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If states ban fluoride, kids with cavities and Medicaid costs could spike, study finds
If five states ban fluoride in drinking water, 132,572 additional children would need a cavity filled or a tooth pulled.
NY is one of the worst states to start a business, study finds
A new study ranks New York among the worst states to start a business in 2026. Here's why
Early menopause could put women at greater risk for heart attack, study finds
Instagram worse for mental health than WhatsApp, global study finds
World Happiness Report finds platforms focused on connection less harmful than algorithm-driven apps
College professors gave ChatGPT a science exam, and its grade was a 'low D'
A new study finds ChatGPT can give different answers to the same question, raising concerns about its accuracy, reliability and consistency.
Finding Easter eggs in entertainment boosts enjoyment and fan behavior, study finds
If you've watched popular movies or television shows in the last decade, there's a good chance you've found an Easter egg or two: not an actual brightly colored egg but a subtle reference to another movie ...
Study Finds Little Proof Cannabis Helps Most Mental Health Conditions
By HealthDay Staff HealthDay ReporterWEDNESDAY, March 18, 2026 (HealthDay News) — Cannabis-based medications are often used to treat mental health problems, but a new review suggests they may not work as well as many people hope. Researchers looked at decades of studies and found little evidence ...
Popcorn and Easter eggs
KU study finds when people spot Easter eggs in their movies, their enjoyment and fan behaviors are heightened.
Misalignment and Risk Tolerance Gaps Undermine Business Resilience, Kroll Study Finds
Kroll, the leading independent provider of global financial and risk advisory solutions, today released global cyber resilience research findings revealing a critical gap between organizations' perception of their cyber preparedness and their actual capability to defend against, and recover from, sophisticated attacks. This gap is being driven by misalignment between the C-suite and cyber decision-makers. This disconnect is costly, as organizations face a yearly average of $2.2 million in recove
Your daily coffee may be protecting your brain, 43-year study finds
Your morning coffee or tea could be quietly supporting your brain health. A long-term study found that moderate consumption of caffeinated coffee or tea was linked to an 18% lower risk of dementia and better cognitive performance over time. The benefits appeared strongest at 2–3 cups of coffee or 1–2 cups of tea daily—and even held true for people genetically predisposed to dementia.
Extra Belly Fat, Not BMI, Is a Better Predictor of Heart Problems, Study Finds
Extra belly fat and waist size may be more strongly associated with heart failure risk than BMI, new research finds.
Study finds ChatGPT gets science wrong more often than you think
A new study put ChatGPT to the test by asking it to judge whether hundreds of scientific hypotheses were true or false—and the results were far from reassuring. While the AI got it right about 80% of the time on the surface, its performance dropped significantly when accounting for random guessing, revealing only modest reasoning ability. Even more concerning, it frequently contradicted itself when asked the exact same question multiple times, sometimes flipping answers back and forth.
Sharp rise in young Britons saying ill health is reason they are jobless, study finds
Share of 16- to 24-year-old Neets who report a work-limiting condition up 70% in a decade, says thinktank
DEP study finds 'no risk to human health' from radiation in wastewater from Pa. landfills
A two-year study of radium in wastewater from Pennsylvania landfills by the Department of Environmental Protection did not find levels that would pose...
Trump policies set to increase rates of lung disease and death, study finds
Experts warn of ‘attack on Americans’ lungs’ from cuts to health programs, environmental rollbacks and other plans
Hollywood's top films were less diverse in 2025, study finds
The percentage of women and people of color holding lead roles in Hollywood's top movies dropped in 2025, according to a new UCLA study.
Early warning signal hidden within the Gulf Stream could signal the collapse of key Atlantic currents, study finds
Shifts in the Gulf Stream could help researchers predict the human-driven failure of a huge system of ocean currents known as the Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation.
Study finds that taking multivitamin daily slows biological aging
Young Africans score higher than Americans on 'mind health,' new study finds: Wealth ‘not an indicator’ of well-being
A new Sapien Labs study found that young people in Ghana and Nigeria are much more able to function than those in the U.S.
Eating more ultra-processed foods linked to poorer bone health, study finds
From flavored yogurts to frozen pizzas, breakfast cereals and instant oats, ultra-processed foods are convenient, often cheaper items designed for a quick bite. In recent years, excess consumption of ...
Multivitamins may slow biological aging in older adults, study finds
The research focused on biological aging, which reflects wear and tear on the body at the cellular level.
Low-Carb or Low-Fat? The Right Foods Matter More for Heart Health, Study Finds
A new study suggests that low-carbohydrate and low-fat diets can lower the risk of heart disease, but only if people consume high-quality, plant-based foods and fewer refined carbs and animal products.
Spacecraft's impact changed asteroid's orbit around the sun in a save-the-Earth test, study finds
A new study has found that an asteroid NASA used for target practice a few years ago was nudged into a slightly different route around the sun
Viral Outbreaks Take a Common Path from Animals to People, Study Finds
Researchers have devised a new tool for discerning between naturally occurring viral outbreaks and those resulting from lab accidents.
Study finds sea levels are higher than we thought, placing millions more at risk
Climate change's rising seas may threaten tens of millions more people than scientists and government planners originally thought because of mistaken research assumptions on how high coastal waters already are, a new study said.
Most Patients Keep Weight Off With Fewer GLP-1 Shots, Study Finds
In a recent review, a small group of patients received the injections less frequently but still maintained weight loss and health benefits.
Workers at top 20 US low-wage firms rely on public assistance, report says
Study finds workers at 20 S&P 500 firms rely on Medicaid and Snap as CEO pay and buybacks soar
Flo Health Publishes Groundbreaking Research on Economic Impact of Digital Tools for Endometriosis Care
Peer-reviewed study finds Flo Health's Symptom Checker could deliver nearly $10,100 in net monetary benefit per patient while cutting diagnosis wait time in half NEW YORK CITY, NY / ACCESS Newswire / March 3, 2026 / Flo Health, the world's #1 women's ...
U-M study finds noise pollution affects birds' reproduction and health
Of nine different behavioral or fitness-related responses in 160 bird species examined, noise pollution had negative impacts on eight of them.
Collagen not a 'quick fix' for wrinkles but helps in other ways, study finds
A new study found what collagen supplements aren't beneficial as a "quick fix" for wrinkles, but they do have certain health benefits.
Humans and Neanderthals interbred — but it was mostly male Neanderthals and female humans who coupled up, study finds
A preference for pairings between male Neanderthals and female Homo sapiens may answer the question of why there are "Neanderthal deserts" in human chromosomes.
New Duke Health study finds simple blood test could predict longer life
Duke Health researchers found small RNA molecules known as piRNAs can accurately predict whether older adults are likely to survive at least two more years.
NASA study finds ancient life could survive 50 million years in Martian ice
Mars’ frozen ice caps may be time capsules for ancient life. Lab experiments show that key building blocks of proteins can survive tens of millions of years in pure ice, even under relentless cosmic radiation. Ice mixed with Martian-like soil, however, destroys organic material far more quickly. The findings point future missions toward drilling into clean, buried ice rather than studying rocks or dirt.
Eating Healthy In Middle Age Can Lower Risk of Brain Decline, Study Finds
By Dennis Thompson HealthDay ReporterWEDNESDAY, Feb. 25, 2026 (HealthDay News) — What’s on your plate today can affect your brain aging as a senior, a new study says. Middle-aged people who eat healthy have a lower risk of brain decline in old age, researchers reported Feb. 23 in JAMA Neurology. The ...
Obesity is linked to 1 in 10 deaths from infection worldwide — and scientists are still learning why
A new study finds that people with obesity are more likely to be hospitalized with or die from severe infections.
Alcohol Profoundly Changes The Way Your Brain Communicates, Study Finds
Even a small amount has a big impact.
Early healthy eating shapes lifelong brain health, new research finds
Eating unhealthy foods early in life leaves lasting brain and feeding changes, but gut bacteria can help restore healthy eating, a new University College Cork (UCC) research study finds. A high-fat, high-sugar ...
The 'Breaking Bad' Effect From Cancer Is Real, Study Finds
New evidence links cancer and crime.
AI bolsters breast radiologists’ cancer detection rate, real world study finds
The study spanned fourt sites and included 9 highly experienced breast radiologists reading over 100,000 DBT exams.
Emissions from trucks and buses cost Australia $6.2bn in health effects each year, study finds
Research describes children exposed to air pollution equivalent to eight cigarettes a day by attending childcare near major roads
A huge study finds a link between cannabis use in teens and psychosis later
Researchers followed more than 400,000 teens until they were adults. It found that those who used marijuana were more likely to develop serious mental illness, as well as depression and anxiety.
Study finds association between teen cannabis use and mental health disorders
Kaiser Permanente study of nearly half a million adolescents finds cannabis use may precede onset of serious psychiatric disorders.
Virtual Health Care Not Just for Mental Health, Study Finds
A new study of Medicare patients across the country has found that nearly half of telehealth visits are for non-mental health conditions, often chronic conditions like diabetes or high blood pressure. The results provide a crucial foundation to help make quality care accessible to all.
Intermittent fasting no better than typical weight loss diets, study finds
Researchers say limited eating approaches such as 5:2 diet not a ‘miracle solution’ amid surge in their popularity
Certain bitter foods may trigger a brain response similar to working out, study finds
New sensory nutrition research reveals how bitter foods like dark chocolate may sharpen memory and attention through taste-triggered brain activation.
'Impossible' mantle earthquakes actually occur all over the world, study finds
Researchers were once unsure whether mantle earthquakes existed. Now they have a global map of this mysterious phenomenon.
Overlooked group of gut bacteria appears key to good health, global study finds
In a huge global study led by University of Cambridge researchers, a single group of bacteria—named CAG-170—has repeatedly shown up in high numbers in the gut microbiomes of healthy people. CAG-170 ...
The depression symptoms that could increase dementia risk
We don’t experience depression uniformly, and a new study finds that some symptoms may be more strongly linked with developing dementia later in life.
Dad’s Early Bond May Affect a Child’s Health Years Later, Study Finds
By I. Edwards HealthDay ReporterWEDNESDAY, Feb. 4, 2026 (HealthDay News) — For decades, researchers mostly blamed moms when children developed long-term mental or physical health problems. Now, a new study suggests someone else may play a bigger role than once thought: Dad. By age 7, children whose fathers were less attentive to ...
Groundbreaking study finds no evidence that trans athletes are ‘a threat’ to women’s sports
Trans and cis women show similar levels of physical fitness in competition, according to the first meta‑analysis of the published research
Asteroid 2024 YR4's collision with the moon could create a flash visible from Earth, study finds
If the building-size asteroid 2024 YR4 crashes into the moon in December 2032, the impact will produce a bright flash that may be visible to the naked eye, a new study finds.
‘Ghost’ providers hinder access to health care for Medicaid patients
New OHSU-led study finds nearly one-third of physicians enrolled in Medicaid don’t actually care for patients.
Scientists finally may know why kidney patients die of heart disease
More than half of people with advanced kidney disease develop cardiovascular problems. A new study finds that diseased kidneys release tiny particles that are toxic to the heart.
Life may have rebounded 'ridiculously fast' after the dinosaur-killing asteroid impact
After the asteroid smashed into Earth around 66 million years ago, it didn't take life that long to rebound, a new study finds.
New triple-drug treatment stops pancreatic cancer in its tracks, a mouse study finds
By targeting three key growth pathways at once, researchers eliminated pancreatic tumors in multiple mouse models and prevented the cancer from returning, a promising step toward overcoming treatment resistance.
Abortion Pill Safety Decisions by FDA Were Science-Based, New JAMA Study Finds — The Monitor
A new study found the FDA’s abortion pill decisions followed scientific evidence, as misleading claims about the drug’s safety continue to shape public understanding. And Google removed some health AI summaries after a Guardian investigation reported that AI-generated summaries contained false and potentially dangerous health information.
Night Owls Have Worse Heart Health, Study Finds
By Dennis Thompson HealthDay ReporterWEDNESDAY, Jan. 28, 2026 (HealthDay News) — Do you prefer to stay up late, living it up through the night while everyone else is snoozing away? You might be doing your heart health a disservice, a new study says. Middle-aged and older night owls appear to have ...
Alabamians lose pay, don’t take mental health leave, study finds
Americans suffer in silence when it comes to mental health, substance use and work, the study authors said
A rich social environment is associated with better cognitive health outcomes for older adults, study finds
Research by an interdisciplinary team from McGill University and Université Laval provides new insights into the links between social factors and cognitive health among aging adults.
Dozens of CDC databases are not being updated — most related to vaccines, study finds
The agency plays a key role in tracking the disease spread and vaccination rates. Last year, it seemed to back away from some of that work, according to new research.
In service to state, WVU, WVU Health System pump more than $14B into West Virginia economy, landmark study finds
Conducted by national consulting firm Tripp Umbach, what is the most comprehensive study to date quantifies the combined annual statewide impact of West Virginia University and WVU Health System — under the WVU Medicine brand — at $14.3 billion, making up 17% of West Virginia’s total gross domestic product and contributing $890 million in state and local taxes.
January 23, 2026
An epidemiology study finds that variations in one gene play a major role in determining the risk of Alzheimer’s disease. Plus, X’s Grok AI is undressing users, but it’s just the tip of the iceberg with fake imagery online. What can we do about deepfakes? And, Louisiana communities continue collecting data on industrial pollution, despite a law restricting its use.
Colorectal cancer now deadliest type for certain group of Americans, study finds
New American Cancer Society research reveals colorectal cancer deaths rising among younger adults, while other cancer mortality rates decline significantly.
Ancient giant kangaroos could hop after all
Giant kangaroos that lived during the Ice Age may not have been as slow and grounded as once believed. A new study finds their leg bones and tendons were likely strong enough to support hopping, despite their massive size. Rather than traveling this way all the time, these animals may have relied on short bursts of hopping. This ability could have played a key role in escaping predators.
Shingles Vaccine Appears To Slow Aging In Seniors, Study Finds
By Dennis Thompson HealthDay ReporterFRIDAY, Jan. 23, 2026 (HealthDay News) — The shingles vaccine can do more than simply protect folks from a maddening skin disease, new research shows. Incredibly, the shingles jab also appears to slow down the aging process, contributing to slower biological ...
Common vitamin byproduct may help cancer evade immune system, study finds
A Vitamin A byproduct could weaken the immune system's cancer-fighting ability, according to new Princeton University research.
Educational background key indicator of immigration views in UK, study finds
Research comparing UK and US finds people with fewer qualifications more likely to support rightwing movements
Study finds younger Trump voters pushing a harder cultural edge
A new study shows where young Trump voters are headed
Study finds early measure of overall health may predict future memory problems in older adults
New research suggests that a person's overall physical and mental abilities, known as intrinsic capacity, may help predict future cognitive decline.
Exercise 'Snacks' Throughout Your Day Have Real Health Benefits, Study Finds
Squeeze them in.
Romans regularly soaked in filthy, lead-contaminated bath water, Pompeii study finds
A study of limescale buildup in an early bathing facility at Pompeii has revealed that the water was replaced only once per day.
Drug use disorders a growing public health concern in the Americas, PAHO study finds
Washington, D.C., 14 January 2026 (PAHO) – Drug use disorders are a major and growing public health problem in the Americas. Drug use is among the top 10 risk factors contributing to all-cause mortality and disability in the Region, according to findings published in the Pan American Journal of Public Health.In 2021, an estimated 17.7 million people in the Americas were living with a drug use disorder, resulting in nearly 78,000 deaths directly attributable to these disorders, representing a mortality rate four times higher than the global average.
New study finds astronauts' brains change after space travel
Following spaceflight, the brain shifts "upward and backward within the skull", with sensory and motor regions showing the largest shift, the study found.
Perfectionism and competitive sport increase the risk of exercise addiction, study finds
Physical exercise is one of the main recommendations for maintaining good health. However, when practiced compulsively and without control, it can become a problem: exercise addiction.
Science Lesson on a Study About Reading for Fun
Fewer people are reading for fun, a recent study finds.
Less than two years after stopping obesity drugs, weight and health issues return, study finds
When patients stop taking weight-loss medications, the beneficial effects of the drugs on weight and other health issues disappear within two years, a large analysis of earlier research has found.
Potential health concerns with drinking water on some airlines, study finds
Type 2 diabetes physically changes the human heart, study finds
Type 2 diabetes doesn’t just raise the risk of heart disease—it physically reshapes the heart itself. Researchers studying donated human hearts found that diabetes disrupts how heart cells produce energy, weakens the muscle’s structure, and triggers a buildup of stiff, fibrous tissue that makes it harder for the heart to pump. These changes are especially severe in people with ischemic heart disease, the most common cause of heart failure.
Earth's Core Seems to Be Wrapped in Layers Like an Onion, Study Finds
A mystery wrapped in an enigma.
Even Low Doses of Aspartame Could Have Alarming Health Effects, Study Finds
Zero sugar but at what cost?
AI is getting better and better at generating faces — but you can train to spot the fakes
Even the most skilled face recognizers are duped by AI-generated faces, a new study finds. But they can improve with training.
Popular painkiller offers little relief, raises serious health risks, study finds
A widely prescribed opioid painkiller showed limited effectiveness and increased risk of negative effects in a new analysis published in BMJ Evidence-Based Medicine.
Swearing could give you a hidden physical edge, study finds | BBC Science Focus Magazine
Cursing isn't just when you stub your toe or get road rage. Science says it can boost your physical performance
Pumas in Patagonia started feasting on penguins — but now they're behaving strangely, a new study finds
Pumas in Patagonia, Argentina are eating penguins in a national park — and it's changing how the big cats are interacting with each other.
'Non-Political' Creators Have Outsized Influence on Audience's Politics, Study Finds
Measuring the Joe Rogan effect.
In aftermath of January wildfires, ER visits surged amid alarming health effects, study finds
For the first time, researchers have been able to study the direct health effects the January wildfires had on Angelenos.
Legal sports betting linked to sharp increases in violent crime, study finds
As legalized sports betting sweeps across the country, new research shows it comes with a measurable rise in violent and impulsive crime on game days.
Sports generate up to $280 million in local economic activity for Colorado Springs, study finds
The inaugural Pikes Peak Sports Economy Report was released this month.
Tanning bed users are at higher risk of skin cancer, especially in unusual places
Indoor tanning is trending among Gen Z. A new study finds tanning bed users not only have a much higher risk of melanoma, they also have DNA damage linked to cancer across nearly their entire skin.
Cleveland’s Independent Music and Comedy Venues Drive $742.5 Million in Economic Impact, New Study Finds
A kernel from the study: The city’s venues account for nearly 50 percent of the indie live entertainment GDP of the Buckeye State, more than 28 states.
Humans were making fire 350,000 years earlier than previously thought, study finds
LONDON (AP) — Scientists in Britain say ancient humans may have learned to make fire far earlier than previously believed, after uncovering evidence that deliberate fire-setting took place in what is now eastern England around 400,000 years ago. The findings, described in the journal Nature, push back the earliest known date for controlled fire-making by roughly 350,000 years. Until now, the oldest confirmed evidence had come from Neanderthal sites in what is now northern France
Medical marijuana can curb opioid use, study finds
Humans rank among leading monogamous mammals, study finds
Human beings in 7th place out of 35 species on monogamy scale but behind moustached tamarins and Eurasian beavers
Going back to school during the pandemic linked to improved child mental health
A new study finds that school reopenings during the pandemic were associated with declines in diagnoses of anxiety, depression and other mental health conditions in children.
Youth Mental Health Improved When Schools Reopened, Study Finds
With the end of school shutdowns, children’s mental health appointments fell sharply, though other factors may have contributed.
Educational Video Game Helps Kids Learn Science, Study Finds
By I. Edwards HealthDay ReporterMONDAY, Dec. 8, 2025 (HealthDay News) — Video games often have a bad reputation as being a distraction, but a new study suggests they may help kids build important science skills. University of Georgia researchers created an educational video game that helps elementary school students learn about ...
AI chatbots used inaccurate information to change people’s political opinions, study finds
A paper published in the journal Science found that chatbots become more persuasive when they share large amounts of information.