Grace O’Connor — Health & Science Editor Researchers are investigating “biphasic sleep”—splitting daily rest into two segments—as a potential strategy to mitigate the health risks of shift work. Evidence suggests that chronic disruption of the body’s internal clock, common among night-shift employees, is linked to increased risks of dementia, cardiovascular disease, and certain cancers. The Physiological Toll of Shift Work For millions … Read more
Larry David has used his new HBO series, Life, Larry and the Pursuit of Unhappiness, to deliver a sharp, satirical critique of U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. In the fourth episode of the Barack Obama-produced miniseries, David portrays the mother of Jonas Salk, the physician credited with developing the first … Read more
Researchers from Carnegie Mellon University and the University of Pittsburgh reported on July 17, 2026, in Cell Reports Medicine that epidural spinal cord stimulation can improve arm coordination in chronic stroke patients. By targeting cervical nerves, the treatment helps balance muscle activity, effectively correcting the accelerator and brake dysfunction common after a stroke. The study, … Read more
A 65-year-old American woman recently required emergency care for symptoms mimicking a heart attack, but diagnostic testing revealed a rare case of what is described by specialists as a condition triggered by intense happiness. Three days after celebrating her daughter’s wedding, the patient developed severe chest pain and respiratory distress, symptoms that prompted her to … Read more
North Carolina health officials are investigating a surge of over 300 cyclosporiasis cases across the state, with Wake County reporting the highest concentration. While a separate national outbreak linked to Taco Bell iceberg lettuce has been identified, state health authorities report no confirmed connection to the North Carolina cases. Cyclosporiasis Surge in Wake County and … Read more
North Carolina health officials report over 300 cases of cyclosporiasis, a parasitic infection causing severe gastrointestinal symptoms, with Wake County seeing a significant surge. While a separate national outbreak linked to Taco Bell iceberg lettuce is under investigation, state officials have not confirmed a common source for the North Carolina cases. Cyclosporiasis Surge in Wake … Read more
Egypt is bracing for its first major heatwave of the 2026 summer season, set to begin on Monday, July 20. Meteorologists have warned that the country will experience a significant rise in temperatures accompanied by high humidity levels, which are expected to intensify the heat felt by residents. Expected Conditions and Regional Impact According to … Read more
Medical research is shifting toward a preemptive model for Alzheimer’s disease, utilizing blood-based biomarkers to identify high-risk individuals years before clinical symptoms manifest. A centerpiece of this effort is the PrevenTRON trial, which was presented at the Alzheimer’s Association International Conference (AAIC) held in London from July 12 to 15, 2026. The PrevenTRON Trial: Targeting … Read more
Sri Lanka is currently navigating a significant dengue outbreak, with 68,672 confirmed cases recorded as of July 12, 2026, according to data from the National Dengue Control Unit. While the number of cumulative cases has reached 68,663 in some reports by July 19, 2026, the human toll remains a primary concern for health authorities. As … Read more
As medical understanding of Alzheimer’s disease evolves, the focus of care is increasingly shifting toward personalized, multidomain lifestyle interventions. Understanding Genetic Risk: The APOE e4 Variant This gene encodes a protein responsible for transporting cholesterol in the blood. Dr. Kellyann Niotis, a preventive neurologist and director of Parkinson’s and Lewy body dementia research at the … Read more