A new study suggests that a small amount of brain training may lower the risk of dementia for up to 20 years. This is an AI-generated summary. Original reporting by NPR: https://www.npr.org/2026/02/18/nx-s1-5716010/brain-training-exercise-cut-dementia-risk-decades
During the holidays, package theft often increases. Sometimes, thieves steal prescription medicine instead of gifts.
Scientists are studying a new pill that may help people who are more likely to develop Alzheimer’s disease. This is an AI-generated summary. Original reporting by NPR: https://www.npr.org/sections/shots-health-news/2025/10/29/nx-s1-5575561/alzheimers-pill-apoe4-high-risk-lecanemab-donanemab?orgid=&uniquet=l0ja3egsb3rka30o-ysbta&utm_att1=
Doctors and scientists say there is no evidence to support President Trump’s claims that the painkiller, Tylenol, may cause autism when used in pregnancy. This is an AI-generated summary. Original reporting by NPR: https://www.npr.org/sections/shots-health-news/2025/09/22/nx-s1-5550153/trump-rfk-autism-tylenol-leucovorin-pregnancy
It’s a hot day in Washington, D.C. The sun is strong, and the air feels sticky. But some tourists have a new gadget to help them stay cool—neck fans.
Some people, including U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., say seed oils are unhealthy.
This is an AI-generated summary. Original reporting by NPR: https://www.npr.org/2025/07/07/nx-s1-5453769/nutrition-canola-rfk-seed-oils-soybean
When Cynthia Cherish Malaran was diagnosed with breast cancer at age 39, her treatment was cut short due to an allergic reaction. Unsure what to do, her doctor simply told her: “Be happy.”
This is an AI-generated summary. Original reporting by NPR: https://www.npr.org/2025/06/16/nx-s1-5414500/music-therapy-cancer-patient-survivor
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has made a big change to who should get a COVID vaccine.
This is an AI-generated summary. Original reporting by PBS: https://www.pbs.org/newshour/health/who-is-eligible-for-a-covid-shot-what-to-know-about-the-fdas-latest-changes
Medical journals say they’ve received unexpected and alarming letters from the U.S. Justice Department.
This is an AI-generated summary. Original reporting by NPR: https://www.npr.org/sections/shots-health-news/2025/05/02/nx-s1-5374993/medical-journals-hit-with-threatening-letters-from-justice-department
April 22nd is Earth Day, a day to think about how we care for the Earth. This is an AI-generated summary. Original reporting by PBS: https://www.npr.org/2022/04/18/1093387207/earth-day-live-sustainably-tips