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09/26/2025

The widespread belief that you should drink eight, 8-ounce glasses of water a day for good health is a myth. In fact, drinking too much water can be dangerous.

We often hear about the importance of drinking plenty of water. But did you know that drinking too much water can be bad for your health?

09/26/2025

Recently, the FDA stated that the use of acetaminophen (Tylenol) by pregnant women may be associated with an increased risk of neurological conditions such as autism and ADHD in children. What evidence is that based on - and what do physicians recommend? Here’s what soon-to-be moms should know.

09/26/2025

In late 2024, the FDA approved a new blood test to detect colorectal cancer. How effective is it? UH Seidman Cancer Center’s Dr. Gregory Cooper explains.

A new blood test should make screening easier for people who are reluctant to have a colonoscopy or use at-home tests.

09/25/2025

By identifying symptoms early, families can plan for the future, explore treatment options and provide the best quality of life for their loved ones.

Changes in cognitive function are a normal part of aging, but when they start to affect daily activities, it may be a sign of a more serious impairment.

09/25/2025

A new tool to fight cancers of the head, neck and cervix could come from an unexpected source: a commonly prescribed cholesterol medication.

Researchers are exploring whether a common cholesterol medication, fenofibrate, can help fight cancers caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV).

09/24/2025

A normal blood pressure for most adults is defined as 120/80 or lower. But what do those numbers actually mean? Here's a guide.

High blood pressure affects nearly half of adults. Learn more about the many medications and how they work in the body.

09/24/2025

A recent study found that people who received a shingles vaccine were 20% less likely to develop dementia and Alzheimer’s disease over the next seven years. Here’s what to know.

A recent study found that adults who receive the shingles vaccine may be less likely to develop dementia and Alzheimer’s disease.

09/23/2025

True or false: Pasta is healthier for you when cold? Find out below.

What if you could transform pasta into a healthier, higher fiber food? You can – just put it in the refrigerator for 24 hours.

09/23/2025

Midlife can bring unexpected s*xual benefits – from reduced stress around intimacy to increased confidence. While some changes that come with aging can put a damper on s*x, a variety of treatment options exist.

Midlife and beyond can feel like a time of renewed s*xual freedom. It’s a time of empowerment that brings greater confidence and self-awareness.

09/22/2025

Prostate cancer can impact s*xual function in numerous ways. However, nearly all men who go through treatment are able to return to a healthy s*x life. Here’s what to know.

Despite the challenges of prostate cancer, many men who go through treatment are able to return to a healthy s*x life.

09/22/2025

People often confuse heart attack and cardiac arrest, or think they are the same thing. An interventional cardiologist explains the important differences.

People often confuse heart attack and cardiac arrest. In short, heart attack is a plumbing issue. Sudden cardiac arrest is an electrical issue.

09/19/2025

Syphilis cases – including among newborns – are on the rise. More than 3,700 cases of congenital syphilis were documented in 2022, about 10 times as many cases compared to 2012.

New cases have increased about 80 percent since 2018, a level not seen in the United States since 1950.