Options after a positive Cologuard test at age 85
Dr. Keith Roach October 29, 2026, 5:08 a.m. ET Dear Dr. Roach: I am an 85 year old woman. I took the Cologuard test a month ago and it came back positive. My GI doctor told me that at my age he wouldn’t perform a colonoscopy. I asked for other…
SCDPH: A person, an animal exposed to rabid bats
GREENVILLE, South Carolina — Authorities confirm that a person and a pet were exposed to rabid bats in Greenville and York counties in South Carolina. The South Carolina Department of Public Health reported that in Greenville County, a bat was found near…
31 Shocking GLP-1 Side Effects That Have Nothing To Do With Weight Loss
This article contains mentions of eating disorders, addiction, and mental illness. Recently, we collected stories from a viral Reddit thread about the surprising personality, mood, and behavior changes people have noticed in their loved ones taking GLP-1…
Why colon cancer is different in younger people
“It’s been a bit of a black box,” said Ana Anderson, lead author and senior faculty member at the Gene Lay Institute of Immunology and Inflammation. at Brigham and Women’s Hospital. “We now have a research direction. We have…
What happens to your blood pressure when you take turmeric regularly?
Fact verified by Nick Blackmer Why it’s important: Taking turmeric could offer a natural way to reduce blood pressure. What you can do: Since turmeric may interact with certain medications, talk to your doctor before taking it. The reward:…
Risk of fatty liver disease: 5 daily habits that can damage your liver even if you never drink alcohol: From late-night dinners to prolonged sitting, these daily choices can increase the risk of fatty liver disease
Fatty liver disease can affect people who never drink alcohol. Late meals, sugary drinks, prolonged sitting, poor sleep and hidden visceral fat can contribute to metabolic problems affecting liver health. The liver can take a beating without alcohol…
Is the office bad for your back? Not if you do these 11 exercises – The Times
Is the office bad for your back? Not if you do these 11 exercises The times Workplace wellness staples, like your ergonomic chair, could be a huge waste of money, study reveals New York Post Ergonomic keyboards don’t work for shoulder and back…
Astaxanthin: super antioxidant or overrated supplement?
Astaxanthin is touted on social media as a “super antioxidant” that can keep skin youthful, reduce inflammation, improve eye health, boost metabolism and improve athletic performance. This red-orange carotenoid is biologically interesting and several…
What Experts Say About the Viral Oil Pulling Trend
EDITOR’S NOTE: Have you seen health advice on social media and wondered, “Is this really good for me?” CNN’s Wellness team explains and assesses viral trends in this regular series: Fad Check. Before toothpaste, there was coconut oil. Without a…
Knee strength exercises after 65: 4 daily movements
Keeping your knees in tip-top shape is one of the best ways to stay active and independent as you age. Staying in great shape is one of the best gifts you can give to your mental and physical well-being as you age. For example, strong, high-performance…