Cancer cases to double in next 25 years, WHO warns, as science can’t keep up with the costs Cancer cases around the world could reach 35 million by 2050 The Independent UK · Jul 8
Parasite that causes ‘explosive diarrhea’ has infected over 1,000 in 17 states - here is how to stay safe An unprecedented 700-plus cases have been reported in Michigan alone The Independent UK · Jul 8
Gary Payton and Josh Kesselman Want People To 'Enjoy Being Natural' With New Rolling Papers NBA legend Gary Payton launches cannabis rolling papers with Josh Kesselman, inspired by his mother's positive experience with medicinal marijuana, aiming to promote natural health alternatives. International Business Times UK · Jul 8
Standard Fentanyl Addiction Treatment Doses Are Failing in High-Potency Markets LA study: standard methadone and buprenorphine doses may be inadequate for high-potency fentanyl users. Families should advocate for appropriate dosing. Here's the clinical guidance. Medical Daily · Jul 8
He Thought It Was a Shoulder Injury Until an MRI Revealed a Hidden Blood Cancer Diagnosis What seemed like a routine shoulder injury turned out to be a life-changing diagnosis. An MRI revealed that a Houston father had multiple myeloma, highlighting how persistent or unusual pain can sometimes signal a more serious underlying condition. Medical Daily · Jul 8
Drowning Is the Leading Cause of Death in Children Under 5, and the Deadliest Weeks of the Year Are Beginning Drowning is the #1 cause of death for children ages 1–4. July–August are peak months. CDC and AAP recommend designating a sober "water watcher" at every outdoor event. Medical Daily · Jul 8
Flesh-Eating Bacteria Detected in Long Island and Hamptons Waters as Officials Issue Summer Health Warnings Vibrio vulnificus detected in Hamptons-area waters. Officials issued an advisory. Learn who is at risk and what precautions to take this summer. Medical Daily · Jul 8
The Bacteria Behind the Latest Shampoo Recall Can Survive Products Designed to Kill Germs A popular shampoo has been recalled after tests found contamination with a bacterium known for surviving in personal care products. Health officials urge consumers to stop using affected bottles and check if their shampoo is included in the recall. Medical Daily · Jul 8
How did this man run across England in just a day? With true grit… and the right nutrition Whether you’re contemplating a marathon or working up the courage to restart Couch to 5K, let Jonny Davies be your inspiration Evening Standard · Jul 8
About 10% of Americans Have Genes That May Make GLP-1 Drugs Less Effective: What You Should Know Stanford found PAM gene variants in ~10% of people reduce GLP-1 drug effectiveness. Here's why some Ozempic non-responders have a biology-based explanation — not a compliance problem. Medical Daily · Jul 8
NYC, DC, and Atlantic City All Broke Long-Standing Temperature Records Last Week LaGuardia hit 104°F (broke 1966 record +3°F), DC hit 103°F July 4 (hottest ever), Atlantic City hit 106°F (all-time record). Here is the full East Coast 2026 heat record. Medical Daily · Jul 8
Cyclospora Outbreak Now Spans Multiple States with More Than 700 Cases in Michigan Alone Cyclospora cases hit 718 in Michigan and 100+ in New York, Illinois, and North Carolina. Ohio and Indiana also reporting surges. No source found. Here's what to do now. Medical Daily · Jul 8
The cheap supplement that scientists believe could help fight cancer Scientists found the sports supplement significantly slowed the growth of tumour cells in mice The Independent UK · Jul 8
Mal de dos : ces habitudes du quotidien qui aggravent les douleurs Dorsalgies, lombalgies, douleurs cervicales, sciatiques... Les maux de dos touchent 80% de la population en France. Souvent qualifiés de « mal du siècle », les maux de dos ont un impact important sur la qualité de vie des patients. Sédentarité, pathologies... Quelles sont les différentes causes du mal de dos… Radio France Internationale (Français) · Jul 8
International Business Times UK · Jul 8 Congo's Ebola Crisis Deepens as WHO Says Outbreak Remains in Expansion Phase The Democratic Republic of Congo's Ebola outbreak remains in an expansion phase, with WHO warning of continued transmission and healthcare systems under strain despite response efforts.
AAP · Jul 8 MS patients face losing cheap access to $30,000 drug An overhaul of drug pricing in the US is partly to blame for two companies threatening to pull their products from Australia's Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme.
International Business Times UK · Jul 8 Bryan Johnson Claims Alleged Disease Is Causing His 'Stomach to Eat Itself' After Anti-Ageing Blood Experiment Bryan Johnson reveals an autoimmune gastritis diagnosis after years of health monitoring, saying the disease left his 'stomach eating itself'
Fit & Well · Jul 8 An osteoporosis specialist says you don’t need a gym to keep your bones strong—just these 10 simple exercises you can do at home Strengthen your bones and reduce risk of osteoporosis at home
Fit & Well · Jul 8 A trainer says these five resistance band exercises hit the areas that your standard leg workout usually misses Take leg day to the next level
Medical Daily · Jul 8 Washington, D.C., Was Just Hit with a Purple Air Quality Alert, the Second-Highest Level on the Air Quality Index Washington D.C. hit Purple AQI — "Very Unhealthy" — after July 4 fireworks and heat. EPA says ALL adults should reduce outdoor activity. Here's the health risk and what to do.
Medical Daily · Jul 8 Zapp's and Dirty Brand Chips Just Received the FDA's Highest Possible Recall Level Over Possible Salmonella Contamination FDA upgraded Zapp's and Dirty chip recall to Class I — its highest risk level — over possible Salmonella in dry milk seasoning. 650,000+ bags affected nationwide. Here's what to check.
Medical Daily · Jul 8 Thousands of Medicare Seniors Lost Prescription Drug Coverage Over Small Unpaid Premiums Medicare Part D seniors are losing drug coverage over unpaid premiums as small as $8 after mid-year increases. Here's how to get reinstated and what rights you have now.
Medical Daily · Jul 8 Publix Recalls GreenWise Organic Frozen Blueberries in 8 States: Check Whether Your Bag Is Affected Publix recalled GreenWise Organic Frozen Blueberries (lot 60401, best-by Feb. 9, 2028) in 8 states over E. coli O145. 12 ill, 4 hospitalized. Check your freezer now.
Medical Daily · Jul 8 Michigan's Cyclospora Parasite Outbreak Has Exploded to 681 Cases in One Week as Health Officials Urge Precautions Michigan Cyclospora cases hit 681 as of July 6, 2026 — 13x normal. 8 SE counties affected. MDHHS issued produce safety guidance. Here's what to know and do now.
Medical Daily · Jul 8 Smartwatches Track Health Around the Clock, but Doctors Say Constant Monitoring May Increase Anxiety Over Normal Body Changes Smartwatches can help detect health issues, but doctors warn constant monitoring may increase anxiety over normal body changes and wellness data.