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Early Warning Signs of Alzheimer’s

It's hard to face the thought that a loved one could have this disease, but it's better to see a doctor sooner rather than later.

Fears for elephant seals as bird flu kills half of population in South Atlantic

Study estimates 53,000 females have died on South Georgia since 2023, with ‘dramatic impact’ on future of the species

Mayo Clinic remembers Vice President Richard B. Cheney, former trustee

Richard B. "Dick" Cheney, the 46th vice president of the United States, served as a Mayo Clinic trustee from 1998 to 2001.

Florida Toddler Dies After Doctor’s Decimal Point Error Leads to Fatal Overdose, Lawsuit Claims

The hospital’s pharmacy system reportedly issued a “red flag warning” over the dangerously high dosage, but the alert was ignored.

Cheetos and Doritos are turning down the orange color — and yes, it is a Trump thing

In June, Kraft Heinz, the maker of pantry staples including Jell-O, Kool-Aid, and its name brand macaroni and cheese, announced it would remove chemical dyes by the end of 2027.

4 Ways to Cut Back on Salt

THE NEW YORK TIMES – Salt is magical: It can reduce bitterness, increase sweetness and enhance overall flavor. But 90 percent of people in the United States eat too much of it. The U.S. dietary guidelines recommend that adults consume no more than 2,300 milligrams of sodium each day, but the average American consumes 3,400 milligrams, increasing their risk of heart disease, strokes, kidney issues and death. The good news is that you can retrain your...

Ultraprocessed Foods Linked to Colorectal Cancer Risk in Women Under 50

THE NEW YORK TIMES – About 15 years ago, Dr. Andrew T. Chan, a gastroenterologist at Mass General Brigham in Boston, noticed that more of his colorectal cancer patients were skewing younger than usual. Some were in their 20s, 30s and 40s compared with his more typical patients in their 60s and 70s. His observation was part of an alarming trend that experts are now racing to understand: Colorectal cancer rates have been mysteriously climbing among...

Survey reveals washing poultry still common

FOOD SAFETY NEWS – An Australian charity has raised concerns about people unnecessarily washing raw chicken before cooking it. The Food Safety Information Council released findings from a national study to mark Australian Food Safety Week which runs from Nov. 8 to 15. The poll conducted online in August included 1,221 people older than age of 18. One in two adults said they usually wash whole raw chicken before cooking. The proportion who wash chicken before...

Your Gut Could Be Affecting Your Mood

The trillions of bacteria that live in our digestive tract don’t just help break down food. They appear to communicate directly with the brain.

Vegetable Recall Issued Highest Consumer Risk Warning

Pacific International Marketing stated: "This product should no longer be available directly to the consumer, only if the product is frozen.”

Common OTC Sleep Aid Linked to Heart Failure Risk

NEW ORLEANS — Prolonged use of melatonin for the treatment of insomnia was associated with an increased risk for heart failure, hospitalization, and/or all-cause mortality, an observational study showed. Individuals with insomnia taking melatonin for a year or more had an 89% higher chance of incident heart failure over 5 years than those who didn’t take it. They were also 3.5 times more likely to be hospitalized for the condition, the preliminary findings, which are...

Coffee may protect against irregular heartbeats

NBC NEWS – Drinking caffeinated coffee is safe for people with atrial fibrillation and may help protect against recurrence of the disorder, a new study finds. More than 10 million Americans live with atrial fibrillation, or A-fib, a common heart disorder that causes heart palpitations and can lead to heart failure, blood clots and stroke. Doctors have long tried to understand whether caffeine — which can increase heart rate and blood pressure — appears to trigger...

Blood and Tears as Spain’s Troubled Bullfighting Star Hangs Up His Cape

José Antonio Morante Camacho says he has fought his last bull. Fans appreciated his artistry but also his honesty about his struggles with mental illness.

New Pill From Merck Could Slash Cholesterol Levels, Trials Show

The drug targets the PCSK9 protein, and could give millions of people a more affordable option to reduce their heart disease risk.

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