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Dermatologists say dandruff can come from multiple causes, including an overgrowth of Malassezia yeast, and advise choosing shampoos that target the specific type of dandruff and using them consistently.

Jane Fallon had surgery on March 23 after publicly revealing a recent breast cancer diagnosis; she says the operation went well and she is recovering at home. She is awaiting pathology results in 8–10 days to confirm whether the surgical margins are clear.

A JAMA Network Open study of more than 1 million fathers in Sweden found diagnoses of depression and stress-related disorders fell during pregnancy and the early postpartum months but increased by over 30% toward the end of the child's first year.

A registry study of nearly 100,000 people in Sweden found periods of GLP-1 use were associated with a 42% lower need for psychiatric hospital care or extended sick leave; rates of depression and anxiety were also lower. Researchers say the study shows a strong association but does not prove causation.

A study published in Annals of Neurology found that people with chronic back pain reported stronger unpleasant reactions to certain noxious sounds and showed stronger brain responses, and participants in a trial of pain reprocessing therapy experienced modest reductions in sound unpleasantness alongside improvements in back pain.

Sleep posture experts say side sleeping can reduce pressure on the lower back and promote spinal alignment, and that it may also improve airway flow and reduce nighttime awakenings linked to snoring or sleep apnea.

WHO reports that Eswatini adopted a six-month, all-oral regimen for multidrug-resistant TB in 2023 and recorded an 86% treatment success rate for MDR-TB diagnosed in 2022, while an estimated 54% of people with MDR-TB remained undiagnosed or untreated as of 2024.

The Leona M. and Harry B. Helmsley Charitable Trust has spent more than $850 million on rural health care since 2009 and provided $6 million toward a new cancer center in Miles City, Montana.

An online fundraiser for Boston police officer Nicholas O'Malley has raised about $414,000 while he faces a voluntary manslaughter charge in a March 11 shooting; he has pleaded not guilty.

Pennsylvania State Police say speed was a factor in a crash that killed four Yough High School students, and investigators are seeking information about the hours before the collision.

Medical and behavioral research reports that living with a dog is linked to benefits such as increased daily activity, reduced stress responses, stronger social contact, and routines that support emotional stability.

Researchers report a protein interaction they call a 'death complex' appears at higher levels in an Alzheimer's mouse model, and the experimental compound FP802 blocked that interaction and reduced nerve-cell damage; further drug development and clinical testing are required.

A UnitedHealth/Health Action Council report finds catastrophic medical cases rose nearly 40% from 2020 to 2025 and says employees who engaged with a primary care provider for three years had 27% lower average catastrophic costs.

A survey of 17,494 women across 158 countries found that ten perimenopause symptoms were reported more often than hot flashes, with examples including headaches, sleep problems, skin and hair changes, fatigue and sexual issues; researchers say this gap between expectations and experience can delay recognition and care.

A February 2026 survey of 1,000 U.S. pet owners found 61% say their pet provides a great deal of comfort and 96% said their pet is a key part of mental well-being.

Dogs often show seasonal allergies through skin signs such as itchy paws, ear inflammation or hot spots, and common triggers include pollen, grasses and mold.

Good Morning America weatherman Sam Champion posted a photo from a hospital bed after a heart procedure that followed a recent nuclear stress test; he said he is well and expected to make a full recovery.

A study of more than 1,600 adults in the Framingham Heart Study found higher MIND diet scores were associated with slower grey matter loss and reduced ventricular enlargement on MRI. The research is observational and authors describe these results as an association, not proof of a causal effect.

Pfizer said it will ask the FDA to review a Lyme disease vaccine candidate after a late-stage trial missed its statistical goal because too few participants contracted the disease; the company reported more than a 70% reduction in infections among vaccinated participants and said no safety concerns were observed.

Allergy season has begun for many Americans, driven by tree, grass and weed pollens; experts link longer, more intense seasons to climate change and report that tracking and treatments have improved.

Prices for McDonald's limited‑time Big Arch burger vary by nearly 74% nationwide, with NeoMam data reported by Time Out and The Independent showing a range from $7.46 in Columbia, South Carolina, to $12.99 in Lewiston, Maine.

An NIH-funded INHANCE neuroimaging study reported that BrainHQ exercises increased acetylcholine production in older adults, and sports performance experts are noting possible implications for attention and reaction skills as the Super Bowl approaches.

A study of more than 39,000 low-income adults treated at community health centers found that intermittent loss of insurance was associated with poorer blood sugar control and increased use of insulin and other intensive diabetes medications.

A measles outbreak tied to Ave Maria University has coincided with at least 104 reported cases in Collier County, and public updates from state health officials and the university have been limited.

Generic versions of Novo Nordisk's GLP-1 drug semaglutide launched in India after the company's patent expired, with domestic manufacturers offering prices up to 80% lower; Sun Pharma and Dr. Reddy's were among the early entrants.

The article reports experts identified five common bedroom factors—mattress fit, light, temperature, bed-sharing and pets/noise—that can disrupt sleep, and notes a white noise machine can go a long way; a 2024 Gallup poll found 26% of Americans get at least eight hours nightly.

Going gray is a natural part of aging, and the choice to stop dyeing involves both emotional and practical factors; online groups such as The Gray Book and Silver Revolution have formed to support people considering the change.

High blood pressure and diabetes are leading causes of kidney problems, and some prescription and over-the-counter medicines as well as certain street drugs are reported to harm kidneys.

A BMJ study of 1,647 middle-aged and older adults followed for a median of around 12 years found greater adherence to a Mediterranean diet was associated with a slower decline in total grey matter volume. Researchers cautioned the study does not prove a direct protective effect and did not assess memory or thinking.

A certified trainer says setting aside daily, intentional bonding time is the top way to support a dog’s emotional well‑being, and that such time can lower cortisol and raise oxytocin for both dog and owner.