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'Some think endometriosis is just a bad period, but it's so much worse'
Women with endometriosis are suffering financially as well as physically, a new report by MPs warns.
Rising cancer rates in the spotlight across Iowa midterm races as voters focus on water
Roughly two in five Iowans will be diagnosed with cancer in their lifetimes. It's a big concern for many voters, and now, it's at the center of debates ahead of the midterms. NBC News' Julie Tsirkin reports.
Warning to women amid shortages of some HRT products
Two brands of HRT patches, including Estradot transdermal and FemSeven Conti patches, have been affected, the Department of Health has said.
Pope Leo recovers after lung surgery
There are new details about Pope Leo’s recovery following his lung cancer diagnosis. Doctors say he is progressing as expected. NBC News’ Anne Thompson reports from Rome.
Fewer than 800 Scots have received jabs for weight loss on NHS, BBC finds
Only five of Scotland's 14 health boards currently offer the treatment specifically for weight loss, it has emerged.
My contraceptive coil saved my life after it revealed I had cancer
Caroline Bailey was diagnosed after suffering with "a stabbing pain in the middle of my abdomen".
A comprehensive marathon gear checklist, made by pro-runners for beginners
I asked 7 professional runners about their marathon essentials for training, racing and recovery. This is the gear they can’t live without, and tips for beginners.
Get the 41+ best Advent calendars of the year before they sell out
Popular Advent calendars sell out before December, so get yours now. Shop the best ones from Bonne Maman, Anthropologie, Squishmallows and more.
Medicare Advantage plans are shutting down, leaving millions without coverage
Medicare open enrollment starts Thursday, Oct. 15. And for several million seniors across the country it will be especially important. That's because some insurers are shutting their Medicare Advantage plans, especially in rural areas.
Trump’s 19-year-old granddaughter pictured in hospital after medical procedure
Kai Trump shared a hospital bed selfie after wrist surgery to repair a golf injury sustained during her first University of Miami tournament.
Pianist, 100, Who Practices Daily, Reveals Her 4 Tips for a Long Life
Gloria has always loved piano and she still plays it today. Her long life, however, she attributes to more than music. Discover her tips for living a long life.
Megan Thee Stallion Says This Glute Workout Keeps Her ‘Sitting Like a Shelf’
Megan Thee Stallion revealed her favorite glute workout in a recent interview. She calls it a traditional move, but it’s an effective one that isolates the muscle.
10 health conditions may be linked to Alzheimer's years before diagnosis
Depression, vertigo, headaches and stroke were among conditions linked to early-onset Alzheimer's disease years before diagnosis, a Finnish study suggests.
Pope Leo is eating, celebrating Mass and walking after cancer surgery, but trip is in question
The Vatican says Pope Leo XIV has celebrated Mass in a special room set up for him at the hospital after cancer surgery
Pope's cancer prognosis may depend on these factors, doctors say
Pope Leo XIV was diagnosed with lung cancer after a surgery that removed a nodular lesion from his right lung, the Vatican said.
Do you actually need pet laundry detergent to clean your dog’s things?
Pet laundry detergents are on the rise, but are they different from regular detergent? Veterinarians explain whether your dog or cat really needs it.
This Crock-Pot slow cooker is on sale for under $40 just in time for soup season
Soup and stew season is here, and the family-size Crock-Pot 7-quart slow cooker is 40% off on Amazon. Here’s why it’s a great time to buy.
Man, 70, died of eye cancer after scan concerns weren't followed up
A coroner warns there's a risk of future deaths due to "substantial delays" in ophthalmology follow-ups.
Pope Leo XIV has lung cancer called adenocarcinoma. Here's what that means
Pope Leo XIV had the lower section of his right lung removed as doctors diagnosed him with the most common form of lung cancer
Why children's hospices are paying to throw away your donations
Acorns says it spends about £100,000 a year dealing with donated items that cannot be sold.
Selma Blair's lawyer cites missed medication, head injury after in-flight arrest: What doctors say
Selma Blair's attorney claims she missed doses of a powerful MS medication, triggering severe neurological symptoms before her in-flight arrest.
How technology is changing the detection of breast cancer
Dr. Rachel Brem tells Norah O'Donnell how AI is helping detect breast cancer earlier, and what younger women need to know about starting mammograms.
First minister 'does not accept' there is no more money for Stormont
The Northern Ireland secretary says there is "very little financial accountability or responsibility" across the executive.
These workers help train robots who could one day steal their jobs
Factory workers in India are being asked to wear GoPro cameras to record the way they do their jobs. The ultimate goal is to train robots to take over. Will it work?
VIDEO: The skincare sample is free. What happens next can cost thousands
For years, customers have complained of aggressive sales tactics and charges at mall skincare stores. NPR investigated the business that connects many of them.
What to know about Pope Leo's lung cancer diagnosis
NPR's Steve Inskeep speaks to Dr. Otis Brawley, an oncologist at Johns Hopkins University, about the Pope's lung cancer diagnosis.
Popular erectile dysfunction pill may deliver additional boost to aging men
Tadalafil boosted muscle precursor cell survival in a lab study, but researchers say the active Cialis ingredient also delayed mature muscle development.
Doctors may be getting childhood obesity wrong, new research suggests
A Lancet Commission definition of clinical obesity cuts pediatric rates sharply by requiring evidence of health complications beyond body mass index.
Writer Yiyun Li lost both of her sons. When words fell short, she turned to music
Li won a Pulitzer for her memoir about the suicides of her two sons. In her new novel, Music Against the Night , she writes about two young prodigies in the late 18th and early 19th centuries.
Congo's confirmed Ebola cases exceed 9,000 as containment efforts falter
Congo's Ebola outbreak has surpassed 9,000 confirmed cases, with over 4,300 deaths, according to government figures
Biggest waste of money in your home gym may surprise you, fitness expert says
Fitness coach Jacob Zemer reveals the three home gym essentials — bands, dumbbells and a bench — that let you train every muscle group on a budget.
Rise in accidents involving kids and e-bikes sparks debate about regulation
Emergency room departments are reporting soaring numbers of pediatric trauma accidents associated with micromobility devices. Experts and advocates agree that the federal government needs to step in.
Sauna research gathers steam
Leading researchers in heat exposure are coming together to reach a consensus on what we know — and don't — about the health benefits of sauna and its potential for treating and preventing disease.
Dementia risk more than quadruples among adults with common disorder
Adults with ADHD had more than four times the risk of dementia or mild cognitive impairment, a University of Pittsburgh study of 187,000 people found.
Ryan Seacrest's secrets for staying ripped at 51 without giving up wine, pizza or sweets
From curling heavy rocks on the beach to cinnamon buns at a local bakery, Ryan Seacrest shares the balanced fitness lifestyle behind his physique.
What to know about Pope Leo’s planned lung nodule surgery
Pope Leo XIV is to have an operation to remove a localized lung nodule detected early
Here's what to know if you're unsure about your measles immunity status
Vaccination is the best way to protect yourself against measles. For most adults, one shot of the MMR is considered enough protection. But there are certain situations that call for a second dose.
Mother's 3-day walk with sick child highlights Somalia's child malnutrition emergency
A Somali mother walked for three days carrying her severely malnourished 3-year-old daughter nearly 90 kilometers to a hospital in Kismayo
Knicks' Karl-Anthony Towns opens up about grieving his mother
Towns is still grieving the loss of his mother six years ago to COVID-19.
Mystery surrounds young worker's death at Russia lab studying severe diseases
The World Health Organization says it still doesn't know what caused the death of a young worker at a Russian lab focused on plague and other illnesses
Woman survives two cancers after surprising diagnosis: "I feel so lucky"
Vicky Titcomb didn't think anything was wrong. Then a routine heart scan showed an early sign of a deadly disease.
U.S. measles cases top 4,000, far surpassing 2025 total, CDC says
The record number of measles cases in the U.S. so far this year has topped 4,000, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported Friday.
AI leaders lobby Trump health officials in government-run chat room
A Slack workspace has served as a war room for AI industry insiders and Trump administration officials to launch a rapid campaign aimed at persuading Americans to manage their healthcare and medical records on apps.
Stigma, funding cuts and Iran war put contraception out of reach for Africa’s girls
Zimbabwean teenager Kelly Nhedega once dreamed of finishing school and starting a career before having a family
Fears about kids' online safety unite Democrats and Republicans
Amid a decline in youth mental health, momentum is building for a federal crackdown on social media companies over protections for kids.
Russia open to a Trump-Putin call as questions mount over plague lab death
Russia says it's open to a Trump-Putin phone call as concern and questions mount over a woman's death of "pneumonia of unknown origin."
What younger women need to know about breast cancer
Breast cancer is one of the most common cancers in adolescents and young adults under age 39, and the rate is rising fastest in women under 50.