Trump cuts US public spending on health science to lowest level in decade
Unlock the White House Watch newsletter for free Your guide to what Trump’s second term means for Washington, business and the world The Trump administration has cut US government spending on health research to a 10-year low, forcing universities to dip into their...
Sentara, VWU sign letter of intent for health sciences college
Sentara Health and Virginia Wesleyan University plan to establish a new health sciences degree program at the Virginia Beach private college, according to a Monday announcement. The Norfolk health system and VWU signed a letter of intent to create the Sentara College...
7 carcinogens in beauty products to avoid
When it comes to personal care, many of us assume the products we use daily are safe. However, hidden within attractive packaging and pleasant fragrances lie ingredients that could pose significant health risks. Understanding these potential carcinogens empowers you...
I’m a beauty editor and these are the products I’m gifting my friends and family
We earn a commission for products purchased through some links in this article. 1 The Clean and Glow Duo I adore this brand. The cleanser strikes the perfect balance – gentle yet incredibly effective – leaving your skin soft, refreshed, and, most importantly, deeply...
Why is pink eye so contagious?
Any parent of young children dreads hearing the words “pink eye.” This common childhood infection, also called conjunctivitis, can spread rapidly, and once the little ones bring it home, it can be passed easily to other members of the household. But...
Best Eye Drops For Dry Eyes Of 2024, According To Experts
As mentioned above, mild cases of dry eye can be treated with over-the-counter (OTC) artificial tears, like the ones recommended by our panel of experts. Research notes that mild cases of dry eye often require the use of these eye drops four times a day, while more...
Eye on Health: Keeping stress in check
Eye on Health: Keeping stress in check – CBS Pittsburgh Watch CBS News In today’s Eye on Health, we know the holidays can be joyful, but they can also be stressful. Highmark Health recently conducted a questionnaire to gauge behavioral wellness and they...
How your kids can avoid eye injuries from holiday gifts
Prevent Blindness Ohio declared December as Safe Toys and Gift Awareness Month to help shoppers pick the safest gifts for children. COLUMBUS, Ohio — Unwrapping toys from Santa should not end with a trip to the emergency room. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety...
Macular Degeneration and Seed Oils: What to Know
Some seed oils are associated with the development of macular degeneration because of their high fat content. Less processed oils are generally healthier and can have a protective effect on your overall health. Foods contain most of the vital nutrients we need for a...
Understanding Severe Dry Eye
Dry eyes can happen to anyone, but severe dry eye, or even dry eye disease, is a more complex problem. Our eyes are coated with fluid — tears — that keep them hydrated, clean away debris, and lubricate eye movement. Anyone can develop dry eyes from wind, a dry...
Cluster of Eye Syphilis Cases Prompts CDC Concern
A cluster of ocular presentation of syphilis has experts questioning whether this rare finding suggests the bacterium has mutated, according to a report by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). With the incidence of syphilis infection in women...
Top 8 Best Bromelain Supplements for Eye Floaters in 2023
Eye floaters can be a frustrating and distracting issue that affects many people. These tiny specks or spots that appear in your vision can be caused by various factors such as aging, injury, or certain medical conditions. While eye floaters are usually harmless, they...
HEALTH: Study shows how genes in retina get regulated during development
Researchers at the National Institutes of Health have mapped the 3D organization of genetic material of key developmental stages of human retinal formation, using intricate models of a retina grown in the lab. The findings lay a foundation for understanding clinical...
At the helm of Israel’s lethal eye in the sky
The Israeli-made Hermes 900 drone moved slowly across a cloudless sky at around 20,000 feet, just out of sight from the ground. Its huge bulbous eye, tucked under the forward section of the anonymous grey craft, looked down on the battlefield below. For over 12 hours...
‘Closest thing to a miracle’: Health care workers on same flight where woman collapsed
It’s a life-saving story straight from the skies. An Auburn, California, woman suffered a massive heart attack on board a Hawaii-bound flight over the Pacific Ocean in January. On Wednesday, Karen Allen was reunited with the health care professionals who were on...
What does gender-affirming health care mean? MO, KS lawmakers debating these treatments
© Katie Bernard/Kansas City Star/TNS Adam Kellogg, a 19-year-old transgender man, testifies against a Kansas bill banning gender affirming care. Missouri legislators debated a set of bills Tuesday that criminalize physicians who provide gender-affirming health care...
Senate Republicans cite whistleblower report in hearing on transgender health care
JEFFERSON CITY — Senate Republicans on Tuesday used a recent report from a former employee of a St. Louis transgender center to bolster arguments in favor of legislation to prohibit gender-affirming treatments for minors. Jamie Reed, who worked at the Washington...
Inside New York City’s training for health care workers doing involuntary removals
© John Minchillo/AP Photo 221129-Mental-Health-New-York-ap NEW YORK — A man shaving his legs on a subway platform. Someone sparring with an invisible opponent. A homeless woman defecating on the street and shouting slurs at passersby. These are all examples of people...
Biden’s push to ban noncompete agreements could have big implications for health care
WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden’s push to ban noncompete agreements that limit a worker’s ability to leave their job for a competitor could cause a major shake-up in the health care industry, where the agreements have become pervasive among doctors and nurses. The...
Hundreds of thousands march in Madrid to protest health-care cuts
© AP ASSOCIATED PRESS MADRID — Hundreds of thousands of Spaniards flooded the streets of Madrid on Sunday for the largest protest yet against the regional government’s management of the capital city’s health-care services. Over 250,000 people rallied in the city...
Bringing mental health care to all 77 Chicago communities is an important step
Last week, city officials shared some encouraging news: The city had reached its goal of funding clinics and other nonprofits to provide mental health services in all of Chicago’s 77 community areas. Residents in every neighborhood, officials say, will now have access...
New York state ends COVID mask requirement in health care settings
NEW YORK — New York state is ending the COVID mask requirement in health care settings as of Sunday. The health department says it’s advising health care facilities to develop and implement their own masking plans for staff and visitors based on Centers...
Kansas City reaches settlement on Costco transgender health care discrimination case
© Rich Sugg/rsugg@kcstar.com/Kansas City Star/TNS Kenny Caldwell takes testosterone as part of their gender-affirming healthcare. But their pharmacist refused to give them the prescription they normally pick up every month, citing the states restrictions on...
NY lifts mask mandate for health care. What to know about hospitals, nursing homes, more
New York is lifting its mask mandate for health care settings on Sunday, but some hospitals plan to keep requiring universal mask wearing in the near term as they finalize policies for the transition to a post-pandemic world. The end of the state mask mandate will...
Ultra Running Brought Me Back to Life After I Hit Rock Bottom
This story is part of our ongoing “First Steps” series, where we share extraordinary stories of men who transformed their bodies, minds, and lives with a focus on the first steps it took them to get there (because, after all, nothing can change without a first step!)....
Tommy Fury: ‘I Lost My Identity and Let Alcohol Ruin My Relationship’
There’s a strange double standard in how we treat the Fury brothers. Tyson Fury is held as a paragon of mental health awareness: a larger than life reminder that we should always be mindful of how we treat people, especially those in the public eye. We never know...
We Styled Fresh Fits to Help 4 Guys Own Their New Physiques
LIFE’S BIG SHIFTS come with gains, and for these four gents, that meant a new perspective—and a wardrobe. As for the latter, we helped them find their style footing for 2025. Dive into each guy’s personal fitness journey, below, and grab some style inspo...
I Thought I’d Never Be Strong With Crohn’s Disease. Now I’m Healthier Than Ever.
Steven Craig Collins II (who goes by Craig) was diagnosed with Crohn’s disease at 14 years old. He experienced years of poor health, surgeries, and low self-esteem—but he’s battled through adversity to become a stronger, healthier person. Now 39, the San...
Women’s Health: A New Frontier For VC Investment Report Finds
“The WHAM Report: The Business Case for Accelerating Women’s Health Investment,” released today at the J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference, reveals a paradigm shift in women’s healthcare. The report moves beyond reproductive health to highlight a vast,...
How Venture Capital Investment In Women’s Health Changed In 2024
2024 was definitely a transformational year for women’s health. It brought unprecedented public attention and investment to the space, such as through various White House-led initiatives, abortion-related ballot measures, and conditions such as infertility, menopause,...
Braun All-In-One Series 7 Review: A Head-to-Toe Grooming Solution
THE POINT OF a grooming tool is to make your routine easier. That’s why we’re always excited about multi-functional gadgets that not only simplify your grooming, but also tackle more than one job so you can minimize the number of devices (and cords) you have in...
Women’s Health released its 2025 fitness awards. Here’s some notable picks by the experts
Winter workouts won’t work without the right approach. This includes finding the motivation to get out of your warm comforter and actually tackle the gym, *** great place to start. News 18 reports Set practical and attainable goals. Be clear about what these are...
Dumbbell vs Cable Lateral Raises: New Research Compares Which Is Best for Muscle Growth
We know that when it comes to training for muscle growth, there is not a huge amount of use in splitting hairs over training variables. Especially when these variables deliver marginal differences in results (despite what the comment sections on socials say). However,...
How Adam Wainwright Went From MLB All-Star to Country Music Crooner
This story is part of our ongoing “First Steps” series, where we share extraordinary stories of men who transformed their bodies, minds, and lives with a focus on the first steps it took them to get there (because, after all, nothing can change without a first step!)....
