The dean of UNLV’s school of medicine will step down on Friday, the 8 News Now Investigators have learned.

Probiotics reduced negative mood in a new clinical trial, adding to mounting evidence that the gut-brain connection plays a crucial role in mental health.

ScholarGPS said Dr. Jeffrey L. Cummings received the title for his lifetime contributions in the areas of dementia and drug development.

A new study shows eating food additives may increase the risk of getting diabetes. Specifically, we're talking about ingredients used to make processed creamy and sugar-free food that can sit on the shelf for a long time.

A Las Vegas colon cancer survivor credits early screening with saving her life. According to the American Cancer Society, colon cancer is now the leading cause of cancer-related deaths among men under 50 and the second among women under 50.

Friday was a special day for some UNLV students entering the medical field as 68 member of the Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine, class of 2027, received their White Coats.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is pulling back $11.4 billion in funds allocated in response to the pandemic to state and community health departments, nongovernment organizations and international recipients, the Department of Health and Human Services confirmed Tuesday to NBC News.

Nevada continues to have a physician shortage. Our panel of experts share the challenges of attracting and retaining doctors in Nevada. They also explain how they hope Nevada’s lawmakers address these issues during the 2025 Legislative Session.

“The Las Vegas Medical District has been in existence since the 1990s. We’ve been constantly trying to work to develop it,” says Brian Knudsen. “It’s very common in other cities around the country, to concentrate medical care [like we have]. It makes it easier for patients, makes it easier for healthcare professionals, to be in the same area.”

The Southern Nevada Health District has released the 2025 County Health Rankings and Roadmaps report, highlighting how Clark County compares to national health standards.

Beauty is important in our society, but it's made difficult for us to find ourselves beautiful. How can we overcome this? A psychologist offers advice.

Students of UNLV’s Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine also participated in Friday’s Match Day, with all 60 soon-to-graduate students securing residencies. Forty-one percent will remain in Nevada for their specialty training, according to school officials.