Health

Drinking heavily and consistently over an adult’s lifetime could lead to a higher risk of colorectal cancer, according to a study published in the journal Cancer by the American Cancer Society (ACS).The study analyzed 20 years of data from more than 88,000 U.S. adults to determine how long-term drinking impacted the risk of developing colorectal cancer (CRC) or precancerous colorectal adenomas (polyps).The participants reported their average weekly intake of beer, […]

A mysterious hum is reportedly plaguing the residents of Cincinnati, keeping people up at night and even disturbing them psychologically.Residents of the Northside, Clifton and Camp Washington neighborhoods have been reporting the disturbances since December. The noises are said to be louder and more noticeable at night."We were hearing this siren-like quality noise — whirring, oscillating, going up and down," said Clifton resident Shaun Herold, who contacted local news outlet […]

Consumption of death cap mushrooms — often mistaken for safe, edible lookalikes — has been linked to a deadly outbreak in California.The mushrooms, officially called Amanita phalloides, contain toxins that can cause amatoxin poisoning, which can lead to severe illness or even death.In the California cases, the poisonings caused severe liver damage in both children and adults, resulting in three deaths, three liver transplants and 35 hospitalizations as of Jan. […]

America’s heart health is improving in one key way, but a newly defined syndrome is raising alarms.The findings come from the American Heart Association (AHA), which reported improvements in life expectancy and fewer heart attacks and strokes compared to 2023.New to this year’s report is a focus on cardiovascular-kidney-metabolic (CKM) syndrome, a framework that examines interconnected risks tied to heart disease, kidney disease, diabetes and obesity.HEART STUDY FLAGS DANGEROUS RHYTHM […]

Pilates may have a reputation for being "girly," but a new social media trend is crushing the assumption that it’s easy.Male athletes and "gym bros" are being humbled by the challenge of Pilates and sculpt — workouts that are typically dominated by women.Viral videos show men wincing, clenching and shaking their way through classes, both on mats and on strengthening machines called reformers.DIABETES PREVENTION LINKED TO SPECIFIC TYPE OF EXERCISE, […]

Menopause may be best known for hot flashes and mood swings, but it can also come with many other less talked-about symptoms, including skin changes.Studies have shown that a majority of women report skin problems as they age — in particular, one they might not have experienced since their teen years.Dr. Amy Wechsler, a dual board-certified dermatologist and psychiatrist in Manhattan, specializes in treating perimenopausal and menopausal women who are […]

About one in five Americans do not get any physical activity outside of work, and where you live may play a major role in how likely you are to break a sweat during your time off, according to a new report.New federal data shows wide differences in physical inactivity from state to state, Axios reported. Nearly 22% of adults say they get no physical activity beyond their regular job, according […]

Men are swapping out their underwear over growing concerns about fertility and hormone health.The movement has been happening online, and some men are attempting to swap out their polyester shorts and undergarments for cotton, wool and other organic materials.They are avoiding synthetic fabrics over concerns about microplastics, "forever chemicals" and a potential link to infertility, according to a report by The Wall Street Journal.SPERM DONOR WITH HIDDEN CANCER GENE FATHERS […]

Ahead of a significant winter storm forecast to impact much of the country throughout the weekend, New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has announced there will not be traditional snow days for kids. The storm is expected to reach the city on Sunday and continue into Monday, bringing as much as 8 to 12 inches of snow and frigid temperatures.At a weather briefing press conference Friday, Mamdani said the final decision […]