Health

UNFPA reports an increase in child marriages in Gaza linked to displacement, poverty and the collapse of social and protection services; the agency also noted almost 10% of newly registered pregnancies in December 2025 were among adolescents.

Anita LeBrun testified March 17 before a Minnesota House committee in support of a bill that would allow group homes to serve alcohol at approved events, and a clip of her remarks has drawn widespread attention online.

Anita LeBrun testified March 17 before a Minnesota House committee in support of a bill that would allow group homes to serve alcoholic drinks during activities with state approval, and a video of her remarks has drawn wide attention online.

Sophie Richards says doctors dismissed her severe menstrual symptoms for years; after an endometriosis diagnosis and further study she now promotes an anti-inflammatory approach and shares resources for menstrual health.

A doctor identified a 'higher-stimulus' evening environment—bright lights, screens and scrolling—as suppressing melatonin and keeping sleep light, and the article reports that shifting to lower-stimulus evening cues improved the author's sleep and morning energy.

A father in Iceland says a court awarded custody of his 11-year-old autistic child to the mother after he opposed the child's sex transition; the case has drawn public attention, including comments shared on social media by Elon Musk.

WHO confirmed a strike on Al Deain Teaching Hospital in East Darfur that left the facility non-functional, and said it is supporting local health partners to fill urgent gaps.

A Minnesota bill would let nursing homes and assisted living facilities serve alcohol at communal events without a liquor license, and the proposal has advanced to the full House after testimony from residents and facility leaders.

The United States placed 23rd in the 2026 World Happiness Report, which ranked 147 countries using Gallup’s Cantril Ladder; experts cited stress, economic strain, and weaker social support as possible contributors.

Nicholas Brendon, known for playing Xander Harris on Buffy the Vampire Slayer, died peacefully in his sleep at 54, his family said.

Six years after the first U.S. COVID lockdown, a federal judge blocked parts of HHS vaccine policy changes, paused new ACIP appointments, and ruled some earlier ACIP votes invalid.

Researchers at Jackson Laboratory and Yale are developing CAR T-cell and other gene therapies being tested for cancer and explored for age-related uses, while Connecticut lawmakers are considering a bill to create an advisory council to advise state agencies on expanding access.

After years of recurrent urinary-tract diagnoses and repeated antibiotic courses, a hysterectomy found stage-three endometriosis and led to notable symptom improvement.

A Brisbane consultant told Newsweek she stopped eating refined sugar six years ago and reported clearer skin, weight loss and more-defined facial features; her March 12 post has received more than 317,000 likes.

Kiersten Peterson says her daughter Aspen developed flu-like symptoms in 2023, was diagnosed with stage 4 rhabdomyosarcoma after imaging, underwent treatment including a period of remission and relapse, and died on March 3, 2026.

The author reports that using the 4-7-8 breathing technique helped them fall asleep during bouts of nighttime anxiety; experts say the method activates the parasympathetic relaxation response and note that routines, cooler bedrooms and limiting caffeine are among other supportive measures.

A veterinarian says many online homemade pet food recipes lack proper nutrient balance; the most common problems are incorrect calorie amounts, macronutrient imbalance, and missing vitamins and minerals.

Alberta announced it will close the supervised drug consumption site at the Sheldon M. Chumir Centre in Calgary and a mobile overdose prevention service in Lethbridge, with both slated to shut on June 30 and funding redirected to withdrawal beds and other supports.

The article reports that intense late workouts can raise core temperature and stress hormones and delay sleep, and that switching to lower-intensity evening sessions with longer cooldowns was linked to improved sleep and steadier energy.

A 9-year-old girl in Stephenville, Texas, died after taking part in the viral "blackout challenge," and her parents are calling on social media companies to be held accountable.

Police say 31-year-old Alexia Moore took abortion pills and an infant delivered in hospital lived for about an hour; she is jailed on murder and drug charges and a court hearing was scheduled.

Experts say endometriosis typically takes about 10 years to diagnose, and untreated disease can reduce fertility and cause extensive pelvic scarring or adhesions.

Demi Moore posted photos wishing ex-husband Bruce Willis a happy 71st birthday featuring his granddaughter Louetta. His wife Emma Heming marked the day while noting Willis's frontotemporal dementia and the creation of a fund for FTD awareness and research.

Sam Lapp, a PhD candidate at Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, studies how skeletal muscle responds to eating and exercise using mouse models; his work found that blocking insulin-driven protein synthesis did not change muscle size, leading him to focus on contraction and neuromuscular connections.

A Pittsburgh nursing student developed viral myocarditis and cardiogenic shock after the flu and was treated at Allegheny General Hospital with advanced mechanical support; she recovered, returned to work at the hospital, and plans to finish nursing school.

A coroner said it is not possible to conclude Ricky Hatton intended to take his own life and returned a narrative verdict, noting alcohol influence and neuropathological evidence of chronic traumatic encephalopathy.

A bill introduced in January would narrow EPA authority under the Toxic Substances Control Act, and the administration's MAHA report identified phthalates and PFAS as contributors to child health harms.

An article lists six supermarket swaps—such as choosing authentic Greek yogurt, plain oats, and higher‑cocoa dark chocolate—to lower intake of ultra-processed foods, and it cites a study that linked higher UPF consumption with a 67% greater risk of heart attack and stroke.

A university freshman developed meningitis after attending a college party; his mother recognized symptoms, took him to hospital, and he later recovered following intensive care. The case has been cited amid calls for greater awareness of the meningitis B vaccine.

Vitamin D supports bone, muscle and mood during perimenopause and menopause, and sunlight can help rebuild stores in spring; the article notes many women still have low levels after winter and may rely on supplements because indoor time, clothing and glass reduce UVB exposure.