Health

A visionary $100 million matching grant from the Weill Family Foundation is bringing together two leading cancer centers to launch the Weill Cancer Hub West — an innovative collaboration among some of the nation’s most talented scientists that will transform cancer research and care in the next decade. The initiative will harness the expertise and resources of two world-class institutions …

Guest column | I’m a microplastics researcher. Here’s how I limit the plastic in my life.  The Washington Post Simple plastic-free swaps for the home, trail, travel, and beyond  SFGATE Want to Avoid Microplastics in Food? We Found the 8 Most Common Foods That Contain Microplastics  CNET Understanding microplastics: Exposure, health and prevention  MD Anderson Cancer Center Professor warns about microplastics in beverage containers  KUNM …

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Visualized: America’s Surge in Measles Cases in 2025  Visual Capitalist Measles cases just reached 30-year high in the US. How bad is California surge?  Sacramento Bee Travel warning: Measles cases at highest since virus was considered eradicated  KIRO 7 News Seattle U.S. measles outbreaks may end a hard-won victory over the virus  Science News Upcoming School Year Threatens Measles Exposure, Kansas City University Works …

RFK Jr. greenlights removing preservative from flu shots  Axios RFK Jr. Rescinds Endorsement of Flu Vaccines With Preservative Falsely Linked to Autism  The New York Times US ends use of flu shots with thimerosal in latest move by health secretary Kennedy  Reuters U.S. to remove mercury preservative from flu shots following RFK Jr. vaccine panel vote  CNBC RFK Jr. signs off on thimerosal-free flu …

In a heroic effort to prevent the transmission of disease from mother to child, researchers from the United Kingdom reported last week on the birth of eight babies—each of whom was conceived from one sperm and two eggs. Although the babies, thus far, appear mostly healthy, some are wondering if science has taken a step too far. Will tinkering with …

Broken connections between brain cells play a critical role in multiple neurodegenerative conditions, including Parkinson’s disease. Scientists have now come up with a novel way of repairing our neural wiring. A team led by University of Pisa biologist Sara De Vincentiis used mini-brains grown in a lab to test a technique they’re calling “nano-pulling”, using tiny magnetic particles controlled by …

Nighttime routines like limiting alcohol and salty snacks can help support healthy blood pressure levels. Key habits include taking medications, practicing mindfulness, and creating a restful sleep environment. Small bedtime changes can boost heart health and complement diet and exercise for better blood pressure control. Maintaining healthy blood pressure is about more than keeping your doctor happy at your checkup. …

The human gut and the human brain share a hotline that scientists have been mapping for decades. Nutrients such as sugar and fat trigger signals that travel from the digestive tract to nerve centers in a flash, guiding everything from cravings to satiety. Yet the thought that the brain might also monitor the trillions of microbes living in the colon …