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The Merach Vibration Plate Is the Funniest Workout I've Ever Done

It turns out that this TikTok-viral vibration plate may have some surprising health benefits.

Fitbit expands access to its AI health coach

Google announced on Tuesday that the public preview of Fitbit's AI personal health coach is rolling out to iOS users in the U.S. as well as both iOS and Android users in the UK, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, and Singapore. It initially launched in October, …

Fitbit’s founders launch a new platform for monitoring your entire family’s health

James Park and Eric Friedman, the co-founders of Fitbit who left Google two years ago, have announced a new venture called Luffu. Described as an "intelligent family care system," Luffu collects and logs health and medical information from connected devices, …

7 Steps to Better Financial Health You Can Take Right Now

The beginning of the year is a great time to take a hard look at your expenses and savings. Take these concrete steps to fix up your finances in about a day.

Badenoch apologises for Braverman mental health claim

But she branded defectors from the Conservative party "drama queens", saying people who did not agree with the direction she was taking the party "need to get out the way".

HHS Is Using AI Tools From Palantir to Target ‘DEI’ and ‘Gender Ideology’ in Grants

Since March of 2025, the Department of Health and Human Services has been using tools from Palantir and the startup Credal AI to weed out perceived alignment with “DEI” or “gender ideology.”

HHS Is Making an AI Tool to Create Hypotheses About Vaccine Injury Claims

Experts worry Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s Health Department will use an internal AI tool to analyze vaccine injury claims in a way that furthers his anti-vaccine agenda.

Gaming More Than 10 Hours a Week? You’ll Want to Read This

Here's what scientists discovered when they investigated the health of three types of video gamers in Australia.

Measles Outbreak in South Carolina Linked to Brain Swelling in Kids

Several children have come down with serious complications like encephalitis and pneumonia, state health officials reported this week.

RFK Jr. Has Packed an Autism Panel With Cranks and Conspiracy Theorists

Among those Robert F. Kennedy Jr. recently named to a federal autism committee are people who tout dangerous treatments and say vaccine manufacturers are “poisoning children.”

Ex-rugby league player says head injuries affected mental health

Josh Jones reveals he came close to taking his own life as a result of what he says are the effects of head injuries sustained while playing the sport.

Why doing a mix of exercise could be the key to longer life

Don't just focus on one activity - doing a variety every week gives you more health benefits, a study suggests.

Sir Elton John gives evidence on 'truly sickening' press intrusion

The musician says his privacy was breached in relation to health issues and the birth of his son.

I inhaled traffic fumes to find out where air pollution goes in my body

BBC health correspondent James Gallagher gets his blood analysed to understand how air pollution is killing us.

Moltbot, the AI agent that ‘actually does things,’ is tech’s new obsession

An open-source AI agent that "actually does things" is taking off, with people across the web sharing how they're using the agent to do a whole bunch of things, like manage reminders, log health and fitness data, and even communicate with clients. The tool, c…

Zuckerberg considered changing how Meta studies social issues after research got it in trouble

One day after The Wall Street Journal published a blockbuster story about Meta's own dismal findings about teen girls' mental health on Instagram, CEO Mark Zuckerberg wondered whether Meta should change how it studies its platforms' potential harms. "Recent e…

Streeting's Mandelson messages reveal election fears and criticism of government

The health secretary says he is publishing the messages "after a weekend of smear and innuendo that I have something to hide".

Not a fan of the gym? You can build these quick wins into your day

How you can make a big difference to your health and fitness without signing up for a marathon or joining a gym.

Drugs policy approach needs to change, Polanski says

The Green Party leader of England and Wales says there needs to be a "public health approach" as he reiterates his backing for the legalisation of drugs.

Is fibre the new protein? The surprising health benefits of the latest wellness trend

Fibre is making a comeback and this is a wellbeing trend nutritionists are getting excited about.

9 Hidden Apple Watch Health Features You May Not Know About -- Revealed by a Doctor

Your Apple Watch may be able to do more for your health than you're aware of. Start using these features as you go on your 2026 health journey.

A Rare, Deadly Fungus Is Making People Sick in Tennessee

At least 36 cases of histoplasmosis and possibly one death have been reported in the state since last fall.

Your Daily Coffee Fix Could Be a Secret Weapon Against Dementia, Study Finds

New research finds caffeinated coffee or tea consumption is linked to reduced dementia risk.

Hospitals are posting prices for patients. It's mostly industry using the data

The Trump administration pushed for price transparency in health care. But instead of patients shopping for services, it's mostly health systems and insurers using the information for negotiations.

Trump health care plan doesn't help people facing skyrocketing ACA premiums

President Trump announced a plan that addresses drug costs and health savings accounts, but not the health insurance premium spikes millions of Americans are facing.

'Shrinking' Season 3: When Does Apple TV's Hit Comedy Return?

The streamer's hit show about mental health returns this week.

Apple's AI Health Coach Project May Need a Wellness Check

The company's ambitious plans to introduce a virtual health coach may be going back to the drawing board, according to a report.

Are you on a high-deductible health plan? What do you wish you knew?

People with ACA health insurance just saw prices surge and many switched to plans with high deductibles and health savings accounts. If that's you, what do you wish you knew about how your plan works?

Do This One Thing to Your Air Purifier Before Turning It On

I spoke with experts about the health consequences of failing to properly maintain your air purifier.

Fitbit Co-Founders Launch Luffu, AI-Powered Health Tracking for the Whole Family

You may soon be able to access every family member's health data in one place.

Fitbit Launches Luffu, AI-Powered Health Tracking for the Whole Family

Soon, you may be able to access every family member's health data in one place.

Thousands of children facing 'catastrophic' waits for NHS community care

A quarter of the 300,000 children waiting for community NHS care have spent more than a year waiting.

More of us get in on Fitbit's personal health coach with an expansion to more places and iOS

Fitbit expands its AI-driven health coach to even more countries this week, including users on iOS.

At least three dead in Greece biscuit factory fire

A search is continuing for people still missing after a blaze broke out at a biscuit factory near the city of Trikala.

Whoop wins a key US court ruling against copycat wearables

The ruling forces Lexqi to halt sales of its health trackers in the U.S. while the case continues.

Trump administration sends letter wiping out addiction, mental health grants

The Trump administration sent hundreds of letters Tuesday terminating federal grants supporting mental health and drug addiction services.

Martin Luther King Jr. had a dream ... about health care

A doctor from Nigeria tells what Martin Luther King Jr. taught him about health, Justice and inequality.

Galaxy Watch 9 Rumors: Brace for a Samsung Double Debut

From longer battery life to new health sensors, here's what we're hearing about the next generation of smartwatches.

Could Poop Pills Be a Secret Weapon Against Cancer?

Two new studies highlight the potential of fecal microbiota transplantation as a boon to cancer immunotherapy.

Nearly Half of Americans Have Hypertension—and Most Aren’t Doing Anything about It

A new study suggests that most Americans with hypertension don't have it under control.

RFK Jr. Stacks Key Autism Panel With Vaccine Skeptics

Several new members of the Interagency Autism Coordinating Committee have pushed unproven therapies for autism or misrepresented the safety of vaccines.

Exclusive: Oura Ring and Hormone Tracker Mira Collaborate to Bring Hormonal Health to Wellness Tracking

With this new Mira partnership, Oura Ring users can see how their hormones affect their day-to-day health.

ChatGPT Health promises privacy for health conversations

ChatGPT Health allows users to connect medical records, Apple Health, and fitness apps for personalized health insights, OpenAI announces.

I moved to the US when I was 14 and launched my own business in 2020. Now, Kim Kardashian is one of my clients.

Kim Kardashian's trainer explains how strength training transformed her mental health, career, and approach to fitness after immigration.

Oura's subscription isn't going away, and I get why

Oura is sticking with its $6 monthly fee, betting that better algorithms and long-term health insights matter more than cheap, one-time hardware.

Claude AI iPhone App Can Now Connect to Apple Health in the US

Anthropic's Claude AI chatbot is gaining Apple Health integration, allowing the assistant to access users' health and fitness data directly from their iPhone. The feature is rolling out in beta this week via the Claude iOS app, Anthropic announced as par…

Heart disease is on the rise in younger adults. A cardiologist says prevention needs to start sooner.

Lifestyle changes can make a big impact on your heart health. A cardiologist says we should start early.

OpenAI will focus on 'practical adoption' of AI in 2026, CFO says

OpenAI CFO Sarah Friar said the company is focused on "practical adoption" in 2026, especially in health, science, and enterprise.

A doctor says 'genetics aren't destiny' when it comes to fat loss and shares 3 simple ways to boost metabolism

A functional medicine doctor shared lifestyle habits that can boost metabolic health, such as strength training and getting better sleep.

Check Your CGM: Recalled FreeStyle Libre 3 Sensors Associated With 7 Deaths

This is now a Class I recall, meaning that the use of these continuous glucose monitoring systems could cause serious health consequences or death.

'I'm not against it' - Prescod on taking drugs for Enhanced Games

Former Great Britain sprinter Reece Prescod gives the clearest indication yet that he will take performance-enhancing drugs as part of the controversial Enhanced Games.

Andy Burnham seeks permission to stand in by-election to become MP

He said in a statement that he wants to back the Labour government "not undermine it".

ChatGPT’s cheapest options now show you ads

ChatGPT users may soon start seeing ads in their chats, as OpenAI announced on Monday that it's officially beginning to test ads on its AI platform. They'll appear as labeled "sponsored" links at the bottom of ChatGPT answers, but OpenAI says the ads "do not …

Chromebooks train schoolkids to be loyal customers, internal Google document suggests

Internal documents revealed as part of a child safety lawsuit hint at Google's plan to "onboard kids" into its ecosystem by investing in schools. In this November 2020 presentation, Google writes that getting kids into its ecosystem "leads to brand trust and …

2026 is the year of social media’s legal reckoning

Over the next year, top social media executives are expected to take the witness stand to defend their companies from an avalanche of claims about their failure to protect kids. The first of many trials is set to begin this month in California, when Meta, Tik…

Woman shares 2-ingredient hack to scrub soap scum from bathtubs and showers: 'It's so easy and works every time'

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration lists bleach as a Category 1 chemical with the highest human health risk of the five categories.

US set to quit World Health Organization

Congress passes $50 billion foreign aid bill, despite the Trump's cuts in 2025

Congress allocated $50 billion for initiatives aimed at supporting democracy, scholarship programs, U.S. embassy operations and health and humanitarian programs around the world.

I became self-employed after having kids. It was harder than corporate life.

A former marketing manager explains why leaving corporate life to freelance after having kids led to burnout and mental health struggles.

Successful women say exercise is a core part of their routines. Their essentials include Alo Yoga clothes and an Oura Ring dupe.

No matter their industries, many successful women swear by incorporating exercise into their daily routines to boost energy and mental health.

She's 60 and just lost ACA subsidies. Now her health insurance costs $903 a month — and she's avoiding the doctor.

CJ Richey, 60, is self-employed with marketplace health insurance. With the loss of ACA subsidies, her monthly premium jumped from $265 to $903.

I spent years traveling nonstop. It took me too long to admit my 'dream life' was actually horrible for my health.

Traveling full-time was my dream, but it was bad for my mental and physical health in a lot of ways. Here's why I don't do it anymore.

xAI cofounder is taking a step back to 'go founder mode on my health' after Lyme disease diagnosis

An xAI cofounder is stepping back after a Lyme disease diagnosis, shifting into an advisory role to "go founder mode on my health."

AT&T launches a smartphone for kids that's really for parents

AT&T has introduced the amiGO Jr. Phone, a child-friendly smartphone with safety features to address concerns about screen time and mental health.

I was diagnosed with a chronic illness while working at Microsoft. It shifted how I view success.

A software engineer at Microsoft took his health for granted before being diagnosed with ulcerative colitis Now, he's more thoughtful about how he spends his time and energy.

The hospitals where waiting times are getting worse. Is yours one of them?

Nearly a quarter of hospital trusts in England have seen waiting times deteriorate in the past year.

A hotline to report vapers and caning if you're caught: Singapore's e-cigarette crackdown

The city-state wants to stamp out e-cigarettes with harsh penalties including caning and fines.

Meta Faces Two Key Trials That Could Change Social Media Forever

TikTok has already fled the scene.

I've been testing the Moto Watch, and it really makes me wish Motorola would stop teasing us and just jump on the Wear OS wagon already

Motorola's new Moto Watch doesn't run Wear OS, but it relies on Polar for its health and fitness features. Does this translate to a better smartwatch experience? Find out in our Moto Watch review.

A judge orders HHS to restore children's health funding as a lawsuit continues

The judge ordered the restoration of nearly $12 million in funding to the American Academy of Pediatrics, including money for rural health care and the identification of disabilities in children.

Some Public Health Service officers quit rather than serve in ICE detention centers

A special corps of health care workers have been called in to work with detained immigrants and many feel deeply conflicted about the assignment, saying they're not able to provide good care.

Unhoused women on Skid Row face dire health outcomes. This doctor wants to change that

Homeless women face unique health challenges with few dedicated resources. And as the number of women experiencing homelessness in Los Angeles continues to grow, Dr. Mary Marfisee hopes to bring them lifesaving resources.

Google's 'AI Overviews' Cite YouTube For Health Queries More Than Any Medical Sites, Study Suggests

An anonymous reader shared this report from the Guardian: Google's search feature AI Overviews cites YouTube more than any medical website when answering queries about health conditions, according to research that raises fresh questions about a tool seen by…

Researchers issue warning after making grim Antarctic discovery: 'We are only beginning to understand'

"An important step toward protecting both environmental and human health."

With an ACA fix uncertain in the Senate, Republicans replay old health care fights

Things are looking bleak for a fix in Congress for ACA premiums that doubled, on average, this month. And Republicans are making arguments against the law that haven't worked in years past.

ACA health insurance enrollment dropped by 1.4 million. See which states had the biggest swings.

ACA subsidies expiring leaves 1.4 million fewer insured compared to 2025, as CMS data shows enrollment declines in Florida and other Southern states.

Global buzzwords that will be buzzing in your ear in 2026

Will it be a year of "fractured resilience"? Or "pragmatic empathy"? Will "MOUs" be the next global health strategy? Are we in a new age of "decolonization" — or of "localization"?

The divorce between the U.S. and WHO is final this week. Or is it?

The U.S. is the only country allowed to withdraw from the World Health Organization. And Jan. 22 is the day when Trump's pullout announcement should go into effect. But ... it's complicated.

‘Today’: Oprah Winfrey Reveals Health Challenges From Weight Loss Drugs

Health experts scramble to contain outbreak of deadly Nipah virus

The unloved root vegetable that improves your gut health

Stock Market Today: Trump's Medicare announcement slams health insurers

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I tracked my blood glucose levels for two weeks. It felt like I was in sugar jail.

The health reporter Kim Schewitz often feels tired, and hoped tracking her blood sugar levels using a continuous glucose monitor would help. Then the app told her to do calf raises for 15 minutes.

The Future of Apple Fitness+ Remains 'Under Review'

The future of Apple Fitness+ remains "under review," according to the latest word from Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. However, he did not share any specific details. "If I were to guess, Apple will ultimately meld its Health app with Fitness+ in some fashion —…

Elon Musk asked people to upload their medical data to X so his AI company could learn to interpret MRIs and CT scans

Health care experts are worried about Grok’s potential to breach patient privacy.

These are our 12 favorite fitness, health, and nutrition apps we recommend for crushing your 2026 resolutions

We broke down the key features, subscription costs, and reasons why you can trust these 12 apps for your 2026 resolutions.

Our Favorite Upgraded Power Bank Is $30 Off

This supercharged Anker pack can keep all your devices topped up.

Hair Extensions Found to Contain Dozens of Hazardous Chemicals

Researchers found that a majority of tested brands contained potentially hazardous chemicals, including flame retardants.

What happens in space during a medical emergency?

BBC science correspondent Pallab Ghosh explains what happens if an astronaut gets ill in space.

OpenAI Responds to Critical Super Bowl Commercials by Putting Ads in ChatGPT

After ads, OpenAI adds ads.