Largest measles outbreak in recent history reported on southwestern Florida college campus
A historic measles outbreak has hit Ave Maria University in Florida with over 40 infections, marking the largest wave of college campus infections in recent history.
Published: February 16, 2026, 7:10 pm
Food pyramid backlash: Low-fat era may have fueled obesity, diabetes, says doctor
Dr. Mark Hyman calls new nutrition guidelines "revolutionary" for targeting processed foods and sugar drinks, despite dairy and protein concerns for some groups.
Published: February 16, 2026, 12:00 pm
Simple food combo may outperform omega-3 supplements for reducing inflammation
New study finds kefir paired with prebiotic fiber reduces inflammation more effectively than omega-3 supplements alone, offering gut health benefits.
Published: February 15, 2026, 8:28 pm
Study challenges negative cannabis stereotypes, claiming link to brain benefits
Cannabis was linked to increased brain volume in a new study, but researchers urge caution, as findings contradict previous research on marijuana's effects.
Published: February 15, 2026, 2:00 pm
Should Drug Companies Be Advertising to Consumers?
Aging means “becoming a target” of the industry, one expert said. After decades of debate, politicians of all stripes are proposing bans.
Published: February 16, 2026, 4:06 pm
Vaccine Makers Curtail Research and Cut Jobs
Federal policies under Robert F. Kennedy Jr. that are hostile to vaccines have “sent a chill through the entire industry,” one scientist said.
Published: February 16, 2026, 10:08 pm
The signs a blemish or freckle in your eye has turned cancerous like Laura's. Cases have soared a shocking 30 per cent. Now doctors reveal the warning signs everyone must know
Since Laura Graham-Claire was a child she had known that there was a freckle in her right eye. It was barely visible, but the blemish had been spotted during an eye test.
Published: February 16, 2026, 7:05 pm
Are Weetabix actually healthy? Why you might be eating them wrong... and how simple tweaks turn the breakfast staple into nutritional dynamite
According to Dr Duane Mellor, Registered Dietitian and Senior Lecturer at Aston Medical School, Weetabix does deserve some of its healthy reputation - but with caveats.
Published: February 16, 2026, 6:46 pm
London's measles crisis: As outbreak hits Enfield schools, interactive map reveals the boroughs with dangerously low uptake of the life-saving vaccine
London parents have been urged by health officials to have their children vaccinated against measles, following a major outbreak in the borough of Enfield.
Published: February 16, 2026, 4:33 pm
I've suffered for 20 years with piles. Nothing treats them and they're ruining my life: DR SCURR reveals the little-know way you CAN beat them for good
A reader asks: I've suffered for about 20 years with internal haemorrhoids. I've had surgery, but the bleeding has become more frequent and can start even after too much standing.
Published: February 16, 2026, 3:42 pm
I was 25 when I was diagnosed with cancer that killed James Van Der Beek... I dismissed warnings signs as harmless haemorrhoids
Aged just 24, having rectal cancer was the last thing on Paige Seifert's mind - especially as her doctor had reassured her that blood in her stool was caused by haemorrhoids.
Published: February 16, 2026, 3:14 pm
As fears London is about to be gripped by 'fast spreading measles outbreak', these are the warning signs... and it's not only a disease that infects children
London may be on the brink of a measles outbreak health officials have warned, as more unvaccinated children are being infected by the highly contagious viral illness.
Published: February 16, 2026, 1:56 pm
I had TRIPLETS at 50 after being told our chances were just 5 per cent - discount IVF in Cyprus was so worth it
Marie Gustavsson from Gothenburg, Sweden, says being a parent in her 50s is easier than it was when she first fell pregnant at 19.
Published: February 16, 2026, 12:22 pm
Eat a lot of red meat? You're at a greater risk of developing diabetes, finds new study
In a recent study, researchers found that people with diets high in red meat have a significantly higher chance of developing diabetes than those who eat less of it.
Published: February 16, 2026, 11:08 am
Father, 58, who died six weeks after pancreatic cancer diagnosis suffered from 'acid reflux and indigestion for four years' before medics caught the disease
For four years, Andrzej Bielecki struggled with acid reflux and indigestion - but doctors didn't pick up that he had pancreatic cancer until six weeks before he died.
Published: February 16, 2026, 10:29 am
More than just tremors: Expert lists four early warning signs of Parkinson's disease which you should NEVER ignore
Many think of a tremor as the quintessential warning sign of Parkinson's disease, a degenerative neurological condition that affects more than 166,000 people in the UK.
Published: February 16, 2026, 8:29 am
Experts share simple method to improve your digestion and reduce painful bloating after eating
Feeling bloated, gassy or suffering from indigestion after a meal is a common complaint - but before you reach for a packet of antacids, the answer might lie outdoors.
Published: February 15, 2026, 11:31 am
Experts explain why ageing spikes at 44 and 60 - and the interventions EVERYONE can make to reduce the impact
Although Britons are living longer than ever, the number of healthy years is on the decline. Experts now say that there are two key points to slow ageing and live a longer healthier life.
Published: February 15, 2026, 8:42 am
'Hallucinating, vomiting blood… buying weight loss jab from faceless online seller was the WORST decision I ever made'
Emma Dryer, 40, wanted to slim down before a holiday and admits she was tempted to try weight-loss injections thanks to them being 'increasingly normalised by celebrity culture.'
Published: February 15, 2026, 8:41 am
Bladder cancer patients offered survival hope by new drug greenlit on NHS
Studies show durvalumab can halt progression of the muscle-invasive form of the disease and prevent further hospitalisation.
Published: February 15, 2026, 12:50 am
Revealed: The toxic chemicals in your perfume that could be causing hair loss and weight gain. So are you wearing one of these ten bestselling fragrances that contain ingredients that may disrupt hormones?
For millions of us, applying a spritz of perfume is something we do without a second thought - but experts are warning that some popular ranges could contain potentially dangerous chemicals.
Published: February 15, 2026, 12:49 am
Eating a slice of cheese a day may cut the risk of gallstones
Around five million adults in the UK are thought to suffer from the painful condition, which happens when too much cholesterol builds up in the bile and gallbladder.
Published: February 15, 2026, 12:31 am
The health swap I thought would save me but instead put me into a coma with 'crispy' lungs that tore when I breathed
Kara Mullins, a mother-of-four and sleep coach living in Arizona, made a swap that she thought was healthier. But after four years, it sent her into a coma and gave her 'crispy' lungs.
Published: February 16, 2026, 10:13 pm
The new super nutrient: Our definitive guide to multivitamins, who REALLY needs them and precisely which supplements stave off cognitive decline for over 60s
Half of UK adults take a multivitamin regularly. However, over the past decade, research has suggested that taking them might not be as beneficial as we think.
Published: February 16, 2026, 10:04 pm
Common condition affecting up to HALF of older Americans raises dementia risk, study finds
A common condition that affects up to half of older adults in America may raise the risk of suffering from cognitive decline and dementia, a new study from Chinese researchers has suggested.
Published: February 16, 2026, 9:28 pm
Thousands of travelers at major US airport exposed to measles... as historic outbreak rips through the south
Thousands of travelers passing through a major US airport that serves up to 90,000 per day may have been exposed to measles, officials have announced as the virus rips through the south.
Published: February 16, 2026, 7:39 pm
The $12 supplement being hailed as 'nature's Ozempic' that has people ditching the weight-loss shots
With high price tags and undesirable side effects, people are increasingly looking for GLP-1 alternatives, and one supplement, dubbed 'nature's Ozempic,' has taken the market by storm.
Published: February 16, 2026, 7:04 pm
Trendy diet loved by millions has no benefit for weight loss compared to traditional advice, study finds
A diet trend loved by celebrities may not help with weight loss more than traditional methods or even doing nothing at all, the most comprehensive review of the evidence to date has claimed.
Published: February 16, 2026, 6:56 pm
Urgent recall for peanut butter sold in 40 states over contamination with foreign material
Peanut butter sold in 40 states has been urgently recalled due to potential contamination with foreign material, which could pose a choking hazard, the FDA has announced. It is a class II recall.
Published: February 16, 2026, 5:40 pm
The £150 drug that promises a shortcut to the 'perfect body'... but at a terrifying cost: Inside rise of new fitness 'super supplement' and how it can trigger psychosis and leave young men with permanently 'shrunken testicles'
Weightlifter Joseph Black was still legally a child when videos on social media introduced him to a dangerous shortcut to a better, stronger, body.
Published: February 16, 2026, 5:18 pm
After Steve got breathless on short walks he was diagnosed with deadly COPD. Now he's healthy again and can even run marathons... and doctors say nearly every sufferer can do the same
When Steve Bowen became breathless on a short walk after picking up his grandson Riggs from school, he knew something was seriously wrong. His head was pounding.
Published: February 16, 2026, 4:55 pm
'I knew I was dead but I felt nothing but peace': Survivors of near-death experiences reveal haunting beauty of the 'other side', as landmark study offers first proof of what becomes of the human soul
Soaring up to heaven, watching your life flash past, or hovering over your own body on a surgeon's table. People who've been revived from the precipice of death frequently report such events.
Published: February 16, 2026, 2:12 pm
How ibuprofen could be making your pain WORSE: Alarming new study reveals millions of patients might be better off letting nature run its course. So are you one of them?
Millions of us take ibuprofen and other anti-inflammatory drugs to reduce swelling and pain after an injury. But are we inadvertently increasing the risk of pain that lasts months - even years?
Published: February 16, 2026, 11:57 am
The deeply uncomfortable truth about many special educational needs children that few people want to talk about, by DR MAX PEMBERTON
There is a crisis brewing in our schools and it's not the one you might think. Yes, buildings are crumbling, music and art teachers are being axed, PE budgets slashed and class sizes are ballooning.
Published: February 16, 2026, 9:20 am
Ozempic and Mounjaro lead to explosion in cases of an old-school pirate's disease
Experts are warning over the return of a weight loss drug-linked disease that was once thought to be consigned to the history books.
Published: February 15, 2026, 10:32 pm
How long until ill health stops YOU from working? Scientists say they can predict how many 'healthy years' you have left… use our calculator to find out and discover what you can do about it
As American life expectancy continues to fall behind peer nations, scientists believe they can determine how many 'healthy years' you have left. The Daily Mail's tool can find where you stand.
Published: February 15, 2026, 1:50 pm
Increasingly common health conditions raise risk of death from cancer that killed James Van Der Beek
A sweeping analysis of over 50 million people found that a cluster of common health conditions significantly raises the risk of multiple cancers and sharply worsens colorectal cancer survival.
Published: February 15, 2026, 6:08 am
Dietitians reveal the 'super' breakfast food to eat if you want to live longer
Dietitians have revealed a 'super' and cheap breakfast food that may lower the risk of chronic disease and bolster the chance of living longer, as well as how to customize it each morning.
Published: February 15, 2026, 3:40 am
Revealed: Cheap grocery-store supplement that reverses hair loss, boosts bone density and even protects mental health... experts say EVERYONE can benefit
When Dr Bernadette Atanga moved from her hometown of Houston to Michigan, she felt exhausted. But a cheap grocery store supplement reversed it.
Published: February 15, 2026, 1:58 am
Weight-loss jabs like Mounjaro lower risk of sight-loss for patients with diabetes
A US study found that patients who were taking Mounjaro, also known as tirzepatide, had a reduced risk of being diagnosed with diabetic retinopathy.
Published: February 15, 2026, 12:49 am
How looking younger than your age could be the secret to a long life: These 'super-agers' reveal the regimes that have kept them decades below their biological age - from what they eat to how much they move (and the surprising thing they avoid)
For years, studies have analysed huge numbers of people - including so-called 'super-agers' who live remarkably long and healthy lives - to examine the factors that influence ageing.
Published: February 15, 2026, 12:49 am
Pardon me? Nearly half of Britons say hearing loss places strain on their relationship
One in four of admitted that regularly having to repeat themselves was a cause of tension, while others said they were often left feeling ignored, misunderstood or accused of 'not listening'.
Published: February 15, 2026, 12:40 am
Stay indoors advisory for thousands of Americans as toxins linked to heart attacks fill the air
The National Weather Service and EPA have warned that conditions over a major US city have trapped airborne toxins near thousands of Americans.
Published: February 16, 2026, 4:42 pm
Forget Cupertino! Apple breaks tradition with 'special events' being held in London, New York and Shanghai where it's tipped to unveil the iPhone 17e
Apple usually hosts its events at its futuristic Apple Park headquarters in Cupertino, California. But the tech giant is breaking tradition with its next event, which will take place in just a few weeks.
Published: February 16, 2026, 3:34 pm
X is DOWN: Elon Musk's social media platform crashes for thousands of users around the world
According to Down Detector, the problems with Elon Musk's social media platform started at around 13:30 GMT, and are affecting users globally.
Published: February 16, 2026, 2:09 pm
Forget dolls and trucks! Scientist claims children should play with WHISKS and potato mashers to boost development
When it comes to playtime, most parents turn to the toybox to keep their young children entertained. But giving them unusual objects could help boost development, research suggests.
Published: February 16, 2026, 2:00 pm
Where are all the aliens? As President Obama rules out Area 51, scientists reveal the best candidates for extraterrestrials - including inside our own solar system
With Area 51 ruled out by President Obama, where might aliens really be hiding? Scientists have now revealed the best candidates.
Published: February 16, 2026, 1:07 pm
The ominous sign the Gulf Stream is nearing COLLAPSE: One of the ocean's saltiest regions has become 30% less salty - and it could wreak havoc on major circulation systems
One of the ocean's saltiest regions has become 30 per cent less salty - sparking fears the Gulf Stream could be inching closer to a catastrophic collapse.
Published: February 16, 2026, 11:06 am
Scientist gives himself brain damage by testing secret audio weapon on himself in attempt to disprove 'Havana Syndrome'
A scientist in Norway gave himself brain damage after testing an experimental weapon designed to disprove the existence of 'Havana Syndrome'.
Published: February 16, 2026, 10:19 am
Dating expert names the seemingly innocent 'five word phrase' that's a huge red flag at ANY relationship stage
Leading Australian dating expert Louanne Ward, says five words can reveal far more about someone's mindset than you may have thought and are a sure sign of a relationship that was never built to last.
Published: February 16, 2026, 6:03 am
The popular kids' toy that's banned on flights across Europe
Many parents pack toys to keep their children entertained on flights and when away, but several airlines ban one specific popular item.
Published: February 16, 2026, 1:54 am
You've been tying your shoelaces WRONG: Scientists say the 'around the tree' method is inefficient - but a simple alternative takes less than one second
Have you been wasting precious time with the 'around the tree' method? Here's how to do the Ian Knot and shave seconds off your morning routine.
Published: February 15, 2026, 5:30 pm
Brush your teeth properly to prevent more than 50 health conditions including dementia and arthritis, expert says
Brushing your teeth properly could help keep more than 50 health conditions including dementia, rheumatoid arthritis and Parkinson's at bay, according to experts.
Published: February 15, 2026, 5:01 pm
Cheap and tasty 'supersteaks' to be available within three years thanks to gene-editing technology, expert says
Scientists have bred cows with 'elite genetics' that could see tastier steaks, burgers and mince on supermarket shelves in the UK in just three years.
Published: February 15, 2026, 3:00 pm
Are YOU a 'Gangster' driver? Experts reveal the worst driving positions for you - and why you should NEVER hit the road with an over-reclined seat
Josh Newsom, a chiropracter at Ancoats Chiropractic Clinic, has revealed four common driving positions that can wreak havoc on your back.
Published: February 15, 2026, 1:07 pm
Only 20% of people can solve this three-question IQ test backed by MIT... are you one of them?
A 20-year-old exam that's been called the world's shortest IQ test recently gained popularity on social media, but it's a lot trickier than it seems.
Published: February 15, 2026, 3:12 am
What happens if NASA's moon mission goes wrong? The 5 worst-case scenarios for Artemis II, revealed - from a fireball on the launchpad to a medical crisis 250,000 miles away from Earth
As NASA readies itself for the Artemis II mission to the moon, experts have revealed everything that could go wrong on the daring space voyage.
Published: February 15, 2026, 2:09 am
Wearable robotics are changing how we walk and run
Nike's Project Amplify and consumer exoskeletons like Hypershell X are bringing wearable robotics to market, with powered footwear targeting 2028 release.
Published: February 16, 2026, 5:30 pm
Fake ad blocker breaks PCs in new malware extension scam
Chrome and Edge users warned about NexShield browser extension scam that causes crashes and tricks users into installing malware through fake security fix commands.
Published: February 16, 2026, 12:08 pm
Why physical ID theft is harder to fix than credit card fraud
Physical ID theft recovery proves more complex than credit card fraud, requiring police reports across multiple jurisdictions and extensive documentation.
Published: February 15, 2026, 4:17 pm
Clean up your social media feed and cut the noise
Clean up chaotic social media feeds across Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, X, Threads and LinkedIn using content preferences, feed filters and algorithm retraining techniques.
Published: February 15, 2026, 12:06 pm
These Unsinkable Tubes Could Help Harvest Energy From the Ocean
Researchers developed aluminum structures that trap air bubbles, making them able to float perpetually in even the harshest environments.
Published: February 16, 2026, 4:22 pm
Vaccine Makers Curtail Research and Cut Jobs
Federal policies under Robert F. Kennedy Jr. that are hostile to vaccines have “sent a chill through the entire industry,” one scientist said.
Published: February 16, 2026, 10:08 pm
Should Drug Companies Be Advertising to Consumers?
Aging means “becoming a target” of the industry, one expert said. After decades of debate, politicians of all stripes are proposing bans.
Published: February 16, 2026, 4:06 pm
Could an Electronic Coach Help Ski Jumpers Leap Farther?
Future Olympic prospects are testing a device that can give them corrective advice in real time as they hurtle into the air.
Published: February 15, 2026, 12:25 pm
Alfred Blumstein, Who Transformed the Study of Crime, Dies at 95
An engineer by training, he used systems theory and quantitative analysis to examine criminal behavior, revealing the systemic patterns of crime.
Published: February 15, 2026, 2:42 am
El Niño May Be Back This Summer, Bringing Drought and Floods
The powerful weather pattern is expected to shift into gear again around June, NOAA said, though its strength this time remains a question.
Published: February 16, 2026, 2:25 pm
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