Built with Gemini, Google’s AI health coach will be everything but a doctor.

This year’s WIRED Health summit in Boston featured Moderna CEO Stéphane Bancel, CNN chief medical correspondent Sanjay Gupta, and a day’s worth of insights and provocative conversations.

Apple just announced a bunch of new health tracking features alongside its new smartwatch lineup — but you might not need to upgrade your device to get access to them. With the launch of watchOS 26 next week, Apple will bring hypertension notifications, live …

According to state health officials, a measles outbreak that started in an undervaccinated community and killed two children is now over.

I sent my cats' saliva to the lab to get health and genetic insights sent to my inbox—with very different results.

Nearly a million records, which appear to be linked to a medical cannabis card company in Ohio, included Social Security numbers, government IDs, health conditions, and more.

A new policy document outlines China’s plan to create an internationally competitive BCI industry within five years, and proposes developing devices for both health and consumer uses.

At the WIRED Health summit, pioneer David Liu said his lab is on the verge of revealing a new gene-editing technique that could target multiple unrelated diseases.

I'm not a fan of AI health and fitness features. Not only do they regurgitate Captain Obvious-level summaries of what you just did, but the "insights" are so generalized that a Google search is often more helpful. So it was with great skepticism that I walked…

Google has brought NBA star Stephen Curry on board to help shape the company’s hardware, features, and AI services. The long-term partnership was announced today at the Made by Google event, with Curry joining the company as a “performance advisor” for Google…

The US health secretary's plans could have a huge impact on health policy not just in the US, but across the globe.

Did they talk about global health or their old friend Jeffrey Epstein?

A new study sheds light on how insomnia might be impacting your noggin's health.

As America's pivotal health agency descends into chaos, the White House has selected the worst possible person to run it.

The health secretary dodged any blame for imploding the CDC's leadership and appeared to endorse anti-vaccination talking points.

"We may need to do a health check because smart people can get involved with these AI."

The latest OS version for Withings's smartwatch-in-disguise also brings updates to sleep tracking and health metrics.

And why is RFK Jr reshaping America’s top health agency?

Thousands says they have suffered health problems or lost property after fire caused by British military.

Accessing treatment in an Afghan mental health facility is difficult - but getting out can be harder.

At an event Wednesday, RFK Jr. argued that children's dysfunctional mitochondria are responsible for a bevy of chronic health and behavioral issues.

Feeding pigeons is common in Indian cities but is now controversial due to rising numbers and health risks.

The Centers for Disease Control had several top officials depart recently, leading to calls for the health secretary's resignation.

TCL has been making its E Ink-inspired Nxtpaper phones for years, but it’s taken the company until now to realize that parents are a likely demographic for it. That’s finally been remedied with the Nxtpaper 5G Junior, a kids phone launching in Europe with a f…

Amazon’s Prime Video is bringing more AI to the football field with new features designed to give viewers more insight into Thursday Night Football games, as highlighted earlier by Deadline. One feature, called Pocket Health, uses AI to analyze “tens of thous…

Macon Blair's new take on Troma's cult horror classic stars Peter Dinklage and hits theaters August 29.

The new Apple Watch Series 11 may seem very familiar, but in a good way.

London Zoo in Regent's Park holds its annual animal weigh-in, with zookeepers weighing and measuring over 10,000 animals to monitor their health and wellbeing.

Sixty-four people were killed in Israeli attacks across Gaza in the past 24 hours, the territory's Hamas-run health ministry said.

The most popular wireless earbuds in the world are ready for their next act.

The logistics of health care can be frustrating. If you have a bureaucratic horror story or need help with a tough question, reach out to Health Care Helpline from NPR and KFF Health News.

The results are mixed on whether healthcare AI will be revolutionary or problematic

Roughly one in three people avoid medical information. New research exploring why suggests the reasons are more complicated than they appear.

Blue Zone lifestyles are linked to longer-than-average lifespans in places like Italy and Japan, but newly described longevity hotspots in Finland are presenting a different story.

The Foreign Office says the group of children will arrive in the UK "in the coming days".

The exodus has set off alarms among staff at the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: “My main concern is they will be replaced with puppets."

Speaking at a WIRED event Tuesday, Moderna CEO Stéphane Bancel said he was “encouraged” by the company’s dialogue with the FDA—but acknowledged recent setbacks.

Susan Monarez is reportedly being pushed out for not supporting RFK Jr.'s anti-vaccine agenda.

The term is "emergency use authorization."

The first death from the illness this year comes as vaccination rates among children have declined.

Google's new AI health coach learns your habits, adjusts plans, and makes wearables more personal.

The nations of the world have been on the precipice of reaching a global agreement to curb plastic pollution for a few years now. Delegates from 184 governments met in Geneva this month to try to hammer out a final treaty, but in the end, they walked away wit…

So I heard you want to play Kirby on hard mode: tough bosses, tricky platforming, complicated puzzles, hidden collectibles, and maybe even punishments for failing. The Star-Crossed World expansion in Kirby and the Forgotten Land's Switch 2 edition certainly i…

Researchers found that overweight individuals, as well as some obese individuals, were no more likely to die than individuals in the upper end of the "normal" BMI range.

If you've recently caught a cold, you might be less likely to get covid right after.

Researchers detected unusually tiny particles of carcinogenic hexavalent chromium that may be able to penetrate deeper inside the body.

After analyzing a dataset of more than 60 million recorded birdsongs, researchers found that birds are singing an average of 50 minutes longer per day.

Denmark's survival rates record for certain cancers was low compared to other wealthy countries - then it came up with a bold plan

Diabetes patients should have better and more equal access to newer medicines, says official healthcare body.

People with learning disabilities die 20 years younger than those without, data shows.

Google’s Pixel 10 has a locked-in Battery Health Assistance feature that purposely slows charging and caps capacity to manage battery wear.

Samsung to roll out much-needed virtual health care tools that give you access to virtual doctors on the go, and more

You can use an old Fitbit watch or tracker with the new Fitbit personal health coach, but the best perks still require a Pixel Watch.

There could be a lot more people working as home health and personal care aides or software developers in 2034.

First impressions: From satellite SOS to a Gemini-powered health coach, here's why the Pixel Watch 4 feels like the upgrade we've been waiting for.

If you're looking to uncover family history or learn more about your health, here's how to decide which DNA testing kit is best for you.

Psychologists have been sounding the alarm for months.

New research exposes a startling lack of real-world testing for air-cleaning tech meant to fight airborne infections.

Barclays analysts highlight a study revealing stark differences in how effectively AI models handle mental health situations.

Every breath people take in their homes or car probably contains significant amounts of microplastics small enough to burrow deep into lungs, new peer-reviewed research finds, bringing into focus a little understood route of exposure and health threat. The Gu…

The woman was one of 180 Gazans evacuated by Italy in response to the humanitarian crisis

The Spanish City Summer Funfair will remain closed until further notice, police say.

The original Pixel Watch was late to the game. For years, there had been rumors of a Google smartwatch that never materialized. Then, when it finally arrived, it was a quintessential first-gen device, with thicc bezels, dismal battery life, and a host of quir…

The shrimp was sold at Walmart with a best-by date of March 2027.

New research shows that most states are still requiring kids to be taught abstinence, while only a minority of states require medically accurate lessons.

An alarming percentage of children aren't spending any free time outdoors, even on weekends.

Whistleblower complaints have raised questions about private equity giant TPG's ability to manage five hospitals and dozens of clinics in Kenya, Nigeria and ...

The annual Wayland BalloonFest from nonprofit 4 One 2 Cares raises awareness for mental health issues affecting West Michigan through a weekend of community ...

The housing crisis is requiring creative scrambling and new partnerships from health care organizations to keep older patients out of expensive nursing homes as homelessness grows.

As federal health agencies change their approach to vaccine policy leaving access for COVID shots uncertain, some states are taking things into their own hands.

The Trump administration's document about children's health and chronic disease doesn't mention the word "nicotine" once. Tobacco remains the top cause of preventable death in the U.S.

David Sacks, the White House AI czar, doesn't believe "AI psychosis" is real. But he does believe there's a mental health crisis in the country.

OpenAI wants to compete to sell directly to healthcare customers. It brought on digital health veteran Nate Gross to lead its commercial strategy.

The Pixel Watch 4 gets Google's ultimate AI, with a bigger screen and 40-plus exercise modes.

The health AI unicorn isn't planning to go public anytime soon. Instead, it's using cash from its recent $275 million fundraise to power acquisitions.

Watching my father's health decline has been hard. When my patience runs low, I try to consider the frustration he must be feeling.

Traditional, healthy diets are being replaced by ultra-processed foods, often high in sugar and additives, the UN agency says.

Some 154 million people in the United States get health care through their employer — and for many, their costs are about to go way up.

Apple's upcoming AirPods Pro 3 will indeed feature in-ear temperature sensing as well as heart-rate sensing, but the rumored live translation feature is not ready for launch and will instead arrive in a later software update. That's according to an anonymous …

All young children in England and Wales will be offered a free chickenpox vaccine by the NHS from January 2026.

Families impacted have criticised the review, calling it "not fit for purpose".

We tried Google's new Pixel Watch 4 smartwatch, and Apple might need to stop resting on its laurels with the Apple Watch.

AI tech in the fitness and health categories stole the show at IFA 2025, and I tried wearing an AI-assisted exoskeleton to see if it's a banger or a bust.

While rare, Naegleria fowleri infections have a 98% mortality rate.

Scary as squirrel fibroma virus looks, the animals usually recover and the infection isn't dangerous to people.

Try these health tips to have your best week yet.

A new study finds that nearly 1 in 10 kids on Medicaid visiting an emergency department for mental health care remain stuck there for days waiting for follow up psychiatric care.

Dr. Neelendu Dey, who researches how gut microbes could prevent colon cancer, is mostly plant-based but still enjoys his favorite foods.

Abu Dhabi is gathering the DNA of Emirati newborns in a significant expansion of a national genomic sequencing project that aims to put the UAE on the cutting-edge of health care. From a report: The UAE capital has so far mapped the genomes of 68% of Emirati …

Chronic inflammation is linked to a range of conditions including heart disease, cancer, and dementia. Eating a Mediterranean-style diet, like registered dietitian Amy Buckley, could help lower the risk.

It's a growing fitness trend. People say wearing a weighted vest when you exercise builds bones, strengthens muscles and improves cardiovascular health. But does research back up these claims?

A report that health secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. has promised will come out this month will look at the causes of autism. Many worry it will have claims unsupported by science.

Amanda Anisimova beat Naomi Osaka in the U.S. Open semifinals early Friday in a tense, three-set match. Both players have been climbing up the rankings after taking mental health breaks from the sport.

More than 750 current and former HHS employees signed a letter to Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. demanding he stop spreading inaccurate information and guarantee the safety of the workforce.

Foreign doctors have been serving as medical volunteers, but must be approved by Israel to enter Gaza. The World Health Organization says denial rates have increased by 50% since March.

The virus took the world by storm. It was declared a "public health emergency of continental concern." What's the current status? With the U.S. aid cuts, one doctor says, "We're flying blind."

The mental health effects of Hurricane Katrina have been studied for more than a decade, and that research found that post-traumatic growth can co-exist with post-traumatic stress.

More than 750 current and former HHS employees signed a letter to Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. demanding he stop spreading inaccurate information and guarantee the safety of the workforce.

The World Health Organization nixed the name "monkeypox." The virus is spread by rodents and small mammals. And there's a stigma factor. Mpox took its place. Why has the U.S. returned to "monkeypox"?

Climate change means UK summers are getting drier and hotter but complaints about rain may not be a thing of the past. Ben Rich explains.