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Research published in Molecular Human Reproduction reveals that ovaries do not become inert after menopause but instead shift from reproductive functionality to an immune-dominant role. Led by Francesca Duncan of Northwestern University, the study suggests these organs may become pro-inflammatory sites that influence whole-body aging and age-related diseases. How the “Career Change” of the Ovary … Read more

"Eric Dillon’s shoulder pain led to a multiple myeloma diagnosis, according to CBS News, after initial misdiagnoses as a rotator cuff injury." The Unusual Path from Shoulder Pain to Cancer Diagnosis Eric Dillon’s journey began with what seemed like a routine shoulder injury. In May 2024, he experienced "tremendous pain" while working in his Houston … Read more

“More than half of U.S. adults take blood pressure medication, but cardiologists warn against combining it with supplements like fish oil without medical guidance, according to reports from multiple health outlets. Dr. Majid Basit, MD, a cardiologist at Memorial Hermann, emphasizes the need for patients to discuss over-the-counter supplements with their doctors due to potential … Read more

Hormones are chemical signaling molecules that coordinate bodily functions by carrying messages through the blood to organs, skin, muscles and other tissues, according to the Cleveland Clinic. These chemicals, which are essential for life and health, regulate physiology and behavior in multicellular organisms, including animals, plants and fungi, as reported by Wikipedia. How do hormones … Read more

Michigan health officials are investigating a sudden and large increase in cyclosporiasis cases, with over 170 infections reported in southeast Michigan since June 22, 2026. The parasite, often linked to contaminated produce, has sickened hundreds across 17 states since May 1, leading to at least 20 hospitalizations nationwide. Michigan Case Counts and Regional Spread The … Read more

“Beachgoers in the Gulf Coast face heightened risks of Vibrio vulnificus infections as summer peak approaches, with health officials urging caution and researchers linking the rise to climate change and federal policy shifts.https://www.cbsnews.com/news/disease-threats-trump-administration-health-program-cuts/https://www.nola.com/news/gulf_coast/vibrio-infection-icu/article_6efbb15a-43f0-4919-8f4c-ae79aa09fdd1.htmlhttps://www.click2houston.com/news/local/2026/07/01/doctors-warn-swimmers-about-risk-of-flesh-eating-bacteria-in-houston-area-beaches-lakes-and-ponds/” ### A Personal Battle with Vibrio Steve Wilson’s summer began like any other in Mississippi, but a single horsefly bite led to … Read more

A study of 355,000 adults from Cedars-Sinai Health Sciences University found that drinking five or more cups of coffee daily reduces the risk of liver cancer and cirrhosis by nearly a third, with 42% lower risk of liver-related death, according to The Independent. The Study’s Key Findings The research, published in The Independent, analyzed data … Read more

Preliminary figures from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) suggest the U.S. mortality rate fell significantly in 2025, potentially placing American life expectancy on track to reach a record high. The decline, which follows the peak of the COVID-19 pandemic, reflects a downward shift in deaths across nearly all age groups. Mortality Trends … Read more