The pros and cons of being a surrogate

Circle Surrogacy reports that becoming a gestational surrogate is a personal choice involving emotional, financial, and time commitments, requiring careful consideration.

How sleep can affect your relationships more than you think

BetterSleep reports show that poor sleep impacts relationships significantly, increasing conflict and reducing empathy.

The myths and risks of diet cleanses

Northwell Health reports that popular "diet cleanses" are often unnecessary and potentially risky, as the body already detoxifies effectively through its organs.

How to navigate a depressive episode

Rula reports that depression differs from temporary low moods and that major depressive disorder (MDD) involves prolonged depressive episodes impacting daily life.

Same Medicaid rules, unequal resources: Smaller plans face bigger corrective action plan risk

CureIS Healthcare reports that smaller Medicaid plans face higher risks from corrective action plans due to increasing compliance pressures and limited resources.

After a crash, can blood reach you in time?

ImageTrend reports that receiving blood before reaching a hospital is far from universally available.

Seeing the Benefits of an Eye Exam

Be wise, look out for your eyes and get regular vision exams.

(NAPSI)—Most people remember receiving vision screenings at school; a simple test to determine whether a student was seeing well or needed glasses. What some don’t realize is that staying current …

Plans with cheaper premiums are risky business for Americans seeking lower healthcare costs

If you're going with a lower-cost health insurance plan, make sure to read the fine print.

Some options that might look like health insurance actually aren’t – and they may leave you stranded with large, unexpected medical expenses.

Dry Eye: An Overlooked Symptom of Perimenopause and Menopause

(Feature Impact) Dry eye is one of the most overlooked symptoms of perimenopause, the phase of fluctuating hormones leading up to a woman’s final period, and menopause, the point in a woman’s …

Why Women Should Find Out Their Breast Cancer Risk Earlier than You Think

(NewsUSA) - For many people, breast cancer screening becomes a priority around age 40. However, according to recommendations from the American College of Radiology® (ACR®), one of the most …

Youth Tobacco Use Is at Historic Lows. Adult Smokers Still Need Better Choices.

(Dr. Matthew Holman) - There is a piece of good public health news that deserves more attention: youth tobacco use in the United States has fallen to historically low levels. That progress did not …

America’s New Drug Dealers Have Moved from Street Corners to the Internet – and the FDA is Letting Them

(Peter Pitts, President and Co-founder of the Center for Medicine in the Public Interest ) - Consumers purchasing retatrutide online may think they are buying a safe, clinically tested weight-loss …

Landmark Agreement is a Milestone Moment for Youth Mental Health

(NewsUSA) - It's no secret that kids today are struggling with mental health. Heightened academic pressure, the stress of growing up, family dynamics and lack of social connection all play a role, …

'Clean supplements' sound healthy, but what does clean actually mean?

NutraBio reports that "clean supplements" are often marketed as pure and simple but lack a clear definition, adding that consumers should focus on ingredient transparency, dosages, and evidence rather than just buzzwords to evaluate supplements effectively.

New Clinical Research Opportunities for Adults With CIDP

(BPT) - Sponsored by argenxAdults living with chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy, or CIDP, may be eligible to participate in one of two Phase 3 clinical studies evaluating an …

Where You Live Shouldn't Limit Your Cancer Care

(BPT) - Key takeaways:Radioligand therapy (RLT) delivers targeted treatment directly to cancer cellsThe number of RLT treatment sites has expanded about sevenfold in the U.S.Common questions about …

From Uncertainty to Reassurance: How a Small Heart Monitor and Ablation Procedure Helped One Father Conquer the Unknowns of Atrial Fibrillation

(NewsUSA) - In 2018, then-52-year-old Todd Repass Jr. stood up after a meal and immediately knew something was wrong. It was terrifying. He felt weak, short of breath, and, at times, dizzy. The …

10 things to know about open enrollment for 2027

Intuit TurboTax reports that Open Enrollment for 2027 runs from November 1 to December 15, 2026 and that it is vital for those without employer coverage to review options and potential subsidies.

10 things that can derail your prescription refill, and what to do about it

GoodRx reports on 10 common issues that can delay prescription refills and offers solutions, emphasizing the importance of communication with pharmacists and prescribers.

Protect Your Heart and Brain by Knowing the Signs and Symptoms of AFib

(Feature Impact) AFib is a type of arrhythmia, or heart rhythm disorder, that happens when your heart's electrical signals fire abnormally, causing an irregular heartbeat. More than 10 million people in the U.S. live with AFib, so if you're one of them, there are plenty of ways to find connection, support and resources to help.