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Novartis reported final two‑year Phase III APPLAUSE‑IgAN results showing Fabhalta produced a statistically significant improvement in eGFR slope versus placebo. The findings were published in the New England Journal of Medicine and presented at the 2026 World Congress of Nephrology.

A study of 96,408 UK Biobank participants who wore activity trackers for a week found that short bursts of vigorous activity were associated with lower risks of type 2 diabetes and dementia over seven years.

A 19ft by 7ft inflatable model of the bowel will be on Market Hill in Luton from Tuesday to Thursday so people can walk inside and learn about bowel cancer symptoms; Bowel Cancer UK says the exhibit is intended to break down barriers and start conversations.

Olivia Munn, three years after a breast cancer diagnosis and double mastectomy, says ongoing medication can be "exhausting" and that she feels "lucky" to be alive.

A subgroup analysis from the Phase 3 VESALIUS-CV trial reported that adding Repatha to optimized LDL‑lowering therapy reduced first major adverse cardiovascular events by 31% in high-risk primary prevention patients with diabetes; median follow-up was 4.8 years.

The Together-PsA Phase 3b trial reported that concomitant Taltz and Zepbound met the primary endpoint and all key secondary endpoints at 36 weeks, showing statistically significant superiority to Taltz alone; greater reductions in psoriatic arthritis activity were seen as early as Week 4, before clinically meaningful weight loss.

Takeda presented Phase 3 data at the 2026 AAD meeting showing once-daily oral TAK-279 (zasocitinib) produced rapid, durable skin clearance in adults with moderate-to-severe plaque psoriasis, with about 69–71% achieving sPGA 0/1 at week 16 and responses increasing through week 24.

A 19-year Swedish study of 20,811 adults found that more mentally passive sitting (for example, watching TV) was linked with a higher future dementia risk, and researchers estimated that replacing passive sitting with mentally active sedentary activities or adding physical activity was associated with lower modeled risk.

A 46-year-old father says he was diagnosed with Parkinson's at 45 and describes slow symptom progression, fragmented care, and how keeping the diagnosis private increased isolation.

Kaedi Cecala, diagnosed with myelodysplastic syndrome, received a matched stem cell donation from a donor in Europe who later attended her wedding; she is now reported to be in remission and is leading a fundraising campaign for blood cancer research.

Dr. Majid Fotuhi says neuroplasticity lets the brain adapt and he recommends about 20 to 30 minutes of daily brain exercise.

Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is rising and has no specific drug treatment; experts say care focuses on diet, exercise and managing underlying risks. The article reports that milk thistle (Silybum marianum) contains silymarin, an antioxidant and anti-inflammatory compound described as a natural support for liver health.

A 17-year-old who died in a 2016 car crash donated organs that helped four people, and her mother is urging others to make their wishes known as officials note the transplant waiting list remains high.

A sleep coach who used to have insomnia describes five nightly habits—early dinner, a warm bath, limiting phone use, a short bedtime routine, and consistent sleep timing—and a morning routine of water and daylight that she says improved her deep sleep and morning energy.

MoonLake presented Week 40 data from its Phase 3 VELA-1 and VELA-2 trials of sonelokimab in adults with moderate-to-severe hidradenitis suppurativa, reporting 62% HiSCR75 and up to 32% HiSCR100 responses (as observed). The company reported improved patient-reported outcomes and a safety profile consistent with prior data, with no new safety signals detected.

Explains recommended protein needs for women and lists 17 practical ways to increase daily protein intake.

GLP-1 pills are an oral alternative to injections that can help regulate appetite and support weight loss, but results differ among people and not everyone is an appropriate candidate.

A large U.S. trial in 2025 found that combining exercise, diet, social activity and stress reduction improved cognitive scores in older adults; other research links physical activity, sleep quality, social connection, the MIND diet and new learning to better brain health.

Raw milk has grown in popularity while health authorities and recent E. coli reports have highlighted safety risks and questioned claimed benefits.

The FDA has issued a Class I recall for Christopher Ranch peeled garlic sold at Tops stores in New York, Vermont and Pennsylvania due to a potential botulism risk; affected 6-ounce packages and all best-by dates are included.

David Lyon, a 26-year-old hockey player, was diagnosed in 2021 with stage IV colorectal cancer that had spread to his liver; he later received a liver transplant in 2024 and is currently reported as cancer-free.

Pope Leo made a day trip to Monaco, urged residents to share their prosperity with those in need, and met Prince Albert during the visit.

A writer tried the viral “Dutch method” of sleeping with curtains open and reported waking more refreshed after several days; a sleep expert said morning light can reduce grogginess by shifting sleep stages and anchoring the circadian rhythm.

Sleep expert Sam Sadighi describes 'temperature pre-loading' as taking a warm shower about 90 minutes before bed to trigger a drop in core body temperature, which the article reports can signal the body to wind down and support faster, deeper sleep.

Reports say at least 1.2 million people have been displaced after mass evacuation orders, and Lebanon's Ministry of Public Health reports 1,094 dead and 3,119 wounded in just over three weeks.

On March 13, the American College of Cardiology and American Heart Association released updated 2026 cholesterol guidelines that expand risk assessment to adults starting in their 30s and restore specific LDL targets while recommending one-time Lp(a) testing.

A Department for Education report recommends limiting screen time to one hour per day for children under five and advises avoiding screens for under-twos except for shared, interactive use.

Federal rules will require some Medicaid expansion enrollees to document work, school, or community service starting next year, and officials have not yet defined which medical conditions qualify for an exemption; advocates warn this gap could affect many people living with HIV.

Teddi Mellencamp says she is doing well while receiving regular immunotherapy and reports that doctors have told her there is "no trace of cancer" despite being classified as stage 4.

The CDC reports flu cases are declining across most of the U.S., with week-to-week hospital admissions falling and low influenza A signals in wastewater; RSV and COVID-19 remain present but at lower levels overall.