Health

A GoFundMe for 78-year-old DoorDash driver Richard Pulley has raised more than $884,000 after a viral video; donors praised the community's support.

Casey Means, President Trump's nominee for surgeon general, clarified in written responses that she believes people should get the measles vaccine; the CDC reported 1,362 cases across 31 states as of March 12, 2026.

A board-certified neurologist explains that regular moderate-intensity swimming can improve sleep for people aged 65 and over by increasing sleep drive, easing pain, supporting mood, and offering social interaction; the article cites a practical target of about 20–40 minutes of pool time three times a week, earlier in the day.

About 9.9% of U.S. adults reported smoking cigarettes in 2024, down from 10.8% in 2023, according to an analysis of National Health Interview Survey data published in NEJM Evidence.

Officials say a 10-year-old was detained after a 7-year-old student was injured at Benjamin Bubb Elementary; the victim is reported to be recovering.

A Johns Hopkins study found a single high dose of psilocybin combined with cognitive behavioral therapy led to higher six-month quit rates than nicotine patches in a small trial; researchers plan a larger study to test the approach further.

A sandstorm swept across Gaza on Saturday, striking tents and makeshift shelters and creating a dusty haze over Gaza City and Khan Younis. The United Nations says millions remain displaced and about 80 percent of buildings were damaged or destroyed.

The Lebanese health ministry said Israeli airstrikes since March 2 have killed at least 31 health professionals and wounded 51, and a strike on a southern health center reportedly killed 12 with four people missing; the World Health Organization criticized attacks on health workers.

The article reports that the United States spends more per capita on health care than peer nations, while Canada and the U.K. show lower per-capita spending alongside reported wait-time challenges.

Sleep specialists said they avoid lingering in bed or sleeping in and instead prioritize morning light exposure and activity to support the body's circadian rhythm.

Board-certified dermatologist Dr. Vivian Bucay highlights retinoids for their ability to increase collagen, and the article mentions a CeraVe drugstore serum that combines encapsulated retinol with ceramides, hyaluronic acid and niacinamide.

Black rice contains more fiber and antioxidant pigments than white rice and is reported to take about 30 minutes to simmer plus a 10-minute steam before serving.

Colorectal cancer rates are rising among adults under 50 and more than 90% of Americans fall short of the recommended 25–34 grams of daily fiber; Dr. Bea Bakshi highlights simple additions—seeds, nuts, legumes, whole grains, high-fiber fruits and smoothies—to help raise fiber intake.

The one-hour sleep rule — going to bed and waking within the same one-hour window each day — is part of a 7:1 approach the author tested and says helped them fall asleep within minutes and stop waking at 3 a.m. Research cited links regular sleep timing with lower rates of depression and anxiety and with longer life expectancy.

Experts identify seven common sleep hygiene errors — such as late alcohol, heavy evening meals, clock-watching and insufficient daytime light — that are linked to middle-of-the-night awakenings and longer-term insomnia.

Experts describe a 'brain bedroom' as a calm, clutter‑free sleep space that uses warm lighting, natural materials and airflow; a sleep researcher says these cues can lower arousal and support sleep.

Los Angeles County issued ocean water use warnings after lab tests found bacteria levels above state standards at multiple beaches from Malibu to Marina del Rey; two previously affected sites were later cleared after follow-up testing.

Dr. Jon Marashi says mouth taping can encourage nasal breathing and help reduce mouth dryness, but he views it as a temporary aid rather than a cure.

A JAMA study followed 2,766 U.S. women aged 65–79 for up to 25 years and found higher baseline blood levels of p-tau217 were linked with later mild cognitive impairment or dementia.

A Samsung survey released for World Sleep Day reports that about 80% of sleep apnea cases go undiagnosed and that roughly 23% of surveyed users are at risk; the study and clinicians say sleep tracker metrics such as snore detection, nighttime awakenings, and reduced REM and deep sleep can signal possible signs.

Emma Heming announced the Emma & Bruce Willis Fund for Dementia Research and Caregiver Support while accepting an award; Bruce Willis was diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia in 2023.

Hatch's State of Sleep report analyzed millions of anonymized Restore smart clock patterns and found that wake times are often consistent while bedtimes are not; over 30% of users lack a regular bedtime and nearly half shift bedtimes by two or more hours in a week. The report notes simple wind-down routines, like dimming lights or putting the phone down, can signal the brain it's time to sleep.

The CDC reported 1,362 confirmed measles cases in the United States and a Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report described New Mexico’s 99-case outbreak last year, noting a 55% increase in MMR doses administered during the response.

Research highlighted by clinicians indicates deep (slow-wave) sleep helps clear harmful proteins from the brain, and experts say adults should aim for about one to two hours of deep sleep within seven to nine hours of total sleep.

A phase 2 European trial reported that sulthiame reduced nighttime breathing interruptions and improved overnight oxygen in adults with moderate to severe obstructive sleep apnea.

Governor Mikie Sherrill proposed that large employers either provide insurance to workers on Medicaid or pay up to $725 per Medicaid-enrolled employee, and the administration estimates the change would raise about $145 million a year.

Ernie Anastos, an Emmy-winning New York television anchor, died at 82 from pneumonia, his wife Kelly Anastos confirmed; colleagues and former employers issued tributes to his decades-long career.

A survey of 2,000 U.S. adults conducted for Mattress Firm found 76% are strict about their sleeping practices and 79% of those say they sleep better when they follow a regular bedtime routine.

A new study finds rising maternal deaths among white women with no higher education are a major driver of a narrowing racial gap, while maternal deaths declined for college‑educated Black women; the analysis used national data from 2000–2019.

NIH-funded researchers developed machine-learning models that predict patients at risk of intimate partner violence; the multimodal model showed about 88% accuracy and detected risk on average more than three years earlier. The team plans to embed the decision-support tool into electronic health records for real-time risk evaluations.