Cancer is generally a disease of old age. But researchers are increasingly finding that certain types—including colon, breast, stomach, and pancreatic cancers—are hitting people younger than 50 far more commonly than they used to. In a new report, published in the Annals of Internal Medicine, researchers at Vanderbilt University focus on a relatively rare cancer—appendiceal … Read more
Going to the dentist is essential for preventing and detecting cavities, gum disease, and other oral issues. But few people go enough: According to the latest federal data, only 65% of adults had a dental exam or cleaning in the past year. How often do you really need to visit the dentist? Here’s what oral … Read more
Big data can help make Americans healthier, and the Trump Administration has stated—in its recently released Make America Healthy Again report and elsewhere—that building a national big-data platform is one of its primary goals. As scientists who use large data sets to study health, we’re excited about its potential and the willingness of the federal … Read more
The U.S. health secretary chose to “retire” members of a committee that makes significant decisions about who receives immunizations, including the vaccines for children. View original article Contributor: Apoorva Mandavilli
Kennedy said the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices, a group of experts who recommend vaccines, has been “plagued with persistent conflicts of interest.” View original article Contributor: Lena H. Sun, Lauren Weber
It may come as a surprise that loss of appetite can be a problem. But it’s not uncommon as people age. Here’s how to know when a lack of appetite may be harmful. View original article Contributor: Jennifer Cook
More than 90 NIH scientists sign their names to the “Bethesda declaration” in protest of Trump administration policies they say are harming people’s health. View original article Contributor: Carolyn Y. Johnson
June 9 (UPI) A clash is brewing between doctors and patients when it comes to treatment for sleep apnea in those with obesity, a new study reports. Doctors favor treatment … Click to Continue » View original article Contributor:
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June 9 (UPI) — More young women in the United States are being diagnosed with breast cancer, and several celebrities have helped raise awareness by sharing their stories. Singer Jessie … Click to Continue » View original article Contributor: