Amid summer COVID surge warning from CDC, should you worry? Doctors weigh in

A summer COVID surge is underway in the U.S., warns the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) — so should you be concerned? As of June 25, 2024, the CDC estimated that COVID-19 infections are "growing or likely growing" in 44 states and territories, according to a news alert on its website. Despite the rise in cases, hospitalizations and...

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Amid post-debate cognitive concerns, doctor recommends 3 natural supplements to boost brain power

As doctors continue to discuss President Joe Biden’s concerning speech patterns and behavior during Thursday night's presidential debate, Dr. Nicole Saphier is focusing on natural remedies for cognitive function. "Cognitive decline is a hot topic right now," Saphier — who is an associate professor at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in New York...

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Health weekend roundup includes service dogs, medical misinformation, amazing surgery and more key stories

Fox News Digital publishes an array of health pieces all week long to keep you in the know on key wellness topics: disease prevention, nutrition, medical research, health care and more. We also share personal stories of people and families overcoming great health obstacles. Check out some of the top stories of the week in Health that you may have missed...

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Doctors express concern about Biden’s apparent cognitive issues during debate: 'Troubling indicators'

The first presidential debate of 2024 left many Americans and even some traditional Democratic allies wondering about President Biden’s mental fitness for office based on what appeared to be his unclear train of thought at times and his raspy voice on Thursday night. The White House responded to these concerns, claiming that the president, who is 81,...

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Childhood medical myths debunked as experts weigh in on 5 common warnings

Mothers might know best, but it's not always easy to separate fact from fiction when it comes to health advice. A new report from University of California San Francisco (UCSF) Health has broken down several common wellness myths that children often hear while growing up. Fox News Digital spoke with experts who revealed the truth behind common medical...

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Daily multivitamins might not help you live longer, study finds: 'No differences in mortality'

Approximately one-third of U.S. adults report taking multivitamins, data shows — but a new study suggests that the daily practice won’t extend longevity. Researchers from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) analyzed more than 20 years’ worth of data from 400,000 healthy U.S. adults, concluding that taking multivitamins did not reduce mortality...

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Some sleep apnea patients see improvement with new breathing tool

A new solution may be on the horizon for the 30 million people in the U.S. who suffer from sleep apnea. In a Finland study, a new breathing device showed promising results in reducing symptoms of the disorder, according to researchers. The device, called WellO2, uses resistance training to strengthen throat muscles and steam breathing to humidify airways. UNTREATED...

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Service dog helps woman with epilepsy, plus a new liver drug and bedtime warnings

FAITHFUL COMPANION – Channing Seideman's service dog, Bishop, brings her peace of mind and safety amid the uncertainty of daily epileptic seizures. The Ohio woman shares the heartwarming partnership with Fox News Digital. Continue reading… ‘BIG STEP FORWARD’ – A new drug has shown promise in slowing or preventing the progression of disease in patients...

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Chicago man receives kidney transplant while fully awake, goes home very next day

Kidney transplants are not uncommon — the kidney is actually the most frequently transplanted organ in the U.S. — but a Chicago man recently received his in a highly unusual way. John Nicholas, 28, was awake during the entire procedure, which was performed on May 24 at Northwestern Medicine Hospital. He was discharged the very next day. Doctors administered...

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CDC warns of mosquito-driven virus as cases spike

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has issued a fresh warning about an increased risk of dengue virus infections as a "record-breaking number" of cases are being reported in the Americas.  From January 1 to June 24 of this year, more than 9.7 million dengue cases were recorded among countries in the Americas, which is more than double...

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California doctor reveals the 10 big ‘lies’ the medical community is telling patients

A California doctor wants people to know that, in his view and experience, the medical community doesn’t always tell patients the truth. Dr. Robert Lufkin, a physician and father of two young children, has been diagnosed with four chronic diseases — the same ones that claimed his father's life. Inspired by his own medical struggles, Lufkin decided...

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Life after death: Take a glimpse into the world of cryonics

Since the age of 13, Joseph Kowalsky has harbored a fascination with life after death, pondering ways to extend his existence indefinitely.  Today, Kowalsky, now 59, is among some 2,000 individuals who have signed up with the Cryonics Institute in Clinton Township, Michigan, betting on a future where death is not the end. Cryonics, the process...

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New Parkinson's drug could slow or reverse progression of disease, researchers say: 'Big step forward'

A new drug is being tested to relieve Parkinson’s disease (PD) symptoms – and it’s reportedly showing promise. The drug is designed to slow or halt the progression of the disease in patients by targeting toxic proteins that build up in the brain, according to the study published in the journal Nature Medicine on June 20. Researchers conducted a phase...

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Surgeon general declares firearm violence in America a public health crisis

The United States surgeon general is declaring gun violence a national public health crisis.  Surgeon General Vivek Murthy issued an advisory on Tuesday stating that firearm-related violence and its immediate psychological ramifications on victims and bystanders has severely compromised public health. "Today, for the first time in the history...

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For diabetes patients, inhaled insulin is shown just as effective as injections and pumps

Most of the 38 million people living with diabetes in the U.S. use daily injections or insulin pumps to keep glucose at safe levels — but new research suggests that a third option could be just as effective. In a study led by Dr. Irl B. Hirsch, M.D., medical director of the Diabetes Care Center of the University of Washington Medical Center, an inhaled...

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Ask a doctor: ‘Is it ever OK to take someone else’s prescription medication?’

Most of us have, at some time or another, asked a friend or family member for some over-the-counter medicine to treat a headache or an upset stomach, as the dosage and directions are fairly universal.  But is the same protocol appropriate when it comes to taking someone else’s prescription medication? The resounding answer from medical doctors...

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Ohio woman with epilepsy finds safety with her service dog: ‘Our bond is set in stone’

For the more than three million people in the U.S. who are living with epilepsy, the uncertainty of the next seizure's appearance can create dangerous situations. Now, for many people with the neurological disorder, specially trained service dogs have helped provide safety and peace of mind.  In a recent study published in Neurology, service dogs...

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