Health

Dental Health Decline Dental health experts are sounding the alarm over a troubling trend: overall oral health in the United States is slipping, largely because of poor brushing habits. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), more than 42% of adults over the age of 30 show signs of gum disease, a

Serena Willaims GLP-1 Medication Serena Williams, one of the most dominant athletes in modern history with 23 Grand Slam singles titles and four Olympic gold medals, is stepping into a new role off the tennis court: health advocate. Williams announced that she is using a GLP-1 medication through Ro, a direct-to-patient telehealth company for which

Flu Vaccine Delivered to Your Door For the first time in the United States, some adults and children can receive the nasal spray flu vaccine, FluMist, delivered directly to their homes. Beginning Friday, August 15, 2025, eligible customers can order the vaccine online through the new FluMist Home program. This program allows adults aged 18

COVID‑19 Cases in South Florida COVID‑19 cases are climbing steadily across South Florida as the new school year approaches. Recent health data from Miami-Dade and Broward counties reveal an increase of more than 50 percent in positive cases between June and July 2025. This surge is raising concerns among health officials and parents alike, as

Florida Woman Arrested for Treating Over 4,400 Patients While Posing as a Nurse Flagler County Sheriff: “This woman potentially put thousands of lives at risk” PALM COAST, Fla. — In one of the most brazen cases of medical fraud in recent Florida history, a 29-year-old woman was arrested this week after allegedly impersonating a licensed

RFK Jr. Shuts Down $500 Million in mRNA Vaccine Projects, Igniting Alarms in Medical Community “I don’t think I’ve seen a more dangerous decision in public health in my 50 years in the business.” — Dr. Mike Osterholm, Director, Center for Infectious Disease Research and Policy A Nation’s Vaccine Strategy Turned Upside Down WASHINGTON, D.C.

7,000 Steps Health Benefits A sweeping international study is reshaping how we understand physical activity and its link to long-term health. For decades, 10,000 steps per day has been the gold standard of fitness — widely promoted by wearable tech companies, fitness apps, and public health campaigns. But the latest research, published in JAMA Internal

Trump Diagnosed with Chronic Venous Insufficiency Amid Speculation Over Bruises and Swollen Legs Washington, D.C. — President Donald Trump has been diagnosed with chronic venous insufficiency (CVI) following visible swelling in his lower legs and bruising on the back of his hand, the White House confirmed Thursday. The announcement comes amid growing online speculation about

Elon Musk Slams Trump’s “Big, Beautiful Bill” as “Insane and Destructive” Amid Republican Infighting WASHINGTON, D.C. – Tech billionaire Elon Musk reignited his public war against Donald Trump’s flagship legislation this weekend, calling the so-called “One Big Beautiful Bill” “utterly insane and destructive,” as the Senate scrambles to secure votes before Trump’s self-imposed July 4 deadline.

Bernie Sanders Blasts ‘One Big Beautiful Bill’ as the Most Dangerous Legislation in Modern U.S. History WASHINGTON, D.C. — Senator Bernie Sanders (I-VT) released a blistering video statement this week denouncing the Republican-backed One Big Beautiful Bill as “the most dangerous piece of legislation in modern U.S. history.” In a YouTube address and Senate floor remarks,

🏛️ What Is the One Big Beautiful Bill? The “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” (OBBBA or H.R. 1) is a sweeping omnibus reconciliation bill passed by the U.S. House on May 22, 2025, by a 215–214–1 vote. It’s the centerpiece of Donald Trump’s post-presidency policy agenda aimed at codifying conservative tax cuts, restricting entitlement access, expanding border enforcement, and

The Murky World of Med Spas: Real Treatments, Fake Products, and Questionable Ethics A booming industry with blurred lines between medicine and marketing Walk into a modern med spa and you’ll likely be greeted with plush chairs, soothing music, and promises of youth in a bottle. From Botox injections and laser treatments to IV drips

Wisconsin 22-Year-Old Dies 22-year-old man has died after being forced to make a fatal decision: walk away from a pharmacy counter without the asthma inhaler he needed to stay alive. His death is now drawing national attention as a devastating example of how gaps in America’s healthcare system are putting lives at risk. Cole Schmidtknecht,

COVID-19 and How to Stay Healthy: As the world continues to navigate life in the COVID-19 era, a new variant is beginning to raise global concern. The World Health Organization (WHO) has announced that it is actively monitoring a recently emerged variant named NB.1.8.1 following a noticeable rise in COVID-19 cases in various parts of

Arthritis Arthritis is one of the most common chronic health conditions in the United States, affecting more than 58 million adults—yet it remains widely misunderstood. On a special segment of TODAY, NBC News medical contributor Dr. Natalie Azar and board-certified clinical specialist in orthopedic physical therapy Karena Wu joined the show to break down what

Telehealth Company Under Scrutiny A growing controversy is unfolding in the rapidly expanding world of virtual medicine. Several major telehealth companies are facing legal scrutiny after a pharmaceutical manufacturer filed a lawsuit accusing them of distributing “illegal knock-off” medications, including a widely prescribed treatment for hair loss. The lawsuit, filed earlier this month in federal

St. Cloud Home Health Nurse Charged with Aggravated Abuse After Surveillance Footage Reveals Assault on Disabled Teen ST. CLOUD — A licensed practical nurse in St. Cloud has been arrested and charged with felony aggravated assault following the discovery of disturbing surveillance footage that appears to show her violently abusing an 18-year-old quadriplegic woman under

Trump Pushes to Make China Pay U.S. COVID Loans: A Political and Ethical Campaign Flashpoint Former President Donald Trump is intensifying his campaign to hold China financially responsible for the COVID-19 pandemic—this time by demanding that Beijing repay the United States for loans and business losses incurred during the crisis. With new messaging across official

Wasted Time, Wasted Potential: Americans Are Burning 3,000 Days on Social Media — For Nothing in Return Americans are spending more than eight years of their lives—over 3,000 days—scrolling social media, but despite the endless effort, the average user is receiving virtually zero growth or return for their time. For millions, it’s a digital treadmill:

Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s appointment as Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS) has alarmed experts across the public health spectrum. His longstanding promotion of vaccine skepticism and medical misinformation—notably through his Children’s Health Defense organization—poses acute risks to vaccine uptake, institutional integrity, and trust in federal health guidance. Since taking office, Kennedy has overseen