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Summer between high school graduation and college is a critical time for preventing risky behaviors – here’s how parents can play a key role
June 10, 2026·6 min read

Summer between high school graduation and college is a critical time for preventing risky behaviors – here’s how parents can play a key role

Health – The Conversation – Read More Teens experience newfound freedoms as they enter college. FatCamera/E+ via Getty Images Early summer is a valuable time for…

Actress Mayim Bialik shares her ‘nightmare’ experience with a GLP-1
June 10, 2026·1 min read

Actress Mayim Bialik shares her ‘nightmare’ experience with a GLP-1

Health Care News – Read More Researchers found that approximately 44% of GLP-1 users reported at least one side effect. 

Drinking Alcohol May Lead to Ultra-Processed Food Cravings. Here’s Why
June 10, 2026·6 min read

Drinking Alcohol May Lead to Ultra-Processed Food Cravings. Here’s Why

Healthline News RSS Feed – Read More New research found that more unhealthy, savory foods were consumed on drinking days versus non-drinking days. Jovana Milanko/Stocksy Drinking alcohol…

AstraZeneca’s New Oral GLP-1 Aids Weight Loss and Lowers Blood Sugar
June 10, 2026·6 min read

AstraZeneca’s New Oral GLP-1 Aids Weight Loss and Lowers Blood Sugar

Healthline News RSS Feed – Read More AstraZeneca’s new oral GLP-1 pill showed promising results for weight loss and blood sugar in a phase 2 trial.…

Trump officials play Biden blame game as screwworm spreads
June 10, 2026·1 min read

Trump officials play Biden blame game as screwworm spreads

Health Care News – Read More As cases of New World screwworm spread and threaten the beef and cattle industry, the Trump administration is rolling out a familiar playbook:…

Medical school organizations sign on to RFK Jr.’s nutrition requirements
June 9, 2026·1 min read

Medical school organizations sign on to RFK Jr.’s nutrition requirements

Health Care News – Read More The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) announced Monday that numerous medical school accrediting organizations and assessors have agreed…

Flavanol-Rich Fruits, Veggies May Be Best for Heart Health. Here’s Why
June 9, 2026·4 min read

Flavanol-Rich Fruits, Veggies May Be Best for Heart Health. Here’s Why

Healthline News RSS Feed – Read More Research shows that certain fruits and vegetables may be higher in flavanols, which improve heart health. Image Credit: Alex_Schmidt/Getty…

Poll: Trust in federal health agencies dropped sharply during Trump’s first year
June 9, 2026·1 min read

Poll: Trust in federal health agencies dropped sharply during Trump’s first year

Health Care News – Read More A year into the second Trump administration, trust in federal health institutions, and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention…

An Avocado a Day May Keep Diabetes, Hypertension, and Obesity at Bay
June 8, 2026·6 min read

An Avocado a Day May Keep Diabetes, Hypertension, and Obesity at Bay

Healthline News RSS Feed – Read More Research shows that eating more avocado can reduce your risk of diabetes, hypertension, and obesity. Image Credit: Anjelika Gretskaia/Getty…

World Cup creates perfect conditions for infectious diseases to spread – here are the biggest threats health experts are watching for
June 8, 2026·6 min read

World Cup creates perfect conditions for infectious diseases to spread – here are the biggest threats health experts are watching for

Health – The Conversation – Read More When the 2026 FIFA World Cup begins on June 11, 2026, matches will be played across 16 cities in…