August 18, 2026
Hoda Kotb, longtime host of NBC’s “The Today Show,” is speaking out about the deeper reasons she decided to leave
Many factors lead to the frustrating cycle of weight gain and weight loss — but the driving force may be
While cases of measles continue to spread throughout the U.S., Hawaii is reporting a new type of infectious spread. Pertussis,
An exercise that takes a more mild approach while offering all the fat-burning benefits of a more grueling workout might
Former President Joe Biden’s aggressive prostate cancer diagnosis has raised questions about prevention and detection. The U.S. Preventive Services Task
Weight-loss medications continue to grow in popularity as an anti-obesity tool — but are some more effective than others? The
Season 2 of the reality show “The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives” depicted one couple — Jen and Zac Affleck
If your job has you feeling tense, your dog might be feeling it too. A new study published in Scientific
Following his diagnosis with a brain condition, singer Billy Joel has canceled all scheduled concerts. The five-time Grammy winner, 76,
Chronic diseases have long been plaguing Americans, which HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has called an “epidemic.” The MAHA
Two common allergy medications could cause a severe reaction in some people who stop using it. The U.S. Food and
JAY EM, Wyo. – While Memorial Day is a time for remembrance, it can also be a difficult period for
More than half of sleep sessions end with the snooze button, with people sneaking in an extra 11 minutes on
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Proper handwashing could save a million lives a year, according to an expert — and yet many people are doing
Where you live could affect how you sleep at night. New research from Innerbody revealed that some areas of the
Joe Biden’s recent diagnosis of “aggressive” prostate cancer has sparked concerns about how far the disease has advanced. The former
Joe Biden has been diagnosed with an “aggressive form” of prostate cancer. Biden’s team shared a statement on Sunday that
Weight-loss medications known as glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) agonists, which have gained popularity for treating type 2 diabetes and obesity, have
Former President Joe Biden was diagnosed with an “aggressive form” of prostate cancer that has a five-year survival rate of
A TikTok video played a key role in one mother’s cancer diagnosis after it prompted her to see a doctor
GLP-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1 RAs), medications that help control type 2 diabetes and obesity, can have a profound impact on
Exercise is known to reduce cancer risk — but that doesn’t have to mean hard-core gym sessions or long runs.
The first-ever blood test to detect Alzheimer’s disease has been cleared by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). In
Following last week’s air traffic control crisis, health officials are now reporting a potential measles outbreak at New Jersey’s Newark
The Trump administration is backing away from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommendations to vaccinate children and
An invasive species spreading across America has created a “medically important” and “life-threatening” threat, according to experts. Originally found in
Public health officials in Washington state are warning residents that a Canadian traveler who was contagious with measles visited several
Weight-loss medications and bariatric surgery have both been found effective at helping people shed excess pounds — and now a
Trump, RFK Jr. launch $500M universal vaccine initiative Fox News senior medical analyst Dr. Marc Siegel discusses the Trump administration’s
A threat to American livestock – the New World Screwworm (NWS) fly, which has been considered eradicated from the country
The head of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is sounding the alarm on a dangerous drug referred to
A simple selfie could hold hidden clues to one’s biological age — and even how long they’ll live. That’s according
The list of potential benefits of the shingles vaccine continues to grow. Beyond protecting against the viral infection and resulting
Allergy season is upon us, and it’s bringing about some of the worst cases yet. “Changes in temperature and precipitation
An Ohio music conductor is using deep brain stimulation to combat his Parkinson’s disease. Rand Laycock, 70, the director and
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved the first at-home screening test for cervical cancer, the product’s maker announced
Left-handedness and certain neurological disorders could go hand-in-hand, a new study revealed, though the researchers and others acknowledged potential limitations. While
A young Maryland woman is “relieved and recovering” after doctors performed a novel surgery to remove her potentially deadly cancerous
Some researchers are sounding the alarm about a potentially deadly fungus that could spread throughout parts of the U.S., Europe
Tossing in a load of wash at home sounds ordinary and harmless. But healthcare professionals who wash their work
Researchers have developed a new “body clock” tool that calculates people’s biological age — and could even predict the risk
As Parkinson’s cases continue to rise, the race is on for therapies to combat the effects of the disease —
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed SB 700 into law Tuesday, eliminating the ability of local governments to add fluoride or
North Dakota has reported its first case of measles in over a decade. This case — the state’s first since
‘My dog detected my cancer before doctors did’ Breanna Bortner’s dog, Mochi, began fixating on her breast before she was
Snake yoga slithers into California studio A California yoga studio combined its love for yoga and pythons to create a
Chemicals found in plastics have been linked to a multitude of health risks — and now heart disease mortality has
Gossiping gets a bad rap, but psychology experts say it could actually benefit our mental health. The activity can help
Scientist shares reversal of liver disease in new trial Arun Sanyal, M.D., director of the VCU Stravitz-Sanyal Institute for Liver
‘My dog detected my cancer before doctors did’ Breanna Bortner’s dog, Mochi, began fixating on her breast before she was
The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) is sounding the alarm on a potential measles exposure at Chicago O’Hare International
Five years after the worldwide hyperfocus on COVID-19 began, some are concerned about the next pandemic — whether it could
The World Health Organization (WHO) on Thursday announced its support for weight-loss drugs in adults globally. The organization plans to
More people are focused on staying healthy and fit as they grow older — but it’s true that it can
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We’ve all heard the adage “sitting is the new smoking” — but new research shows that being still for too
Alzheimer’s disease now affects more than seven million people in the U.S., and nearly four in five Americans say they
The threat of ultraprocessed food consumption is in the spotlight amid the U.S. government’s plans to phase out artificial food
A new study has exposed “serious adverse events” linked to mifepristone, also known as the “abortion pill.” Mifepristone is a
As measles cases continue to spread throughout the U.S. — with 12 states reporting official outbreaks, according to the latest
One U.S. governor is telling Americans to take a hike – literally. West Virginia Governor Patrick Morrisey is encouraging residents
Social media can be a great source of fitness, nutrition and wellness tips — but it also has some potentially
‘My dog detected my cancer before doctors did’ Breanna Bortner’s dog, Mochi, began fixating on her breast before she was
Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is urging Americans to dispose of their prescription medications properly.
In a world of sitting at desks and slumping in front of screens, back pain is known to be the
Amid the alarming trend of colorectal cancer cases rising among young people, a new study has pinpointed a potential source.
A mother of two credits ChatGPT for saving her life, claiming the artificial intelligence chatbot flagged the condition leading to
Health researchers are sounding the alarm about an endocrine disruptor commonly found in paper receipts – and they say it
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Dementia cases continue to rise in the U.S., with people over age 55 facing a 42% risk of developing the
Hypertension, or high blood pressure, is known to have a direct impact on heart attack and stroke risk — but
With around one million people living with Parkinson’s disease in the U.S. — and 90,000 getting new diagnoses each year
Pope Francis, 88, died on Easter Monday of a stroke and cardiac arrest, according to an announcement from the Vatican.
Boxing champion Oscar De La Hoya, 52, recently shared a beauty secret that is raising some eyebrows. “These lasers only making
Vitamin D is widely known for boosting bone health, muscle strength and immune function, but it also has a range
Searches for “tongue scraper” have almost doubled in the last two decades, according to Google Trends. Some experts, however, have
The Virginia Department of Health (VDH) recently reported the state’s first measles case of the year, identifying the patient as
Michigan has officially reported a measles outbreak in the state. The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) and
Joe Rogan has joined the growing tribe of teetotalers. On a recent episode of “The Joe Rogan Experience,” the podcaster,
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is coming under fire for not publicizing its own report into an E. coli
Injectables for type 2 diabetes and weight loss could soon be a thing of the past. Eli Lilly announced Thursday
New data released by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has revealed climbing autism rates among children. In 2022,
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CT scans, or CAT scans, are widely used to get internal images of the body and diagnose dangerous medical conditions
The teen pregnancy epidemic could be waning, data suggests. For the first time in U.S. history, more women over the
Engaging in a long-term meditation practice could significantly alleviate stress and slow down aging, suggests a new study published in
A brand of men’s multivitamins has been recalled due to the presence of an undeclared allergen that may prove deadly
Thirteen years after her Alzheimer’s diagnosis, a California woman is more vibrant than ever — and she has just embarked
DENVER – Artificial intelligence is quietly transforming how doctors interact with patients — and it might already be in use
Creatine is a popular supplement used to help build muscle, but researchers in Australia are questioning its effectiveness. Investigators from
A U.S. senator said a GLP-1 drug changed his life — and now he’s calling for widespread access to anti-obesity
Researchers have discovered an experimental medication that significantly reduces a cholesterol-like particle that can increase the risk of heart attacks and
Professional golfer Phil Mickelson, who made his 32nd start in The Masters this week, has been open about his commitment
Three of the most common aging-related diseases share many of the same risk factors — and they can all be
While the “official” full retirement age in the U.S. is 67, according to the Social Security Administration, the average American
Cases of an invasive strain of strep throat have been steadily rising in some areas of the U.S., according to
At least five nurses working on the same floor of a Boston-area hospital have been diagnosed with brain tumors, and
Having a furry friend can add fun and companionship for anyone — but for children with autism, it can be
Diabetes is known to cause many medical issues, from heart disease to vision problems — and now a new study
After decades of struggling with addiction, JD Vance’s mother has marked a major milestone. On Monday, April 7, Vice President
Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said Monday he plans to direct the Centers for Disease
A Florida baby who was given just weeks to live is thriving today — and it wouldn’t have been possible
A newly expanded prostate cancer drug could bring new hope to patients with a common form of the disease. Novartis,
Clearing one’s throat is a common reflex to remove mucus and irritants — particularly during allergy season. But for some,
The old adage is that moms have eyes in the back of their heads, but a new study shows that
First daughter Ivanka Trump has gone public with her practice of jiu-jitsu. In a recent Instagram post by martial artists
The link between the zoster vaccine and a lower dementia risk has been strengthened in new research. A study by
Val Kilmer’s death on Tuesday has sparked reminders of the risks of pneumonia. The actor, best known for his role
More than 200 cruise ship passengers were infected with norovirus on a transatlantic voyage that is currently still at sea.
Semaglutide medications like Ozempic and Wegovy have exploded in popularity in recent years due to their effectiveness in diabetes control
Experts are speaking out about the potential dangers attached to carbon monoxide, as authorities continue to probe the death of
Getting into the groove of living a healthy lifestyle — from consistent exercise to a balanced diet — can sometimes
A new drug is showing promise in tackling treatment-resistant ovarian cancer. Relacorilant, the drug tested in a phase 3 ROSELLA
Several blood tests have been shown to accurately diagnose Alzheimer’s disease — as previously reported by Fox News Digital — but
How many crunches can you do — and how does that stack up with others your age? That was the
Those watching HBO’s “The White Lotus” may be familiar with matriarch Victoria’s long southern drawl, sweeping silk robes — and
Adopting healthy eating habits during middle age boosts the likelihood of healthy aging. That’s according to a new study from
As digital technology continues to advance, seniors are at a particularly high risk of being targeted by scammers, experts say.
Utah has become the first state in the U.S. to ban adding fluoride to its public drinking water systems as
Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is on a mission to make America healthy again, and
For the first time in three decades, researchers believe they have identified a new class of antibiotics. Teams at McMaster
With celebrities such as Kim Kardashian and Paris Hilton singing the praises of full-body MRI scans, a growing number of
A dangerous fungus spreading among U.S. healthcare systems isn’t slowing down, reports claim. New research has revealed that Candida auris
Children could face a higher risk of developing attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) if their mothers took acetaminophen — a common pain
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The cure for baldness has long been a scientific enigma. Yet advanced treatment options and hair-loss clinics have continued to
A confirmed case of measles in Washington, D.C. is being investigated by health officials after the contagious person visited several
Obesity has long been established as a risk factor for cancer, particularly when it’s stored in certain areas of the
Fox News contributor Dr. Nicole Saphier recently discussed natural ways to prevent and treat hair thinning — plus how to
Move over, Batman — there’s a new caped crusader in town, and she’s got four legs, floppy ears and a
The Tennessee Department of Health (TDOH) has confirmed the first case of measles in the state, as an uptick across
A ripped NYPD detective who is becoming a social media sensation for his grueling nightly workouts wants to inspire police
Researchers are warning that men who regularly dodge prostate cancer screening appointments are 45% more likely to die from the
An experimental drug has shown promise in preventing Alzheimer’s for people at higher risk of developing the disease. That’s according
Each year on March 21, World Down Syndrome Day (WDSD) marks a global day of awareness and education about the
Heat exposure has been linked to lasting benefits for overall health. Spending time in heated environments, like a sauna, can
America is struggling with an obesity problem, as nearly 42% of U.S. adults are obese, according to the Centers for
Chronic back pain is the most common type of pain, affecting around 16 million American adults — and now a
A new bird flu outbreak has been confirmed as the virus continues to spread across the U.S. The deadly H7N9
While various factors contribute to health, fitness remains exceptionally important, according to fitness expert Jillian Michaels, a supporter of the
While marijuana has been legalized in many states, research has shown that it could have detrimental health impacts for some
Eight years after receiving a life-shattering diagnosis, a New Jersey mother credits an “amazing” new drug for stopping her disease
The American Cancer Society’s annual cancer trends report revealed a mix of news and statistics for 2025. Cancer death rates
The average life expectancy in the U.S. is just over 78 years — but in certain countries and regions, more
Cat owners have been alerted to a potential health threat. Savage Pet of El Cajon, California, is recalling 66 large
Over half of Americans are lying through their teeth — about their teeth. That’s according to a new survey conducted
Obesity and stress could magnify the risk of one of the most aggressive types of cancer, a new study suggests.
As spring arrives and the weather warms, exposure to sunlight could have an immense impact on overall health. Dr. Roger
Several types of skincare products used to treat acne have been recalled due to a cancer risk. The products, which
Measles has been spreading across America, as the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has reported more than 220 cases
Lara Trump on setting a healthy example for her children Amid the widespread support for Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s MAHA
Exercise is essential for overall health — but as we age, our usual fitness routine might not be as effective.
The measles outbreak continues to spread throughout the U.S., sparking discussions about how best to protect children and other high-risk
‘Massive detox plan’ cured woman’s cancer, she says Liana Werner-Gray believes that if she had not made substantial changes to
Clean beauty brand owner calls for higher safety standards In an on-camera interview with Fox News Digital, TV personality and
As measles cases continue to spread in several U.S. states, the spotlight is on prevention of the highly contagious disease.
The state of Maryland has confirmed its first measles case in a Howard County resident who recently traveled internationally. The
Virginia officials announced there was a confirmed case of measles at Washington Dulles International Airport last week, and now they
The causes of death have been revealed for actor Gene Hackman, 95, and his wife Betsy Arakawa Hackman, 65. Hackman
Learn to ‘biohack’ sleep with Lara Trump Human biologist and ‘biohacker’ Gary Brecka shows Fox News host Lara Trump the
A recent study from the University of California, San Francisco, indicates that pre-teens with greater exposure to certain types of
The COVID-19 pandemic engulfed the U.S. five years ago this month, leaving not only lingering mental health effects but also
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is in the process of launching a large study into possible links
Although winter is coming to a close, cold and flu season is still threatening our immune systems. Staying healthy is
How many push-ups can you do — and how does that stack up with others your age? That was the
As measles cases continue to emerge in several U.S. states, treatment and prevention is top of mind. As most infected
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During his joint address to Congress, President Donald Trump made a heartfelt gesture in reference to the Make America Healthy
Amid the ongoing measles outbreak in Texas, Fox News senior medical analyst Dr. Marc Siegel sat down with HHS Secretary
The Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) movement has taken off ever since HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s first pitch
A Washington company has recalled pet food products amid the ongoing bird flu outbreaks. On March 1, Wild Coast Raw
After suffering from a lifelong eating disorder that almost killed her, an Ohio woman says switching to a carnivore diet
For those who were vaccinated for measles many decades ago, there’s a chance the protection has worn off by now.
A vast majority of American adults say they have consumed alcohol at some point — yet experts warn that alcoholic
Clean beauty brand owner calls for higher safety standards In an on-camera interview with Fox News Digital, TV personality and
A Pennsylvania woman, 26, says she only vaped for one year before her lungs collapsed. Petrea Mckeithen was 21 when
New measles cases have been reported since the first death in West Texas amid the ongoing outbreak. The pediatric patient,
Heart disease is the world’s leading cause of mortality, comprising 32% of all deaths. But that doesn’t mean people are
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Demi Lovato, Post Malone, Chris Stapleton, Billy Strings and Willie Nelson have all sung about being “California sober.” What does that
New evidence is highlighting just how important sleep is for overall health. Emerging research published in The Journal of Immunology
“Normal” levels of vitamin B12 may not be enough to ward off dementia, new research finds. Researchers at University of
Is Pope Francis going to live? Is he going to die? Will he remain as pope? How much can be
Some medications could have the unintended benefit of reducing dementia risk. That’s according to a recent study by the universities
For a majority of people, the COVID vaccine doesn’t cause adverse health effects — but a small percentage experience chronic
This winter marks five years since the onset of COVID-19, the infectious disease caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus that led
Think five minutes isn’t enough time to make a difference in terms of health and well-being? It could actually be
If you feel more sluggish during certain times of the day, it could be due to your sleep chronotype. The
An off-label prescription drug has been shown to help some non-verbal children with autism discover the ability to speak. The
A vaccine for pancreatic cancer could serve as a promising new therapy. At Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) in
Dentist shares symptoms of ‘chemo mouth’ Dr. Rajiv Saini, a dentist and periodontal specialist from Katy, Texas, discusses one of
The Texas Department of State Health and Services (DSHS) has been tracking an ever-growing measles outbreak that has nearly doubled
As bird flu outbreaks affect poultry farms in multiple states, and with several recent cases emerging in humans, experts are
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Strangers and friends have raised more than $150,000 for a Seattle man’s experimental life-saving cancer treatment after he found out
Minnesota has declared a state of emergency as multiple strains of bird flu have ravaged farms. The Minnesota Department of
The Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) has been tracking a measles outbreak in the South Plains region of
Americans battling worst flu season in years Fox News senior media analyst Dr. Marc Siegel discusses the uptick in flu
A New Jersey pharmaceutical company has received a “conditional license” for its bird flu vaccine for use in chickens. The