Health

Pope Leo XIV Found to Have Lung Cancer During Surgery

Well wishes are pouring in for Pope Leo XIV after the 71-year-old pontiff was diagnosed with lung cancer during surgery…

‘Avoid argument with wife’: Greater Noida man falls to death from 21st floor

Harshit Lavania fell from the 21st floor of a residential building in Noida, resulting in his death. His estranged wife…

The Zyn-ifcation of wellness: Caffeine, melatonin and even vitamins now come in pouches — but do they work?

The pouch has gone from a nicotine fix to wellness hack.

Faithful pray for Pope Leo after lung cancer diagnosis

World leaders, Catholics across the globe and senior cardinals at the Vatican offered prayers for Pope Leo on Wednesday…

How COVID and Hamas Convinced Me to Swear Off Amusement Parks

Chicago Catholics Pray Outside Pope Leo XIV's Childhood Home

Catholic residents of Chicago on Tuesday held a prayer vigil at Pope Leo XIV’s childhood home in Dolton, Illinois,…

'A historic day': Brigham Young University School of Medicine earns national accreditation

The Brigham Young University School of Medicine has officially received its accreditation, BYU President Shane Reese…

9 ways to save money on healthcare during open enrollment season

From premiums to prescriptions, experts share money-saving hacks, as you plan for your healthcare next year.

El papa León XIV pasa una noche tranquila en el hospital tras ser operado por cáncer

El Vaticano indicó que, por el momento, los médicos no contemplan la quimioterapia ni otras terapias

Ebola death toll surpasses 4,400

More than 4,400 people have died in DR Congo’s Ebola outbreak, with over 9,100 infections and a fatality rate of 48.2%…

How Germany is training medical staff to fight Ebola

With 9,000 infections and 4,000 deaths, Ebola continues to spread in eastern DR Congo. German experts are training…

Leo XIV’s Lung Cancer Diagnosis Tests a Papacy Still Taking Shape

For a pope who appeared to have time on his side, cancer has raised questions about his longevity and brought a new…

Pope Leo recovering from surgery after lung cancer diagnosis | First Thing

Vatican says operation on US-born head of Roman Catholic church was ‘successful’. Plus, after six decades in the US,…

Pope Leo slept well after cancer surgery, but recovery could take ‘longer than expected’

Peru’s president said the 71-year-old American pontiff’s planned visit might be in jeopardy as he recovers from surgery…

The Downfall of Trump’s Ambassador to Greece, and the Pope’s Cancer Diagnosis

Plus, the antique apples making a comeback.

Fundación Cortés Expands Educa Cortés Educational Program to the Dominican Republic

The Fundación Cortés has expanded its educational initiative, Educa Cortés: The Art of Well-Being and Mental Health, to…

Pope diagnosed with lung cancer

Pope Leo XIV’s lung cancer surgery has exposed a Vatican leadership loophole, with no automatic successor if he becomes…

Yemen hospitals overwhelmed by surge in war casualties, Red Cross warns

GENEVA, Oct 14 (Reuters) - Hospitals across Yemen are struggling to cope with a sharp rise in war casualties as…

Rihanna gave $1.75m for Barbados cancer care; centre still treats patients

In 2012, Rihanna made a generous donation of $1.75 million in medical equipment to the Queen Elizabeth Hospital in…

Pope Leo XIV recovering after lung cancer operation

Pope Leo XIV spent a calm night and was to begin post-surgery recovery Wednesday, a day after having a cancerous tumour…

Medical Store Owner Who Shot Dead Punjab Anti-Drug Activist Arrested

Parvinder Singh Jhota was shot dead on Tuesday after confronting a medical store owner over the alleged sale of drugs…

China’s exports surge amid AI-driven demand

Exports grew by 36.3 percent in September, the biggest leap since the COVID-19 pandemic.

What we know about Pope Leo's lung cancer diagnosis

Pope Leo has undergone surgery to remove a cancerous tumour from his right lung, raising questions about his health and…

Choosing a Medicare Advantage Provider for 2027 May Be Easier, but Not Perfect

The government has made improvements to the Medicare Plan Finder, a key online tool, in time for open enrollment. It…

VIDEO: The skincare sample is free. What happens next can cost thousands

For years, customers have complained of aggressive sales tactics and charges at mall skincare stores. NPR investigated…

Pope Leo’s Cancer Surgery Draws Outpouring From World Leaders

The pontiff’s illness also prompted calls for people to seek medical treatment and early cancer screenings.

Pope Leo has lung cancer, the Vatican says

Pope Leo XIV had surgery on Tuesday to remove a cancerous growth in his lung, the Vatican announced.

What to know about Pope Leo's lung cancer diagnosis

NPR's Steve Inskeep speaks to Dr. Otis Brawley, an oncologist at Johns Hopkins University, about the Pope's lung cancer…

Pope Leo's cancer diagnosis: What you need to know about lung adenocarcinoma, early symptoms and treatments

The Vatican has not said whether he needs further treatment or whether the cancer spread, so his individual prognosis…

Opinion: How states can resist the potential Trump vaccine shortages

“States can serve as a last line of defense against the Trump administration’s anti-vaccine policy,” writes Joel Dodge.

Opinion: We think a baby’s gut microbiome could be key to lifelong brain health

“We need more rigorous, large-scale research into the gut-brain axis across the life course,” write Holly Baines and…

Pope Leo Is Eating And Recovering After Cancer Surgery, Doctors Say

“Recovery is proceeding as planned,” Leo’s two doctors said.

Pope Leo spends peaceful night in hospital after surgery for lung cancer

By Joshua McElwee VATICAN CITY, Oct 14 (Reuters) - Pope Leo spent a peaceful night in hospital after undergoing surgery…

India found itself ‘let down miserably’ during Covid-19, says minister

Analysis: Killing Of Anti-Drug Activists Highlights A Bigger Problem In Punjab

Parvinder Singh Jhota, just moments before he was killed, had gone live on social media, confronting the accused…