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Opioid control laws linked to 10% drop in domestic violence cases
A new study led by the University of South Florida reveals opioid control policies may offer broader public health benefits, ...
US has 800 measles cases and outbreaks in several states. Here's what you should know
The U.S. has 800 cases of measles nationwide as of Friday, and two more states identified outbreaks this week.
White House touts COVID-19 'lab leak' theory on revamped site
The White House on Friday unveiled a revamped COVID-19 website that promoted the contentious theory that the virus leaked from a Chinese laboratory, framing it as the pandemic's "true origins." ...
Research identifies new cut-off points for overweight and obesity in male athletes
New research presented at this year's European Congress on Obesity (ECO 2025, Malaga, Spain, 11–14 May) shows that the ...
Rare variants in GPKOW associated with multisystemic X-linked developmental disorder
A new study published in Genetics in Medicine identifies a novel disease-associated gene, GPKOW, that plays an important role ...
Detecting invasive nodules could be key to preventing unnecessary pancreatic cancer surgery
Pancreatic cysts are fluid-filled sacs that can form in the pancreas. Some remain benign, while others have the potential to ...
For advances in treating ACL injuries, look to dogs
Even after surgery, injuries to the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) often lead to chronic pain and reduced mobility, with ...
Study finds women much more likely to be aware of and have good understanding of obesity drugs
New research being presented at this year's European Congress on Obesity (ECO 2025, Malaga, Spain, 11–14 May) shows that ...
Modeling shows clean water and sanitation reduce cholera transmission where disease is entrenched
Public health strategies, from vaccination to improving sanitary conditions, may have different impacts depending on whether ...
Common antiparasitic drug shows promise in halting growth of aggressive skin cancer
A common pinworm medication may stop and reverse cancer growth in Merkel cell carcinoma, an aggressive form of skin cancer, ...
Low-income patients with diabetes are more likely to experience insurance instability, researchers find
An Oregon Health & Science University-led study reveals that low-income adults with diabetes are more likely to go in and out ...