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Spring Into Youth: How 30 Daily Minutes Outdoors Can Rewind Your Biological Clock

2 weeks ago | medicaldaily.com | Olivia Harper

Exercise helps you stay fit and healthy, but could stepping outside actually turn back the clock? Emerging research suggests that spending just 30 minutes a day outdoors may do more than boost your mood—it could shave years off your biological age. A growing body of scientific evidence highlights the profound anti-aging benefits of regular outdoor activity.
Living Near This Popular Sports Facility May Triple Your Risk Of Parkinson's Disease

3 weeks ago | medicaldaily.com | Suneeta Sunny

Living next to a golf course may seem like a dream, with lush greens, peaceful surroundings, and an ambience of a luxury lifestyle. However, new research suggests that this idyllic setting could come with a hidden cost. Scientists have found that people living near golf courses may face an increased risk of developing Parkinson's disease. Parkinson's disease (PD) is a neurodegenerative disorder that affects movement and coordination.
U.S. Halts Animal Imports From Mexico As Flesh-Eating New World Screwworm Sparks Alarm

3 weeks ago | medicaldaily.com | Suneeta Sunny

The New World screwworm, a parasitic fly that harms both cattle and humans and was once eradicated from the U.S. after more than three decades of effort, is raising new concerns amid an outbreak in Mexico. In response to the looming threat, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced a halt on imports of cattle, bison, and horses through the southern border.
UnitedHealth CEO Steps Down 6 Months After Brian Thompson Murder

3 weeks ago | medicaldaily.com | Taylor Odisho

The UnitedHealth CEO abruptly stepped down on Tuesday, six months after the CEO of UnitedHealth's subsidiary UnitedHealthcare, Brian Thompson, was murdered. Andrew Witty cited "personal reasons" for stepping down from the top position. He was replaced by Stephen J. Hemsley, who previously served as the CEO from 2006 to 2017. Hemsley will continue to serve concurrently as chairman of UnitedHealth's board of directors.
RFK Jr Swims With His Family in River Despite Active Health 'Hazard' Warning Over Sewage Contamination

3 weeks ago | medicaldaily.com | Elizabeth Urban

Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. shared photos of him and his family stopping to take a dip in a Washington D.C. river, despite the body of water having an active health warning due to sewage contamination. In the photos posted Sunday, Kennedy shared that he, his kids and grandchildren went on a hike in Rock Creek Park before stopping for a swim. The health secretary could be seen dunking himself completely in the river.
Widely Used Pill May Raise Risk Of Asthma Attacks In Young Women

3 weeks ago | medicaldaily.com | Suneeta Sunny

A pill used by nearly 9 million women in the U.S., including about 1 in 5 young women, is now being linked to a hidden health risk few are aware of. New research suggests that hormonal birth control pills used as a primary contraceptive by many could quietly raise the risk of asthma attacks in young women. "Asthma is common in women, and unfortunately, women are twice as likely to die from asthma as men.
This Simple Body Measure In Kids May Predict Heart Disease Risk By Age 10

3 weeks ago | medicaldaily.com | Suneeta Sunny

With childhood obesity on the rise, researchers are digging deeper into how early excess weight shapes long-term health. A recent study suggests it is not just how much a child weighs, but where they carry that weight, that could signal their risk of heart disease as early as age 10.
Don't Skip Cervical Cancer Screening: New Self-Collection Device Gets FDA Approval

3 weeks ago | medicaldaily.com | Suneeta Sunny

Many women put off cervical cancer screenings because the process often feels uncomfortable, awkward, or inconvenient. Finding time, missing work, and fear of an invasive exam can be enough to put it off. But since cervical cancer is highly preventable and treatable when caught early, regular screening remains essential for protecting long-term health.
How To Tell If Your Mole Is Cancerous: Doctor Shares A Simple Guide

3 weeks ago | medicaldaily.com | Suneeta Sunny

You are in the shower and notice a new mole on your body. Although in most cases harmless, these small, colored spots can trigger a wave of panic, as thoughts race with concerns about cancer, leading to a frantic search for answers. For anyone who has done this at least once, a doctor now shares a simple checklist to help distinguish between a normal mole and one that could be a warning sign of melanoma.
Longevity Shot? Single Jab May Extend Lifespan By 16 Years

1 month ago | medicaldaily.com | Suneeta Sunny

Scientists around the world are racing to unlock the secrets of longer, healthier lives. From promoting exercise and sleep to exploring longevity-boosting diets, they have identified a range of strategies that could help slow the aging process. Now, a groundbreaking new study in mice suggests that the key to extending lifespan might lie in something as simple as taking an injection that could add the equivalent of up to 16 years to the human lifespan.