Breaking Health News in the United States
Reported heart disease and stroke as the top U.S. killers
A national report confirmed heart disease and stroke remained the leading causes of death in 2023.
Recorded decline in heart-related deaths for first time in five years
Heart disease deaths dropped from 371,506 in 2022 to 349,470 in 2023.
Reported cardiovascular disease deaths at 915,973 in 2023
Updated figures showed 915,973 cardiovascular deaths in 2023 nationwide.
Recorded stroke deaths declining to 162,639 in 2023
Stroke-related fatalities decreased from 165,393 to 162,639 in one year.
Found nasal cells acting as first-line defense against rhinovirus
Scientists discovered nasal cells collaboratively block rhinovirus shortly after infection.
Identified gene variants linked to most Alzheimer’s cases
Research indicated APOE gene variants may account for most Alzheimer’s cases.
Found chemotherapy-altered gut bacteria blocking metastasis
Studies showed chemotherapy-induced gut changes helped restrict cancer spread.
Revealed new antibody that may halt triple-negative breast cancer
An experimental antibody showed promise against an aggressive breast cancer subtype.
Discovered blood-test indicator predicting Crohn’s years before symptoms
A new blood test detected markers linked to early Crohn’s disease development.
Reported red blood cells disrupting vessels in long-term type 2 diabetes
Scientists identified vascular disruption caused by red blood cell changes in chronic diabetes.
Observed genetic advantage among super-agers over 80
Super-agers were found to carry fewer high-risk genes associated with cognitive decline.
Announced first minimally invasive coronary artery bypass procedure
Researchers performed a new coronary bypass method designed for high-risk patients.
Demonstrated fresh mitochondrial transfer to reduce neuropathy
Mitochondrial transfer showed potential to reduce nerve degeneration.
Restored $12 million in federal grants to the American Academy of Pediatrics
A court ruling reinstated $12 million in grant funding previously halted.
Received $45 million donation for The Trevor Project to support youth services
The Trevor Project received a major philanthropic contribution to support ongoing programs.