The pros and cons of being a surrogate

Circle Surrogacy reports that becoming a gestational surrogate is a personal choice involving emotional, financial, and time commitments, requiring careful consideration.

Where the human-AI workflow in health care breaks down

CureIS Healthcare reports that the human-AI workflow in healthcare often lacks genuine oversight, risking errors in claim decisions due to inadequate data and accountability.

People with Tourette syndrome, like Billie Eilish, use everything in their power to suppress tics. This exhausting process is key to treatment.

The Conversation reports that people with Tourette syndrome, like Billie Eilish, often suppress tics, an exhausting process crucial for treatment and understanding.

Why some nutrient deficiencies go undetected

Discover C15 reports show that many nutrient deficiencies go undetected due to subtle symptoms and lack of testing.

The daily habits that have the biggest impact on healthy aging

Fatty15 reports that healthy aging relies on consistent daily habits such as a nutritious diet, regular physical activity, sufficient sleep, stress management, and social connections.

When exhaustion isn't normal

CPAP.com reports that persistent exhaustion, often dismissed as normal, may signal sleep disorders.

Millions Of Americans Have Prediabetes; What Older Adults Need To Know

Early screening for diabetes and learning to prevent and manage the condition can help you have a healthier life.

by Heidi Schwarzwald, MD, MPH Chief Medical Officer of Signify Health (NAPSI)—During November, Diabetes Awareness Month, and throughout the year, one statistic stands out: Over 115 million U.S. …

The surprising ways poor sleep affects your body beyond fatigue

Sleeping.com reports that poor sleep affects more than fatigue, impacting heart health, metabolism, muscle recovery, and brain function.

Dry Eye: An Overlooked Symptom of Perimenopause and Menopause

(Feature Impact) Dry eye is one of the most overlooked symptoms of perimenopause, the phase of fluctuating hormones leading up to a woman’s final period, and menopause, the point in a woman’s …

America's #1 Cancer Is More Common Than We Thought

(NewsUSA) - New estimates suggest that 4.7 million Americans are diagnosed with nonmelanoma skin cancer (NMSC) annually, while advances in treatment offer patients more choices than ever before.NMSC …

Why Women Should Find Out Their Breast Cancer Risk Earlier than You Think

(NewsUSA) - For many people, breast cancer screening becomes a priority around age 40. However, according to recommendations from the American College of Radiology® (ACR®), one of the most …

Youth Tobacco Use Is at Historic Lows. Adult Smokers Still Need Better Choices.

(Dr. Matthew Holman) - There is a piece of good public health news that deserves more attention: youth tobacco use in the United States has fallen to historically low levels. That progress did not …

America’s New Drug Dealers Have Moved from Street Corners to the Internet – and the FDA is Letting Them

(Peter Pitts, President and Co-founder of the Center for Medicine in the Public Interest ) - Consumers purchasing retatrutide online may think they are buying a safe, clinically tested weight-loss …

Trust Your Gut: One Woman’s Rare Disease Journey

(BPT) - When Stacy felt a familiar pain return to her arms, fingers and wrists, she knew something wasn't right.Her bloodwork, however, told a different story. At a routine appointment, the results …

Long Before Tremors, Sleep May Hold Important Clues to Parkinson’s

(BPT) - Key takeawaysSome people physically act out their dreams. They may punch, kick or yell while asleep. This condition is called REM sleep behavior disorder or RBD.RBD may be an early warning …

From Uncertainty to Reassurance: How a Small Heart Monitor and Ablation Procedure Helped One Father Conquer the Unknowns of Atrial Fibrillation

(NewsUSA) - In 2018, then-52-year-old Todd Repass Jr. stood up after a meal and immediately knew something was wrong. It was terrifying. He felt weak, short of breath, and, at times, dizzy. The …

When memory starts to change, what can help someone stay independent longer?

QMedic reports on how families can recognize memory changes in aging loved ones and provide targeted support to maintain their independence and quality of life.

Excessive sweating: What supplements and medication can and can't do

Degree Deodorant reports that excessive sweating, or hyperhidrosis, can be managed through various treatments, but supplements lack sufficient evidence.

Protect Your Heart and Brain by Knowing the Signs and Symptoms of AFib

(Feature Impact) AFib is a type of arrhythmia, or heart rhythm disorder, that happens when your heart's electrical signals fire abnormally, causing an irregular heartbeat. More than 10 million people in the U.S. live with AFib, so if you're one of them, there are plenty of ways to find connection, support and resources to help.

Caring for the Caregiver: 7 Ways to Support Those Who Care for Others

(Feature Impact) Whether it's helping an older family member manage appointments and medications, caring for a sick child or coordinating disability services for a loved one, almost everyone will be a caregiver, need a caregiver or both at some point in their lifetime.