New study indicates dementia signs can be detected nearly a decade before diagnosis
A new study from researchers at the University of Cambridge indicates it may be possible to detect dementia within a patient nearly a decade before they are diagnosed.
A new study from researchers at the University of Cambridge indicates it may be possible to detect dementia within a patient nearly a decade before they are diagnosed.
Raisin Bran, Honey Nut Cheerios among cereals not defined as 'healthy' under proposed FDA criteria
Under the FDA’s newly-proposed "healthy" definition for food packaging, salmon, nuts, and seeds would now qualify, while many breakfast cereals would not.
Under the FDA’s newly-proposed "healthy" definition for food packaging, salmon, nuts, and seeds would now qualify, while many breakfast cereals would not.
CVS lowers price on tampons, other menstrual products, pays 'pink tax' in 12 states
CVS is reducing prices by 25% on CVS Health and Live Better brand period products, including tampons, menstrual pads, liners, and cups, the chain said.
CVS is reducing prices by 25% on CVS Health and Live Better brand period products, including tampons, menstrual pads, liners, and cups, the chain said.
For the first time, task force recommends anxiety screenings for children as young as 8
The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force found that screening in primary care can help identify anxiety and depression in older children and teens who are not showing symptoms.
The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force found that screening in primary care can help identify anxiety and depression in older children and teens who are not showing symptoms.
Video games could trigger deadly heart problems in children, study finds
Australian researchers found that war-type video games were the main trigger that caused heart issues in kids.
Australian researchers found that war-type video games were the main trigger that caused heart issues in kids.
Twin sisters diagnosed with breast cancer months apart
Rebecca Lesnik and Sarah Seidl said they were able to lean on each other during one of the toughest moments of their lives.
Rebecca Lesnik and Sarah Seidl said they were able to lean on each other during one of the toughest moments of their lives.
Some scientists raise questions about new COVID-19 vaccine guidance from Florida surgeon general
Some scientists are raising questions about new COVID-19 vaccine guidance from Florida Surgeon General Dr. Joseph Ladapo. He is advising against the mRNA vaccines for men ages 18-39, citing an increased risk for cardiac death, but some health experts are coming out strongly against the new recommendation.
Some scientists are raising questions about new COVID-19 vaccine guidance from Florida Surgeon General Dr. Joseph Ladapo. He is advising against the mRNA vaccines for men ages 18-39, citing an increased risk for cardiac death, but some health experts are coming out strongly against the new recommendation.
Families who eat meals together are often less stressed, survey finds
Overall, the respondents of the American Heart Association survey reported eating alone about half of the time due to difficulties aligning schedules.
Overall, the respondents of the American Heart Association survey reported eating alone about half of the time due to difficulties aligning schedules.
Nurse poisoned 2 babies with insulin, prosecutor says
A neonatal nurse at a hospital in England is accused of killing seven babies and trying to kill 10 others. A prosecutor says the nurse deliberately poisoned two infants with insulin.
A neonatal nurse at a hospital in England is accused of killing seven babies and trying to kill 10 others. A prosecutor says the nurse deliberately poisoned two infants with insulin.
Moffitt Cancer Center uses new exhibit to increase breast cancer awareness
New statistics from the American Cancer Society show the death rate dropped by 43% over the last three decades, translating to 460,000 fewer breast cancer deaths during that time. That same study also found, despite a lower incidence rate in Black women, they had a higher overall death rate, highlighting the importance of addressing racial disparities.
New statistics from the American Cancer Society show the death rate dropped by 43% over the last three decades, translating to 460,000 fewer breast cancer deaths during that time. That same study also found, despite a lower incidence rate in Black women, they had a higher overall death rate, highlighting the importance of addressing racial disparities.
Woman attends rodeo, gets struck by bull and realizes she has cancer
Paige King credits a runaway bull and a rodeo for saving her life.
Paige King credits a runaway bull and a rodeo for saving her life.
Infant born with cancer undergoes chemotherapy, amputation before 1st birthday
Luke Adkins was born with congenital spindle cell rhabdomyosarcoma, a rare cancer that affects the soft tissue.
Luke Adkins was born with congenital spindle cell rhabdomyosarcoma, a rare cancer that affects the soft tissue.
CDC: E. coli outbreak possibly linked to frozen falafel sold at Aldi
Health officials say at least 20 people have been infected from six states.
Health officials say at least 20 people have been infected from six states.
Wendy's E. coli outbreak ends; CDC says source of contamination ‘unknown’
The outbreak has led to multiple lawsuits against Wendy’s.
The outbreak has led to multiple lawsuits against Wendy’s.
Adderall shortages impacting ADHD patients
Pharmacists are sounding the alarm.
Pharmacists are sounding the alarm.
Florida Medical Examiners Commission releases causes of reported Hurricane Ian deaths
Nearly 100 deaths in Florida have been connected to Hurricane Ian, happening before, during, and after the storm made landfall. A report compiled by the Florida Medical Examiners Commission is shedding light on what led up to these deaths and where they happened.
Nearly 100 deaths in Florida have been connected to Hurricane Ian, happening before, during, and after the storm made landfall. A report compiled by the Florida Medical Examiners Commission is shedding light on what led up to these deaths and where they happened.
Crisis Center of Tampa Bay responds to drastic increase in calls after Hurricane Ian
As people begin the long road to recovery after Hurricane Ian, there’s an even greater need for physical and emotional support.
As people begin the long road to recovery after Hurricane Ian, there’s an even greater need for physical and emotional support.
NFL Players Association urges change to league's concussion protocol
The NFL Players Association has urged the league to implement changes to its concussion protocol in time to protect players in this weekend’s games.
The NFL Players Association has urged the league to implement changes to its concussion protocol in time to protect players in this weekend’s games.
Survey: Little progress made in keeping e-cigarettes out of the hands of US kids
The data seems to show an increase, with 14% of surveyed high schoolers saying they vaped recently, up from 11% the year before.
The data seems to show an increase, with 14% of surveyed high schoolers saying they vaped recently, up from 11% the year before.
Emergency rooms stay busy as Hurricane Ian clean up efforts continue
Emergency rooms are staying busy as people get injured while cleaning up debris from Hurricane Ian. With post-storm clean up's underway, many residents want to clear it out, but it's important to know your limits.
Emergency rooms are staying busy as people get injured while cleaning up debris from Hurricane Ian. With post-storm clean up's underway, many residents want to clear it out, but it's important to know your limits.