HEALTH 2 days ago New study reveals extreme weather's impact on seniors' attendance at doctor appointments Seniors are more likely to skip their scheduled medical visits if it’s too hot or too cold, according to a new study. Researchers and doctors discuss what needs to change.
HEALTH 3 days ago After Biden drops out of race, doctors reveal why the decision may have been best for his health After President Joe Biden’s announcement on Sunday that he's dropping out of the 2024 presidential race, doctors weighed in on how this decision may impact Biden's cognitive health from here.
HEALTH 5 days ago Artificial intelligence detects cancer with 25% greater accuracy than doctors in UCLA study A new study from UCLA found that an AI tool identified prostate cancer with 84% accuracy — compared to 67% accuracy for cases detected by physicians. Experts weigh in on the findings.
HEALTH 5 days ago Trump's 'miraculous' survival, the public health impact and cognitive testing top this week's health news This week's top health stories included a doctor's take on Trump's injuries, the potential psychologist impact of the attempted assassination, and concerns about cognitive testing.
HEALTH 6 days ago Joe Biden with COVID at age 81: What to know about the risk the virus poses to older adults In light of Joe Biden's testing positive for COVID-19 this week, Dr. Norman B. Gaylis, a Florida physician and COVID expert, weighed in on the risks the virus poses to older people.
HEALTH July 18 Mayo Clinic finds new type of memory loss that’s often mistaken for Alzheimer’s Scientists at Mayo Clinic say they have identified a new type of memory loss that is very similar to Alzheimer’s disease, but doesn’t progress as quickly and has a “better prognosis."
HEALTH July 18 Most US adults worry about future of Medicare, Social Security, Gallup poll finds: ‘Magnitude of concern’ Adults in the U.S. are more worried than ever about whether Medicare and Social Security benefits will be available when they need them, according to a Gallup poll released last month.
HEALTH July 18 Ask a doctor: ‘Is it safe to swim underwater with my eyes open?’ It may be tempting to open your eyes underwater, but prolonged exposure could put your vision at risk. An ophthalmologist revealed what happens when people take a peek while swimming.
HEALTH July 16 Personalized meal delivery could be key to ‘substantial savings’ in health care costs, study suggests Meal delivery could be the key to cutting health care costs, nutritional researchers claim. Nutrition experts speak about the importance of "medically tailored meals" for patients.
HEALTH July 16 Amid concerns about Biden’s mental acuity, experts reveal how cognitive tests work and what they reveal On the heels of President Joe Biden's lackluster debate, Fox News Digital spoke with leading neurologists to determine how cognitive tests work, as well as what they can and can’t identify.