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No corners cut for Conor McGregor
Conor McGregor is leaving no stone unturned in preparation for his Octagon return.
The real cause of a common stroke may have been missed for decades
Scientists have discovered that a common type of stroke may have a very different cause than doctors once thought. Instead of fatty plaque clogging arteries, the strongest link was found with enlarged and damaged blood vessels deep within the brain. The finding helps explain why standard treatments like aspirin are often less effective and is driving the search for new therapies that target the brain’s tiny blood vessels directly.
Casting Call: Cherokee musical ‘Nanyehi’ hosting auditions July 18-19
Actors, singers and dancers of all ages are encouraged to audition for Cherokee Nation’s historical musical “Nanyehi – The Story of Nancy Ward,” returning to Hard Rock Live Tulsa Oct.
Honolulu Pride lineup announced for October parade, festival
The Hawaiʻi LGBT Legacy Foundation has announced the entertainment lineup for the 2026 Honolulu Pride Festival, featuring nationally known performers and local talent, and will take place on Octobe…
From lifelike hands to gamified nudges, how technology is reshaping the future of healthcare
While design is crucial to make prosthetics or robot pants people actually want to wear, lessons from loyalty programs could also incentivize people to visit the doctor.
Seattle hospital cuts family medicine resident slots
Fewer residency slots in family medicine could add to a troubling shortage of doctors in Washington, especially among community clinics.
The Fat ‘Upgrade’ A Doctor Recommends To Lower Bad Cholesterol
In TODAY.com’s Expert Tip of the Day, a doctor explains why we need fat and how to choose the best type for heart health.
Abolish the NIH. It really would benefit science.
A $48 billion government monopoly should give way to the market.
Allina Health doctors at Mercy, Unity hospitals vote to authorize strike
Democratic socialist Melat Kiros defeats longtime House incumbent in Colorado primary
Kiros, a 29-year-old lawyer turned doctoral student, is the latest candidate to rise from the party's left flank and boot establishment-backed candidates.
Enter The Sadie-Verse
After ‘Stranger Things’ and ‘John Proctor Is the Villain,’ Sadie Sink is burning up stage and screen in equal measure. Next stop: ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day.’
I thought I was raising a confident girl. Then her words surprised me.
My young daughter doesn't think she can become a doctor because she's a girl. I don't know how this got into her head.
West Virginia’s youngest children are losing health care coverage
A troubling new report suggests that health insurance coverage is slipping away from too many of our youngest children.
Magic find out group pairings for upcoming NBA Cup
The Magic on Tuesday night drew a compelling group for Group Play of the NBA Cup, the league’s fourth-ever in-season tournament. Orlando was placed in East Group A alongside Detroit, Toronto, Milwaukee and Brooklyn. The tournament — which will consist of two stages including Group Play and the Knockout Rounds — starts Oct. 30 and will end with the title game (Dec. 11) at Hinkle Fieldhouse ...
'KEEP DONATING': Boca Raton businesses push to keep Venezuela earthquake relief efforts alive
GalaFresh and Doctor Chicha in Boca Raton are collecting donations and urging the community not to forget as Venezuela earthquake recovery begins.
Doctor warns of health risks as Massachusetts heat wave intensifies
Massachusetts faces a dangerous heat stretch, and a South Shore Health doctor warns the heat can strain the heart and other organs.
ARDS patients improve with experimental treatment
JUPITER, Fla. — Doctors have few options for patients who develop a life-threatening lung condition called acute respiratory distress syndrome, or ARDS. A…
Kathie Lee Gifford admits she 'wanted to die' after misdiagnosis and multiple surgeries for chronic pain
Kathie Lee Gifford reveals she was misdiagnosed for a year and treated for a spinal issue before doctors discovered her hip had deteriorated to "ash."
College basketball returns to KeyBank Center this October with doubleheader
The first game of the day will see Daemen College take on St. John Fisher, followed by Saint Bonaventure taking on Penn State.
Expelled from Neptune HS, Harvard-trained doctor now NYC health chief
Dr. Alister Martin faced unusual obstacles on his path to becoming New York City health commissioner, getting expelled from Neptune High School.
Israeli strikes kill at least 8 in Gaza, including 2 children, health officials say
While the heaviest fighting has subsided since a ceasefire took hold in October, Israeli forces have carried out near-daily strikes, killing 1,045 Palestinians, including more than 360 women and children, according to health officials in Gaza.
Doctors thought man had brain cancer — they found live tapeworms instead
Doctors suspected metastatic brain cancer in a 60-year-old man, but scans revealed pork tapeworm larvae causing neurocysticercosis.
To reduce wait times, UVM Health is demanding its docs see more patients
A recent report commissioned by a state-appointed overseer largely blames long wait times on low productivity among the network’s doctors, and argues wait times also contribute to unnecessarily high prices.
Israeli health-tech conference opens in Jerusalem with 1,800 participants from 40 countries
MIXiii Health-Tech.IL 2026 brought together investors, doctors, researchers, startups and global health-tech leaders, with a focus on Israeli emergency medicine, tech-bio, and technologies.
Select Square Enix Games Have Received Big Discounts at Best Buy – Save on Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth, Octopath Traveler 0, and More
Best Buy has dropped the prices of select Square Enix games. Score big discounts on Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth, Octopath Traveler 0, and more.
Building Community, Capacity, and Collaboration Through gmhCONNECT | Johns Hopkins Center for Global Mental Health
Doctoral trainee Yesenia Garcia shares her experience at gmhCONNECT, a training and mentoring program for global mental health researchers.
My wait for a psychiatric bed in Denver highlights this nation’s overburdened system (Opinion)
Just before my birthday, a Denver doctor placed me on an involuntary 72-hour mental health hold. What came next wasn’t treatment but a drawn-out search for a bed, as the U.S. grapples with a shortage for those in crisis.
IU Health opens one of nation's first FDA-cleared 3D-printing studios
It's changing how doctors work and talk to their patients.
Bringing Health Care Training Closer to Home for Rural Students
One program in Oklahoma, Kansas and Missouri is hoping to bring more doctors and dentists to rural communities.
Doctors urge men to prioritize preventative care during Men’s Health Month
One in eight men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer in their lifetime, but many won’t know they’re at risk until it’s too late.
A Doctor At Home: The Rise Of Ambient Home Health Monitoring
There is significant opportunity to improve long term health outcomes with ambient home monitoring.
Doctors warn World Cup fans to prepare for dangerous heat in Kansas City
University Health doctors are urging World Cup fans in Kansas City to prepare for dangerous heat this week, with heat index values expected between 100 and 110 degrees.
NI health: Resident doctors begin strike action over pay
The BMA said there will "undoubtedly be cancellation of operations, outpatient appointments and elective care" but "patient safety will still be prioritised".
Kadyn Proctor Can Solidify Dolphins Offensive Line in Big Way
The Miami Dolphins' offensive line may be good, but it can reach a strong height if rookie Kadyn Proctor can live up to expectations.
How ‘exercise snacks’ can improve your health
Doctors say short bursts of physical activity can improve your health. Here’s how to make these “exercise snacks” count.
Gunnar gives back: O's shortstop surprises local kid with specialized cleats
BALTIMORE -- The story of 11-year-old Declan Lefevre’s youth baseball career is inspirational. When Declan was about 4 years old, a doctor noticed his legs were different lengths. And it wasn’t something he would grow out of, either, which is something his parents -- father Jeff Lefevre and mother Nichole
Your health insurer shouldn’t decide your treatment plan. That’s what your doctor (and possibly AI) should be doing.
With a digital health record, clinicians and AI-driven diagnostic tools would be able to see your full health history — and then make better decisions.
Five Million Americans Lost ACA Health Insurance—Here’s What That Could Mean For Public Health
New data shows 5 million Americans have lost health insurance through the ACA. A doctor breaks down the downstream consequences for public health in America.
Scratching that bug bite might feel good at first but science explains why it's a bad idea
You’ve likely heard it since childhood: Don’t scratch that bug bite or rash, you’ll make it worse. A lot of things can cause itchiness, sometimes serious diseases. Whatever the cause, doctors have l...
How complex surgeries helped a Texas man avoid foot amputation
A Texas man nearly lost his foot in a lawn mower accident, but Houston doctors saved it through a series of complex surgeries.
The Venezuela Earthquakes Hit a Health System Already in Crisis
Firefighters are using cellphone lights because of a flashlight shortage, and an overwhelmed hospital in the disaster zone is operating without running water, one doctor said.
How to get free Windows 10 security patches until October 2027 - and avoid the $30 fee
Don't want to pay to keep Windows 10 security updates? Microsoft has several workarounds, with the best deal for European users.
Most Patients Want Docs To Break Cancer News Directly, Not Through Portal Messaging
By Dennis Thompson HealthDay ReporterFRIDAY, June 25, 2026 (HealthDay News) — People are becoming more comfortable communicating with their doctor through clinics’ patient portals. Folks use the portals to ask their doc questions and even to review the results of recent medical tests. But there are ...
Children's Minnesota doctor warns of Benadryl challenge dangers
Expanding camp adventure for all
A doctor works with Camp Michigania on making accessibility updates that are expanding and improving camper experiences.
Serious statin side effects on muscles are extremely rare, new research confirms
Scientists created a new tool to help doctors predict a patient’s risk of severe muscle problems from taking a statin.
Octavia Spencer's Orit Entertainment Names New Heads Of Film & TV
Octavia Spencer's Orit Entertainment has made two key executive hires, naming Kathryn Tyus-Adair as Head of Film and Adam Wagner as Head of Television
Octavia Spencer’s Orit Entertainment Names Kathryn Tyus-Adair Head Of Film & Adam Wagner Head Of Television
EXCLUSIVE: Octavia Spencer’s Orit Entertainment has made two key executive hires, naming Kathryn Tyus-Adair as Head of Film and Adam Wagner as Head of Television. “Kathryn and Adam are exceptional exe...
EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION ENDOWMENT ADVISORY BOARD APPROVES HEALTH INSURANCE SUBISIDY PROGRAM FOR EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATORS
EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION ENDOWMENT ADVISORY BOARD APPROVES HEALTH INSURANCE SUBSIDY PROGRAM FOR EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATORS FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 25, 2026 The Early Childhood Education Endowment’s Advisory Board voted on Tuesday to approve the new early childhood educator health insurance subsidy program beginning in 2027 and available through Access Health CT open enrollment starting October 23, 2026. Established into law…
Windows 10 support quietly extended until Oct 2027, as users reject Windows 11
Microsoft extends Windows 10 ESU for home users to October 2027, one year longer than planned. Here's the changes, the cost and how to enroll
Microsoft quietly extends Windows 10's extra security updates program for free: Users can now stay on Windows 10 until October 2027 securely
Windows 10's ESU program has been quietly extended by an extra year, now ending on October 12, 2027 instead of October 2026.
Hackensack Meridian Health Graduates Largest Number of Residents and Fellows Yet for Network
314 doctors continue their quest to be the best clinicians possible within New Jersey’s largest and most comprehensive health network
The Heart-Healthy Way to Lift Weights, Explained by a Doctor
In TODAY.com’s Expert Tip of the Day, a sports medicine doctor reveals whether it’s better to use heavier weights with fewer reps or lighter weights with more reps for a healthy heart.
This Doctor Can Change the Color of Your Eyes. Should He?
Francis Ferrari, a French ophthalmologist, invented a controversial procedure that can change eye color. People from around the world are willing to take the risk.
Shohei Ohtani calls his own pitches vs. Twins after apparent dispute with catcher Dalton Rushing
Louisville doctor, nurse and nonprofit founder charged in federal health care fraud crackdown
Federal prosecutors in the Western District of Kentucky announced charges in four separate cases involving alleged schemes to defraud Medicare and Medicaid, misuse medical credentials and controlled substances, and submit
Tennessee parents, doctors warn of law aimed at excluding ill undocumented children from public medical program
A Tennessee law requires the health department to share the immigration status of a child with state authorities if they’re enrolled in the Children’s Special Services program.
455 people including doctors charged in historic $6.5B health care schemes
Over 450 people, including 90 medical professionals, are facing charges in global health care fraud schemes totaling $6.5 billion.
Tongue Cancer Survivor Reunites with ICU Doctor Who Helped Save Her Life
After a life-threatening complication from tongue cancer surgery led to septic shock and organ failure, high school teacher Jennifer Quick spent nearly a month in the ICU at Atrium Health.
Darializa Avila Chevalier: pro-Palestinian doctoral student steps into politics with ‘faith in the future’
Mamdani-backed candidate won New York’s 13th congressional district with no experience in office but ideas for how politics can ‘actually invest in life’
How wearable tech aims to innovate women's health care
Clair Health co-founder and CTO (Chief Technology Officer) Abhinav Agarwal comes on Asking for a Trend to explain how the company is using AI models in its hormone monitoring device and how new doctors, specifically OBGYNs, can use it to learn more.
France Identifies First Case of Ebola
The patient is a doctor who had traveled to the Democratic Republic of Congo, the health ministry said. Workers are racing to trace those who may have had contact.
Arkansas Insurance Hall of Fame to induct seven
The Arkansas Insurance Hall of Fame has announced its 2026 class of distinguished inductees. Seven new Arkansans will be honored at the 2026 Induction Banquet Thursday, Oct. 15, at the...
France confirms first Ebola case in doctor returning from DR Congo
The patient is in isolation, following strict biosafety protocols to prevent risk of spread in France.
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The Wearable Data Your Doctor Actually Wants
Wearables can offer rough information about a person’s health, experts say, but only some metrics are medically useful.
Podcasts are Changing the Doctor-Patient Dynamic. Is That a Good Thing?
The dynamic in the exam room is changing as more people show up ready to talk about what they’ve heard on podcasts.
Death Row Disability Cases Are Questions of Morality, Not Science
Doctors’ input on how to weigh cognitive disability in death penalty cases can be helpful, but characterizing such judgments as science misrepresents medicine and psychology, says Dr. M. Gregg Bloche of Georgetown Law.
3 people in Oklahoma indicted in nationwide health care fraud probe
Three people in Oklahoma were indicted in a nationwide health care fraud probe involving nearly 500 people, including dozens of doctors.
Clarksville former doctor charged in nationwide DOJ healthcare fraud crackdown
A Clarksville former doctor is part of a nationwide healthcare fraud crackdown by the federal government.
Don Toliver expands world tour with first stop at Sacramento’s Golden 1 Center
The ‘Octane’ World Tour’s ‘Nitrous’ expansion will kick off at Sacramento’s Golden 1 Center.
DOJ announces $6.5B healthcare fraud takedown with record Medicaid enforcement
The Department of Justice unveiled charges against 455 people, including 90 doctors and other licensed medical professionals, for their alleged participation in healthcare schemes that involved mor | Law enforcement unveiled charges against 455 defendants for their alleged participation in healthcare schemes, among which fraudulent amniotic wound allografts and undelivered Medicaid services were spotlighted.
'True Blood' star Joe Manganiello shares secret multi-year health battle, organ removal
Manganiello is detailing his journey in his memoir, "Bloodlines," out October 13.
Trump administration charges 455 people, including doctors, with $6.5 billion in healthcare fraud
In the Trump administration’s latest effort to crack down on fraud, the Justice Department on Tuesday unveiled charges against 455 people for their alleged participation in healthcare fraud and opioid abuse schemes.
Octoberfest adds country stage for 2026; see the full lineup
Organizers of the annual party in downtown Appleton announced the entertainment lineup for the 2026 event.
“Digger” sneak peek reveals Tom Cruise as an over-the-top oil tycoon who can destroy the world
The "comedy of catastrophic proportions" will hit theaters in October.
Kaiser doctor talks about importance of routine check-ups for men’s health
June is Men's Health Month, which is aimed at encouraging men to focus on their physical and mental well-being. Kaiser Permanente’s Dr. Angel Mendoza-Gonzalez joined KCRA 3 on Tuesday to talk about men’s health issues.
Meet the doctor building tiny tools for big science breakthroughs
UCLA's Steven Jonas uses nanotechnology in his lab to explore cancer and other disease-fighting tools.
Texas doctor charged in $89M fraud case as administration pushes health care crackdown
The Justice Department has charged a Texas doctor in an $89 million health care fraud scheme, accusing him of billing insurers for medically unnecessary cardiovascular screening tests.
Texas doctor charged in $89M fraud case as administration pushes healthcare crackdown
The Justice Department says it has charged a Texas doctor in an $89 million healthcare fraud scheme, accusing him of billing insurers for medically unnecessary cardiovascular screening tests for college student-athletes and then rubber-stamping the res...
Smart drones, safe skies: Student’s system tests, coordinates drone fleets
Doctoral student’s project devises an autonomous airspace coordination system built around a real-time simulation and validation technology.
Rice Business launches early career track within MBA@Rice Online Program
Rice Business today announced the launch of a new Early Career Track within its MBA@Rice Online MBA program. The new track gives high-potential professionals with less than three years of work experience a path to earn their MBA earlier in their careers. The program will launch with the October cohort and applications are open now.
E-bike injuries rising among kids as Corewell Health doctors warn parents about speed, safety risks
E-bikes have exploded in popularity among adults, teens, and even some tweens. But as more people are riding them, injuries have increased, too.
Wilder’s wit is timeless in marvelous ‘Matchmaker’ at APT
Brian Cowing’s lively staging of “The Matchmaker” draws on musical theater choreography and classic farce at American Players Theatre through Oct. 2.
Medicare's AI push snarls patients and doctors in errors and delays
Trouble getting weight loss drugs covered by insurance? Here's what to know
If your doctor prescribes a GLP-1 medication for weight loss but your insurance won't cover it, you have options.
A sweeping new AI to detect heart conditions is coming to OpenEvidence
EchoNext, a new AI tool cleared by the FDA, will let doctors use an EKG to easily screen patients for structural heart diseases.
S.F. supervisor Jackie Fielder to return to City Hall after mental health leave
The Mission District supervisor Jackie Fielder is back to San Francisco City Hall after a doctor-recommended three-month rest.
Top Republican, 84, Ignores Health Crisis in New Statement
The octogenarian lawmaker has yet to explain his absence from Capitol Hill.
Arizona Cardinals sign 4th-round pick, DL Kaleb Proctor
The Arizona Cardinals signed their fourth-round pick on Monday.
Arizona Cardinals officially sign Kaleb Proctor
The Arizona Cardinals have signed their fourth round pick.
Doctors Thought It Was Asthma. A.I. Flagged a Serious Heart Problem.
Artificial intelligence programs can spot patterns in electrocardiograms that humans miss. Now, one program is going to be widely available — for free — to doctors.
A look at the science that's been lost on long COVID
Since President Trump took office, hundreds of experts advising on science and research issues have been dismissed. One committee was on long COVID, an issue that doctors are desperate for help with.
Caring for Memphis: 63% of Memphis Top Doctors Affiliated with UT Health Sciences
63% of Memphis Top Doctors Affiliated with UT Health Sciences
Portal messages in Epic have more than doubled since 2020
NYU Langone found that electronic health record portal messages over 5 years ending in 2025 increased by 153%. Researchers say the largely uncompensated 'pajama time' messaging can still add up.
KSU master’s graduates benefit from NIH-funded bridge program
Recent Kennesaw State University graduate April Ford engaged in a program designed to help master’s students in the College of Science and Mathematics gain the experience they needed to pursue doctoral degrees elsewhere. She’ll stand as an example of the Peach State Bridges to the Doctorate program’s effectiveness, having earned her Master of Science in Integrative Biology (MSIB) and acceptance into a Ph.D. program. Ford, Jojo Croffie, and Lindsey Knight all earned their MSIB degrees, and thanks to enrichment through the Peach State Bridges to the Doctorate program, each will start a Ph.D. in the fall.
‘Delay and deny’ insurance practices hinder health care, CT patients, doctors say
Local doctors, lawmakers, patients and the American Medical Association, say that the number of prior authorizations and claim denials that insurance companies issue is worsening.
Mental health partnership aims to give young doctors in training the self-care skills to cope with stress of the job
Becoming a doctor requires long hours, over many years, often with a lot of stress. A mental health program at CU Anschutz aims to give young doctors the