Public Works asked the board to ratify a $150,000, 100% reimbursable Department of Health agreement for a consolidation feasibility study and to initiate a CRP for local road projects, beginning with sidewalk and ADA improvements on Dyckman Road.

The Ascension Parish School Board voted to permit up to 20 volunteer high-school athletes to take part in an LSU study of heat effects, but required legal protections and parental administration of ingestible thermometers as conditions of approval.

A ketogenic diet outperformed both the Mediterranean and a low-fat, plant-forward diet on several measures of metabolic health in a new clinical trial involving people with obesity, prediabetes, and f...

Researchers will test whether Salacia reticulata or acetic acid bacteria extract helps adults process alcohol after sake.

An Oregon State study found frequent cannabis users wake up with higher cortisol, the body’s stress hormone. Here is what that might mean for the "cannabis relieves stress" idea.

In data from 340,924 British adults, wine tracked with lower cardiovascular mortality at modest intake, unlike beer, cider or spirits.

A recent study published in a leading medical journal has uncovered significant insights into preventing chronic diseases through lifestyle interventions. Researchers analyzed data from over 100,000 participants across multiple countries, highlighting the critical role of diet, exercise, and stress management in reducing the risk of conditions like diabetes and heart disease. The findings emphasize the importance of early intervention and personalized health strategies. The study, conducted by an international team of scientists, suggests that even small changes in daily habits can have a substantial impact on long-term health outcomes. Experts warn that while the results are promising, further research is needed to determine the most effective approaches for different populations. Public health officials are encouraged to use these findings to develop targeted prevention programs. The research also addresses the growing concern of health disparities, noting that access to resources plays a key role in health outcomes. These conclusions could reshape current medical guidelines and public health policies worldwide.

No final decision has been taken and the group is still evaluating the proposal because airlines are considered a difficult business with limited profitability, the first source said.

Researchers found acetamiprid in 66.7% of grape eaters, suggesting imported produce may be a key exposure source

Researchers say no amount of alcohol protects against mortality, though federal dietary guidelines stopped short of setting a one-drink limit.

Study of 843 papers finds higher odds of multiple cancers and liver diseases, while some heart benefits remain uncertain at low intake levels

Study of 843 papers finds higher odds of multiple cancers and liver diseases, while some heart benefits remain uncertain at low intake levels

A daily inulin supplement may help reduce knee osteoarthritis pain while revealing a possible link between gut health, muscle function, and pain sensitivity. For millions of people living with knee osteoarthritis, managing chronic pain often means choosing between medications with unwanted side e

Researchers say daily exposure to cold activates brown fat and could help speed up body’s burning of calories

An estimated 1.4 billion adults worldwide have high blood pressure, putting them at risk of heart attacks and strokes.