Health

• Exposure to toxin increases colorectal cancer risk among younger adults, study finds

  Researchers from University of California San Diego have linked a bacterial toxin called colibactin to the increase in early-onset cases of colorectal cancer.

• 'I’m a spinal surgeon – here’s how your posture is killing your back'

  Poor posture is likely damaging your back, warns Dr. Arthur Jenkins, a spinal surgeon in New York. He explains how it happens and how to prevent chronic back pain.

• Woman says ChatGPT saved her life by helping detect cancer, which doctors missed

  Lauren Bannon, a North Carolina mother, says ChatGPT saved her life by flagging her medical condition after doctors missed it. She shares how the AI chatbot led to her cancer diagnosis.

• This simple outdoor activity can improve Americans' health, says governor

  West Virginia has launched a "Mountaineer Mile" in an effort to get Americans outside and moving to increase physical and mental health. The state has been a leader in pushing for MAHA initiatives.

• Holding paper receipts for just 10 seconds can pose health risks, researchers warn

  Health researchers caution that Bisphenol S (BPS), an endocrine disruptor present in paper receipts, can rapidly absorb into the skin, leading to a notice of violation against major U.S. retailers.