Life sciences preprint servers have grown up — and are setting out on their own
On a Tuesday afternoon in the spring of 2013, Richard Sever logged on to Twitter and wrote a brief post introducing the world to bioRxiv, “biology’s answer to the arXiv preprint server,” as he put it. It was a fitting place to let life scientists know that the...
This century’s other, larger, public health crisis
Get your daily dose of health and medicine every weekday with STAT’s free newsletter Morning Rounds. Sign up here. “Put THIS in the STAT newsletter,” a friend prompted me yesterday. “WHERE are the sour cream and onion chips?” The flavor used to be everywhere, she...
8 Merit Beauty products worth every penny – based on months-long testing of the entire range
We earn a commission for products purchased through some links in this article. How We Test Merit Beauty Products To find the best Merit Beauty products we tested the entire range for months to see how they faired in terms of formula, pigment pay-off, how easy it was...
11 beauty editor secrets for faking a good night’s sleep
This Friday is World Sleep Day, and while there are endless slumber-inducing bedside table buys out there, sometimes sleep simply eludes us – and that’s when we reach for beauty products to help us look wide awake when we’re anything but. These are the ones...
Eye surgeon warns ‘silent condition’ could make you go blind if untreated
An eye condition could leave you blind if left untreated. And a doctor is warning that it develops slowly – so you may not notice until serious damage has happened. Now people are being urged to look out for strange visual clues around lights. In addition, while...
What to know about eye health and aging
Over time, natural changes can affect your vision, making everyday tasks more challenging. Here are some of the most common age-related eye issues and what you can do about them. Changes to your lenses and pupils Your lenses, located at the front of your eyes, bend to...
What your eyes might be revealing about your health
That annoying red spot in your eye might be more than just a cosmetic issue. While most of us brush off minor eye changes as stress or lack of sleep, your eyes might actually be trying to tell you something critical about your cardiovascular health. From subtle blood...
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Overview The WHO Global oral health status report reviews the most recent data on major oral diseases, risk factors, health system challenges and opportunities for reform. The report’s clear conclusion is that the status of global oral health is alarming and requires...
‘In that moment, that was everything to me’: Patient describes joy of regaining vision in 1 eye after new stem cell therapy
On Independence Day 2020, Nick Kharufeh was enjoying a fireworks display on the street near his aunt’s house in California. Then, within a split second, the fun stopped. A wayward firework meandered off course and exploded on the ground near Kharufeh, and bits...
BBC doctor issues warning over eye twitching as co-host admits she has condition
BBC Morning Live’s Dr Punam Krishan has offered some advice to those experiencing eye twitching. The GP, who also graced the Strictly Come Dancing stage in 2024 with Gorka Márquez, was quizzed by co-hosts Gethin Jones and Sara Cox on a range of eye health...
Why Eye Health Is The Next Wellness Frontier – And What You Should Be Doing About Yours
The pandemic prompted many of us to take a more intentional approach to safeguarding our health. Whether it’s taking better care of our gut, attempting to limit stress, or being more diligent about oral hygiene, lots of us are much more proactive about the basics...
9 best sleep eye masks to block out light for a better night’s rest
We earn a commission for products purchased through some links in this article. Best sleep mask overall The Drowsy Midnight Blue Silk Sleep Mask Credit: Drowsy Our ecommerce editor, Jess, hasn’t shut up about this eye mask since she first tried it a couple of...
Women’s eye health: The Fred Hollows Foundation’s call for change this International Women’s Day
(Image credit: AdobeStock/Ekaterina Pokrovsky) The Fred Hollows Foundation is calling for immediate global action to prioritize women’s and girls’ eye health, emphasizing its crucial role in achieving gender equity and sustainable development. “Eyes are the windows to...
The overlooked eye symptoms that could signal glaucoma
Many people casually dismiss occasional blurry vision as simple eye fatigue or the need for new glasses. However, eye health specialists caution that this common symptom deserves serious attention, particularly when it occurs regularly or persists despite rest. In...
Trump’s policies are destabilizing mental health care for veterans, sources say
In the wake of federal firings and executive orders, providers and patients at the Department of Veterans Affairs say mental health and mental health care are suffering. They fear this struggle will get worse as the VA carries through with 80,000 promised job cuts....
House passes continuing resolution to fund government through September, extend key health care provisions
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Republicans more satisfied with health care system, survey finds
Republicans tend to like the U.S. health care system more than Democrats do, but Americans both parties do agree on some issues related to health care. EHealth, a health insurance broker that sells commercial coverage and Medicare plans through the web, has posted...
Federal funding cuts could impact already fragile rural health care
The current upheaval in federal government spending cuts isn’t just a bureaucratic headache in Washington — it has ripple effects felt far beyond the nation’s capital. For people in rural areas, layoffs have already impacted health care. And proposed federal funding...
Brain Health: Why Leaders Should Care And How They Can Promote It
Phyllis Ferrell, DrPH, MBA, expert in Alzheimer’s, on why business leaders should care about their brains. Business leaders, we have a problem. I have just returned from two weeks of travel. The first trip was to Washington, DC, where I met with healthcare...
Locating the Flexibility to Expand Access to Health Care
Twitter Facebook LinkedIn Email Print Jason Levitis discusses how federal policies and state-level innovations can shape access to health insurance. In a conversation with The Regulatory Review, tax and health insurance policy expert Jason Levitis discusses the...
Beyond the recipients: How Medicaid cuts could change health care forever
Medicaid, the country’s 60-year-old health insurance program that covers over 70 million Americans, primarily those of limited financial means and who live with disabilities, is suddenly in jeopardy of losing up to $2.3 trillion in funding over the next decade as part...
Health care providers form a united front against stricter patient privacy rules
After yet another record year for health data breaches, updated federal security rules to protect patient information are on the table in 2025. Patients and providers have long complained that HIPAA, or the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act, is...
4 reasons primary care is the key to better health for seniors
As we get older, our physical health, social needs and mental well-being evolve. Navigating these changes can be challenging, but having a strong relationship with a primary care provider can help guide you along the way and ensure you receive the right care at the...
Former Lt. Gov. Suzanne Crouch has her next job, and it’s in health care
EVANSVILLE — Deaconess Health System has announced that former Indiana Lt. Gov. Suzanne Crouch will be system executive director of the Deaconess Foundation effective March 2025. Crouch, an Evansville native, will “lead the Foundation’s long-term fundraising...
What a Ban on Artificial Dyes Could Mean for Your Grocery Bill — And Your Health
SINCE THE START of his campaign, Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has targeted the food industry and getting ultra-processed foods off the shelves. On Monday, Kennedy met with the CEOs of several major food manufacturers including Kraft Heinz,...
Here Are All the Muscles You Use When You Deadlift
Even if you’ve never stepped foot into a gym in your life, you’ve likely performed a deadlift (or at least the key movements behind the classic compound exercise). If you’ve ever hinged over to pick your child or dog up off the ground, reached low to...
Women over 70 must use these training modifications to build muscle safely, says Kate Upton’s trainer
If a magic bullet for healthy ageing existed, strength training would be it. But, as Kate Upton’s trainer Ben Bruno affirms, modifications are essential for protecting your bones and joints, and ‘to get and stay strong’. Bruno shared a video of his 75-year-old mum...
The women’s health sector is on the verge of a pivotal transformation
Women’s health is finally receiving the attention it deserves from the venture capital world. Over the past five years, investments in startups in the women’s health space have surged to unprecedented levels. In 2023, Silicon Valley Bank took notice, dubbing...
House member slams Musk and Trump for ‘attacking women’s health’
IE 11 is not supported. For an optimal experience visit our site on another browser. March 11, 202508:19 Will blow up in the faces of Musk and Trump: Steve Rattner on cutting Social Security 11:55 Joe Scarborough’s powerful 9/11 tribute song “Reason to Believe” (2011)...
A Stylist’s Guide to Pulling Off a ‘Peaky Blinders’ Haircut
The Peaky Blinders haircut has become the go-to style for men who want to channel their inner Tommy Shelby (minus the, you know, criminal activity). With its clean fade, short back and sides, and longer top, this style is a great shout; whether your MO is to be more...
Fellas, It’s Time to Take Care of Your Skin
Hi, I’m Bob Gearing or, as my buddies like to call me, “Beauty Bob.” By day, I’m a well-SPF’d tech sales bro; by night, I’m a red-light mask guy who definitely didn’t think he’d care this much about skincare. Every month, I’ll be...
Is Mississippi good for women? See what a study says about health, safety, money and more
AI-assisted summary WalletHub analyzed data across the U.S. and ranked all 50 states and Washington D.C. to determine the best and worst states for women to live in. The study used metrics such as healthcare, safety, economic opportunity, and social well-being to...
Adding 2,500 Daily Steps May Improve Heart Health In Female Cancer Survivors
Gigen Mammoser March 9, 2025 at 6:10 AM Moderate daily exercise significantly reduced the risk of death from cardiovascular disease among female cancer survivors, a new study found SolStock/Getty ImagesThis article originally appeared on Healthline Among older female...
Yoga for Women’s Health: Amazing Benefits of Daily Yoga Asanas for Hormonal Balance, Stress Relief, and Well-Being
Yoga for Women’s Health: Top hidden health benefits of daily yoga asanas for better sleep, hormonal balance, stress relief, and overall well-being. Start your journey today! Yoga for Women’s Health: Health Benefits of Daily Yoga Asanas for Hormonal...
