Scientists identified 5 sleep profiles. A doctor explains what they mean for your health

A study identified five sleep types that could be linked to mental well-being, bedtime habits and brain activity. The ...

California mpox cases raise concerns. But health officials say the risk remains low

Investigators suspect that two Californians diagnosed with mpox may be the first US cases resulting from the local spread of a different version of the virus.
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Sanders and Ocasio-Cortez discuss government shutdown in CNN town hall

The stalemate on Capitol Hill continues as the government shutdown enters its 15th day. Progressive lawmakers Sen. Bernie Sanders and Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez participate in a CNN town hall.

More young people are getting early-onset colorectal cancer. 5 things to know

Cancer rates in young people are growing, and those in the GI tract are rising fastest of all. Here are five things to know about colorectal cancer from an expert.

Respiratory virus season has arrived. What to know about getting this year’s vaccines

It’s that time of year when the leaves are turning golden, there’s a chill in the air and the threat of respiratory viruses ...

Worried about splitting up the MMR vaccine into three separate shots? You should be, this doctor says

While President Donald Trump is pushing to split the MMR vaccine into three shots, experts say there’s no scientific reason ...

Global life expectancy is back to pre-pandemic levels, but deaths among teens and young adults are rising

Humans are living 20 years longer than they were in 1950, according to new research with all 204 countries and territories ...

Training your brain may improve focus and attention

Playing certain brain-training games may boost production of a neurotransmitter responsible for attention and focus, according to a small clinical trial.