Health & Wellness

Somersworth – September 30, 2026 -- Atlantic Digestive Specialists has notified patients that their Social Security numbers, medical records, and financial data may have been accessed by unauthorized parties during a network breach earlier this year.

Suspicious network activity triggered an investigation in March 2026

The New Hampshire-based gastroenterology practice detected suspicious activity on its systems and immediately secured its network, then hired outside cybersecurity experts to investigate. That probe found that intruders may have viewed or acquired data between March 16 and March 17, 2026.

New York City – – September 30, 2026 -- Hilarity for Charity (HFC), the nonprofit founded by filmmakers Seth Rogen and Lauren Miller Rogen, will host its fifth annual HFC Comedy Night on Friday, October 2, at Racket NYC, 431 W 16th St, raising funds for Alzheimer's caregiver support and brain health education.

The 21-and-over event kicks off with a VIP reception at 6:00 PM, followed by general admission doors at 7:00 PM and showtime at 8:00 PM.

Desi Lydic emcees a lineup of stand-up comedians and live music

Comedian Desi Lydic will host the evening, with stand-up sets from Byron Bowers, Jay Jurden, Bryan Safi, Jo Sunday and Maddie Wiener. No Static Orchestra will provide live music, and organizers promise additional surprises throughout the night.

New York – – September 30, 2026 -- Tmrw, a daily longevity drink formulated to replace more than 20 individual supplements with a single scoop, officially launched in the U.S. today. The NSF Certified for Sport product packs 88 science-backed ingredients into one clinically dosed formula covering longevity, gut health, cognition and foundational nutrition.

Founders Anthony Baxter and Stuart Vaughan, previously behind Simply Nootropics, spent more than two years and over 100 formulation iterations developing the product. Baxter said the idea grew from watching customers stack one supplement for energy, another for gut health and another for longevity, and from his own burnout while running a high-growth digital agency.

Oak Brook, Ill. – September 30, 2026 -- Vehicle thefts in the United States fell 21% during the first half of 2026 compared with the same period last year, with all 50 states posting year-over-year declines, according to a new analysis from the National Insurance Crime Bureau (NICB).

A total of 268,415 vehicles were reported stolen to law enforcement between January and June 2026, translating to a national theft rate of roughly 77.81 thefts per 100,000 people.

Every state saw thefts decline, but the drops varied widely

The District of Columbia posted the steepest improvement, with thefts down 52% versus the first half of 2025. Despite that drop, D.C. still recorded the highest theft rate of any jurisdiction analyzed, at 181.94 thefts per 100,000 residents.

Oakland – September 30, 2026 -- BodySpec has opened a new storefront in downtown Oakland offering medical-grade DEXA body scans for under $60, giving East Bay residents a fast way to track muscle mass, visceral fat, and bone density as GLP-1 weight-loss drug use rises.

The 12-minute scan measures body fat, visceral fat, lean muscle mass, and bone density, paired with a digital dashboard and a conversational AI agent that explains results and suggests personalized next steps.

GLP-1 users risk losing muscle along with fat

One in 8 Americans currently uses a GLP-1 medication, and studies show 25 to 40 percent of weight lost on these treatments can be lean muscle rather than fat, according to BodySpec.

Carlsbad – September 30, 2026 -- Qualia Life Sciences launched Qualia Perimenopause on September 29, a hormone-free supplement taken once daily that the company says cuts overall perimenopause symptom burden by about 62% after 28 days.

The formula combines seven natural bioactives in one capsule

Qualia Perimenopause contains seven non-GMO ingredients, including three branded components that have been clinically studied on their own. The product is also soy-free, gluten-free, dairy-free, and does not require refrigeration.

A 28-day study compared three candidate formulas head-to-head

In an in-home trial, Qualia's formula was tested against two other perimenopause products over 28 days. By the end of the study period, participants using Qualia Perimenopause reported roughly a 62% reduction in overall symptom burden compared to their baseline, outperforming the two comparison formulas.

New York – September 30, 2026 -- Understood.org, a nonprofit supporting neurodivergent individuals and their families, has launched a new brand campaign called "Less Noise, More Understood," timed to ADHD and Learning Disabilities Awareness Month in October.

The campaign targets misinformation overload facing parents

Research cited by the organization found that 52% of TikTok videos about ADHD and 41% of videos about autism contain inaccurate or misleading information. One in four caregivers say they've regretted a health decision for their child because of conflicting information they encountered.

"Social media mentions of 'neurodivergence' more than quadrupled between 2021 and 2025, and they're still climbing," said Nathan Friedman, co-president and chief marketing officer at Understood. "As the conversation grows, this community deserves credible information that's easy to find, trust and act on."

New York – September 30, 2026 -- Hanhoo, the Korean-beauty acne care brand, has launched in more than 600 CVS Pharmacy locations nationwide and on CVS.com, with products starting at $5.49.

The CVS rollout expands access to Hanhoo's hydrocolloid patch lineup

The collection includes the Blemish Patch (36 count, $5.49), transparent hydrocolloid patches in 10mm and 12mm sizes designed to absorb oil and fluid from whiteheads and surface pimples while protecting against picking. The EraZit Magnesium Microdart Patch (8 count, $11.49) targets deeper, under-the-skin breakouts with 18 non-dissolving magnesium microdarts per 12mm patch.

A first-of-its-kind dispenser lets users apply patches on the move

The On The Go Blemish Patch (108 count, $10.99) introduces a portable, pull-tape dispenser that releases one 12mm hydrocolloid patch at a time, allowing application without carrying a full box or peeling individual patches from packaging.

Los Angeles – September 30, 2026 -- Comfytemp has launched what it calls the market's first electric heating patch designed specifically for period cramps, giving women a reusable, wearable alternative to bulky heating pads and single-use disposable patches.

The patch targets the lower abdomen and lower back with electric warmth

The compact device delivers targeted heat to areas commonly associated with menstrual discomfort. Unlike traditional heating pads, which require users to stay near an outlet or remain in one position, the patch is built for movement.

It aims to solve the portability-versus-reusability tradeoff

Disposable menstrual heating patches let users move freely but must be replaced after each use. Comfytemp's version combines that portability with electric heating technology in a reusable format, letting women wear it during work, commuting, travel, or exercise.

Oceanside, Calif. – September 30, 2026 -- GUNNAR Optiks has launched the Ojai Vision Recovery System, a $99 wearable designed to help screen-heavy users decompress in a single 10-minute session, available now at GUNNAR.com and select retail partners.

The device combines heat, compression and vibration in a foldable mask

Ojai delivers rhythmic air compression around the eyes, gentle heat at approximately 43°C (109°F), and vibration across five customizable recovery modes. It includes built-in Bluetooth audio for music, podcasts or guided relaxation, and a full-blackout design meant to block ambient light entirely. The unit folds for storage and recharges for repeat use at home, in the office or while traveling.