Kids who consume energy drinks are more prone to mental health disorders, study finds

Energy drinks could pose a risk to young brains, according to new research. Those who consumed energy drinks — which are intended to boost energy through the use of caffeine or other stimulants — were shown to have a higher risk of mental health issues, including attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), depression, anxiety and suicidal thoughts. These...

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Colon cancer hits young adults, plus advances in home fertility and AI drugs

NEVER TOO YOUNG – Brooks Bell was 38 when doctors told her she was too young for colon cancer – then she was diagnosed. Click to read her story. Continue reading… IN NURSES WE TRUST – Find out why nurses are still the most trusted profession – even beating out doctors. Continue reading… IBD INNOVATION – An AI-designed drug for inflammatory bowel disease...

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Florida doctor reveals his own cancer journey to help others handle the emotions a diagnosis brings

With more than two million new cases of cancer expected in 2024, a Florida physician who survived the disease wants to help others navigate the terrain of a life-changing diagnosis. Dr. Chris Scuderi, who practices at Millennium Physician Group in Jacksonville, was diagnosed with bladder cancer in Nov. 2020 — at the end of a challenging year amid the...

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Americans trust nurses the most out of 23 major professions, new poll finds: ‘At the forefront’

In nurses, Americans trust — even more so than doctors. That’s according to Gallup’s 2023 Honesty and Ethics poll, which ranked 23 major professions by the level of trust U.S. adults place in them. Nurses hold the top spot as the most trusted profession, with 78% of Americans who took part stating that they adhere to "very high" or "high" standards...

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Syphilis cases surge in the US, reaching levels unseen since 1950

The U.S. syphilis epidemic isn't abating, with the rate of infectious cases rising 9% in 2022, according to a new federal government report on sexually transmitted diseases in adults. But there's some unexpected good news: The rate of new gonorrhea cases fell for the first time in a decade. It's not clear why syphilis rose 9% while gonorrhea dropped...

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Ask an expert: ‘Is poor balance a sign of a serious health issue?’

While some people tend to be a little clumsier than others, constantly bumping into things could be a sign of a serious health issue. For some, poor balance can lead to a decreased quality of life, loss of independence and even severe health complications, according to Ninoska Alvarez, a physical therapist and balance specialist with Brooks Rehabilitation...

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Plastic surgery deaths have spiked among US patients who traveled to Dominican Republic: CDC report

For a growing number of people, "medical tourism" can be dangerous — even fatal. Twenty-nine U.S. citizens have died after they had cosmetic surgery in the Dominican Republic between 2009 and 2018, according to a Jan. 25 report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). More alarming is that the deaths have spiked in recent years. Between...

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Ohio nurse and mom beats cervical cancer as expert shares warning signs you should never ignore

Each year, about 4,000 women die of cervical cancer in the U.S. and around 11,500 new cases are diagnosed. The vast majority of them are caused by HPV (Human Papillomavirus). Bridgette Rillo, a registered nurse and mother of two in Dayton, Ohio, was just 35 when she was diagnosed with cervical cancer in 2018. Now 41, she is aiming to raise awareness...

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Ovarian cancer treatment on fast track for FDA approval as chemo alternatives emerge: 'We're making progress'

A new wave of cancer treatments is looking promising for the future of oncologic care. The ovarian cancer drug RC88, which is made by the Chinese biopharmaceutical company RemeGen, received FDA approval for Phase 2 clinical trials earlier this month. The drug received fast-track designation (FTD) for the treatment of "platinum-resistant recurrent epithelial...

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Weekend read: Top stories of the week in Health in case you missed them

Fox News Digital publishes an array of health pieces all week to keep you in the know on various wellness topics: disease prevention, nutrition, medical research, health care and much more — plus, personal stories of people and families overcoming challenging obstacles. As you wind down your weekend, check out some of the top stories of the week in...

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AI-designed drug for inflammatory bowel disease enters human clinical trials: 'A significant need'

Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) impacts 1.6 million people in the U.S. — and a new artificial intelligence-generated drug could help alleviate symptoms. Insilico Medicine, an AI-driven biotech company based in Hong Kong and in New York City, recently announced that its new AI-designed IBD drug — ISM5411 — has entered Phase I clinical trials. This...

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Why some seniors should sign ‘driving contracts’ and agree to hang up their car keys

Some aging drivers are signing contracts to help determine when their time behind the wheel should come to an end.  These "advance directives" are to help protect drivers’ safety and facilitate what can often be tough decisions for families. Lewis Morgenstern, 61, a professor of neurology, neurosurgery and emergency medicine at the University...

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Do you need a prostate check? King Charles III raises awareness of common men's health condition

Even kings have prostate problems. King Charles III was admitted on Friday to The London Clinic, a private hospital, where he underwent a scheduled procedure due to an enlarged prostate, Buckingham Palace confirmed. The treatment was successful and the king is "doing quite well," a royal source told Fox News Digital.  The palace emphasized that...

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Respiratory illnesses remain 'elevated' throughout much of country: CDC

Respiratory illnesses that include a fever plus a cough or sore throat, causing people to seek medical care in the United States, have remained elevated in the last two weeks in various parts of the country, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control said on Friday. "This week, 22 jurisdictions experienced high or very high activity compared to 37 jurisdictions...

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FDA approves first at-home sterile insemination kit to help with infertility: 'Gives me goosebumps'

It's now possible for women to get pregnant via insemination in the comfort of their own homes. The FDA recently approved the first-ever, at-home sterile insemination kit.  PherDal Fertility Science received clearance last month after various tests did not raise "any new questions on the safety or effectiveness" of the product, as stated in the...

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