HEALTH
'Soberish' Woman Shares Five Facts To Encourage Others To Stop Drinking
"Soberish" influencer Katie Nessel revealed five shocking alcohol facts that may make you rethink your next drink.
Potbelly May Be a Sign of More Than Just Weight Gain
Newsweek interviewed the lead researcher of a study that found a link between a potbelly and brain aging.
Warning Over Microplastics in the Air We Breathe After Bird Lung Discovery
"Birds serve as important indicators of environmental conditions," biologist Shane DuBay explained.
Dental Warning As New Cavity-Causing Food Type Revealed
For some people, sugar isn't the only thing that risks tooth decay, say scientists from Cornell University in New York.
Americans Are Prioritizing Housework Over Colorectal Cancer Screening
Americans would rather clean or do their taxes than undergo a potentially lifesaving screening. Newsweek discussed the survey findings with a doctor.
Map Shows States With Listeria Cases as FDA Recalls Nutritional Shake
A listeria outbreak linked to frozen nutritional shakes has led to a nationwide recall of the product.
Dementia: Some Antidepressants May Speed Up Decline, Neuroscientists Warn
Researchers hope their findings help doctors prescribe antidepressants "that are better adapted for patients with dementia."
Dentist Reveals Exactly How Long You Should Be Wearing Your Retainer For
"Many patients are unaware that our teeth are constantly shifting, whether or not they have had braces," Dr. Saad told Newsweek.
Scientists Reveal Breakfast Brain Food That May Give 'Mental Edge'
Neuroscientists used cognitive tests and brain scans to reveal the benefits of a surprising addition to your morning meal.
Blind Children See After 'Remarkable' Rare Eye Disorder Breakthrough
"It's an absolutely transformational improvement," ophthalmologist Michel Michaelides told Newsweek.
Indoor Cats Infected With Bird Flu From Dairy Farm Exposure: What We Know
Two cats in Michigan were diagnosed with the bird flu, raising concerns about the virus spreading from livestock to household pets.
New Jersey Removes 500k People From Healthcare Plan
The expiry of pandemic-era healthcare protections has led to nationwide disenrollments, often without just cause.
US Warned of 2032 Hospital Crisis
A growing shortage of beds may end up seeing "tens to hundreds of thousands of excess American deaths each year," researchers said.
Q&A: Carl Zimmer on Airborne Diseases: 'These Are All Big Concerns'
Award-winning science journalist and author Carl Zimmer details the dangers of new viruses, air pollution and wildfires on public and planet health
Bioengineers Reveal Key to Reversing Cellular Aging
The discovery may pave the way to new treatments for age-related diseases, researchers say.
Why Building Muscle Gets Harder After Turning 30—Doctor Explains
Keeping tabs on your weight and diet are key in preventing diabetes, but your muscle mass should not be forgotten.
Wyoming Confirms First Human Bird Flu Case as Woman Hospitalized
A Wyoming woman was hospitalized with bird flu after contact with infected poultry at her home, marking the state's first human case.
California Removes 850,000 People From Health Care Plan
Despite the drop over the past two years, more Californians have access to public health care than before the COVID-19 pandemic.
Why Doctors Think Cancer Is on the Rise in Millennial Women
Newsweek spoke with doctors about the concerning rise in cancer rates among women aged 30–44.
Parents Warned Over 'Quad-demic' of COVID, Flu, Norovirus and RSV
The U.S. has seen earlier and more intense surges of the flu and RSV this year than is typical, pediatrician Dr. Ryan Fulton notes.
Colorado Removes 500,000 People From Health Care Plan
A recent study suggests the nationwide "unwinding" also had a significant impact on the health of Colorado's economy.
Every Health System Faces Crisis—Here's What Industry Leaders Recommend
Five industry heavyweights shared their top emergency management strategies with Newsweek during a virtual event on February 13.
'Dessert Stomach' Is Real And It Lives in Your Brain
Understanding why we always have room for dessert could lead to new treatments for obesity, researchers have revealed.
Premature Death Risk's Surprising Early Warning Sign Revealed
Researchers found an association between early death and the loss of one particular category of senses.