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Psychologists clarify common myths and facts about narcissism

Narcissism has moved beyond clinical settings to become, as one expert put it, a "catchall label for a broad range of disliked or frustrating behaviors," psychologists say. On platforms such as TikTok, influencers offer a variety of informal tips for spotting a narcissist, from passive aggression to extreme

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Ali Fedotowsky-Manno says new spot found on husband Kevin Manno’s remaining thyroid

People reports that on Jan. 23, 2026 Ali Fedotowsky-Manno said a follow-up ultrasound found "a spot that we need to watch" on the remaining half of her husband Kevin Manno’s thyroid. The couple revealed Kevin was diagnosed with papillary thyroid cancer in January 2025 after a 2024

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NIH says it will end funding for research using human fetal tissue

The National Institutes of Health said on Thursday it is ending support for all research that makes use of human fetal tissue, eliminating funding for projects both inside and outside the agency. The agency said the new ban terminates support for all “grants, cooperative agreements, other transaction awards and research

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Federal oversight linked to sharp drop in skipped transplant patients

New federal data show the rate of patients being skipped on organ transplant waiting lists in the United States has fallen from nearly 20 percent in 2024 to about 9 percent in recent months, part of a broader crackdown on fairness and safety in the transplant system. The changes followed

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Experimental antibody GT103 shows early signs of activity in lung cancer

Researchers have identified an antibody, GT103, that is linked to better outcomes in some lung cancer patients and are testing it as an experimental drug through Grid Therapeutics, a company started by Dr. Edward Patz after years of research at Duke. Patz identified GT103 by studying stored serum from patients

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Twin sisters describe how synaesthesia shapes their perception

Helen Besgrove and her twin sister, Kirsty, tell The Guardian that their experiences of synaesthesia make sounds, tastes, smells, words and motion highly visual: everything has a colour and a texture in their mind’s eye. The sisters say the actual colours and textures often differ between them — for example,

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ACIP chair says polio and measles vaccines should be optional

Dr. Kirk Milhoan, a pediatric cardiologist who chairs the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices, said polio and measles vaccines — and perhaps all vaccines — should be optional and offered only after consultation with a clinician. Dr. Milhoan acknowledged he had “concerns” that some children might die of measles or become paralyzed

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Dermatologists recommend gentler formulas for mature skin over harsh scrubs

People reports that five dermatologists and an esthetician say mature skin benefits from gentler formulas instead of harsh physical scrubs and exfoliants. “I see a lot of mature skin routines built around harsh physical scrubs or overly stripping soaps,” says Dr. Dendy Engelman of Shafer Clinic Fifth Avenue, who warns

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Emma Gannon recounts year-long recovery from burnout

Emma Gannon, a London-based author, says she recovered from severe burnout by largely stepping back from work for 12 months and has written about the experience in a book called A Year of Nothing. Gannon says she burned out with a bang in late 2022 when she had a panic

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Savannah Guthrie returns to TODAY after vocal cord surgery

Nbc: After taking a break from TODAY to recover from vocal cord surgery, co-anchor Savannah Guthrie returned to the morning show on Friday, January 23 and said she will make a full-time comeback on Monday, January 26. Guthrie told TODAY she initially thought her vocal changes were just "normal

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Mother describes daughters born conjoined at the head and later separated

At a 10-week ultrasound in 2019, a mother living in California was told she was carrying conjoined twins. Specialists diagnosed the fetuses as craniopagus twins, conjoined at the head, a condition she was told occurs in about one in every 2.5 million live births. The sonographer initially left the

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Guinea-Bissau suspends U.S.-funded infant hepatitis B vaccine study after ethics outcry

Guinea-Bissau has suspended a U.S.-funded study of a hepatitis B vaccine in infants after public health researchers raised ethical objections, the country’s health minister said. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention had approved a $1.6 million grant for the study last month, days after Health

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Insurer CEOs Blame Hospitals and Drugmakers at House Hearings on Care Costs

Chief executives of the country’s largest health insurers told two back-to-back House hearings on Thursday that rising health insurance costs are driven by hospitals and drug makers, a defense that did little to satisfy bipartisan frustration among lawmakers over soaring medical expenses. Members of both parties criticized insurers for

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Florida couple sues clinic after woman says she was implanted with wrong embryo

People reports that a couple filed a lawsuit in Palm Beach County Circuit Court on Jan. 9, alleging the wife was implanted with the wrong embryo at the Fertility Center of Orlando. The plaintiffs, identified as Jane Doe and her husband in court documents, say they began IVF treatment with

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Rare fungal infection sickens dozens in Nashville area; one death under review

Health officials said one death is being investigated and at least 35 people have been sickened in the Nashville area after inhaling spores of a fungus that causes histoplasmosis. Histoplasmosis is a respiratory infection that can produce flu-like symptoms — fever, chills, cough, chest pain, fatigue and night sweats. The fungus,

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Health Secretary Kennedy kicks off national health tour in Harrisburg, says he’s not running

Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. began a national “Take Back Your Health” tour with a rally at the Pennsylvania State Capitol in Harrisburg, where he said his new dietary guidelines were “not perfect” and told supporters, “I’m not running for president.” The appearance in the Capitol rotunda had

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Wellness destinations add sound therapies, vibroacoustic beds and sound domes

Wellness destinations from the United States to Asia and Central America are incorporating sound-based therapies — including live music, vibroacoustic treatments and purpose-built sound domes — into their guest offerings. The medical community has long used music to reduce stress, and hotels, retreats and private clubs are increasingly following that lead with

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UK review: tested weighted blankets and the top picks for sleep and calm

A Guardian reviewer tested 10 bestselling weighted blankets available in the UK to find which models help with sleep and anxiety, naming the Emma Hug as the overall winner and highlighting budget and specialist options. The piece notes weighted blankets are used as a form of deep touch pressure and

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Physiotherapy experts recommend micro‑breaks, posture fixes and gentle stretches for neck care

Physiotherapy experts at Australian universities say simple changes to how we sit, scroll and work can counteract neck strain caused by holding static positions for too long. They urge people to notice tension and adjust movement and posture throughout the day. Dr Rocco Cavaleri of Western Sydney University recommends breaking

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French obstetrician’s 'House of Women' centralizes care for victims of violence

Dr. Ghada Hatem-Gantzer, a French obstetrician gynecologist, founded the House of Women in Saint-Denis as a one-stop centre where female victims of violence can receive medical, social and legal support under one roof. Opened in July 2016 on a plot beside the hospital where she ran the maternity ward, the

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NIH launches challenge to turn supplement fact sheets into digital experiences

The Office of Dietary Supplements (ODS) at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) has announced the “Supplements, Facts First: A Digital Adventure for Every Age” challenge to transform dietary supplement fact sheets into engaging digital experiences. NASA’s Center of Excellence for Collaborative Innovation (CoECI) supports crowdsourcing across the federal

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DSM leaders remain split on recognizing postpartum psychosis as separate diagnosis

Leaders of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (D.S.M.) have been split for more than five years over whether to list postpartum psychosis as a distinct diagnosis. The debate has been driven in part by cases such as Emily Sliwinski’s, who developed racing thoughts, insomnia

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Study suggests pet owners can experience prolonged grief similar to losing a person

Research published in PLOS One suggests grief after the death of a pet can be as chronic as grief for a human family member, and that grieving pet owners can suffer from prolonged grief disorder (PGD). PGD is described as a mental health condition that can last months or even

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Do wellness patches work? A writer tests energy, sleep, acne and period stickers

A Guardian writer tested a range of coin-sized wellness “patches” that claim to treat everyday problems including fatigue, stress, acne, low libido and menstrual pain. The wearable patch market was estimated at $9.95bn in 2024 (approx £7.45bn) and, according to the Financial Times, is predicted to grow significantly

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NHS England advises clinicians not to rely on BMI alone for under-18s' eating disorders

NHS England has told GPs and nurses that a child's body mass index should not be the key factor when deciding which under-18s receive help for an eating disorder. The new guidance says 'single measures such as BMI centiles should not be a barrier to children and