Emma Rhodes

HHS OIG reported $5.56 billion in monetary impact, but the total combines receivables and potential savings rather than cash already collected.

How many calories should you eat to lose weight? Estimate maintenance, choose a safe deficit and adjust using real progress.

Improve gut health in 30 days with a food-first plan for fiber, plant variety, hydration, fermented foods, sleep and symptom tracking.

Signs you are not eating enough protein include hunger, muscle loss, slow recovery and weak nails. Learn safe protein targets and food tips.

Kao USA recalled select lots of Oribe Serene Scalp Densifying Shampoo after detecting Pluralibacter gergoviae bacteria in the product.

Learn brain fog symptoms, causes and natural remedies that may help clear a foggy mind and improve focus.

Learn how long to see workout results, what changes first, and what gym progress often looks like after 3 months.

CDC Cyclospora source search covers 145 domestic cases in 17 states as FDA traces possible food clusters.

Should creatine be taken before or after workout? Learn the optimal time to take creatine, daily dose and top picks.

Magnesium glycinate sleep guide to the best supplements for sleep in 2026, including US and UK options.

A cyclosporiasis outbreak in southeast Michigan has grown to more than 170 cases across seven counties, with state officials still searching for the source.

US measles cases are on pace to surpass last year's 35-year high, with the CDC reporting 2,134 confirmed cases and 30 outbreaks so far in 2026.

Lowri Denman spent years unraveling why she was having seizures — the answer was 38 tapeworm larvae in her brain from a trip to India.

NICE draft guidance recommends yearly NHS checks for women with PMOS, the condition formerly known as PCOS, to catch wider health risks.

Government promises NHS maternity action after Amos review exposes serious failings in England care.

Best cooling fans for UK heatwaves, including quiet tower, pedestal, desk and compact fan picks for hot rooms.

UK heatwave risk builds again as Met Office says warmer conditions may return early next week.

NHS maternity inquiry demands overhaul after finding England’s system is too fragmented to deliver safe care.

Over one million children in England were referred for mental healthcare, with anxiety the top reason.

England resident doctors accept pay deal, ending three years of strikes after BMA members back government offer.

A growing body of research suggests the shingles vaccine may lower dementia risk, with one new study tying it to a 5.8% reduction.

Powassan virus cases hit a record 76 in 2025, up from just 7 in 2015, as experts warn this rare tick-borne disease can cause lasting brain damage.

A study of 179,000 people found vitamin K1 from leafy greens was linked to a 16% lower risk of COPD and better overall lung function.

A day-by-day and week-by-week guide to what actually happens inside your body when you quit sugar — from withdrawal to transformation.

Switching from cigarettes to vapes raises eye disease risk by 7% vs quitting entirely, a 32,000-person South Korean study published in June 2026 finds.

A second human case of Jamestown Canyon virus has been confirmed in Vermont, this time in Charlotte, after mosquitoes there tested positive.

Magnesium deficiency affects nearly half of adults but is rarely caught on a standard blood test. Here are the signs to watch for and what to do about them.

France confirmed its first Ebola case after a doctor returning from DRC tested positive. The outbreak has now passed 1,094 cases.

Scientists identified Rhinochimaera costaricana, a new deep-sea ghost shark species found off Costa Rica's Pacific coast.

A COVID vaccine effectiveness study blocked from a CDC journal has been published in JAMA Network Open, finding the vaccine cut hospitalizations by 55%.

Orlando Health oncologist Dr. Jad Chahoud says fatigue, weight loss, bowel changes, urinary issues and pain are 5 cancer symptoms often dismissed as aging.

West Nile virus tops the list, but it's not the only mosquito-borne disease circulating in the US. Here are the five you're most likely to encounter.

Shrinking testicles can signal an underlying health issue. Here are six medical causes of testicular atrophy and when it's time to see a doctor.

A viral gelatin drink trend is being called "natural Ozempic," but a dietitian says the comparison to prescription medication is a massive exaggeration.

The FDA could approve the first blood test capable of screening for dozens of cancers by year's end, a shift that could reshape cancer screening.

HHS wants updated testosterone therapy labels, removing heart and prostate warnings based on TRAVERSE trial data, RFK Jr. says.

A man's double vision during his commute led doctors to discover Stage IV kidney cancer that had already spread to his brain, lungs, and stomach.

Chiggers don't burrow into skin or drink blood. They inject enzymes that dissolve your cells, then drink the liquefied tissue.

Australia confirmed its first H5N1 bird flu case in a migratory seabird, meaning the virus has now reached every continent on Earth.

Ebola outbreak infects 75 Congo medics as DRC confirms 933 cases and 245 deaths.

A deadly H5N1 bird flu strain killed an estimated 13,000 seal pups on Heard and McDonald Islands, with mortality rates reaching 97% in some areas.

New studies show cannabis harms teen brains but may preserve cognitive function in older adults — a finding that divides researchers.

New research shows zero-sugar sweeteners like sucralose and saccharin reduce gut microbial diversity, while natural alternatives behave differently.

Science now confirms fermented foods boost gut microbiome diversity, lower inflammation, and strengthen your intestinal barrier. Here's how they work.

Health experts warn Uganda’s Sudan Ebola outbreak may be larger than official figures as surveillance systems weaken.

A 2026 Environmental Science & Technology study finds antibacterial soaps fuel superbugs with no benefit over plain soap.

JAMA study of 1 million veterans finds COVID vaccines cut major cardiovascular event risk by up to 38%.

A major review found calcium and vitamin D supplements may offer limited fracture prevention benefits for many healthy adults.

New prostate cancer nanoparticle treatment killed tumor cells and reactivated immune response in mouse studies, Cornell researchers say.

New GLP-1 research links semaglutide and liraglutide to improved testosterone and sperm quality in men with obesity.

San Francisco officials issued a measles exposure alert tied to SFO and an airport hotel as US health authorities monitor rising nationwide cases.

Alpha-gal syndrome, a life-threatening meat allergy caused by tick bites, is spreading as lone star ticks expand their range. Here's what doctors say to know.

A new study found endocrine-disrupting chemicals in 62-92% of US breast milk samples. Researchers say breastfeeding still remains the best option for infants.

US measles cases reach 2,073 as experts warn the country may lose its elimination status at a PAHO review in November — for the first time since 2000.

Scientists and global health agencies are racing to test Ebola treatments and vaccines as Congo’s outbreak spreads into crowded displacement camps.

The 2026 World Cup draws millions to 16 cities across 5 weeks. Health experts flag measles, flu, dengue, H5N1, and STIs as the real infectious disease risks.

Ebola has reached the Kpangba camp housing 30,000 displaced people in Congo. 676 cases and 136 deaths confirmed — WHO warns of a more dangerous outbreak phase.

Remote work is making people more depressed and isolated, a major Science study of 588,000 workers confirms. 50% rise in prescriptions. What the data shows.