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20 Aug
Can Antioxidants Help Protect Against Cervical Cancer?
In a new study, women who consumed more anti-oxidant rich foods – such as fruits, vegetables and whole grains – were less likely to be diagnosed cervical cancer.
19 Aug
Study Raises New Questions About Fluoride Exposure During Pregnancy
An NIH-funded study of more than 2,500 U.S. children finds an association between higher prenatal fluoride exposure from public drinking water and lower fluid cognition scores, particularly among children under age 7.
18 Aug
Social Media Beauty Trends May Increase Teens’ Exposure to Hormone-Disrupting Chemicals
A study finds teens who follow influencers with product lines or watch beauty tutorials use more personal care products, potentially increasing exposure to hormone-disrupting chemicals.
Ellyn Vohnoutka HealthDay Reporter August 21, 2026
FDA Clears First Robot That Draws Blood On Its Own
The next time you roll up your sleeve for a blood test, the hand holding the needle may not be a hand at all.
Federal regulators have authorized the first robot capable of drawing blood from a patient's arm on its own, with no one guiding the needle.
The device is called Aletta. It is cleared for use in adults at outpatient clinics &... Full Page
Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter August 21, 2026
Nearly 8 In 10 Young Adults Are In Early Stages Of Metabolic Disorder, Study Finds
A surprising number of young adults have early signs of a metabolic disorder that could have a lasting impact on their health, a new study says.
Nearly 8 of 10 people with an average age of 23 had signs of cardiovascular-kidney-metabolic syndrome, otherwise known as CKM syndrome, researchers reported Aug. 20 in the journal Circulation:... Full Page
HealthDay Staff HealthDay Reporter August 21, 2026
Diet Quality Versus Cutting Calories: What Matters More For Weight Loss?
Is weight loss really just about calories in, calories out — or does diet quality make a difference?
A team led by Dr. Thomas Keyserling, a professor of medicine at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, followed 360 adults with obesity for two years.
Half were assigned to a Mediterranean-style program that emphasized... Full Page
Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter August 21, 2026
Psilocybin Safe And Effective Against Mood Disorders, Real-World Data Show
Oregon’s landmark psilocybin program is showing that the “magic mushroom” chemical can help people manage their mood disorders, a new study says.
People participating in state-regulated psilocybin services reported relief from symptoms of anxiety, depression and post-traumatic stress disorder, researchers reported Aug. 19... Full Page
Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter August 21, 2026
TikTok Shaping Teens' Appetites, Diet
TikTok is shaping teenagers’ appetites, a new study suggests.
Teens say what they see on TikTok is prompting hunger, driving their cravings and fueling their interest in trying new food, researchers reported Aug. 19 in the Journal of Nutrition Education and Behavior.
"Adolescents described TikTok as a highly engaging e... Full Page
Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter August 21, 2026
Self-Driving Cars Might Not Be Safe For Everyone, Study Says
You might want to steer clear of self-driving vehicles if you have a history of head injuries, a new study warns.
Hockey players who’d suffered repeated concussions were slower to respond when a self-driving car faced a complex traffic situation and needed them to take the wheel, researchers reported recently in the journal Traff... Full Page
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