Practical wellness advice, breakthrough studies and public-health alerts explained by medical professionals.
Four thousand years ago, long before antibiotics, a disease resembling syphilis was taking hold in a prehistoric Vietnamese community. Evidence of this ancient affliction isn’t found … Read more
Washington D.C. – As former President Donald Trump eyes a potential return to the White House, a key challenge looms: funding his ambitious policy agenda. A … Read more
A sudden peanut allergy in a child can be deeply unsettling for families, prompting urgent questions about the cause. Although peanut allergies are often attributed to … Read more
The increasing reliance on wireless technology – from smartphones and Wi-Fi routers to cellular towers – has sparked ongoing debate about potential health effects. Recent reports … Read more
York County residents now have a new option for specialized musculoskeletal care. UPMC and the Orthopedic Institute of Pennsylvania (OIP) have jointly opened a new orthopaedic … Read more
For decades, lung cancer screening has focused on current and former smokers, but emerging research suggests a one-time low-dose computed tomography (CT) scan could significantly reduce … Read more
For individuals grappling with obesity and related cardiovascular risks, a new analysis of the SELECT trial offers encouraging data regarding semaglutide, a medication already known for … Read more
For years, cholesterol has been the primary focus when discussing heart health. But a lesser-known lipid, lipoprotein(a), or Lp(a), is gaining recognition as a significant, independent … Read more
The idea that taller people are inherently healthier often dominates conversations about physical well-being. But emerging research suggests a surprising counterpoint: being shorter, specifically under 157cm … Read more
A growing number of parents are questioning not just vaccines, but similarly other long-established, routine medical care for their newborns, raising concerns among pediatricians about a … Read more
The complexities of cancer treatment are often compounded for patients receiving palliative care, not just by the disease itself, but by the potential for dangerous interactions … Read more
The world looks different to a cicada preparing to climb. While humans rely on a complex interplay of visual cues to navigate their surroundings, these insects, … Read more