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Public, legislators, media group PFAS chemicals globally. Heart Rhythm articles highlight fluoropolymers as non-contaminants crucial for medical devices. Experts urge balanced environmental and medical tech protection.

Obesity Rates Surge Post-Pandemic: Study

Study in Canadian Medical Association Journal reveals rapid increase in obesity rates post-pandemic onset, particularly among younger adults, based on BMI data.

Study Links Grandfather's Chemical Exposure to Granddaughter's Puberty Timing

Study at ENDO 2025 reveals link between grandfather's chemical exposure and granddaughter's puberty timing. Presented at Endocrine Society's annual meeting.

Study Reveals Ways to Improve Blood Sugar and Weight

Study at ENDO 2025 reveals benefits of intermittent energy restriction, time-restricted eating, and continuous energy restriction for obesity and type 2 diabetes management.

Study Reveals Link Between Early Menstruation and Health

Study at ENDO 2025 reveals: Woman's first period age predicts long-term health risks like obesity, diabetes, heart disease, and reproductive issues.

AI Application for Diagnosing Endocrine Cancers Unveiled at ENDO 2025

Novel AI app for diagnosing endocrine cancers unveiled at ENDO 2025, Endocrine Society's annual meeting in San Francisco, promising speed and accuracy.

Endocrine-Disrupting Chemicals Influence Food Preferences

Endocrine-disrupting chemicals in early life linked to increased preference for sugary, fatty foods in adulthood, reveals animal study at ENDO 2025.

Obesity-Related Cancer Deaths Triple in US

Study reveals tripled cancer deaths linked to obesity in the US over two decades. Findings presented at ENDO 2025 in San Francisco by the Endocrine Society.

Sweeteners in Foods Linked to Early Puberty in Children

Study at ENDO 2025 reveals sweeteners in foods and drinks linked to early puberty risk in children, especially genetically predisposed ones.

Killer Whales: Surprisingly Soft and Generous

Killer whales, orcas, reveal surprisingly gentle and generous nature in new study.

Stay Safe in the Sun: Beach and Pool Dangers

Stay safe in the summer heat at the beach or pool. Learn how to avoid risks and enjoy your day with these essential tips for a worry-free experience.

Guideline for Women with Diabetes: Preconception Care Essentials

Endocrine Society and European Society of Endocrinology advise preconception care for diabetic women, emphasizing access to diabetes tech for blood sugar management during pregnancy.

Hiv Vaccine Trials Delayed In South Africa

South Africa HIV vaccine trials delayed, dashing hopes for pandemic progress. Email halts crucial step in fighting deadly virus outbreak.

Study Shows Significant Reduction in Deaths from Cholera, Ebola, and Measles Outbreaks

Study shows emergency vaccination during disease outbreaks like cholera, Ebola, and measles reduces deaths by nearly 60% in the past 25 years.

Role of Overlooked RNA in Female Decision-Making

Study reveals overlooked RNA's role in female brain decision-making, impacting resilience to depression. Icahn School of Medicine research uncovers sex-specific effects on choices and regrets.

1 in 3 U.S. Adults at Risk for Cardiovascular-Kidney-Metabolic Syndrome

One in three U.S. adults at risk for Cardiovascular-Kidney-Metabolic (CKM) syndrome, linking heart, metabolic health, and kidney function as CVD drivers.

Radiation Therapy Boosts Metastasis Growth in Advanced Tumors

Study reveals radiation therapy boosts EGFR ligand amphiregulin, fueling metastases growth in advanced solid tumor patients. Published in Nature online.

Study: Semaglutide Raises Muscle Loss Risk in Women & Older Adults

Study at ENDO 2025 reveals: Women, older adults on anti-obesity drug semaglutide face muscle loss risk. Higher protein intake may prevent this issue.

Study Suggests Osteoporosis Treatment for Over 80s

Study at ENDO 2025 suggests osteoporosis treatment for those over 80 post-fracture to reduce risks. Key findings at Endocrine Society's annual meet.

Thyroid Treatment Reduces SIBO Risk, Study Finds

Study at ENDO 2025 reveals underactive thyroid linked to higher SIBO risk. Thyroid hormone treatment may lower risk. Presented at Endocrine Society's annual meeting.

Study Reveals Impact of Metabolic Health on Aging Men's Reproductive Systems

Study at ENDO 2025 reveals metabolic health impacts aging men's reproductive systems and sexual function. Blood sugar levels play key role in changes.

Tirzepatide and Hormone Therapy Boost Weight Loss

Study at ENDO 2025 reveals tirzepatide and menopause hormone therapy combo boosts weight loss in postmenopausal women with overweight or obesity.

Study Reveals Impact of Parent Well-Being on Child Health

Study at ENDO 2025 reveals strong emotional ties between children with chronic conditions and caregivers. Enhancing parent well-being may boost child's health and coping skills.

Study Reveals Oxytocin's Role in Mood Disturbances

Study at ENDO 2025 suggests oxytocin, the love hormone, may protect against mood disturbances from sleep loss and hormonal shifts in postpartum and menopause.

Tirzepatide Study: Reducing Breast Cancer Growth

Tirzepatide (Mounjaro/Zepbound) cuts obesity-linked breast cancer growth in mice. Study at ENDO 2025 reveals findings at Endocrine Society's SF meet.

41% of Australians Have Used Cannabis: Study

41% Australians admit using cannabis in their lifetime.

19% of Packaged Foods in US Contain Synthetic Food Dyes

New research finds 19% of US grocery products contain synthetic food dyes. Published in Journal of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.

Northern Arizona Resident Dies from Pneumonic Plague

Northern Arizona resident dies from pneumonic plague, health officials confirm on Friday.

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Massive Black Hole Merger Detected by LVK Collaboration

LIGO-Virgo-KAGRA collaboration detects massive black hole merger with gravitational waves, creating a 225-solar-mass black hole. Signal GW231123 observed on Nov 23, 2023.

Medieval Hungary's Horsemeat Consumption: Archaeological Insights

Archaeological analysis reveals medieval Hungary's prolonged horse consumption post-Christianity, challenging historical beliefs on horsemeat decline.

New Study Challenges Male Dominance in Primate Relationships

New study challenges male dominance in primate relationships, revealing complex power dynamics among close relatives. Contradicts common beliefs.

Denver Museum Unearths Fossil Bone in Parking Lot

Denver museum uncovers surprising fossil bone under parking lot, closer to home than expected. Dinosaur discovery stuns experts.

Study Reveals Elk Rock Art Transformation in Mongolian Altai

Recent study Dr. Esther Jacobson-Tepfer reveals transformation elk rock art Mongolian Altai. Research explores factors realistic elk images devolving into warped wolf-like beasts.

3,800-Year-Old Caral Citadel Unveiled in Peru

Ancient Caral citadel, 3,800 years old, opens to visitors in Peru after restoration. Experience history with conch shell trumpets at the world's oldest site.

Rare 54-Pound Mars Rock: Auction Price $2-4M

54-pound rock from Mars for sale, estimated at $2-4 million. Largest Mars piece on Earth. Rare find sparks high auction price interest.

Mystery Solved: Paranthropus Robustus - Ancient Human Relative

Scientists study robust distant human relative, Paranthropus robustus, with massive jaws and teeth. Lived 2.25-1.7 million years ago, walked upright for heavy chewing.

Unraveling the Enigma of Dark Matter

Dark matter, a cosmic enigma, baffles scientists. Its mysterious presence stabilizes galaxies, intriguing physicists and cosmologists in ongoing research.

Companies Urged to Return Workers for Productivity Boost

Companies under pressure to boost productivity recall workers to offices despite limited evidence of improved innovation or performance from return-to-office policies.

Act Releases Draft Regulations for Dog Welfare: Dogs Need Three Hours Daily Human Contact

ACT authorities release draft regulations for dog welfare, emphasizing minimum three hours of daily human contact. New guidelines spark attention.

Balancing Timber Production and Ecosystem Health

Even-aged forest management prioritizes timber over ecosystem health, leading to plantation-reserve dichotomy. Uneven-aged approach balances land uses, minimizing impacts while allowing timber extraction. Retention forestry safeguards post-logging features for ecosystem continuity.