Category: Health

In a touching story from Atlanta, new mother Victoria Harris vanished while pregnant and battling severe mental illness, only to be found and give birth to her daughter on September 27, 2025. Now receiving vital psychiatric care, Harris named her baby Hope, symbolizing the family’s resilience amid Georgia’s strained but evolving mental healthcare system. A Pregnant Woman’s Sudden Disappearance Victoria Harris went missing in May 2025, deep in the grip…

Georgia officials have lifted the control zone around a Gordon County poultry farm after confirming no new bird flu cases through widespread testing. This move comes nearly a month after highly pathogenic avian influenza hit a commercial operation, leading to the culling of about 140,000 chickens and strict quarantine rules. Details of the Outbreak and Response State agriculture leaders announced the end of the control area on November 17, 2025,…

A lesser-known eating plan called the Portfolio Diet is gaining attention for its power to reduce bad cholesterol levels. Recent studies in 2025 show this plant-based approach can match statin drugs in lowering LDL cholesterol, offering a natural way to support heart health. This diet combines specific foods like nuts, soy, and fiber-rich options to fight high cholesterol. Developed over two decades ago, it now has fresh backing from research…

New research reveals that walking as few as 3,000 steps each day may slow cognitive decline in older adults at risk for Alzheimer’s disease. This finding, from a major study tracking hundreds of people over nearly a decade, shows modest daily activity could add years of clearer thinking without needing intense workouts. Study Highlights Key Step Counts for Brain Health Scientists followed almost 300 adults aged 50 to 90 for…

Georgia officials confirmed a new case of highly pathogenic avian influenza at a commercial poultry farm in Gordon County on October 25, 2025. This marks the third outbreak in the state this year, affecting 140,000 broiler chickens and prompting swift action to contain the spread. Details of the Latest Outbreak The farm operator spotted signs of illness in the flock on Wednesday and alerted the Georgia Poultry Laboratory Network the…

Hyderabad’s AIG Hospitals has launched a new pharmacogenomics test that helps doctors pick the right medicines based on a person’s genes. This affordable tool, priced at just 5,000 rupees, aims to improve treatment outcomes and cut side effects for patients across India. What the New Test Offers This genetic test looks at how a person’s body processes common drugs. It covers treatments for heart issues, diabetes, cancer, stomach problems, brain…

New research shows that mRNA COVID-19 vaccines from Pfizer and Moderna can help some cancer patients live longer when combined with immunotherapy drugs. This finding, published on October 22, 2025, in the journal Nature, comes from studies at MD Anderson Cancer Center and the University of Florida, where patients with advanced lung or skin cancer saw big survival gains if they got the vaccine within 100 days of starting treatment.…

Experts warn that non-alcoholic fatty liver disease affects nearly 38 percent of adults worldwide, with hidden factors like nutrient imbalances driving the surge. As of 2025, new research highlights triggers beyond diet and offers practical steps to reverse it, helping millions avoid serious liver damage. What Is Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease? Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease, or NAFLD, happens when extra fat builds up in the liver without heavy alcohol use.…

A simple blood test known as the PSA test is helping men catch prostate cancer early, slashing the risk of death from this common disease by up to 50 percent, according to the latest medical studies. As awareness grows in 2025, experts urge men over 50 to talk with their doctors about screening, especially amid rising global cases that hit over 1.5 million new diagnoses last year. What is Prostate…

A new study from researchers at the University of Surrey and other UK institutions reveals that taking vitamin D2 supplements can reduce levels of vitamin D3 in the body. This finding, published in 2025, challenges long-held beliefs about vitamin D forms and urges people to rethink their supplement choices for better immune and bone health. The Key Discovery from Recent Research Scientists analyzed data from multiple randomized controlled trials spanning…