A young man in his early 20s ended up with frostbite in his mouth and throat after using nitrous oxide recreationally—yes, the stuff people sometimes call "whippets" or "laughing gas." Doctors detailed his case in a medical journal, highlighting an unexpected but serious risk of mishandling the gas, which gets extremely cold when released.

Editor’s Note: Most people think of nitrous oxide as a relatively harmless party drug, but this case shows how easily things can go wrong. The gas is stored under high pressure, and when inhaled directly from canisters, it can cause frostbite almost instantly. It’s a stark reminder that even "light" recreational substances can have dangerous consequences if used carelessly—something worth considering as nitrous oxide becomes more popular.

Good news for black coffee lovers—skipping the sugar and cream might actually help you live longer. A new study from Tufts University found that people who drink their coffee plain have a lower risk of dying from heart disease and a 14% lower chance of death from any cause compared to non-coffee drinkers.

Marie Neidert, 43, initially turned to Botox for migraine relief but ended up loving its wrinkle-smoothing perks. Now, she’s part of a growing trend where people are skipping the clinic and self-injecting Innotox, a Korean-made Botox alternative, at home—often after watching social media tutorials. Experts warn this DIY approach carries serious risks, from infections to botched results, but the allure of convenience and lower costs keeps the trend spreading.

A U.S. judge has ruled that recent layoffs at the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)—including at high-profile agencies like the CDC—were probably illegal and should be stopped immediately. The decision impacts workers across four divisions who were let go, suggesting the cuts violated legal protections or procedures.

A father and son, Donnie and Eric Seals, turned their lives around by picking up biking after Donnie underwent three open-heart surgeries. What started as a way to get healthier became a cherished routine that strengthened their bond—so much so that Eric, a filmmaker, began documenting their rides.

Turns out, that late-night cheese snack might be doing more than just satisfying your cravings—it could be fueling some seriously wild dreams. New research hints that if you're lactose intolerant, eating cheese before bed might crank up the intensity of your nightmares. So, if you’ve been waking up in a cold sweat after a midnight cheddar binge, your gut might be the culprit.

Researchers warn that proposed cuts to USAID funding by the Trump administration could have catastrophic consequences, leading to an estimated 14 million deaths globally over the next five years. The reductions would dismantle critical health and humanitarian programs, leaving vulnerable populations without lifesaving aid.

A new Republican-backed proposal could require parents like this mom—who cares for her disabled adult son full-time—to prove they’re employed to keep their Medicaid benefits. Supporters argue it’s about fiscal responsibility and encouraging work, but critics say it unfairly targets vulnerable families already stretched thin.