Alternative Medicine

Dr. Oz bats back Democratic attempts to paint him as a 'snake oil' salesman in Senate hearing

Dr. Mehmet Oz, President Donald Trump's pick to lead the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid, was slammed for promoting "snake oil remedies'" during a confirmation hearing Friday.

Opinion February 22

I'm dying of a fatal disease. Bureaucrats shouldn’t decide how doctors can try to save me

At 23, I'm fighting a fatal disease that took the life of my brother. I work in biotech and know there are medical advances that might help. Government needs to let us try.

Veterans August 26

Veterans with PTSD get 'significant' benefits from service dogs, first NIH-funded study finds

The first NIH-funded clinical trial on service dogs and their impact on PTSD in military veterans found strong results. The lead study author and a Marine veteran discussed it.

Politics August 14

Biden-Harris administration using taxpayer money to mask Medicare premium hikes before election: critics

The Biden-Harris administration is using taxpayer funds to mask Medicare premium hikes, subsidizing costs significantly despite increasing debt, critics say.

HEALTH August 10

FDA rejects MDMA as psychedelic-based treatment for mental health, PTSD

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced Friday its rejection of MDMA as a treatment for PTSD. Veterans have long advocated for its approval.

Women's Health August 4

Some pregnant women use castor oil to speed up labor, but experts say it's not for everyone

Women's health experts weighed in on the use of castor oil for inducing pregnancy after the method goes viral on TikTok, pointing out potential safety concerns.

POLITICS June 3

Pentagon's 'barbaric' drug testing on beagles raises hackles of pet-loving politicians

The White Coat Waste Project uncovered a Defense Department project that is spending nearly $1 million on experimental drug testing of a human pharmaceutical on canines, to Congress' dismay

HEALTH May 16

Chicago nurse is finally free of COVID-19-related PTSD and depression after electrical brain tapping therapy

A Chicago nurse closed out her 40-year career after the coronavirus pandemic left her with PTSD and depression. She revealed how an electrical brain-tapping therapy called deep TMS saved her life.

HEALTH May 9

Orangutan in Indonesian rainforest treats own facial wound, say researchers: ‘Appeared intentional’

An orangutan in Indonesia that sustained a facial wound treated it himself, according to a study published in the journal Scientific Reports this month. Researchers and a veterinarian weighed in.

HEALTH May 9

As Ozzy Osbourne announces stem cell therapy, experts urge caution, highlight risks

As rock legend Ozzy Osbourne has turned to stem cell therapy, some experts caution that the treatment is not for everyone. A doctor weighed in on the potential risks.

HEALTH March 26, 2024

Cold therapy techniques come under hot scrutiny by researchers: 'Overall benefits remain uncertain'

Cold therapy has been a hot health trend in recent years, but a new review suggests it might not live up to the hype. Researchers and experts share insights.

Health January 12, 2024

Colorado doctor prescribes ping pong treatment for neurodegenerative disorders: 'Doing something good'

Dr. Antonio Barbera, a former doctor who is now living with multiple sclerosis, is founder and CEO of Table Tennis Connections in Fort Collins, Colorado, which launched its NeuroPong program in 2021.

HEALTH December 4, 2023

10 functional health predictions for 2024, according to a doctor and a wellness expert

Shilpa P. Saxena, MD, chief medical officer of Forum Health in Tampa, Florida, shares the 10 functional health trends that she foresees for 2024. Georgia biohacker Melanie Avalon also weighs in.

United Kingdom November 30, 2023

California-based alternative healer charged over death of woman at UK 'slapping therapy' workshop

An alternative healer who advocates a technique known as “slapping therapy" has been charged over the death of a woman at one of his workshops in England.

HEALTH November 27, 2023

10 natural treatments that doctors recommend for the cold and flu

Fox News Digital spoke to several doctors to see what they advise people to do when they come down with cold or flu symptoms. Here are 10 tips to consider.

LIFESTYLE September 23, 2023

What is ayahuasca? Pastor of ayahuasca-based church reveals the history and truth behind the drug

Ayahuasca is an Amazonian plant medicine that has a unique effect that some people call spiritual. Pastor Derek Januszewski of Pachamama Sanctuary in Maine shared more detail.

HEALTH August 30, 2023

‘Laughter therapy’ is shown to reduce heart disease risk in Brazilian study: 'Exciting to see'

A Brazilian study has shown that "laughter therapy" expands heart tissue and promotes the flow of oxygen, thus reducing the risk of cardiac events in patients with coronary artery disease.

World August 16, 2023

WHO promotes homeopathy as ‘integral resource’ in medicine

The World Health Organization endorsed the use of homeopathic treatments on Saturday, also including options such as acupuncture, ayurveda, herbal medicine, naturopathy and more.

Allergy May 21, 2023

Foods that may help calm seasonal allergies, according to health experts

Seasonal allergies can put a damper on your favorite times of the year, but experts say certain foods and herbs might help combat uncomfortable side effects to the new season.

HEALTH March 28, 2023

Life-changing cold therapy helps Pennsylvania mom with awful back pain: 'Could pick up my daughter' again

Dannie DeNovo, a 44-year-old mother from Pennsylvania, was living in excruciating pain from a ruptured disc — until she discovered the benefits of ice baths.

Health February 5, 2023

Potential fentanyl vaccine, test kits a 'great breakthrough' to combat synthetic opioid deaths

Certified physician Dr. Frita Fisher discusses the recent advancement made by researchers in their development of a potential fentanyl vaccine.

Africa November 1, 2022

Nigeria's deforestation threatens traditional medicine

Over the past 10 years Nigeria's traditional medicinal plants have become much harder to find as a result of deforestation, climate change, and overharvesting, researchers say.

HEALTH August 26, 2022

Herbal supplements and their side effects: Here's how to stay safe

The recent death of the wife of a GOP lawmaker from California highlights the great care that should be taken with the use of herbal supplements, according to doctors and nutritionists.

LIFESTYLE August 22, 2022

New study suggests brain-zapping cap improves short-term memory loss in older adults

A new study says that a cap filled with electrical currents can improve short-term memory loss for older adults when zapped into their brains.

Alternative Medicine August 10, 2022

Study finds exposure to 'forever' chemicals in household products leads to liver cancer

A new study published by the Keck School of Medicine found a correlation between regular exposure to "forever" chemicals and liver cancer.

INFECTIOUS DISEASE August 9, 2022

13-year-old child with rare brain-eating amoeba opens his eyes: 'We remain hopeful'

The family of Caleb Ziegelbauer, 13, announced he opened his eyes recently as he continues to fight a rare and deadly brain-eating amoeba.

Alternative Medicine July 20, 2022

Dr. David Katz: Coronavirus vaccine or herd immunity are only ways life can fully return to normal

Dr. David Katz, the founding director of the Yale-Griffin Prevention Research Center in Connecticut, has warned that while social distancing is helping to mitigate the spread of the coronavirus, it is also preventing the development of the "herd immunity" needed by the public to resume their normal lives before a vaccine is developed.

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