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Duchess of Kent, royal who comforted a Wimbledon loser, dies at 92 - Katharine, the Duchess of Kent, was a longtime patron of the Wimbledon tennis tournament who spoke openly of her health problems and discreetly taught a music class in an elementary school.

Katharine, the Duchess of Kent, was a longtime patron of the Wimbledon tennis tournament who spoke openly of her health problems and discreetly taught a music class in an elementary school.

Boston Globe - Sports - 22 minutes ago

Defense wants death penalty off table in killing of health care CEO

NEW YORK — Luigi Mangione’s lawyers urged a judge on Saturday to bar federal prosecutors from seeking the death penalty in the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, arguing that authorities

The Columbian - US News - 1 hour ago

Healthy fasting: Expert tips for stomach care during Ramadan

Ramadan is a sacred month observed by Muslims worldwide, during which fasting from dawn to sunset is a key component of spiritual practice. While fasting...

Daily Sabah - Health - 1 hour ago

Israeli strikes kill more than 40 people in Gaza ahead of U.N. meeting, say health officials

Since Hezbollah and Israel’s monthslong war ended in a U.S.-brokered ceasefire in November, Israel has struck southern Lebanon almost daily in what they say are attacks to target the Lebanese militant group.

NBC News - Technology - 1 hour ago

Social media should have cigarette packet-style health warnings, Lib Dems to say

In a drive to make the internet safer for young people, the Lib Dems also want to introduce a ‘doomscrolling cap’.

Independent UK - Politics - 1 hour ago

European airports struggle to fix check-in glitch after cyberattack

BRUSSELS/BERLIN: Some of Europe's biggest airports battled to restore normal operations on Sunday (Sep 21) after hackers disrupted automatic check-in systems, with Brussels asking airline

Channel NewsAsia - Top Stories - 2 hours ago

Israeli attacks on Gaza residential buildings kill at least 31 people, health officials say

Israel's military says its forces had killed 'numerous' militants

Irish Times - Top Stories - 3 hours ago

Israeli strikes kill more than 40 in Gaza, say health officials, ahead of U.N. meeting

Israeli strikes in Gaza City overnight and at a refugee camp killed more than 40 people, including 19 women and children, according to health officials.

Los Angeles Times - US News - 5 hours ago

Ministry of Public Health organises 11th Qatar Patient Safety Week Conference​​

Doha, Qatar: ​Dr Ghanim Ali Al Mannai, Assistant Undersecretary for Healthcare Regulatory Affairs at the Ministry of Public Health, on Sunday inaugura...

Peninsula Qatar - Entertainment - 8 hours ago

European airports slowly get back online after cyberattack -- Major airports in Brussels, London and Berlin were hit by disruptions to electronic systems that snarled up check-in and sent airline staffers trying options like handwriting boarding passes.

Major airports in Brussels, London and Berlin were hit by disruptions to electronic systems that snarled up check-in and sent airline staffers trying options like handwriting boarding passes.

CBS News - World - 9 hours ago

Fallout from cyberattack on check-in systems at 3 European airports continues for 2nd day

Fallout from a cyberattack that affected check-in systems at several European airports has extended into a second full day. Passengers are facing dozens of cancelled and delayed flights and airport

Lancaster Online - World - 11 hours ago

Heathrow warns of second day of disruption after cyber-attack -- The issue affecting check-in and baggage systems caused hundreds of delays and cancellations on Saturday.

The issue affecting check-in and baggage systems caused hundreds of delays and cancellations on Saturday.

BBC News - World - 12 hours ago

Airports race to fix check-in glitch after cyberattack hits Europe

Hackers on Saturday disrupted operations at London's Heathrow, Berlin Airport and in Brussels, where passengers faced long queues, cancellations and delays.

NBC News - World - 12 hours ago

Could wildfire smoke become America's leading climate health threat by 2050?

North Americans are increasingly breathing smoke from wildfires and it's killing a lot of people.

Los Angeles Times - Science - 13 hours ago

Steve Martin cancels tour stops due to health issue

Martin was scheduled to perform in Virginia this weekend

Independent UK - Entertainment - 13 hours ago

Second Opinion -- Researchers turn to AI for help fighting superbugs -- Amina Zafar -- News -- - -- Health

In the arms race against drug-resistant infections, humans have been falling behind - no major antibiotic has been discovered in nearly 40 years. Now, doctors and scientists say an AI tool has designed new chemicals that might be able to treat major superbugs.

CBC News - Health - 15 hours ago

The attack on check-in technology at major European airports has resulted in extensive flight delays and cancellations.

A cyberattack caused chaos at some of Europe's busiest airports on Saturday, with hackers targeting check-in services and electronic baggage facilities operated by Collins Aerospace. Analysts have called the breach "deeply worrying."

Deutsche Welle - Top Stories - 16 hours ago

Check your horoscope to learn how the stars align for you today.

Your daily horoscope for Sunday September 21, 2025

The Globe and Mail - Top Stories - 19 hours ago

Cyberattack hits check-in systems at some of Europe's busiest airports

The disruptions to electronic systems initially reported at Brussels, Berlin’s Brandenburg, and London’s Heathrow airports meant that only manual check-in and boarding was possible.

Boston Globe - Top Stories - 19 hours ago

Cyberattack hits check-in systems at some of Europe's busiest airports -- The disruptions to electronic systems initially reported at Brussels, Berlin's Brandenburg, and London's Heathrow airports meant that only manual check-in and boarding was possible.

The disruptions to electronic systems initially reported at Brussels, Berlin’s Brandenburg, and London’s Heathrow airports meant that only manual check-in and boarding was possible.

Boston Globe - Business - 1 day ago

Selena Gomez's health battle takes painful turn as star reveals lupus complication

Singer Selena Gomez's lupus-related arthritis diagnosis sheds light on how up to 90% of lupus patients experience joint pain, according to medical experts and recent research.

Fox News - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Steve Martin cancels tour stops hours before showtime due to health issue

Martin was scheduled to perform in Virginia this weekend

Independent UK - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Israeli strikes kill at least 34 in Gaza City, say health officials

Number of western countries expected to recognise Palestinian state at UN General Assembly next week

Irish Times - World - 1 day ago

OpenAI to Implement Age Verification System for ChatGPT as AI Mental Health Crisis Deepens

OpenAI has announced plans to develop an automated age-prediction system to determine whether ChatGPT users are over or under 18, following a lawsuit related to a teen's suicide. The teen's parents claim that Sam Altman's AI chatbot served as the boy's "suicide coach."

Breitbart - Technology - 1 day ago

Will This Wearable Airbag Vest Protect You During A Fall? -- Health

INSIDE EDITION is putting a piece of new technology to the test: an Anti-Fall Vest designed for the elderly.

Inside Edition - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Cyberattack Disrupts Check-In Systems at Major European Airports

A cyberattack targeting check-in and boarding systems disrupted air traffic and caused delays at several of Europe's airports on Saturday.

Breitbart - World - 1 day ago

Qatar to host Sixth Global Ministerial Mental Health Summit

Doha, Qatar: The State of Qatar, represented by the Ministry of Public Health, is set to host the Sixth Global Ministerial Mental Health Summit, which...

Peninsula Qatar - Health - 1 day ago

Meghan Markle's Mental Health at Risk Amid Prince Harry's Push to Reconnect With British Royal Family

Meghan Markle fears Prince Harry's renewed royal ties could reopen old emotional wounds, with experts warning the move risks her mental health and stability.

International Business Times - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Exploring Surf Therapy: How Dr. Kwame LaBassiere Is Bringing Ocean-Based Mental Health to the World

A recent survey of 569 Australian surfers found that more than 75% believed surfing improved their mental health, physical health, stress management, and social relationships.

International Business Times - Top Stories - 2 days ago

Why Sara had to wait months for her baby's health check in the booming west

Big hospitals are being built in the western suburbs, but wrap-around health services are lacking, while people living further west wait longer for ambulances or in emergency departments.

Sydney Morning Herald - Health - 2 days ago

Two more healthcare employees fired over Charlie Kirk assassination comments

Two healthcare workers were fired by Acadian Ambulance Service and Children's Healthcare of Atlanta for controversial social media comments about Charlie Kirk's assassination.

Fox News - Health - 2 days ago

Microplastics 'can reach deep into bone tissue' — the 'striking' effects this can have on your health

Microplastics are found in everything from the toothpaste we use to the clothes we wear and even the food we eat.

New York Post - Health - 2 days ago

Scientists predict wildfire smoke will be most costly climate-related health hazard

New research provides some of the most extensive modeling of the growing health toll of wildfire smoke on public health in the U.S.

NBC News - Health - 2 days ago

1,600 appointments postponed due to health trust IT outage -- Health Minister Mike Nesbitt says appointments associated with acute, elective, mental health and children's and young people's services were postponed.

Health Minister Mike Nesbitt says appointments associated with acute, elective, mental health and children's and young people's services were postponed.

BBC News - Technology - 2 days ago

Animals -- Dolphin Dies at Miami Seaquarium, Adds to Park's Checkered Past

During a routine inspection of the facility in October 2023, a USDA inspector learned Bimini had ingested a bolt.

Miami New Times - Top Stories - 2 days ago

Miami Filmmakers Back Checkpoint Zoo Movie

Checkpoint Zoo documents the rescue of nearly 5,000 animals from a zoo near the Russian border.

Miami New Times - Entertainment - 2 days ago

Healthcare workers fired over Charlie Kirk comments, plus 7 steps to 'super-aging'

The Fox News Health Newsletter brings you trending and important stories about healthcare, drug developments, mental health issues, real people's triumphs over medical struggles, and more.

Fox News - Health - 2 days ago

24-hour access to fitness facilities and healthier dining options part of Air Force fitness initiative

The service launched a program called the Culture of Fitness initiative to “reinvigorate a holistic culture of well-being.”

Stars and Stripes - US News - 3 days ago

Debunking 7 common brain health myths — including a multitasking mistake that messes with memory

Heads up: A lot of what you think you know about your brain is just plain wrong.

New York Post - Health - 3 days ago

New AI factory to take 'complex' healthcare work -- Work is due to begin in December as a UK tech firm seeks to create "2GW of supercomputing capacity".

Work is due to begin in December as a UK tech firm seeks to create "2GW of supercomputing capacity".

BBC News - Technology - 3 days ago

Unregulated Abortion Pills Causing Women's Health Crisis | Opinion

The abortion pill, mifepristone, followed by misoprostol, is not the "safe, empowering" option the abortion industry markets it as.

Newsweek - Opinion - 3 days ago

Korean Medical Center drives new standard in executive health

Doha, Qatar: In the high stakes world of business, success often comes with a hidden price; your health. Studies cited in the Harvard Business Review...

Peninsula Qatar - Health - 3 days ago

Former CDC officials say Kennedy Jr. has made children less safe, politicized health -- Chris Iorfida

The former director who led the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention for just 29 days this summer, and a high-placed deputy, each said Thursday they are concerned preventable diseases for children will needlessly return under what they characterized as Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s politicization of health science.

CBC News - Health - 3 days ago

The hidden health impact of CANNABIS

Cannabis users showed a 2.2% diabetes rate compared to 0.6% for non-users over five years, with researchers linking marijuana to appetite and metabolism changes.

Fox News - Top Stories - 4 days ago

Public Health -- U.S. Vaccine Guidance Is in Chaos, Fired CDC Director Tells Senators

Former CDC chief Susan Monarez testified that Secretary of Health and Human Services Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., had demanded she rubber-stamp recommendations from his remade vaccine panel

Scientific American - Health - 4 days ago

RFK Jr called CDC 'corrupt' and 'horrible' in tense meeting, says sacked health boss

Watch live as the former head of the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention speaks to a Senate hearing.

BBC News - Health - 4 days ago

NYC hospital tops major health care ranking for fourth year in a row

New York City-area hospitals have once again earned top spots in national health care rankings.

New York Post - Health - 4 days ago

Start your health journey with Walmart deals on portable treadmills, fitness trackers, ellipticals and more

Walmart’s weekly flash deals include significant discounts on at-home workout equipment, air purifiers, flossers and more.

Fox News - World - 4 days ago

Want better heart health? Start by tackling your weakest link, cardiac surgeon says

Heart health requires balance across lifestyle factors, as poor sleep, lack of exercise or bad diet can drive inflammation and cardiovascular disease, expert says.

Fox News - Health - 4 days ago

As California installs more artificial turf, health and environmental concerns multiply

Retail and marketing data suggest California is home to more synthetic turf than any other place in the world — with schools making up one of the largest sectors. Yet, Californians consistently say they want less plastic, PFAS and other contaminants in their environment. What gives?

Los Angeles Times - Science - 4 days ago

Shipping Heiress Killed By Bug Bite After Hospital 'Ignored' Her Symptoms: What We Know Of Her Symptoms And Prior Health Scare

Marissa Laimou, 28, died in her London flat after falling ill and being discharged by hospitals despite infection symptoms.

International Business Times - Top Stories - 4 days ago

Nurse issues alarm on health risk of hitting snooze in the morning

Many of us rely on multiple alarms to get us up in the morning, but one nurse has warned that the practice is actually detrimental to our health

WalesOnline - Health - 4 days ago

Al Wakra Hospital achieves highest level age-friendly health system recognition

Doha: Hamad Medical Corporation s (HMC) Al Wakra Hospital has advanced to the highest level of recognition from the U.S. based Institute for Healthcar...

Peninsula Qatar - Health - 4 days ago

'Sesame Street' launches new resources to encourage healthy habits for military kids

Sesame Street for Military Families and the Defense Department’s partnered to deliver free, online resources to promote healthy habits.

Stars and Stripes - Entertainment - 5 days ago

FDA takes aim at Hims and other telehealth services in drug advertising blitz

WASHINGTON — For the first time, federal health officials are taking aim at telehealth companies promoting unofficial versions of prescription drugs — including popular weight loss medications — as pa

The Columbian - Health - 5 days ago

Ministry of Public Health launches national campaign for seasonal influenza vaccination​​

Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Public Health (MoPH) has announced the launch of the National Seasonal Influenza Vaccination and Awareness Campaign on We...

Peninsula Qatar - Health - 5 days ago

Doctors urge measles immunization record checks with kids back in school -- Christopher Gareau -- News

Increased immunization helped by pop-up clinics at the end of the last school year gives hope that back to school will not mean more measles outbreaks in Manitoba.

CBC News - Health - 5 days ago

Health -- Can Dogs, Cats and Other Pets Truly Improve Your Health?

Pets can improve your health—but only if you have a strong relationship with the animals

Scientific American - Health - 5 days ago

Behind the data: How rising school exemptions are threatening public health

A generation ago, infectious childhood diseases were nearly wiped out in the U.S., thanks to immunization programs. In the most comprehensive data investigation of its kind, we show how that remarkable success is being eroded.

NBC News - Health - 6 days ago

'In Search of the Sky' Movie Review: Not much spoken words; Jitank Singh Gurjar's film talks about the stigma around mental health - 11 hours ago

Debutant director Jitank Singh Gurjar’s new film talks about the stigma around mental health in rural India. The film premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF).

First Post - Entertainment - 6 days ago

Washington State Department of Health order allows access to COVID-19 vaccination without prescription

A standing order issued by the Washington State Department of Health will ensure Washington residents can easily access the COVID-19 vaccine this year.

The Columbian - Health - 6 days ago

The Pitt and other medical shows finally acknowledge 'backbone' of health care: Filipino nurses - News - Entertainment - | September 13

Filipino nurses and support workers are essential to Canada's health-care system, yet they have frequently been under-represented in media portrayals. But two new medical shows are shining a light on a community that has long been overlooked.

CBC News - Health - 6 days ago

A Large, New Federal Report Links Alcohol With 200+ Health Conditions — But It's Being Silenced

As little as one drink per day is linked to concerning medical issues.

Huffington Post - Health - 6 days ago

From Israeli prisons to UK courts, health workers will not be silenced

In Gaza, doctors are imprisoned for treating children; in Britain, they are arrested for demanding an end to the arms sales that kill those children

Middle East Eye - Opinion - 6 days ago

Fitness experts say viral workout feels 'too easy' but delivers real health benefits

Celebrity trainer Kollins Ezekh explains Zone Zero workout trend to Fox News Digital, describing light movement that supports recovery without strain or intensity.

Fox News - Health - 6 days ago

One in three 16 to 25-year-olds may need mental health support in the next year

A survey found 64% of young adults reported experiences of mental health problems.

Evening Standard - Health - 7 days ago

Apex Health partners with InterSystems to advance digital health transformation, elevate patient care

Doha, Qatar: In a step towards advancing digital healthcare transformation and elevating patient care, Apex Health, a subsidiary of Estithmar Holding,...

Peninsula Qatar - Health - 7 days ago

His Royal Highness Prince Khalid bin Saud Al-Faisal attends launch event, witnessing partnership that connects health and financial empowerment.

Sahm Capital Financial Company, a leading fintech-driven financial company in the Kingdom, announced a landmark strategic partnership with Walking Chall

Albawaba - Business - 7 days ago

Families on Obamacare brace for higher health care premiums next year

Tax credits made ACA plans affordable for middle-class families. They're set to expire at the end of this year.

CNBC - Health - 8 days ago

Democrats dig in on health care as threat of government shutdown looms

Congressional lawmakers have until the end of the month to try to reach a deal to avert a government shutdown.

CNBC - Health - 8 days ago

Hospital fires healthcare worker for controversial Charlie Kirk social media post

Riverside Walter Reed Hospital terminated an anesthesiologist's contract after she posted inappropriate comments supporting violence against Charlie Kirk.

Fox News - Health - 8 days ago

How to protect yourself from false health information spreading online -- Amina Zafar -- News

The Canadian Medical Association and other professionals are calling on governments, doctors and educators to do more to counter medical misinformation that it says is increasingly shaping not just public debate but also policy.

CBC News - Health - 9 days ago

Health care inflation rises as employers brace for big jump in health spending

Health care inflation is rising, helping to fuel what is expected to be the biggest rise in employer health spending in 15 years in 2026.

CNBC - Health - 9 days ago

NBA Trailblazer's Family Shares Details About 46-Year-Old's Health Battle

The news drew an outpouring of support from Jason Collins' fans and former teams.

Huffington Post - Sports - 9 days ago

Speak Up: Delaware joins regional public health coalition

Gov. Matt Meyer announced Sept. 5 that Delaware will join Massachusetts, Connecticut, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island and New York in a regional public health alliance.

Bay to Bay News - Opinion - 10 days ago

Study suggests destruction of Amazon directly impacts human health

New study finds well-preserved areas of Amazon rainforest occupied and managed by Indigenous peoples show lower incidences of multiple diseases in the regions around them

Independent UK - Science - 10 days ago

New York turns waste into 'black gold' to improve soil health

New York’s Solid and Waste Management started turning the raw ingredients from waste into something surprisingly valuable, black gold, to “improve the health”.We're making this...

International The News - Technology - 10 days ago

Fewer jobs, AI threats and rising healthcare costs. A tough role for SAG-AFTRA's new leader

This week's election comes during an uncertain period for SAG-AFTRA. Sean Astin, famous for his roles in 'The Lord of the Rings' and 'Rudy,' is squaring off Chuck Slavin, a performer in independent movies.

Los Angeles Times - Business - 12 days ago

Parenting in digital age: Balancing screen use for healthy kids

Yaşar Barut, from the Department of Child Development at Ondokuz Mayıs University’s Faculty of Health Sciences, has expressed concerns regarding the...

Daily Sabah - Health - 12 days ago

Iguana shocks zookeepers with "virgin birth" of 8 hatchlings -- "When we confirmed the eggs were fertile without any contact with a male, our jaws hit the floor," a U.K. zoo director said after an iguana gave birth to eight healthy babies.

"When we confirmed the eggs were fertile without any contact with a male, our jaws hit the floor," a U.K. zoo director said after an iguana gave birth to eight healthy babies.

CBS News - Science - 12 days ago

Heart surgeon reveals what to eat (and not eat) for optimal cardiac health

Cardiothoracic surgeon Dr. Jeremy London discusses the 80/20 diet approach for heart health, emphasizing whole foods 80% of the time while limiting alcohol and processed foods.

Fox News - Health - 12 days ago

Fighting a health insurance denial? Here are 7 tips to help

Denials can be appealed, but nearly half of insured adults who received a prior authorization denial in the past two years reported the appeals process was either somewhat or very difficult, according to a July poll published by KFF, a health information nonprofit that includes KFF Health News.

Los Angeles Times - Health - 14 days ago

Scrolling on your phone on the toilet raises health risk no one wants to talk about

A new study from Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center in Boston finds that using smartphones in the bathroom increases hemorrhoid risk by nearly 50%.

Fox News - Health - 15 days ago

Skipping breakfast and eating dinner late linked to surprising bone health risk

A new study reveals that eating dinner within two hours of bedtime and frequently missing breakfast correlates with increased osteoporotic fracture risk in adults.

Fox News - Health - 15 days ago

Deadly rabies cases pose public health threat across US, experts warn

Rabies outbreaks among wild animals are rising across the U.S., with different species presenting regional risks, from the eastern states to Alaska and the Southwest.

Fox News - Health - 15 days ago

Fact checking Robert F Kennedy's statements to Senate on COVID, vaccines

Robert F Kennedy Jr disputed claims by US senators on health policies, COVID-19 vaccines, and antidepressants.

Aljazeera - Science - 16 days ago

California pushes back on Trump's CDC with West Coast Health Alliance

The governors of California, Oregon and Washington announced the creation of the West Coast Health Alliance to keep their states’ health policies unified and grounded in science.

Los Angeles Times - Health - 18 days ago

To protect public health, Congress must rein in RFK Jr. and get the CDC back on course [editorial]

THE ISSUE: “Lancaster County has had four human cases of the mosquito-borne West Nile virus so far in 2025, with those individuals likely infected in July and August, according to

Lancaster Online - Opinion - 18 days ago

Parents urged to prioritise nutritious lunchboxes for children's health

Doha, Qatar: With the start of the new school year after the long summer break, the importance of daily habits practiced by students during their scho...

Peninsula Qatar - Health - 20 days ago

Dementia risk slashed with one common health intervention, study finds

Treating hearing loss with hearing aids may prevent dementia, as 40% of dementia cases are linked to modifiable risk factors like untreated hearing loss.

Fox News - Health - 20 days ago

MOPH urges healthy routines with start of school year in Qatar

Doha, Qatar: As students across Qatar returned to their classrooms for the new academic year, Ministry of Public Health has issued a reminder on the i...

Peninsula Qatar - Health - 20 days ago

The common vegetable that could 'wreak havoc' on your cat's health

Cat was euthanised following diagnosis of severe anaemia

Independent UK - Science - 20 days ago

The vaccine and public health debate at the center of CDC upheaval, explained

The White House on Thursday said President Donald Trump had fired CDC Director Susan Monarez after she refused to resign.

CNBC - Health - 24 days ago

This 'Japanese sauna' can improve sleep and burn calories — we put it to the test with a health tracker

It's basically the dream — you lay down in a magic pod for a half hour and come out younger, lighter and a lot more relaxed. That's the promise behind the Iyashi Dôme, a "Japanese sauna" with a...

New York Post - Health - 24 days ago

CDC head fired after 4 weeks leading US public health agency

The director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention was fired for not aligning with the president's goals, the White House said. Susan Monarez's lawyers say she was targeted for standing up for science.

Deutsche Welle - Health - 24 days ago

Bruce Willis' Wife Opens Up About Actor's Health

Bruce Willis' wife, Emma Heming Willis, is opening up about the moment she noticed a change in her husband. The legendary actor, best known for the Die-Hard films, developed a stutter, which he also had in childhood.

Inside Edition - Health - 26 days ago

Kilmar Abrego Garcia Arrested During ICE Check-in Appointment

A prayer with his family, it's the last thing Kilmar Abrego Garcia did before he went to a scheduled ICE check-in appointment in Baltimore and was arrested.

Inside Edition - US News - 27 days ago

Brain eating amoeba-infected patient dies, Missouri health officials confirm

Brain-eating amoeba kills Missouri water-skier as health officials urge precautions when swimming in warm, fresh bodies of water like Lake of the Ozarks.

Fox News - Health - 29 days ago

Talking to chatbots can lead to 'AI psychosis'. Is this a growing mental health risk? -- AI chatbots like ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini are now everyday tools, but psychiatrists warn of a disturbing trend dubbed 'AI psychosis'. A small group of users report delusions, emotional dependence or losing touch with reality after long conversations with chatbots

AI chatbots like ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini are now everyday tools, but psychiatrists warn of a disturbing trend dubbed ‘AI psychosis’. A small group of users report delusions, emotional dependence or losing touch with reality after long conversations with chatbots

First Post - Technology - 29 days ago

How We Tracked Workforce Reductions at Federal Health Agencies

When the Trump administration refused to reveal how many workers had left federal health agencies, ProPublica turned to a federal employee directory to quantify the impact. Here’s how we did it.

ProPublica - Politics - 1 month ago

Heidi Montag reveals how she protected her mental health during the LA fires — and the moment that had her 'hysterically crying'

The 38-year-old reality star says the emotions still "come in waves" since the house she shared with husband Spencer Pratt and their two kids burned down in the LA wildfires in January.

New York Post - Health - 1 month ago

Largest measles outbreak in US is officially over, health officials say

The Texas health department has declared the end of the measles outbreak after 42 days without new case, with officials urging continued vigilance as global outbreaks pose future risks.

Fox News - Health - 1 month ago

Trump's Rollback of Rules for Mental Health Coverage Could Lead More Americans to Go Without Care

The president, who has framed mental health as a national crisis, paused rules to hold insurers accountable for unlawfully denying coverage. And Congress cut funding to the agency that enforces insurers’ equal treatment of mental and physical health.

ProPublica - Health - 1 month ago

Apex Health receives investment license to develop 400-bed Baghdad International Hospital in Iraq

Doha, Qatar: Apex Health, a subsidiary of Estithmar Holding Q.P.S.C and a leading healthcare provider in the Middle East and North Africa, announces t...

Peninsula Qatar - Top Stories - 1 month ago

"We Want to Save This Investment": Advocates Race to Secure Maternal Health Funding Before It Runs Out

Over the last five years, nearly $90 million has gone to state committees that review maternal deaths and identify their causes. Advocates say cuts to the program would be “devastating.”

ProPublica - Health - 1 month ago

Withering roots: The waning health and resilience of the women left behind in Afghanistan

Once pillars of the community, these women are now deprived of the tools to serve.

Global Voices - Health - 1 month ago

Microplastics found in brain tissue, health risks still unclear

PARIS: Tiny shards of plastic called microplastics have been detected accumulating in human brains, but there is not yet enough evidence to say whether this is doing us harm, experts have said.These...

International The News - Health - 1 month ago

Retirees face staggering 6-figure health care bill when leaving the workforce

A Fidelity study shows 65-year-old retirees need $172,500 for healthcare costs, with Medicare coverage gaps requiring supplemental insurance planning.

Fox News - Business - 1 month ago

This number of steps a day can reduce risk of death, diseases, analysis finds -- Research published in The Lancet Public Health journal landed on a number different than the 10,000 daily step​ recommendation you may have previously heard.

Research published in The Lancet Public Health journal landed on a number different than the 10,000 daily step​ recommendation you may have previously heard.

CBS News - Health - 1 month ago

Experts say 'meal sequencing' can boost health — but how?

Forget calories counting for a moment; new advice from nutrition experts suggests that the order in which you eat your food could be a game-changer for your health.This approach, dubbed meal...

International The News - Health - 1 month ago

Texas psychiatrist reveals mental health challenges facing flood disaster survivors

Mental health experts discuss the hidden toll of the Texas floods that victims will face long after emergency crews leave. Dr. Sabrina Browne shares warning signs with parents.

Fox News - Environment - 2 months ago

Tricking Veterans: Using Suicide and Mental Health Struggles as a Guise for Privatizing the VA

While attention remains focused on the looming crisis of Department of Veterans Affairs employees facing termination, an even more ominous threat to veterans' health care advances unnoticed through the halls of Congress.

Military.com - Opinion - 3 months ago

Inside the AI Prompts DOGE Used to "Munch" Contracts Related to Veterans' Health

Experts who reviewed the code for ProPublica found numerous and troubling flaws in the system, providing a disturbing glimpse into how the Trump administration is allowing artificial intelligence to guide critical cuts in services.

ProPublica - Technology - 3 months ago

He Died Without Getting Mental Health Care He Sought. A New Lawsuit Says His Insurer's Ghost Network Is to Blame.

The mother of Ravi Coutinho, the subject of a recent ProPublica investigation, is suing Centene for publishing “misleading” information that gave her son a false impression about the kinds of mental health care that were actually available.

ProPublica - Health - 3 months ago

Africa faces diabetes crisis, study finds -- Researchers say poor eating habits, lack of health care access, obesity and physical inactivity are key drivers of diabetes in Africa

Researchers say poor eating habits, lack of health care access, obesity and physical inactivity are key drivers of diabetes in Africa

Voice of America - Science - 5 months ago

A Boston Globe Spotlight Team report on Steward Health Care -- A Boston Globe Spotlight Team review found the Steward Health Care hospital system plagued by staggering neglect at the hands of executives.

A Boston Globe Spotlight Team review found the Steward Health Care hospital system plagued by staggering neglect at the hands of executives.

Boston Globe - Top Stories - 5 months ago

NIH Ends Future Funding to Study the Health Effects of Climate Change

It’s unclear whether the guidance will impact active grants, but it appears to halt opportunities for future studies. One climate health expert said the directive would have a “devastating” impact on much-needed research.

ProPublica - Environment - 5 months ago

US researchers and doctors rally for science against Trump cuts -- Protesters say say firings, budget and grant cuts in health, climate, science and other research government agencies endanger not just the future but the present

Protesters say say firings, budget and grant cuts in health, climate, science and other research government agencies endanger not just the future but the present

Voice of America - Science - 6 months ago

Is daylight saving time bad for your health? A neurologist explains. -- Researchers are discovering that "springing ahead" each March for daylight saving time is connected with serious negative health effects.

Researchers are discovering that "springing ahead" each March for daylight saving time is connected with serious negative health effects.

CBS News - Health - 6 months ago

Speak Up Before VA Health Care Is Gutted

While controversy swirls around last week's mass firing of 1,000 Department of Veterans Affairs' employees, a far greater threat to veterans' health care is going completely unnoticed.

Military.com - Opinion - 7 months ago

Dads can get postpartum depression too. Here's what to know. -- Postpartum depression, a serious mental health condition,​ isn't just something new moms​ can struggle with - studies show new dads can also be affected.

Postpartum depression, a serious mental health condition,​ isn't just something new moms​ can struggle with — studies show new dads can also be affected.

CBS News - Health - 7 months ago

EPA Report Finds That Formaldehyde Presents an "Unreasonable Risk" to Public Health

The report was published weeks after a ProPublica investigation found that the chemical causes more cancer than any other toxic air pollutant and can trigger asthma, miscarriages and fertility problems.

ProPublica - Environment - 8 months ago

U.S. Senator Urges EPA to Release "Science-Based" Report on Formaldehyde Health Risks

Citing a ProPublica investigation that found formaldehyde causes far more cancer than any other toxic air pollutant, Sen. Richard Blumenthal, D-Conn., said in a letter that “the agency has an obligation to protect the public from the chemical.”

ProPublica - Environment - 9 months ago

Chris Hoy says men should talk about health issues more. Video, 00:01:04 -- Chris Hoy says men should talk about health issues more

Six-time Olympic cycling champion Chris Hoy calls for more openness on health matters

BBC News - Health - 9 months ago

People Are Using ChatGPT For Therapy. Here's What Mental Health Experts Think About That.

“They can offer some basic support, which is great, but not clinical support.”

BuzzFeed News - Technology - 9 months ago

Ultra Processed | Food Tech & the American Diet -- Americans are among the world's biggest consumers of ultra-processed foods, which comprise more than half of an average adult's diet and two-thirds of a child's. As technology continues to accelerate innovations in additives, chemicals and food products, U.S. regulators are struggling to keep up. CBS Reports examines why ultra-processed foods have become so pervasive in the American diet, and what filling the gaps in federal regulation can do to ensure Americans are fed and healthy.

Americans are among the world's biggest consumers of ultra-processed foods, which comprise more than half of an average adult’s diet and two-thirds of a child’s. As technology continues to accelerate innovations in additives, chemicals and food products, U.S. regulators are struggling to keep up. CBS Reports examines why ultra-processed foods have become so pervasive in the American diet, and what filling the gaps in federal regulation can do to ensure Americans are fed and healthy.

CBS News - Top Stories - 1 year ago

What you should eat to support your gut-brain connection -- Dr. Uma Naidoo, a nutritional psychiatrist and author of "This is Your Brain on Food," explains the surprising role our gut plays in maintaining mental health.

Dr. Uma Naidoo, a nutritional psychiatrist and author of "This is Your Brain on Food," explains the surprising role our gut plays in maintaining mental health.

CBS News - Health - 1 year ago

What's the deal with probiotics? Should you be taking one? -- Probiotic supplements, mixtures meant to replicate the healthy bacteria found inside our gut, are everywhere - but should you be taking them? We asked experts.

Probiotic supplements, mixtures meant to replicate the healthy bacteria found inside our gut, are everywhere - but should you be taking them? We asked experts.

CBS News - Health - 1 year ago