WellnessEven Occasional Cannabis Use Linked to Higher Stroke Risk, Study Finds
Even occasional cannabis use is linked to a higher risk of stroke and cardiovascular disease, according to a study of nearly 443,000 US adults.
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WellnessCDC: Drug-Resistant Germs Cause 9.7 Million US Infections a Year
The CDC's 2026 Antimicrobial Resistance Threats Report estimates 9.7 million drug-resistant infections and 50,800 deaths a year in the US, naming four germs as urgent threats.
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WellnessMost People Carry High Genetic Risk for Three Diseases — and That Is Normal
Most people, it turns out, carry a high genetic risk for about three common diseases — even if they never develop any of them. That is the striking finding of a new study of nearly one million genomes, led by the University of Exeter and published in Genome Medicine, which describes the “average” human genome
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WellnessWHO: Inequality Is a Major Factor in the Impact of Noncommunicable Diseases
Inequality is a major factor shaping who falls ill and who gets care from noncommunicable diseases, the World Health Organization says in a new global report published on October 20, 2026. The WHO NCD inequality report — the most comprehensive global assessment of country-level inequalities in these diseases to date — finds that where people live, their income, gender and education determine their chances against conditions such as heart disease, cancer, diabetes and chronic respiratory disease.
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WellnessFree Weekly Groceries Cut Blood Pressure and Weight Over Years, Study Finds
A long-term "Food Is Medicine" program that gave people free weekly plant-based grocery boxes lowered blood pressure and body weight over nearly three years, according to a new study published in the October issue of the journal Preventing Chronic Disease.
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WellnessChronic Insomnia Linked to 26% Higher Stroke Risk, Major Review Finds
People who live with chronic insomnia face a 26 percent higher risk of stroke and are 28 percent more likely to be hospitalized, according to a large new international review of more than 1.3 million people — a finding that puts restless nights firmly on the health agenda.
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WellnessThe Complete Guide to Better Wellbeing: Sleep, Movement, Nutrition and Mind
The complete guide to better wellbeing: practical, science-backed habits for sleep, movement, nutrition, mindfulness and connection.
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WellnessTrump Offers to Help Russia as Siberian Plague Lab Death Sparks US Concern
A 28-year-old technician at a Siberian plague research institute has died, prompting quarantine measures. Trump offered US help while the WHO says the risk to the public is low.
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WellnessWorkouts at Work May Wreck Your Sleep, but Exercise for Fun Protects It
Not all movement is equal when it comes to a good night's rest. A new analysis of nationally representative data from more than 11,000 US adults suggests that the context of exercise matters enormously for exercise and sleep: physical activity performed as part of work was consistently linked to wor
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WellnessNCDs Now Cause Three-Quarters of Global Deaths as Life Expectancy Nears Pre-Pandemic Level, WHO Says
WHO's Global Health Estimates show life expectancy at 73.3 years in 2023 while noncommunicable diseases now account for 74 per cent of global deaths.
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WellnessExploring the Latest Wellness Trends Among Youth in 2026
Introduction The world of wellness is constantly evolving, and the latest trends among youth in 2026 are no exception. As young people become more health-conscious and aware of the importance of self-care, they are seeking out new and innovative ways to prioritize their well-being. Key Takeaways Mental health awareness is on the rise among young
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