Health & Wellness

WASHINGTON – November 04, 2026 -- Seven in 10 families (70%) now use AI assistants such as ChatGPT and Claude when searching for a senior living community, yet 75% say they would not make a final decision without independent validation, according to new U.S. News & World Report research.

The online survey, fielded by an independent third-party platform, reached more than 500 U.S. adults who were actively researching or had recently moved into senior living communities.

Younger relatives drive AI use in the search

Adults ages 18 to 44 adopt AI at the highest rates, and grandchildren are a key force. They use it to research care options, draft inquiries and vet safety records for grandparents. Within this age group, 53% use AI for discovery and side-by-side facility comparisons, 33% use it to draft outreach emails and 32% use it to investigate safety records and complaints.

Cumming – November 04, 2026 -- Patients of ConfiDENT in Alpharetta and Cumming, Georgia, now have a dentist who belongs to a group that fewer than 4% of U.S. dentists are invited to join. Dr. Cesar Tapia, the practice's founder, was awarded Fellowship in the American College of Dentists (ACD) on October 24, 2026.

Fellowship is by invitation, based on leadership

Tapia received the honor at the College's Annual Meeting and Convocation in Santa Barbara, California. The ACD was founded in 1920 to recognize dentists who advance excellence, ethics, professionalism and leadership in oral healthcare. Invitations are based on demonstrated leadership and contributions to the profession and society. The annual Convocation formally welcomes each new class of Fellows.

Tapia called the moment "one of the proudest moments of my career."

Stuttgart – November 04, 2026 -- A cosmetic nose correction can also make breathing easier: Dr. Gregor Fuchshuber of Stuttgart's Sophienklinik says about 90 percent of his corrections improve airflow as well as appearance.

Fuchshuber has spent 16 years as a senior physician for plastic and aesthetic surgery at the clinic and operates on up to 200 noses a year. He always looks at the whole face first, because the nose has to work as well as look good.

A straight nasal bridge improves airflow

According to Fuchshuber, a straight bridge creates more favorable flow conditions than a hump or a curve. Air cannot flow around a bend, so it swirls and creates resistance. Once a hump is removed or a drooping tip is lifted, the air moves in a straight, laminar stream. Patients often tell him they had no idea how well one could breathe.

MINNEAPOLIS – November 05, 2026 -- Every dollar donated to the American Academy of Neurology's new year-end giving campaign goes directly to brain research, the organization announced on Nov. 4, 2026. The tax-deductible gifts support the AAN Research Program, which backs researchers working on new treatments and cures for brain diseases and disorders.

Demand for grants outpaces what the AAN can fund

Hundreds of researchers apply for AAN grants. The AAN invested nearly $1.8 million in 2026, yet millions of dollars in viable neuroscience research went unfunded.

AAN Chief Executive Officer Mary E. Post said, "We know that excellent research proposals go unfunded." She said the organization wants enough funding to support work that may eventually lead to a cure for MS or a way to prevent Alzheimer's.

West Palm Beach – November 05, 2026 -- PeptideWorld, an online education platform, is expanding its library of research-based guides on peptide therapies, GLP-1 medications, hormone replacement and longevity medicine for consumers.

The site is powered by eūvita Health, a physician-led whole-health platform. PeptideWorld says growing interest in these treatments exposes consumers to conflicting information, exaggerated claims and therapies that may lack sufficient human clinical evidence.

A multidisciplinary board reviews the content

The platform's Scientific Advisory Board includes MDs, PhDs, scientists, nurses and registered dietitians. Their expertise covers peptide science, molecular biology, hormone optimization, metabolic health, nutrition and longevity medicine.

An editorial and medical review process emphasizes peer-reviewed literature and separates established medical treatments from emerging or investigational therapies.

SAN JOSE – November 05, 2026 -- Night Zyme Overnight Glass Skin Resurfacing Complex, a sleep-in mask from Marini SkinSolutions (formerly Jan Marini Skin Research), has won a 2026 Shop TODAY Ageless Beauty Award. It is the product's third major industry award this year.

The mask uses enzymes to clear dead surface cells overnight

Night Zyme launched in November 2025 as part of the brand's Glass Skin technologies. It combines proteolytic enzymes, peptides and hydrators in a hydrating overnight mask. The enzymes digest dead surface cells without irritation or inflammation, according to the company. The peptides and hydrators are meant to improve skin texture and quality.

With consistent evening use, skin can look smoother, more polished and luminous, with a glass-like finish, the brand says.

Montréal – November 04, 2026 -- Rouge Care has launched the G5 series, a line of red and near-infrared light therapy panels in four sizes, each paired with an upgraded app and arriving ahead of the holiday season.

Eight wavelengths power every G5 panel

Every panel uses eight research-backed wavelengths and a dense array of dual-chip, high-output LEDs. The Canada-based company says the panels are designed for goals ranging from skin health and muscle recovery to joint comfort, relaxation, energy and focus.

A touchscreen and Bluetooth app handle the setup

The G5 adds a touchscreen interface and a Bluetooth-connected app. Seven built-in presets include Collagen Boost, Muscle Primer, Evening Wind-Down and Recover & Restore. The app logs sessions automatically and refines programs over time based on usage. It is available in English only for now, with a French version planned.

CHICAGO – November 04, 2026 -- Prevent Blindness has declared Nov. 9-15, 2026, its Seventh Annual Thyroid Eye Disease (TED) Week, with free educational resources in English and Spanish for people living with the condition.

What thyroid eye disease does to vision and appearance

TED, also called Graves' ophthalmology or Graves' eye disease, is often caused by certain types of thyroid disease. According to the Cleveland Clinic, it can inflame and swell the tissues around the eyes and cause pain. Most cases are mild. Severe cases can keep the eyes from moving and closing properly, make the eyes bulge and cause double vision. These changes can alter physical appearance and reduce quality of life.

Yale Medicine reports that TED affects 25-50 percent of people with Graves' disease.

Highlands Ranch – November 04, 2026 -- Families in Colorado can now get pediatric orthopedic care, sports medicine, imaging, therapy and athletic training at one site, with same-day appointments offered. Children's Hospital Colorado has opened its new Orthopedic and Sports Medicine Center in Highlands Ranch, built for pediatric orthopedic patients and competitive youth athletes.

Eleven programs share one address

The center houses the General Orthopedics, Fracture, Hand and Upper Extremity, Hip, Spine, Foot and Ankle, and Cerebral Palsy programs. It also hosts the Sports Medicine Center, Sports Nutrition and Sports Medicine Physical Therapy programs. The newest addition is a flagship Sports Performance Program.

These services were previously offered at the hospital's nearby Centennial and South Campus locations. The Highlands Ranch center combines them with a streamlined referral process.

United States – October 27, 2026 -- Families affected by Duchenne muscular dystrophy have early data on SGT-003, an investigational gene therapy from Solid Biosciences: 90 days after dosing, three boys showed average microdystrophin expression of 110%.

Three boys show muscle health improvements at 90 days

The Phase 1/2 INSPIRE DUCHENNE study reported initial data from its first three patients: two 5-year-old boys and one 7-year-old boy. Beyond microdystrophin expression, the company observed reductions in the muscle injury markers CK, AST, ALT, Titin, LDH and eMHC. It describes this as potential stabilization of muscle health.

The company also reports promising signs of muscle function preservation and encouraging early findings in potential cardiac benefit. Heart health is critically important in Duchenne. The company calls its outlook one of cautious optimism.