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RFK Jr.’s MAHA movement has picked up steam in statehouses. Here’s what to expect in 2026.

When one of Adam Burkhammer's foster children struggled with hyperactivity, the West Virginia legislator and his wife decided to alter their diet and remove any foods that contained synthetic dyes.

13 Jan 2026

This California strategy safeguarded some Medicaid social services funding from Trump

When Virginia Guevara moved into a studio apartment in California's Orange County in 2024 after nearly a decade of homelessness, she needed far more than a roof and a bed.

13 Jan 2026

Research finds persistent prescribing of risky medications to older adults with dementia

Despite years of clinical guidelines warning against the practice, one in four Medicare beneficiaries with dementia is prescribed brain-altering medications linked to falls, confusion, and hospitalization, according to new research to be published January 12 in the peer-reviewed journal JAMA.

12 Jan 2026

One thousand days of conflict push Sudan’s health system toward collapse

Today, the conflict in Sudan reaches its 1000th day, with over 20 million people requiring health assistance and 21 million desperately needing food.

12 Jan 2026

Burn pit smoke exposure leaves lasting carbon particles in veterans’ lungs

A new study led by researchers at National Jewish Health provides quantitative evidence linking burn pit smoke exposure during military deployment to increases in harmful carbon-based particles in the lungs of post-9/11 veterans with distal lung disease.

12 Jan 2026

Digital interventions for alcohol and cannabis use among young adults show potential to reduce harms

Young adults today are digital natives-naturally fluent with devices and online platforms-so some of their most effective behavioral-health interventions will likely arrive in their pockets via text, app, or other mobile medium.

12 Jan 2026

New technology enables cuffless non-invasive blood pressure monitoring

A new technology has been developed that enables cuffless non-invasive blood pressure monitoring by using ultrasonic to track real-time changes in vascular diameter-without the need for a traditional cuff.

12 Jan 2026

UOC project aims to develop a digital solution to evaluate depression apps for patients

Diagnoses of depression, one of the most common mental disorders, increased by nearly 50% between 1990 and 2017, according to data from the World Health Organization (WHO). Currently, depression affects around 5% of the world's population.

12 Jan 2026

Why adherence determines weight loss success with semaglutide

Researchers examine how the effectiveness of weight-loss medications may depend on the patient adherence.

12 Jan 2026

California's school-based tobacco prevention program linked to lower youth smoking, vaping rates

Researchers from University of California San Diego report that an expanded, school-based tobacco prevention program in California was associated with significantly lower rates of smoking and vaping among middle and high school students.

12 Jan 2026

Outdated CPR on TV could delay lifesaving interventions

Scripted television often shows outdated CPR techniques for lay people, potentially fueling misconceptions that could delay bystanders' lifesaving interventions in the crucial moments after a real-life cardiac arrest.

12 Jan 2026

Perfectionism and competitive sports practice associated with risk of exercise addiction

Physical exercise is one of the main recommendations for maintaining good health. However, when practiced compulsively and without control, it can become a problem: exercise addiction.

12 Jan 2026

Male endurance athletes aged over 50 may be at greater risk of serious heart problems

Veteran male athletes who have spent years training at high intensity may be at greater risk of serious heart problems while exercising, new University of Leeds research shows.

12 Jan 2026

Chronic back pain predicts poor sleep in older men

Researchers investigate the prevalence of back pain and sleep issues in men 65 years of age and older.

12 Jan 2026

Millions of Americans are expected to drop their Affordable Care Act plans. They’re looking for a plan B.

It's feeding time for the animals on this property outside Nashville, Tennessee. An albino raccoon named Cricket reaches through the wires of its cage to grab an animal cracker, an appetizer treat right before the evening meal.

12 Jan 2026

‘Abortion as homicide’ debate in South Carolina exposes GOP rift as states weigh new restrictions

When a trio of Republican state lawmakers introduced a bill last year that would subject women who obtain abortions to decades in prison, some reproductive rights advocates feared South Carolina might pass the "most extreme" abortion ban in the United States.

12 Jan 2026

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RFK Jr.’s MAHA movement has picked up steam in statehouses. Here’s what to expect in 2026.

This California strategy safeguarded some Medicaid social services funding from Trump

Research finds persistent prescribing of risky medications to older adults with dementia

One thousand days of conflict push Sudan’s health system toward collapse

Burn pit smoke exposure leaves lasting carbon particles in veterans’ lungs

Digital interventions for alcohol and cannabis use among young adults show potential to reduce harms

New technology enables cuffless non-invasive blood pressure monitoring

UOC project aims to develop a digital solution to evaluate depression apps for patients

Why adherence determines weight loss success with semaglutide

California's school-based tobacco prevention program linked to lower youth smoking, vaping rates

Outdated CPR on TV could delay lifesaving interventions

Perfectionism and competitive sports practice associated with risk of exercise addiction

Male endurance athletes aged over 50 may be at greater risk of serious heart problems

Chronic back pain predicts poor sleep in older men

Millions of Americans are expected to drop their Affordable Care Act plans. They’re looking for a plan B.

‘Abortion as homicide’ debate in South Carolina exposes GOP rift as states weigh new restrictions

One Health action needed as environmental reservoirs fuel drug-resistant infections

Online shopping and social media use linked to higher stress levels

Well-meaning ally interventions may increase emotional burden for marginalized workers

Leisure crafting through hobbies can boost creativity and meaning at work

Unveiling Hidden Potential: Organoids for Disease Modeling in Neuroscience Research

How GLP‑1 Agonists Are Shaping the Future of Obesity Treatment With Dr Bryony Henderson

Flow chemistry, AI, and NMR: A next-gen approach to scalable API production

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