Listen to the article 4 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. Dive Brief: The Department of Veterans Affairs released the names of nine additional medical centers that will deploy

Listen to the article 4 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. Dive Brief: The Federal Trade Commission is pausing its litigation against major pharmacy benefit managers, saying it doesn’t

Atopic dermatitis (the most common type of eczema) causes dry, itchy skin with rough, scaly patches. It affects up to 30% of children and 10% of adults, with about 60% of cases starting before age 1.

Michelle Roberts Digital health editor, BBC News Getty Images Younger children should not be given any drinks containing artificial sweeteners, UK experts are now advising. The Scientific Advisory Committee on Nutrition (SACN) recommendations apply to beverages

Papain is an enzyme found naturally in papaya fruit but can also be taken as a supplement. It can break down the bonds between amino acids (the building blocks of protein), which may support their absorption.

Flossing your teeth removes food trapped between them and eliminates the bacterial film that forms on your teeth before it becomes plaque. Most people don’t floss regularly or neglect flossing altogether, which increases the risk of

Nitrate (NO3-) is a compound found in air, water, soil, and vegetables like beets, celery, and spinach. Nitrate is also available as a variety of dietary supplements. The body needs nitrate to produce nitric oxide (NO),

Glutamine is the most abundant amino acid (protein “building block”) in the body. It’s needed for many critical processes, such as immune function and the regulation of inflammation. Glutamine is categorized as a conditionally essential amino

Listen to the article 4 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. A Texas federal court on Monday struck down the Food and Drug Administration’s new rule regulating laboratory developed

Sugars occur naturally in some foods, such as honey, fruits, and milk. Table sugar is industrially produced from sugar cane and sugar beets. Sugar alcohols are a type of sweetener that contains fewer calories than sugar.

Listen to the article 3 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. Dive Brief: Twenty-three states and Washington, D.C. sued the HHS on Tuesday to block more than $11 billion

Fergus Walsh Medical editor Camilla Horrox Global health producer BBC This is the last picture of Wayne with his wife Stella (right) and children Emily and Ashley (left), taken on the day of his death It’s

Listen to the article 4 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. Layoffs at the HHS could compromise oversight of medical device cybersecurity, Democrats and witnesses said at a House

Does it matter when you schedule your surgery? According to a new study, the day of the week on which you have surgery could impact whether you have a more positive outcome. Researchers found that, in

Listen to the article 10 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. Employees who were supposed to receive layoff notices didn’t get them. Notices that did go out had the

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Certain chocolate bars have been recalled nationwide, the Food and Drug Administration announced Wednesday. Tony’s Chocolonely, Inc. voluntarily recalled select lots of two different flavors of chocolate bars—Dark Almond Sea Salt and Everything Bar—after receiving reports

Women in England and Wales are likely to continue having babies later in life, and having smaller families, than previous generations, according to Office for National Statistics (ONS) projections. The ONS says girls turning 18 in

If you have allergic asthma, it’s important to have a written asthma action plan to manage your condition, treat an asthma episode, and recognize when to get emergency medical care. The steps of an action plan

Magnesium is an essential mineral that plays a role in more than 300 processes in your body. However, many people don’t get enough of it. Certain groups are at higher risk of magnesium deficiency. Older adults

Irritable bowel syndrome with constipation (IBS-C) is a type of IBS, a condition that causes different digestive symptoms. The main symptom of IBS-C is constipation, with infrequent, hardened bowel movements that are difficult to pass. You

Staying hydrated is important for your brain, gut, heart, and kidneys. It also helps regulate your temperature and prevent headaches. If you think you may be dehydrated, consider adding drinks besides plain water to your day.

Gut health is important for your overall health and well-being. Taking supplements such as probiotics and turmeric may help improve and maintain a healthy gut biome. Probiotics are live microorganisms that support gut health and prevent

Ewan Gawne BBC News, Manchester Jessica Mathers In a petition, the British couple have called for a “compassionate” review of their case A British couple who face being deported from Australia after one of them was

Getty Images Public satisfaction with the NHS has hit a new low, according to the long-running British Social Attitudes survey. Just 21% said they were satisfied with the NHS in 2024, with waiting times and staff

Cargill Kitchen Solutions is recalling its popular Egg Beaters and Bob Evans Liquid Eggs due to the possible presence of an “unapproved substance.” In a recall notice posted on the USDA website on March 28, FSIS

L-5-hydroxytryptophan (5-HTP) is an amino acid that the body makes from tryptophan. It can also be extracted from seeds of the Griffonia simplicifolia plant and taken as a dietary supplement. Your body needs 5-HTP to make

Listen to the article 2 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. Name: Dave Caspers Previous title: Chief stores officer, Leslie’s New title: Chief operating officer, Ardent Health Ardent Health

Certain factors that increase a person’s risk of heart disease, such as unhealthy lifestyle habits, may have a more significant impact on women than they do on men. New research presented at the American College of

Contrave vs. Wegovy Contrave Wegovy Active ingredient(s) Naltrexone, bupropion Semaglutide Approved use Treatment of obesity, chronic weight management in addition to lifestyle changes Reduce and maintain weight reduction long term in addition to lifestyle changes, reduce

Listen to the article 7 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. Just over a year ago, Indianapolis-based Marathon Health and Denver-based Everside Health merged to form a massive value-based

Listen to the article 7 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. HHS employees began receiving notices Tuesday they are going to be laid off, after days of anxious waiting

Listen to the article 3 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. Dive Brief: Sens. Chuck Grassley, R-Iowa, and Ron Wyden, D-Ore., sent letters to HHS officials last week demanding

Raw spinach is chock-full of nutrients, but it’s never been a popular choice for breakfast—until now. A new TikTok trend has people eating a large handful of raw spinach first thing in the morning (usually grimacing

Allergies occur when your immune system overreacts to allergens like pet dander, pollen, mold, certain foods, or medications. Allergy symptoms may include a runny nose, congestion, coughing, wheezing, itching, and sometimes, swollen lymph nodes. Lymph nodes

The question of how to keep your brain healthy as you age has many answers, and a recent study might provide one more: By taking daily protein powder and prebiotic supplements. A study in Nature Communications

Glassy eyes occur when your eyes appear glazed over or shiny, like glass. Depending on the underlying cause, glassy eyes can be an acute (short-term) symptom or the result of a chronic (long-term) issue. Understanding the

Eating healthy in your 40s may help you stay mentally and physically fit in your 70s. New research published in the journal Nature Medicine found that people who followed one of eight healthy dietary patterns in

Calcium is a mineral that plays important roles in the body, such as regulating nerve function and providing structure to the bones and teeth. If you’re trying to boost your calcium intake, consuming calcium-rich foods can

Apple cider vinegar (ACV) is a fermented condiment made from apple juice. It is often used in salad dressings and marinades, adding a strong, acidic flavor to foods. ACV has been historically used for its antibacterial