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Hawaiʻi is launching a federally funded "Food Is Medicine" Medicaid program that allows doctors to prescribe fresh produce, fish, meat and eggs to over 100,000 low-income patients, addressing diet-related chronic diseases like diabetes and hypertension while supporting local agriculture.
A new study published in Annals of Internal Medicine found that about half of long COVID patients see sustained symptom improvement within three years, with more than a quarter achieving complete remission. However, recovery varies by symptom type, and no proven treatment yet exists to speed recovery.
The world's first randomized controlled trial led by the University of Bristol found that for older kidney failure patients with multiple health conditions or frailty, dialysis and structured conservative kidney management yield similar overall quality of life and survival outcomes—dialysis should not be the default option.
A new genetic analysis of the ASPREE trial found that people with a high platelet polygenic score who took low-dose aspirin had a roughly 70% relative reduction in dementia risk—but the same group also saw double the rate of major bleeding. Experts warn against self-prescribing aspirin for dementia prevention without genetic testing and medical guidance.
Many midlife women eat less and exercise more yet still gain belly fat. Declining oestrogen, muscle loss, poor sleep and insulin resistance all play a role. Asian women are especially prone to visceral fat, raising the risk of hypertension, diabetes and heart disease. Here's why it happens and how strength training can help.
A new CAR-T cell therapy called B-SYNC, developed at UCSF, uses a brain-sensing molecular switch to precisely activate immune cells. It completely eliminated diffuse midline glioma tumors in every mouse tested across two models and provided lasting protection. Human clinical trials are planned to begin as early as April 2027.
The PROGRESS trial found that earlier transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) in selected patients with moderate aortic stenosis and at-risk features reduced the combined risk of death or heart-failure events at two years, halving heart-failure hospitalizations. Not every patient needs earlier intervention, and longer follow-up is ongoing.
A new Lancet study found that a low-calorie diet combined with supervised resistance and aerobic training helped 54% of adults under 45 with type 2 diabetes achieve remission within six months—21 times more likely than standard care—while preserving muscle mass and increasing grip strength.
A guest opinion argues that lacking identification can be a death sentence when accessing care, insurance and social services. This article examines the link between ID barriers and health equity, with practical steps to get help.
Many people blame tiredness on too little sleep, but doctors say a common daily habit is quietly draining your energy and may raise your risk of high blood pressure, blood sugar problems and metabolic issues. Here's what the habit is, why it matters, and how to fix it.
Scientists at Johns Hopkins have solved a nearly 20-year mystery: a toxin produced by the common gut bacterium Bacteroides fragilis must first bind to a protein called claudin-4 on colon cells before it can damage the intestinal barrier, trigger inflammation and promote tumors. The team also developed a molecular decoy that successfully intercepted the toxin in mice, suggesting a new strategy for preventing associated colorectal cancer.
Indian actress Ankita Konwar shared her one-year experience with fitness trackers, admitting that over-reliance on device data made her question her own judgment. This article explores the value and limitations of smartwatches in monitoring sleep, heart rate, and step counts, and offers scientific usage tips.