New research suggests that common ADHD medications are linked to small increases in measures of cardiovascular health like blood pressure and pulse. Researchers and experts say the benefits of ADHD medications outweigh the potential risks, and monitoring patients can help minimize risks. Researchers and clinicians await more rigorous data on the long-term effects of ADHD…

Taking probiotics may reduce negative mood, according to a new clinical trial. The study adds more evidence to the gut-brain connection’s role in regulating emotion. Experts caution that probiotics are not a substitute for psychiatric medication and therapy. Probiotics reduced negative mood in a new clinical trial, adding to mounting evidence that the gut-brain connection…

HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. called for a ban on fluoridated water in U.S. communities. Emerging evidence shows potential health harms and neurotoxic effects in young children, but experts caution these studies are limited and the findings should be interpreted with caution. Experts have called for more robust studies on the health effects of…

A new study suggests that CT scans may slightly increase the lifetime risk of developing cancer. The researchers say the cumulative effects of ionizing radiation over time should not be ignored. Other experts say the risk of cancer from CT scans is minimal, and these imaging exams are an important diagnostic tool for various cancers….

A new study found that adding a second drug early after a heart attack may save lives. Those who added ezetimibe to a statin had fewer complications and deaths. The authors say that early combination therapy should become the standard of care. Experts say addressing underlying inflammation can also help control cholesterol. New research from…

Vegans who meet their daily protein requirements may still fall short on certain essential amino acids, according to new research. The study highlights that protein quality, not just quantity, plays a critical role in meeting nutritional needs. Unlike animal-based proteins, many plant-based proteins are less digestible and may have lower concentrations of one or more…

The CDC is considering changes to its recommendations on vaccines for COVID-19, RSV, HPV, and other infectious diseases. Experts say some changes may be warranted, but note that robust vaccination campaigns are still necessary. Decreasing vaccination rates can reduce herd immunity and impact those with compromised immune systems and other medical conditions. Changes could be…

Real stories of young adults diagnosed with colorectal cancer highlight ongoing concern over increasing cases in adults under 50. Colonoscopies are the most accurate way to detect colorectal cancer, but other screening methods are sometimes used. Experts urge younger adults to get screened for this type of cancer, especially if they have symptoms or a…

Tina Knowles, the mother of Beyoncé and Solange, said she was diagnosed with stage 1A breast cancer after delaying her scheduled mammogram for four years. Knowles is advising women to get regular screenings for the disease so it can be caught in early stages. Experts say treatment is usually less intense and more successful if…

A new report on cancer rates in the U.S. shows a steady decline in disease-related deaths over the past 20 years, but an increase in diagnoses among women. Among women diagnosed with cancer, women in racial minority and ethnic groups face disproportionately higher rates of incidence. Routine screening, access to care, and adhering to a…