Howl-lelujah! Dogs and humans are fatter than ever — it’s no surprise that overweight people tend to have overweight dogs. Now, scientists from the University of Cambridge in the UK say they’ve identified why both groups are more likely to be husky, which may pave the way for treatment options. The team found several genes … Read more
Check your labels, folks. Taking expired medications may not seem like a big deal, but Dr. Jamie Winn, a pharmacist and medical director at Universal Drugstore, tells The Post that some of them can do serious damage to your health. “While it can seem harmless, you can put your health at risk if you’re unaware of what … Read more
A 63-year-old woman who looks 30 says people assume she’s had cosmetic surgery — but she says “vitality” doesn’t come from going “under the knife.” Eudie Okoro developed healthy habits from a young age — and found people asking her secret to youthful looks. The DJ and actor, from Wirral, Cheshire, said she has never … Read more
As measles cases continue to emerge in several U.S. states, treatment and prevention are top of mind. As most infected individuals have been unvaccinated, school-aged children, U.S. health agencies have stressed the importance of receiving two doses of the measles, mumps and rubella (MMR) vaccine to prevent the disease. In a recent Fox News Digital op-ed, HHS … Read more
A new study suggests that women who use a popular hormonal menopause treatment later in life may be at a higher risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease, a neurodegenerative condition that affects an estimated 7 million Americans. Researchers from Mass General Brigham found that women treated with hormone replacement therapy in their sixties were much more likely to develop … Read more
A Washington company has recalled pet food products amid the ongoing bird flu outbreaks. On March 1, Wild Coast Raw of Olympia, Washington, has recalled its frozen Boneless Free Range Chicken Formula raw pet food for cats, according to a March 1 announcement from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The product could potentially contain … Read more
It’s time to blend some reality into your diet. The green smoothie has become the go-to beverage for Americans wanting to boost their intake of nutrient-rich fruits and veggies, improve digestion and maybe even shed a few pounds. Even Reese Witherspoon swears by having one every morning. But before you reach for the kale, remember … Read more
A woman who thought her facial pain was initially due to stress was diagnosed with a rare brain tumor. Nicola Shaw, 38, had just returned from a dream trip to Antarctica when she started getting a “tingling” in her left cheek. Initially she put it down to stress but it spread to her nose, eye, … Read more
With daylight saving time fast approaching, our sleep cycles are about to get thrown for a loop. But don’t panic — you don’t have to rely on pharmaceutical sleep aids that leave you groggy or tired. There’s actually an arsenal of natural nutrients that can help you spring into a restful sleep, which is essential … Read more
They’re taking the plunge. A small number of Canadian cancer patients are testing a pill that contains healthy bacteria from human poop to see if it can extend their lives. “Pancreatic cancer has a poor survival rate of approximately 10% over five years,” medical oncologist Dr. John Lenehan said. “Through this study, we aim to … Read more