Improving diet and increasing physical activity at the same time is better at moving the scale and reducing body fat than either activity alone, a new study finds.
No Safe Level: Light Smoking Tied to Serious Heart Damage
A new study finds just a couple of cigarettes per day increase the risk of heart failure and death.
California Sober: Does Weed Really Reduce Problematic Drinking?
A new clinical trial finds people who smoke weed drink less alcohol – at least in the short term. But researchers say the findings are preliminary and the drug should not be used as a substitute for alcohol just yet.
Ultra-processed Foods Linked to Higher Risk of Precancerous Colon Polyps
A new study finds people who eat a lot of ultra-processed foods are more likely to develop adenomas or colon polyps that are often precursors to colon cancer.
Nearly 60% of Parents Say Mental Health Support Is Key to School Safety
In a new poll, the majority of parents say mental health and belonging are just as important as reinforced buildings for school safety.
Hearing Loss a Major Concern in Type 2 Diabetes
A new study finds people with type 2 diabetes are four times more likely to develop significant hearing loss over time.
High Blood Pressure Rates in Children and Teens Have Nearly Doubled
A new study finds an “alarming” rise in high blood pressure in young people under the age of 19 that’s driven largely by childhood obesity.
Vitamin D3 Therapy Shows Promise in Preventing Repeat Heart Attacks
In a new study, heart attack survivors who received personalized vitamin D3 treatment were 50% less likely to experience a second heart attack.
How Often Should You Shower With Eczema? A New Study Has the Answer
Researchers compared the impact of daily versus weekly bathing on eczema symptoms, and the results were surprising.








