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NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Gel manicures are a beauty staple for millions, lasting weeks without chips and staying glossy through work, workouts and everything in between. But as of Sept. 1, 2025, the European Union has banned a chemical used in many gel polishes, sparking safety concerns and uncertainty for nail salons, according to a press release.The ingredient in question is Trimethylbenzoyl Diphenylphosphine Oxide (TPO). This compound reacts under UV light to make the polish harden quickly and give it a glass-like finish. As of Sept. 1, 2025, the European Union has banned a chemical used in many gel polishes, sparking safety concerns and uncertainty for nail salons. (iStock)The decision appears to stem from several studies linking TPO exposure to fertility issu...

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! There are numerous paths to living a longer, healthier life, mostly through physical activity, diet and other lifestyle factors.But according to board-certified cardiovascular surgeon Dr. Jeremy London, the key to longevity could come down to two main metrics.In a video posted to his more than 1 million followers on social media, London broke down how two factors – VO2 max and muscle mass – can help increase health span and lifespan.WHAT PEOPLE WHO LIVE TO 100 YEARS OLD HAVE IN COMMON, ACCORDING TO SCIENCEVO2 max is an indicator of how efficiently the body utilizes oxygen with intense exercise, said London, who is based in Savannah, Georgia."In other words, the health of your cardiovascular system," he said. "Not surprising that it increase...

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! A new study has discovered another way to potentially prevent COVID-19.Researchers at Saarland University in Germany headed a clinical trial that found a nasal spray could reduce the risk of coronavirus infection by two-thirds.The phase 2 study, published in JAMA Internal Medicine, ran from March 2023 to July 2024 at Saarland University Hospital.NEW COVID VARIANT MAY CAUSE 'RAZOR BLADE THROAT' — HERE'S WHAT TO KNOWThe 450 healthy adult participants were randomly assigned to receive either the azelastine nasal spray or a placebo, three times per day for 56 days.The researchers conducted SARS-CoV-2 rapid antigen testing twice a week to diagnose infection. People who had symptoms but received negative antigen test results underwent multiple PC...

Dentist shares symptoms of 'chemo mouth' Dr. Rajiv Saini, a dentist and periodontal specialist from Katy, Texas, discusses one of those lesser-known side effects of chemotherapy and radiation for cancer patients. NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Some may assume that losing teeth is just part of growing older. Around 11% of adults between the ages of 65 and 74 have lost all of their teeth, according to 2020 data from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) — and that number rises to one in five at age 75 and older.But according to experts, this isn’t inevitable. Dental professionals shared the following tips to prevent tooth loss and boost overall health.1. Protect gum healthAbout two in three adults over age 65 are dealing with some form of gum disease...

Dr. Marc Siegel, clinical professor of medicine at NYU Langone Health and Fox News senior medical analyst, will interview Robert F. Kennedy Jr. on Tuesday morning on the Fox News Channel.RFK, who was sworn in as secretary of Health and Human Services on Feb. 13, leads the Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) campaign.The main focus of the Tuesday interview will be the current measles outbreak, which has caused more than 160 cases in the U.S. — a vast majority of those in Texas — and one death.CLICK HERE TO GET THE FOX NEWS APP      "I plan to ask about the coordination of services between the Department of Health and Human Services, the CDC and the state of Texas," Siegel told Fox News Digital.  Dr. Marc Siegel, clinical professor of medicine at NYU Langone Health and Fox News senior med...

Join Fox News for access to this content Plus special access to select articles and other premium content with your account - free of charge. By entering your email and pushing continue, you are agreeing to Fox News' Terms of Use and Privacy Policy, which includes our Notice of Financial Incentive. Please enter a valid email address. Having trouble? Click here. Cutting coffee out of morning routines would be a foreign concept to most caffeine lovers in this country.But one CEO claims that quitting coffee has had the opposite effect from what she expected.Nadya Movchan, CEO of London-based communications firm Movchan Agency, told Fox News Digital that she’s feeling more energetic than ever since kicking her coffee habit.DRINKING COFFEE AT A CERTAIN TIME OF DAY COULD REDUCE DEATH RI...

Surgeon general calls for cancer warning on alcohol - CBS News Watch CBS News The U.S. surgeon general is now recommending a new label on alcohol products that warns of the risks of cancer, similar to the warning labels on cigarettes. A new advisory says alcohol consumption is one of the leading preventable causes of cancer, behind smoking and obesity. Dr. Jon LaPook has more. Be the first to know Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. Not Now Turn On