The Hidden Risks in Your Diet Go Beyond Smoking A growing body of research suggests that your dietary choices may play a much bigger role in cancer risk than previously thought. A recent study published in Thorax shows that individuals who consume higher amounts of ultraprocessed foods are 41% more
As climate change continues to intensify, so too does the urgency to understand its far-reaching effects on human health—particularly on the brain, one of the most complex and sensitive organs in the body. New research is revealing that rising global temperatures and prolonged heatwaves are not just environmental or infrastructural
How Microplastics Enter the Human Body Microplastics are everywhere—air, water, and food. Whether you drink from a plastic bottle, microwave leftovers in a plastic container, or breathe indoor air, you’re likely ingesting microplastic particles daily. A study conducted in 2024 revealed that global microplastic consumption has increased sixfold since 1990,
In a historic shift, dozens of U.S. states are introducing legislation to regulate or ban artificial food dyes and chemical additives in response to rising public concern over health risks. These proposals, part of a growing trend across red and blue states alike, reflect mounting frustration over the federal government’s
A leading British plastic surgeon is calling on parents to take stronger measures to protect their children from long-term sun damage, amid growing evidence that skin cancer risk in children is significantly underestimated. Children’s increased sensitivity to ultraviolet (UV) radiation and prolonged exposure during outdoor play has been linked to
Some Children Are More Vulnerable to Ultra-Processed Foods—Here’s What Parents Should Know When Kerri Boutelle’s children were young, she observed a curious pattern: while one child might eat just half of an ice cream cone and set it aside, another would devour the entire cone quickly—and then reach for any
In a significant development for women’s health, a growing coalition of physicians, scientists, and public health advocates is urging the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to lift the black box warning currently required on low-dose vaginal estrogen products. This longstanding warning, which suggests an increased risk of serious health
In the United States, tens of thousands of people die from blood loss before they can reach a hospital. Whether it’s a roadside crash, a battlefield injury, or a natural disaster, the lack of immediate access to viable blood transfusions has remained a persistent challenge. But a promising breakthrough may
In a significant scientific advance, researchers have identified a precise genetic alteration in mosquitoes that could drastically reduce their ability to transmit malaria. This tiny tweak—just a single amino acid change in the FREP1 gene—disrupts the Plasmodium parasite’s journey from the mosquito’s gut to its salivary glands, where it is
The United Kingdom has become the first country to legally implement three-parent IVF to prevent the transmission of mitochondrial diseases. So far, eight children have been born using the technique, which involves combining the DNA of two parents with healthy mitochondria from a donor egg. This innovative method is designed
Tesla Shareholders Approve Elon Musk’s Historic $1 Trillion Pay Package In a landmark corporate event, Tesla shareholders have approved a record-setting compensation package for CEO Elon Musk, valued at nearly $1 trillion. The plan, supported by roughly 75% of votes, grants Musk access to over 400 million Tesla shares if
A Changing Landscape of Conservative Support for Israel For decades, America’s conservative base—especially evangelical Christians—stood as a steadfast pillar of support for the State of Israel. Figures like Tucker Carlson and Candace Owens have recently shifted the tone of that support. They are challenging the assumption that support for Israel
A Breakthrough in Neonatal Brain Monitoring Technology At just three weeks old, baby Theo became part of a groundbreaking trial at the Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. A small, cap-like device with hexagonal sensor modules was placed on his head. This innovative device uses both high-density diffuse optical tomography