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June 19, 2025 – The FDA has approved the first twice-yearly shot to reduce the risk of HIV infections.

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Pushups and step count are a byproduct, not a definition, of fitness. It’s not even about your “why.” Dig deeper for your ...

The “blue waffle” hoax is a made-up sexually transmitted infection (STI) affecting women. Here’s how to fact check online health information and avoid scams.

If one thing’s for sure, it’s that there’s always another coffee study, and we can’t help but click. But why are we so hooked, and is there any real consensus on whether coffee is good for us?

June 11, 2025 – The FDA has approved a new pill for adults with high blood pressure (hypertension) that combines three medicines in one.Available in one regular and two lower doses, it offers a ...

At least 4 out of 10 women have dense breast tissue and may need testing beyond a standard mammogram. Two new studies help clarify your next steps.

June 10, 2025 — Just as summer begins and people are stocking up on sunscreen, a new report is raising questions about the safety and effectiveness of many brands. But the truth behind those ...

Some health systems, such as Stanford Medicine, are now using AI tools to help doctors explain test results to patients.Mehrotra expects more will follow. AI can ease panic – in some cases. Now ...