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Patients at a Long Island hospital are reporting life-changing results from an FDA-approved ketamine nasal spray (Spravato) for severe depression, claiming it works better and faster than traditional antidepressants like Prozac.
HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has launched a controversial new program to study vaccine injuries and overhaul the federal reporting system, drawing sharp criticism from public health experts who warn it could undermine vaccine confidence and promote unproven theories.
A recent study reveals that stroke rates among young adults (20-54) have nearly doubled in the last three decades, driven by increasing risk factors like hypertension, diabetes, and substance use. Experts emphasize early awareness and preventive measures to protect cardiovascular health.
Health officials have issued a warning about a recent measles exposure at Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) between Sept. 13 and Sept. 14. This marks the second measles exposure in Philadelphia this month, following an incident at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia. Individuals present at PHL during the specified times, especially those not immune, are advised to contact a healthcare provider immediately.
The author recounts using a Silicon Valley 'DeathClock' AI that initially estimated her lifespan at 83. After undergoing a blood test through the app's somewhat unsettling process, her predicted life expectancy dramatically increased by nearly a decade to 92, based on positive biomarker results. The article explores the app's scientific approach to preventative health, its founder's philosophy, and the ethical considerations of consumer-facing health diagnostics.
White House chief of staff Susie Wiles announced she is cancer-free after treatment, thanking President Trump for his unwavering support.
Fiji has declared a national HIV emergency due to a surging outbreak, with an estimated one in 60 adults now infected, a rate bucking global trends. This crisis is largely fueled by a growing methamphetamine problem leading to increased intravenous drug use, alongside persistent sexual transmission, low condom use, and significant social stigma. The health minister reported 2,060 new diagnoses in 2025, with only 39% of those living with HIV knowing their status and even fewer on treatment, leading to a rise in HIV-related deaths and impacting newborns. The government plans to expand testing, treatment, PrEP access, and introduce a needle and syringe program to combat the epidemic.
The U.S. has seen a concerning surge in measles deaths, with four reported this year, a level not seen since 1992. This increase is linked to declining vaccination rates and a global rise in cases, raising fears of further fatalities. The article details the rarity of measles deaths historically, the current situation in the U.S. and globally, and the severe risks of the highly contagious disease, especially for unvaccinated individuals.
Despite being 'ideal candidates' for weight loss drugs and even offered significant financial incentives, a growing number of women are actively refusing treatment, citing reasons ranging from body identity and medical anxiety to a desire to address the root causes of their weight through natural means.
A 40-year-old unvaccinated woman in Jefferson County, Pennsylvania, has died from measles complications, marking the third measles-associated death in a rapidly escalating statewide outbreak that has also fueled a political dispute between state and federal health officials.
