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Amid the surge in GLP-1 weight-loss medications, some have questioned whether invasive procedures like lap band, gastric sleeve and bypass surgeries could wane in popularity.
Carnie Wilson, of the band Wilson Phillips, recently shared her «very scary» experience on social media after having her laparoscopic adjustable gastric band (lap band) removed.
The singer previously had gastric bypass surgery before having a lap band placed in 2012. With this procedure, a silicone device is surgically placed around a portion of the stomach to restrict food intake.
CARNIE WILSON ADMITTED TO HOSPITAL DUE TO LAP-BAND SURGERY COMPLICATIONS
Wilson, 57, wrote in an Instagram post how she was readmitted to the hospital after the removal surgery due to high blood pressure and swelling.
«It was intense. They found an ulcer in there,» Wilson said. «It doesn't surprise me with all the stress I've had this year. They actually found an obstruction with food inside the lap band … That makes me want t..

People with certain bacteria and fungi in their mouths may face a dramatically higher risk of pancreatic cancer — more than three times greater — according to new research from NYU Langone Health and and Perlmutter Cancer Center.
In the study, which was published in JAMA Oncology, researchers identified 27 types of bacterial and fungal species in the mouth’s microbiome that may contribute to the disease.
Pancreatic cancer is one of the deadliest cancers — in 2025, an estimated 67,440 Americans will be diagnosed and about 51,980 people will die from it, according to the American Cancer Society.
CANCER VACCINE SHOWS PROMISE IN PREVENTING RECURRENCE OF PANCREATIC, COLORECTAL TUMORS
«Right now, we don’t have good screening tests, and treatment options are limited — so, finding new modifiable risk factors is very important, because it can help us prevent this disease,» co-senior study author Jiyoung Ahn, Ph.D., professor of population health at NYU Grossman School of Medicine and associate ..

Women in their 60s and 70s could theoretically one day give birth to genetically related children, according to scientists pioneering a breakthrough technique that converts DNA from skin cells into human eggs capable of producing embryos.
Researchers at Oregon Health and Science University created early-stage human embryos from DNA taken from skin cells and fertilized them with sperm.
Although in its infancy, the experimental technique, described in a new study, could open possibilities for older women who have run out of eggs and also same-sex couples who want children genetically related to both partners.
While some experts caution the work is still in early stages, they predict that, if successful, the technology could be ready for clinical use within 10 to 15 years.
SPERM DONOR'S GENETIC MUTATION LINKED TO CANCER IN 10 CONCEIVED CHILDREN
Dr. Paulo Amato, a reproductive endocrinologist and professor of obstetrics and gynecology at Oregon Health and Science University in Portl..

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is urging traveling Americans to be on high alert for a deadly mosquito-borne virus after reporting an outbreak of chikungunya in Cuba this week.
This announcement comes after reports that chikungunya virus may have been detected in the U.S., although no specific link between the two events has been revealed.
In light of the outbreak in Cuba, the health agency has issued a Level 2 Travel Notice: «Practice Enhanced Precautions.»
CDC WARNS OF 'ENHANCED' VIRUS RISK FOR TRAVELERS AMID OUTBREAK SPREAD BY MOSQUITOES
Chikungunya virus is spread by infected mosquitoes, the same type that carry Zika and dengue.
Symptoms usually appear within a week of being bitten, according to various health departments.
The virus often causes fever and intense joint pain that is sometimes so severe it can be disabling. Other symptoms may include headache, muscle aches, skin rash or swelling.
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The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved a new treatment for advanced breast cancer.
Drugmaker Eli Lilly announced Sept. 25 the approval of Inluriyo, an oral estrogen receptor antagonist, to treat adults with specific types of the disease.
Those types include estrogen receptor-positive (ER+), human epidermal growth factor receptor 2-negative (HER2–), ESR1-mutated advanced or metastatic breast cancer.
WEIGHT LOSS COULD BE JUST A PILL AWAY, STUDY OF NEW MEDICATION SUGGESTS
The once-daily pill is also meant for those who saw disease progression after at least one line of endocrine (hormone) therapy, according to a press release.
In the phase 3 EMBER-3 trial, Inluriyo reportedly reduced the risk of cancer progression or death by 38% compared to endocrine therapy.
Patients with ESR1-mutated metastatic breast cancer saw a «significant» improvement in progression-free survival with Inluriyo, compared to other hormone treatments, like fulvestrant or exemestane, with a median survival..

At 117 years old, María Branyas was confirmed by Guinness World Records to be the world’s oldest living person — and researchers say her long life wasn’t just good luck.
In a statement to Guinness, Branyas attributed her longevity to «order, tranquility, good connection with family and friends, contact with nature, emotional stability, no worries, no regrets, lots of positivity and staying away from toxic people.»
Born in San Francisco, California, Branyas moved to Spain with her family as a child, where she lived for most of her life. Before her death on Aug. 19, 2024, scientists at the Josep Carreras Institute in Barcelona, Spain, studied Branyas' gene samples in an attempt to confirm the reasons for her longevity.
7 COMMON FITNESS MISTAKES OLDER ADULTS MAKE AND HOW TO AVOID THEM FOR BETTER WORKOUTS
Led by Dr. Manel Esteller, head of the Cancer Epigenetics group at the Josep Carreras Leukaemia Research Institute, the research team used non-invasive methods to sample three types ..

A new study suggests that eating fruit could protect the lungs.
Researchers from the University of Leicester in the U.K. discovered that eating a high intake of fruit may reduce the effects of air pollution on lung function.
The findings were presented this month at the European Respiratory Society Congress in Amsterdam.
EATING BLUEBERRIES EARLIER IN LIFE COULD EASE ALLERGIES, STRENGTHEN IMMUNITY, NEW STUDY FINDS
More than 90% of the global population is exposed to air pollution levels that «exceed WHO guidelines,» researcher Pimpika Kaewsri shared during the presentation, according to a press release.
«Ample research shows that exposure to higher air pollution levels is associated with reduced lung function,» Kaewsri said.
Additional research has linked a healthy diet, which includes fruits and vegetables, with better lung function.
«We wanted to explore whether a healthy diet or specific food groups could modify or partly mitigate the known adverse effects of air pollution on lung f..

Amid online trends focused on boosting daily protein intake, Starbucks is pouring more into your morning cup.
The company announced it is «going all-in on protein» with the arrival of its Protein Lattes and Protein Cold Foam, saying the new menu items provide a «delicious way» for customers to add more protein to their day.
But how much nutritional value can a cup of joe really deliver?
For those who were already skipping breakfast, it could help, according to experts.
«This is especially beneficial for individuals who may skip breakfast or meals but reach for a coffee instead,» said registered dietitian Erin Palinski-Wade, who is based in New Jersey.
NEW 'CLEAR PROTEIN' HACK MUSCLES IN AS LATEST TREND IN THE BATTLE OF THE BULGE
The dietitian told Fox News Digital that adding protein can help you feel fuller for longer and may be useful for those with increased nutritional needs, such as athletes or those taking GLP-1 medications.
Tanya Freirich, a registered dietitian nutrit..

Nearly 39 million American adults are currently living with diabetes, the latest data shows — and between 90% and 95% of those cases are type 2 diabetes.
Type 1 diabetes, although it only makes up 5% to 10% of cases, is also well-known.
But researchers now claim that a lesser-known variation — type 5 diabetes, or malnutrition-related diabetes mellitus (MRDM) — warrants its own designation and treatment.
HOW TO REVERSE PREDIABETES BEFORE IT LEADS TO TYPE 2 DIABETES
Type 2 diabetes is more common among adults, but can appear in children. The disease is linked to family history, age, obesity and unhealthy lifestyle factors, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
«Type 2 diabetes is caused by insulin resistance, which is caused by someone eating a diet high in sugars and carbs for decades, where the body perceives its own insulin as foreign and therefore resists it,» Dr. Jeffrey Hockings, founder and CEO of Diabetes Reversal Group in Texas, told Fox News Digital.
«Th..

The key to a good workout could be sitting in your kitchen cabinet.
A viral social media trend claims that taking a spoonful of honey and salt before hitting the gym provides an energy boost.
Some say this combination mimics the effects of pre-workout supplements, which are meant to enhance physical performance and energy levels when exercising.
EATING FOODS IN THIS ORDER COULD HELP WITH WEIGHT LOSS AND BLOOD SUGAR, EXPERTS SAY
TikTok creators and influencers have been filming themselves pouring honey onto a spoon, or even on the back of their hand, and sprinkling it with salt — many opting for natural options of both — and taking a dose before heading to the gym.
In an interview with Fox News Digital, certified holistic nutritionist Robin DeCicco confirmed that this strategy «does make sense» as a pre-workout boost.
The combination mixes a «rapidly digesting carbohydrate» with sodium, both of which are thought to be «beneficial for an effective workout,» the New Jersey-based nutrition..