New Spit Test Could End Years-Long Wait for Endometriosis Diagnosis

Endometriosis, a reproductive condition affecting roughly 1 in 10 women worldwide, can now be detected through a non-invasive saliva test called Endotest, following approval from the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) in the UK. According to Yale Medicine, women face an average wait of 11 years between their first symptoms and a … Read more

Best Time to Take Creatine: When is it Most Effective?

When is the best time to take creatine for maximum muscle growth and strength gains, and does supplement timing actually matter for athletes and lifters? According to sports dietitians, while research points to taking the supplement either immediately before or after a workout, exact timing shows mixed findings, meaning consistency and lifestyle fit remain the … Read more

DR Congo Ebola Cases Exceed 3,000

The Democratic Republic of Congo has crossed a grim epidemiological threshold as confirmed Ebola cases in the country surpassed 3,000, according to official figures released on Saturday by DRC health authorities. The ongoing viral outbreak has spread across five provinces—Ituri, North Kivu, South Kivu, Haut-Uele, and Tshopo—driving an urgent response as researchers race to deploy … Read more

US Morbidity Gap: Living Longer in Poor Health

Global life expectancy climbed to 73.8 years in 2023, according to a recent study published in The Lancet Public Health by researchers at the Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation (IHME) at the University of Washington. However, the data reveals that humans are spending a growing portion of that extended lifespan dealing with chronic illness, … Read more

DRC Ebola Deaths Exceed 1,300 as Outbreak Spreads Rapidly

The death toll from the ongoing Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has surpassed 1,309, marking a 40 percent increase over a five-day period, according to government figures. Released on Saturday, official data shows confirmed cases and deaths climbed to 2,973 by Thursday, representing a 27 percent rise from the previous week and … Read more

Kyle Richards Celebrates 4 Years Sober in Anniversary Post

Kyle Richards is celebrating four years of being alcohol-free, reflecting on a lifestyle shift that brought an unexpected sense of calm during turbulent times, according to a social media post shared by the television personality. The milestone marks a significant personal chapter for the reality star, who first decided to give up drinking in 2022 … Read more

New GLP-1 Clinical Study Shows Calocurb Reduces Weight and Fat

Calocurb, a New Zealand-based company, has announced findings from a new clinical study published in the US medical journal Obesity Pillars. According to the brand, the research demonstrates that its 100% natural GLP-1 activator effectively promotes weight loss while preserving muscle mass during six months of consistent use paired with a healthy diet and exercise. … Read more

Hawaii Reports Two New Travel-Related Cyclosporiasis Cases

Hawaii health officials confirmed two additional cases of cyclosporiasis in state residents who contracted the intestinal illness while traveling outside the islands, bringing the total number of confirmed infections reported in the state this year to three, according to the state Department of Health. Travel History and Infection Source The two newest patients are members … Read more

Oakland County Chairman Proposes Funding for Planned Parenthood Clinic

Oakland County Commission Chairman Dave Woodward is proposing up to $1.5 million in public funding for the Planned Parenthood clinic in Ferndale to maintain local reproductive health services through August 2028, a plan that has drawn pushback from Republican commissioners, according to a county news release. Emergency Funding Proposal for Ferndale Clinic The proposed emergency … Read more

Wayne County Public Defenders Announce Strike Over Wages and Healthcare

An appeals court has allowed a Michigan inmate’s lawsuit to move forward against an officer after an open cell door resulted in a 20+ stabbing in protective custody, according to recent court filings. Wayne County Public Defenders Set Strike Date Public defense lawyers handling 50% of cases for defendants who can’t afford one in Wayne … Read more