Humans age rapidly in two 'bursts' at these ages, according to study
A Stanford study reveals two rapid aging phases during our lifespan, occurring around ages 44 and 60. The research suggests lifestyle changes to manage these aging "bursts."
A Stanford study reveals two rapid aging phases during our lifespan, occurring around ages 44 and 60. The research suggests lifestyle changes to manage these aging "bursts."
Bay Area doctors urge prostate cancer screenings for those at risk
Tampa Bay area doctors are highlighting the importance of prostate cancer detection and prevention during the month of September, which is recognized as Prostate Cancer Awareness Month.
Tampa Bay area doctors are highlighting the importance of prostate cancer detection and prevention during the month of September, which is recognized as Prostate Cancer Awareness Month.
Apple juice recall expanded over arsenic concerns
A recall of apple juice in the U.S. over arsenic concerns has been expanded from 9,500 cases to 133,500 cases.
A recall of apple juice in the U.S. over arsenic concerns has been expanded from 9,500 cases to 133,500 cases.
How many alarms do you set in the morning? Sleep expert shares ideal number
The more times one hits the snooze button, the more they’re interrupting their sleep cycle, according to a sleep psychologist from the Cleveland Clinic.
The more times one hits the snooze button, the more they’re interrupting their sleep cycle, according to a sleep psychologist from the Cleveland Clinic.
Eggs recalled after salmonella outbreak in multiple states
Eggs from a Wisconsin farm have been recalled after dozens of people across the country were sickened with a salmonella infection.
Eggs from a Wisconsin farm have been recalled after dozens of people across the country were sickened with a salmonella infection.
Watching game shows like 'Jeopardy!' and 'Wheel of Fortune' can boost cognitive health, say experts
Game shows can boost problem-solving skills, improve memory and strengthen your mind — here's how.
Game shows can boost problem-solving skills, improve memory and strengthen your mind — here's how.
Several cases of 'sloth fever' confirmed in Florida: Here's what to know
The Florida Department of Health confirms multiple travel-associated cases of sloth fever in the Bay Area.
The Florida Department of Health confirms multiple travel-associated cases of sloth fever in the Bay Area.
Mobile phones not linked to brain cancer, review of studies suggests
An in-depth evaluation of published studies implies that radio waves from mobile phones do not pose a risk to a person’s health.
An in-depth evaluation of published studies implies that radio waves from mobile phones do not pose a risk to a person’s health.
New COVID vaccines rolling out amid surge in cases
Fall is almost here, and with it comes concerns about a spike in colds, flu, and COVID.
Fall is almost here, and with it comes concerns about a spike in colds, flu, and COVID.
Sleeping longer on weekends could lower heart disease risk by 20%, study finds
People who experience inadequate sleep on weekdays can benefit from weekend catchups.
People who experience inadequate sleep on weekdays can benefit from weekend catchups.
Hearing loss can be linked to early dementia, new study suggests
For years, researchers have been trying to figure out a way to curb the effects of dementia, but a new study shows there's a correlation between the disease and hearing loss.
For years, researchers have been trying to figure out a way to curb the effects of dementia, but a new study shows there's a correlation between the disease and hearing loss.
West Nile virus deaths reported in the US: What to know
Three people have died in the U.S. from West Nile virus, the mosquito-borne illness that can sometimes cause serious, sometimes fatal infections.
Three people have died in the U.S. from West Nile virus, the mosquito-borne illness that can sometimes cause serious, sometimes fatal infections.
11-year-old boy battling brain cancer becomes pilot for flight to Ocala: 'Really exciting'
When Joey Sims is at his home near the Orlando airport, he spends a lot of time looking up at the sky.
When Joey Sims is at his home near the Orlando airport, he spends a lot of time looking up at the sky.
Eli Lilly cutting cost of certain weight loss drugs by at least 50%
Eli Lilly is cutting the cost of certain weight loss drugs, with new single-dose vials costing less than other medications used for obesity.
Eli Lilly is cutting the cost of certain weight loss drugs, with new single-dose vials costing less than other medications used for obesity.
9 people now dead from listeria outbreak tied to Boar's Head deli meats
A listeria outbreak linked to Boar's Head deli meats has claimed the lives of nine people and hospitalized dozens more. The CDC is urging consumers to check their refrigerators and discard any recalled products immediately.
A listeria outbreak linked to Boar's Head deli meats has claimed the lives of nine people and hospitalized dozens more. The CDC is urging consumers to check their refrigerators and discard any recalled products immediately.
US surgeon general names parent stress an 'urgent public health issue'
In a survey, nearly half of parents said their stress was "completely overwhelming" on most days, according to the advisory.
In a survey, nearly half of parents said their stress was "completely overwhelming" on most days, according to the advisory.
Working the night shift may cause dangerous health conditions, long-term risk of disease
Those who often work night shifts could experience increased risk of cancer, digestive problems, other health concerns.
Those who often work night shifts could experience increased risk of cancer, digestive problems, other health concerns.
'Sloth fever': What to know about potentially deadly virus affecting US, Europe
Several cases of Oropouche virus or "sloth fever" have been reported in Florida. The virus can cause headache, pain, nausea and even death in rare cases.
Several cases of Oropouche virus or "sloth fever" have been reported in Florida. The virus can cause headache, pain, nausea and even death in rare cases.
Middle school football player dies from head injury; second this week
A 13-year-old football player in West Virginia has died from a head injury during practice, the second such tragedy this week. His father now advocates for better head protection in youth sports.
A 13-year-old football player in West Virginia has died from a head injury during practice, the second such tragedy this week. His father now advocates for better head protection in youth sports.
Alzheimer’s and other dementia diagnoses can vary by ZIP code, new study finds
Your home address could determine the likelihood of getting a dementia diagnosis, a new study suggests.
Your home address could determine the likelihood of getting a dementia diagnosis, a new study suggests.