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Human infections from drug-resistant bacteria are spiking in the U.S., the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has warned. The CDC’s laboratory tests have shown that occurrences of a bacteria called NDM-producing carbapenem-resistant Enterobacterales (NDM-CRE) have increased dramatically. NDM-CRE belongs to a broader category of bacteria called carbapenem-resistant Enterobacterales (CRE), …

Experts agree that exercise is vital to longevity and helps to preserve muscle mass, bone density and joint health as we age. But it’s important to approach workouts in the right way to ensure safe, optimal results. The general guideline is for healthy adults to get 150 minutes of moderate …

Levels of iron in the brain could be a warning sign of future Alzheimer’s disease, a new study suggests. High levels of the chemical element have been shown to increase brain toxins and trigger neurodegeneration, resulting in cognitive decline — especially when they interact with theabnormal amyloid and tau proteins …

A Swiss International Air Lines flight departing for Zurich, Switzerland, had to abort takeoff from Boston Logan International Airport after flames were seen shooting out of its engines. A video shows flames coming out of the aircraft’s engine as it moved forward, seemingly slowing its pace. “Investigations into the exact …

A common vitamin could help prevent the development of skin cancer, new research suggests. The study, published in JAMA Dermatology, found a decreased risk of three types of skin cancer associated with the use of nicotinamide, which is a form of vitamin B3. The research examined the health data of …

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved a new treatment for advanced breast cancer. Drugmaker Eli Lilly announced Sept. 25 the approval of Inluriyo, an oral estrogen receptor antagonist, to treat adults with specific types of the disease. Those types include estrogen receptor-positive (ER+), human epidermal growth factor receptor …

A common chemical that is widespread in the U.S. has been linked to an increased risk of Parkinson’s disease, researchers say. In a recent study published in the journal Neurology, researchers found a “small but measurable increase in Parkinson’s risk” linked to trichloroethylene (TCE), which has been found to spread …

This story discusses suicide. If you or someone you know is having thoughts of suicide, please contact the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-TALK (8255). Millions of men undergoing hair loss treatment may be putting their mental health on the line. Finasteride, a hair-loss drug prescribed for androgenetic …

A growing number of marijuana users are driving while high — and it’s costing them their lives. More than 40% of victims of fatal vehicle accidents over the past six years have had elevated levels of THC in their blood, a new study shows. The drug screenings were performed during …

If counting sheep isn’t working, Americans may want to hit the fruit aisle next time they are at the grocery store. Certain fruits packed with natural hormones and minerals can help people fall asleep. Board-certified and licensed dietitian nutritionist Kendall Mackintosh told Fox News Digital that there are fruits that …