Air Force cadet's cause of death blamed on rare bacterial infection
Avery Koonce, 19, was found dead at US Air Force Academy in early September.
Ultra-processed foods make up 60% of America’s diet, who's at biggest risk
Here are some tips for moving kids away from processed foods.
Kindergarten vaccine exemptions reach all-time high
More than 30 states reported lower vaccination rates among kindergartners for the 2023-2024 school year. Here's what that means for your child.
Breast cancer deaths down, but cases up — especially in younger women
A new American Cancer Society report highlights an alarming rise in breast cancer incidence, particularly among younger women and minorities, even as overall death rates continue to decline.
Over 1 in 3 children worldwide are nearsighted, study finds
A recent study reveals that over 1 in 3 children worldwide are currently nearsighted, with rates expected to rise further by 2050.
CVS Health to cut 2,900 jobs
CVS Health announced that it will cut 2,900 jobs as part of a cost-cutting plan.
Former MLB pitcher Tommy John reflects on 50th anniversary of famous surgery
Inside his home office in Bradenton, Tommy John can rewind and reflect on a career in baseball.
Is my COVID test expired? How to check, and what to do
If you have unused COVID tests lying around at home, they may be OK to still use. Here’s what to know as the cold and flu season ramps up.
Ellen DeGeneres shares three recent health diagnoses during special
During Ellen DeGeneres' final Netflix special, the 66-year-old comedian opened up about her recent triple diagnosis as she got candid about aging.
US suicides remain at highest level in nation’s history
A new report from the CDC reveals that more than 49,000 suicides were reported in 2023, which remain at the highest level in U.S. history.
'Galaxy Gas': Kids are inhaling dangerous levels of nitrous oxide
Videos of kids inhaling Galaxy Gas have taken off on social media, leading to new concerns about the dangers of abusing nitrous oxide.
Nearly 200 chemicals linked to breast cancer could be exposed to people’s food: Study
Researchers said the study is a good jumping off point to improve the world’s understanding of what outside factors cause breast cancer and how to better prevent exposure.
Florida officials pressure schools to roll back sex ed lessons on contraception and consent
Some Florida school districts are rolling back a more comprehensive approach to sex education in favor of abstinence-focused lessons under pressure from state officials who have labeled certain instruction on contraception, anatomy, and consent as inappropriate for students.
Which cities are best for women? Study highlights economic, health, and safety
A new study by WalletHub reveals the best cities for women in 2024 based on economic, health, and safety factors.
Report details the lesser known link between alcohol and cancer risk
The latest Cancer Progress Report reveals a 33% decline in U.S. cancer deaths since 1991, but also highlights the lesser-known cancer risk posed by alcohol consumption.
More than 3,000 chemicals enter the body through food packaging, study finds
A new study recently found evidence for widespread human exposure to food contact chemicals (FCCs) through food packaging items.
Teen brains aged faster during pandemic, researchers say
One of the lasting impacts of the pandemic, researchers say, is the way it physically changed our brains, and studies show teenage brains may have changed the most.
More evidence found of microplastics infiltrating human brain, study says
Researchers in Brazil found evidence of microplastics in the brain tissue of human cadavers.
COVID XEC variant, reportedly more contagious, starting to spread
Health experts and scientists around the world are sharing thoughts on what they believe will be the next dominant COVID variant to watch for this fall - XEC.
Drug-resistant superbugs could kill more than 39 million by 2050, study suggests
More than 39 million people globally could die from superbugs that are resistant to widely-used medications by 2050, according to a new study.