New research conducted in mice and humans finds the artificial sweetener sucralose changes gut bacteria in ways that can limit immunotherapy response in cancer patients.
Heavy Pot Use Linked to Increased Risk of Oral Cancer
A new study finds people with cannabis use disorder are more than three times as likely to develop oral cancer within five years.
You Could Be Inhaling 68,000 Tiny Microplastics Per Day, Study Finds
Researchers estimate the average person inhales 3,200 larger microplastics and 68,000 tiny, lung-penetrating microplastics per day.
Ultra-processed Foods Linked to Increased Risk of Lung Cancer
A new study finds people who eat a lot of ultra-processed food are significantly more likely to develop lung cancer.
Lifestyle Changes Can Slow Cognitive Decline As You Age
Researchers say they’ve found a “formula and recipe to improve brain health” and cognition in people at high-risk for dementia.
Lifestyle Changes Can Slow Cognitive Decline As You Age (U.S. Pointer Study)
Researchers say they’ve found a “formula and recipe to improve brain health” and cognition in people at high-risk for dementia.
Serious Liver Disease From Heavy Drinking Has More Than Doubled
A new study finds the risk of liver disease from heavy drinking has more than doubled in the U.S. — even though alcohol intake has remained steady overall.
Number of Family Caregivers Is Skyrocketing in the U.S.
63 million Americans are now caring for loved ones with chronic, disabling, or serious health conditions, according to a new report from AARP and the National Alliance for Caregiving.
‘Forever Chemicals’ Linked to Higher Risk of Type 2 Diabetes
A new study finds exposure to PFAS may disrupt the body’s metabolism — increasing the risk for type 2 diabetes.