Mental health support website launches to help people through challenges of life events
Support at Every Stage signposts users to services available across Hull and East Yorkshire A new interactive website…
New protein ranking names unexpected winner over beef, salmon and eggs
A new analysis of 20 protein sources found that the top scorer wasn’t steak, salmon or eggs —…
Congo’s fast-moving Ebola outbreak spreads to eighth province
“We see pockets of Ebola generally going down, but unfortunately geographically it’s spreading out,” World Health Organization Regional…
CT kids with Medicaid coverage can face long waits for eye care
by Katy Golvala, CT Mirror October 18, 2026 Cassidy Friedl remembers like a vivid dream the day her…
“There is hope” – Northwest Iowa man shares mental health recovery story
SIOUX CENTER, Iowa (KTIV) – One Northwest Iowa man says he once thought there was no hope after…
Contact With Nature is Linked to Healthy Eating, Shows Encouraging New Study
Credit: Sara Kurfess A new study has discovered that contact with nature may help people develop healthier eating…
Nearly 1 in 8 cancers worldwide are caused by infections. Many could be prevented
Image credits: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases. Around 12% of the world’s total cancer cases in…
HaysMed honors 2026 Service Award recipients
HaysMed HaysMed is proud to recognize Associates who have reached significant service milestones in 2026, honoring their commitment…
A single dose of psilocybin eased depression within days, but its edge over placebo faded within a year
A randomized clinical trial conducted in Sweden found that a single 25-mg dose of psilocybin produced rapid antidepressant…
Duncan Armstrong, Guy Leech take aim at $6.3bn supplements market
Australia’s $6.3bn supplements market is facing criticism from two former Australian sporting stars who believe too many older…
A 91-year-old man was attacked by a raccoon. The rabies vaccine wasn’t covered by insurance — and cost hundreds
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Does Minoxidil Work for Hair Loss? Dermatologists Explain
7 min read There are plenty of reasons you might be losing hair, from nutrient deficiencies to genetics…