanyl from home, overdosed at school and was hospitalized; two caregivers were arrested and face child neglect charges. Undetermined at this time.

South Carolina has reported 997 measles cases, with eight people currently in quarantine and none in isolation; those quarantines are reported to end April 2.

A federal judge temporarily blocked HHS changes to the U.S. childhood immunization schedule and ordered prior recommendations restored, and the administration has vowed to appeal with the Supreme Court a possible venue for review.

Oregon quarterback Dante Moore wrote to Gov. Tina Kotek on March 3 about his struggles with depression and advocated for broader access to mental health services in the state.

The article reports that instituting a strict phone cut-off at 8 p.m. doubled the author's recovery scores and focus within a few weeks, and it cites research linking nightly screen use to poorer sleep and higher stress.

A Washington University team engineered CD4 CAR-T helper cells that bound amyloid beta and reduced plaques in the meninges of mice; the study used temporary dosing over four weeks and authors say much more work is needed before testing in people.