Health Archives

Residents Near Former California Nuclear Site Report More Chronic Illness, New Study Finds

Austin Burgess·September 3, 2026

Residents living within five miles of the former Santa Susana Field Laboratory reported autoimmune disorders at more than four times the rate of those living 11 to 15 miles away.

Scientists Develop ‘Organ-on-a-Chip’ That Could Reduce the Need for Animal Testing

Chrissy Newton·August 13, 2026

Human cells on a chip could transform cancer drug testing by offering a human-based alternative to animal testing.

Study Finds Nightmares Connected to PTSD are Reduced or Completely Eliminated by THC from Cannabis

Christopher Plain·August 7, 2026

In a new study, THC reduced or completely eliminated PTSD-associated nightmares that interrupt sleep and can cause a fear of going to sleep.

Creatine Could Offer Hope for Depression, Not Just Muscle Growth

Ryan Whalen·July 2, 2026

Creatine may be more than a muscle-building supplement, as new research investigates whether it can also be a treatment for depression.

Ancient Microbes Preserved in Rapidly Thawing Arctic Middens Are Waking Up—Could They Pose a Threat to Us Today?

Christopher Plain·June 17, 2026

An analysis of ancient microbes frozen in rapidly thawing ancient middens spanning Greenland estimates the potential for modern-day spread.

High-Dose Psilocybin Case Report Suggests Hidden Function May Persist in Advanced Alzheimer’s

Tim McMillan·June 12, 2026

High-dose psilocybin case report describes temporary speech, mobility, and continence gains in a woman with advanced Alzheimer’s disease.

Psilocybin Helped Reduce Depression Symptoms Within Just Days, Recent Clinical Trial Reveals

Austin Burgess·May 27, 2026

A recent clinical trial in Sweden found that a single oral dose of psilocybin reduced depressive symptoms within 48 hours in participants suffering from moderate to severe depression.

CDC Officials Warn ER Visits Are Rising Due to Bites from This Parasite Linked to Dangerous Illness—Here’s What You Need to Know

Micah Hanks·May 19, 2026

Emergency rooms are seeing an uptick in visits related to bites from a common parasite, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

Frequent Exposure to News Involving Gun Violence is Linked to Depression, Researchers Find

Chrissy Newton·May 14, 2026

Researchers at Rutgers University have found that frequent exposure to real-world gun violence through the media may affect our mental health.

Cannabis, Not Psychedelics, Is the Most Common Microdosing Drug in the U.S.

Austin Burgess·May 13, 2026

A research team at the University of California, San Diego, found that cannabis is the most widely microdosed substance in the United States.

Dreams May Reflect More Than Past Experiences, New Study Finds

Austin Burgess·May 7, 2026

A new study shows that our personal traits as well as real-life events and experiences actually shape what we dream about, creating patterns in our subconscious.

Exercise Variety, Not Just Volume, Linked to Lower Risk of Death in New Research

Austin Burgess·May 5, 2026

A long-term study reveals that the kinds of physical activity a person engages in may be just as important as the total amount.

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Massive Study Shows Overwhelming Support for Federal Cannabis Reform Amid Culture Shift

Chrissy Newton·May 1, 2026

A peer-reviewed study involving more than 40,000 public comments finds overwhelming support for the recent U.S. federal shift on cannabis.

Researchers Say Genetics Plays Larger Role in Longevity Than Thought

Austin Burgess·April 22, 2026

Researchers found that genetics may account for about half of the variation in human lifespan, which is at least twice as much as previous estimates and, in some cases, much higher.

Scientists Identify Appetite-Suppressing Peptide That Works Outside Known Weight-Loss Pathways

Austin Burgess·April 21, 2026

A team at Stanford Medicine has now identified a naturally occurring molecule that suppresses appetite and promotes fat loss in animal studies, without many of the side effects linked to semaglutide, the main ingredient in Ozempic.

Scientists Create Light Inside the Human Body Using Waves of Ultrasound

Christopher Plain·April 15, 2026

Stanford scientists have used nanoparticles and an ultrasound 'hat' to generate non-invasive, therapeutic light inside the human body

New “Smart” Cancer Treatment Mitigates Harmful Side Effects, Marking “An Important Step Forward in the Evolution of Medicine”

Ryan Whalen·April 9, 2026

A new synthetic DNA-powered “smart” cancer treatment allows drugs to carefully target harmful cancer cells without damaging healthy tissue.

Psilocybin Shows Breakthrough Potential for Quitting Smoking, Beating Nicotine Patches in Clinical Trial

Tim McMillan·April 6, 2026

Psilocybin therapy shows promise for quitting smoking, outperforming nicotine patches in a new clinical trial study.

Coffee and Tea Linked to Lower Dementia Risk Over Decades of Tracking

Austin Burgess·March 24, 2026

A long-term study led by researchers from Mass General Brigham found that moderate consumption of caffeinated coffee or tea was associated with a lower risk of dementia and improved cognitive performance in participants over time.

Forget Coffee and Energy Drinks: Experiments with Esports Athletes Reveal Caffeine-Free Beverage that Increases Concentration and Stamina

Christopher Plain·March 9, 2026

Experiments with esports players show this non-caffeinated drink combats mental fatigue in a different way than coffee and energy drinks

Scientists Placed Microscopic Animals in Simulated Martian Soil and Something Unexpected Happened

Christopher Plain·February 28, 2026

After exposing notoriously resilient microscopic animals called tardigrades to simulated Martian soil, they began to move extremely slowly

This Ancient Chinese Mind-Body Exercise Has a Major Heart Health Benefit, New Study Finds

Austin Burgess·February 24, 2026

Recent clinical trials show that baduanjin, a traditional Chinese mind-body exercise, can lower blood pressure as much as brisk walking.

As States Legalize Psilocybin, NIH Moves to Study the Real-World Impact

Austin Burgess·February 19, 2026

For the first time, federal researchers will study what happens when people access psychedelic treatment outside tightly controlled clinical trials.

“This Isn’t Folklore; It’s Pharmacology”: Centuries-Old Traditional Medicine Could Be a Game-Changer for Hair Loss

Micah Hanks·February 10, 2026

Scientists say new research shows a centuries-old traditional Chinese herbal medicine could be a game-changer in fighting hair loss.

Could Cannabis Beverages Help Reduce Alchohol Consumption? New Survey Findings Say Its Possible

Austin Burgess·February 2, 2026

A recent survey found that cannabis-infused beverages may fit into a similar social context as alcohol, with participants reporting lower alcohol consumption after they began using cannabis drinks.

Scientists Discover “Master Regulator” That Could Help Reverse Brain Aging at Its Source

Tim McMillan·January 20, 2026

Scientists identify a "master regulator" that may reset Brain Aging by controlling tau and gene expression in neurons.

“Auto-Brewery Syndrome”: What Happens When the Body Starts Brewing Its Own Alcohol?

Austin Burgess·January 20, 2026

A very small number of people can naturally experience symptoms of intoxication despite not consuming any alcohol.

U.S. Officials Claim They Have Been Testing a Mysterious Device Linked to ‘Havana Syndrome’

Micah Hanks·January 13, 2026

Pentagon officials have reportedly spent the last year testing a device linked to unusual health issues commonly known as “Havana Syndrome.”

‘Check Engine Light’ for the Human Body Could Tell You When to Go to the Doctor

Christopher Plain·January 13, 2026

Scientists have created an implantable artificial 'skin' that glows like a check engine light for the human body when it senses a problem.

Combining These Two Cannabis Compounds Reveals a Promising Tool in the Fight Against Ovarian Cancer

Austin Burgess·December 18, 2025

Ovarian cancer is among the most lethal gynecological cancers because it is often detected at an advanced stage and can be resistant to treatment options.

A Surprising Antidepressant? How Laughing Gas Is Emerging as a Rapid Treatment for Severe Depression

Tim McMillan·December 9, 2025

New research shows Laughing Gas can ease depression within hours, though questions remain about its safety and lasting benefits.

Fame Kills, Even if You’re Rich: Artists in This Profession Die Before Their Peers, New Research Suggests

Christopher Plain·November 26, 2025

Scientists studying the link between fame and early death have found famous singers die earlier than their peers even if they're rich.

California Sober? Scientists Find Smoking Cannabis Reduces Alcohol Consumption in This Specific Situation

Christopher Plain·November 19, 2025

Scientists discover that the 'California Sober' approach of replacing alcohol consumption with cannabis is effective under certain conditions

Could Toothpaste Made From Hair Help Teeth Regrow Enamel? Scientists Think So

Austin Burgess·November 19, 2025

Scientists at King’s College London have developed a sustainable biomaterial derived from hair that could help rebuild tooth enamel.

No, Your Gut Microbiome Doesn’t Contribute to Autism—New Study Dismantles Decades of Misleading Claims

MJ Banias·November 14, 2025

A comprehensive analysis has found no scientific evidence supporting the hypothesis that the gut microbiome causally contributes to autism.

Self-Guided Hypnosis Cuts Menopausal and Perimenopause Hot Flashes by Over 50%, New Study Shows

Chrissy Newton·November 13, 2025

A new clinical study reports that self-guided hypnosis can reduce the frequency and intensity of menopausal symptoms by more than half.

New Study Finds Half of Americans Don’t Know Alcohol Raises Cancer Risk

Austin Burgess·November 11, 2025

A recent study from the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center reports that most adults in the United States do not realize that alcohol use increases their risk of developing cancer.

Decades After Agent Orange, Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans Show Increased Chronic Lung Risks

Chrissy Newton·November 10, 2025

New research reveals U.S. Veterans who served in Operation Iraqi Freedom (OIF) and Operation Enduring Freedom (OEF) were at a higher risk of facing chronic respiratory illnesses.

New Study Finds No Clear Link Between Tylenol Use During Pregnancy and Autism

Tim McMillan·November 10, 2025

New study finds no clear link between Tylenol use in pregnancy and autism, easing fears and reaffirming its safety.

Cancer Breakthrough: Nanomedicine ‘Hack’ Unleashes Common Drug’s Hidden Power to Kill Cancer Cells Up to 20,000 Times More Effectively

Micah Hanks·November 7, 2025

A common chemotherapy drug’s hidden potential for becoming a game-changing weapon in the fight against cancer has been revealed by researchers at Northwestern University.