Extreme weather events are becoming more frequent, intense, and costly. In 2024 alone, global natural disasters resulted in an estimated $368 billion in economic losses, with 60% of these losses uninsured, highlighting a substantial protection… From floods to fires: Investing in technologies that make communities more resilient

President Trump, joined by National Institutes of Health Director Jay Bhattacharya and Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., talks about an executive order aimed at reducing the cost of prescription drugs. Andrew… Trump aims to lower drug prices with new executive order : Shots

Some people are better able to weather life’s storms than others. While factors like genetics, upbringing and coping skills play a role in stress resilience, scientists are uncovering an unexpected player in this complex equation:… Gut Microbes Influence How You Handle Stress

MCP for DevOps, NetOps, and SecOps: Real-World Use Cases and FutureInsights In the previous post on MCP for DevOps: Architecture and Components, we discussed what MCP is and is not. We dove into a few architectural… MCP for DevOps, NetOps, and SecOps: Real-World Use Cases and Future Insights

When we eat carbohydrates like white rice and pasta, we digest them rapidly, causing surges in blood sugar. But there is a way to slow digestion down. Jacobo Zanella/Moment Open/Getty Images hide caption toggle caption… You can make white rice and pasta more nutritious. Here’s how : NPR

Not getting enough sleep doesn’t just make you tired — it alters your mood, appearance and daily function in ways you might not even connect to lack of rest. Subtle signs like food cravings, low… Subtle Signs You Are Not Getting Enough Sleep

1 What’s fueling the rise in chronic diseases like diabetes and heart disease? Shifts in diet and inactivity Poor diet choices, like processed foods high in sugars and unhealthy fats, combined with sedentary habits, disrupt… Weekly Health Quiz: Aspirin Alternatives, Prebiotics, and Omega-3 Supplements

Speaker of the House Rep. Mike Johnson, R-La., speaks to reporters following a House Republican conference meeting at the U.S. Capitol on May 6. Republicans are facing internal divisions over Medicaid as they work to… GOP fight over Medicaid cuts complicates path for Trump’s ‘big, beautiful bill’ : NPR

After a physical illness, emotional aftershocks are more common than most people realize. Mood swings, irritability and even social withdrawal often surface without warning — and they don’t always go away when the fever breaks… Inflammation Alters Mood and Behavior

Instructions for a Measles vaccination is seen outside of the Lubbock Public Health facility on April 09, 2025 in Lubbock, Texas. Brandon Bell/Getty Images North America hide caption toggle caption Brandon Bell/Getty Images North America… An Insider’s View of the Texas Measles Outbreak : Shots

Global obesity rates are climbing at an alarming rate, with over 1 billion men and 1.11 billion women classified as overweight or obese as of 2021. China, India and the U.S. continue to account for… Global Obesity Rates Are Surging as People Gain Weight Younger and Faster Than in the Past

Liver damage can start even before a baby is born. A 2025 study published in Liver International found that babies exposed to an unhealthy diet during pregnancy already showed signs of liver injury — even… A Western Diet During Pregnancy Increases the Risk of Childhood Liver Damage

Omega-3 fatty acids are a type of fat widely recognized for their health benefits, particularly for the heart.1 Numerous studies suggest they help reduce inflammation, boost brain function and offer protection against cardiovascular problems. However,… The Omega-3 Paradox — How Much Is Too Much?

After writer Mariah Maddox gave birth four years ago, she was surprised by how lonely she felt. She was the first person among her close friends to have a kid, and her friends without children… To maintain your friendships after kids, avoid these 4 mistakes : NPR

Editor’s Note: This article is a reprint. It was originally published March 10, 2024. In this interview, Christy Sutton, D.C., reviews the dangers of excessive iron. While most doctors look for iron deficiency, few ever… The Silent Epidemic of Excess Iron