Ultra-processed foods may raise colon cancer risk in younger women, study finds

A new study suggests that eating large amounts of ultra-processed foods may increase the risk of developing precancerous colon growths in younger adults.

'Grey's Anatomy' star James Pickens Jr. reveals cancer diagnosis

James Pickens Jr. revealed his fight against prostate cancer after his "Grey's Anatomy" character faced a cancer diagnosis in the mid-season finale.

Risk of gambling addiction reaches all-time high, experts say

The rise in sports betting apps and online casinos has also led to an notable increase in the number of people suffering from gambling addiction.

NJ man's death is first tied to 'meat allergy' caused by tick bite

Researchers at the University of Virginia have confirmed that a New Jersey man died from an "allergic reaction" to meat he developed after being bitten by tick larvae.

Researchers confirm first death linked to 'meat allergy' from tick bite

Researchers at the University of Virginia have confirmed that a New Jersey man died from an "allergic reaction" to meat he developed after being bitten by tick larvae.

Planned Parenthood Medicaid funding cuts hearing today

The legal fight continues Wednesday over the Medicaid funding cuts to Planned Parenthood, which was targeted in President Trump’s tax and spending cut bill this summer.

Common cleaning chemical tied to spike in liver disease across US, researchers say

Tetrachloroethylene exposure from everyday products increases liver fibrosis odds by 300%. The EPA restricted the chemical after health risks were discovered in blood samples.

Menopause hormone therapy labeling changed under FDA

The FDA is lifting a serious “black box" warning from hormone therapies that are used for menopause symptoms.

Alex Singleton cancer diagnosis revealed after random drug test

The NFL player hopes sharing his diagnosis will encourage others to pay attention to their bodies and to get regular screenings.

Trump announces price cuts on Wegovy, Zepbound

President Donald Trump has unveiled a deal with drugmakers Eli Lilly and Novo Nordisk to reduce prices for their obesity treatments Zepbound and Wegovy. Here’s what we know.

Melatonin linked with higher heart failure rate in preliminary study

Long-term melatonin use was associated with a higher risk of heart failure, according to a preliminary study announced this week by the American Heart Association.

Study links long-term melatonin use to higher heart failure risk, experts urge caution
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A new American Heart Association study suggests a possible link between long-term melatonin use and a slightly higher risk of heart failure. Experts caution that more studies are needed before drawing firm conclusions, noting that melatonin has also been shown to benefit sleep and heart health in past research.