Trench Fever That Affected Tolkien, C.S. Lewis Could Be Prevented: Research
The discovery of a special antibody could help prevent dangerous bacterial infections such as trench fever, which is transmitted by body lice.
Watch Emotional Moment Woman in Exoskeleton Walks for First Time in 5 Years
"Wow, that's what our taxes should be for, for technology and science, to help everyone," a TikTok user said after watching a video of Anabel Dominguez, who has muscular dystrophy.
Artificial Human Tissue On Chip Could Replace Animal Testing
The idea behind the research was the creation of artificial organs in a procedure known as delivering an "organ on a chip" or "human on a chip."
Simple Procedure Could Help Women With Infertility Issues: Study
The procedure includes a small diagnostic check beforehand and could be all that is needed in some cases, with no further invasive fertility procedures.
Doctors Transplant Damaged Liver After Treating It for Three Days
Doctors say the procedure is the first of its kind in the world and they credited their in-house perfusion machine with making the feat possible.
Cancer Drug Makes History as Rectal Tumors Vanish in All Trial Participants
All 12 patients had their rectal tumors disappear after treatment with new experimental drug in small-scale study.
Brazilian Bug Discovery Could Spur Red Propolis Production
Red propolis is a coveted extract praised for its anti-inflammatory effect.
'Medicine Collective' Teaching Women How to Make DIY Abortion Pills
A video by the anarchist group Four Vinegar Thieves Collective purports to teach people how to make do-it-yourself abortion pills.
'Deeply Rooted Anti-Black Racism' Persists in Academic Medicine: Study
"These findings suggest that an intervention for anti-Black racism in academic medicine is needed urgently," researchers wrote.
Some Ohio Republicans Want Law Promoting 'Alternative' COVID Treatments
A new bill in Ohio would force health officials to "promote and increase distribution" of unproven COVID treatments like ivermectin and hydroxychloroquine.
Disease That Killed Comic Gilbert Gottfried Could Be Treated By Cycling
Gilbert Gottfried died April 12 after a degenerative form of muscular dystrophy triggered heart failure.
America's Best Plastic Surgeons 2022
Newsweek is once again partnering with respected global data research firm Statista Inc. to establish a ranking of America's Best Plastic Surgeons 2022.
Benefits of Ashwagandha for Men: 6 Reasons to Try the Adaptogen
Rooted in ancient medicine, Ashwagandha is now attracting attention in the U.S for its numerous purported health benefits.
Whistleblowers are Key to Reining in Prescription Drug Costs
A Medicare rebate rule combined with whistleblower laws and protections can provide a much-needed price check on coming cancer and COVID-19 cures.
A 'New Normal' Can't Mean the Same Old Health Insurance
While policymakers continue to debate President Joe Biden's health priorities, his health insurance affordability proposals must stay front and center in the "new normal."
Stomach Cancer Symptoms Explained as Mike Mora, Kelis' Husband, Dies
The 37-year-old photographer documented his journey with stage 4 stomach cancer in a series of social media posts last year.
Baby Born in Michigan With Parasitic Twin Inside Him
The fetus was removed and the baby went on to recover well, said doctors, who highlighted the importance of early detection and scans.
Protecting the Vulnerable—It's Time to Move Beyond the Rhetoric
If the larger narrative is that it's time to return to normal, then it is absolutely critical that accommodations be made to protect the vulnerable.
For Extra Protection From COVID's Worst Effects, Look to Lifestyle Medicine
By embracing the potential of lifestyle medicine now, we can reduce lifestyle-related chronic disease, protect ourselves from the most severe effects of COVID-19 and be better prepared to withstand pandemics of the future.
The Shameless Cruelty of Medicare's Top Bureaucrats
I, and fellow Alzheimer's patients, do not have time.
Man With Keloid Scars That Cover Most of Body Denied Surgery by Insurance
Experts have said they don't entirely know what causes these scars but most agree it's a "dysfunction in the wound-healing process."
I Need Insulin to Stay Alive. It's Gradually Being Priced Out of My Reach
How much longer must hardworking Americans ration their medications while drug companies make historic profits?
It's Time for Tech Creators to Take on the Hospital Crisis
At a time when so many doctors and nurses are burned out and leaving their professions, it's crucial to listen to them about what they need.
Hospital Locks Down ICU Over 'Online Attacks' for COVID Treatment
The hospital opted to tighten its security after a local religious leader staged a protest demanding the facility offer a treatment not approved by the FDA.
Kaiser Patients Warned of Receiving Wrong Amount of COVID Vaccine Dosage
The issue occurred between late October and mid-December at a location in California.
Ohio Parents Charged With Manslaughter After Two Children Got Into Fentanyl
The toddler joins hundreds of other children who have died from drug overdoses in the past few years.
The 'Sleepy Chicken' TikTok Trend Explained
Doctors have warned about the dangers of the unusual chicken recipe that's been circulating on the video sharing platform.
Exclusive: Pig Heart Surgeon Responds to Patient's Prison Sentence
Dr. Bartley Griffith told Newsweek it would be unethical to factor in a person's criminal history when making medical decisions.
'I Performed The World's First Pig Heart Transplant'
The whole team had a moment of quiet before we started the surgery. It was such a treasure to share this with them.
Not Getting Vaccinated Can Be Child Abuse
The vaccinated majority is rapidly losing interest in the fate of the unvaccinated—and that's putting it diplomatically.