Maternal mortality rate in U.S. declines, but racial disparities remain: CDC data
Following an increase in women dying during pregnancy or after childbirth earlier in the pandemic, mortality rates dropped significantly in 2022, according to a new CDC report.
Following an increase in women dying during pregnancy or after childbirth earlier in the pandemic, mortality rates dropped significantly in 2022, according to a new CDC report.
Walnuts recalled amid E. coli outbreak in multiple states, CDC says
An E. coli outbreak connected to organic walnuts has prompted a warning from the CDC, as well as a recall. The walnuts were sold at retailers in at least 19 states.
An E. coli outbreak connected to organic walnuts has prompted a warning from the CDC, as well as a recall. The walnuts were sold at retailers in at least 19 states.
Mammogram screening to detect breast cancer should now start at 40, panel says
Breast cancer is the second-most common cause of cancer death for U.S. women.
Breast cancer is the second-most common cause of cancer death for U.S. women.
81% of millennials say they can't afford a midlife crisis
Are millennials a generation in crisis? A majority said that type of crisis is a luxury they can’t afford.
Are millennials a generation in crisis? A majority said that type of crisis is a luxury they can’t afford.
Norovirus: Nearly 200 sick in outbreaks on Princess, Royal Caribbean ships, CDC says
Norovirus outbreaks on Princess Cruises and Royal Caribbean ships in April left nearly 200 people sick, the CDC reported.
Norovirus outbreaks on Princess Cruises and Royal Caribbean ships in April left nearly 200 people sick, the CDC reported.
Here's when people think 'old age' begins, according to study
People think “old age" starts later than it used to, according to a new study published by the American Psychological Association.
People think “old age" starts later than it used to, according to a new study published by the American Psychological Association.
Illinois community celebrates as 2nd-grader returns home cancer-free
In a heartwarming display of community support, residents of Chatham, Illinois, gathered to celebrate the return of second-grader Judah Collins, who has triumphed over cancer.
In a heartwarming display of community support, residents of Chatham, Illinois, gathered to celebrate the return of second-grader Judah Collins, who has triumphed over cancer.
Bird flu in cows: 1 in 5 pasteurized milk samples had traces of virus, FDA says
One in five samples of pasteurized milk contained remnants of the bird flu virus that has infected dairy cows, the FDA said. Here’s what to know.
One in five samples of pasteurized milk contained remnants of the bird flu virus that has infected dairy cows, the FDA said. Here’s what to know.
Christina Applegate had to wear diapers after contracting sapovirus from salad
During a podcast, the actress got candid about getting the virus and using adult diapers.
During a podcast, the actress got candid about getting the virus and using adult diapers.
Tampa teen gets life-saving transplant after heart condition diagnosis
A 13-year-old Tampa boy who desperately needed a heart transplant is now getting the gift of life.
A 13-year-old Tampa boy who desperately needed a heart transplant is now getting the gift of life.
More parents are feeling lonely, burned out, new survey says
More than half of parents who participated in the survey said they felt isolated and lonely and burned out due to their responsibilities as a parent.
More than half of parents who participated in the survey said they felt isolated and lonely and burned out due to their responsibilities as a parent.
New report ranks the most polluted places in the U.S.
The American Lung Association says 131.2 million people – that’s 39% of Americans – live in communities with failing grades for levels of pollution. Here's a map of the best and worst.
The American Lung Association says 131.2 million people – that’s 39% of Americans – live in communities with failing grades for levels of pollution. Here's a map of the best and worst.
Bird flu virus found in milk but FDA says it's safe to drink
Pasteurized milk is still safe to drink despite traces of bird flu particles found, according to the USDA, FDA and CDC.
Pasteurized milk is still safe to drink despite traces of bird flu particles found, according to the USDA, FDA and CDC.
Alcohol-related emergencies on the rise as doctors shed light on connection to stress
April is Alcohol Awareness Month and Stress Awareness Month. The Crisis Center of Tampa Bay and doctors said it's the perfect time to shed light on how these two things can collide.
April is Alcohol Awareness Month and Stress Awareness Month. The Crisis Center of Tampa Bay and doctors said it's the perfect time to shed light on how these two things can collide.
Céline Dion hopes for 'a miracle' to cure Stiff Person Syndrome
When Céline Dion announced in December 2022 that she had been diagnosed with Stiff Person Syndrome, she couldn't give fans much information other than noting her European tours were canceled.
When Céline Dion announced in December 2022 that she had been diagnosed with Stiff Person Syndrome, she couldn't give fans much information other than noting her European tours were canceled.
TikTok video from London dentist goes viral for revealing 3 surprising times you should not brush your teeth
A dentist has gone viral on TikTok after sharing the circumstances in which you should skip brushing your teeth — at least for awhile.
A dentist has gone viral on TikTok after sharing the circumstances in which you should skip brushing your teeth — at least for awhile.
Toddler milk may be harmful, AAP warns amid push for tighter product guidelines
Some health experts contend that toddler milk might not have the nutritional benefits that companies marketing the product may claim it has.
Some health experts contend that toddler milk might not have the nutritional benefits that companies marketing the product may claim it has.
Ground beef health alert: Products may be contaminated with E. coli, FSIS warns
Certain ground beef products may be contaminated with E. coli, the FSIS warned. Here’s what to know.
Certain ground beef products may be contaminated with E. coli, the FSIS warned. Here’s what to know.
Melatonin industry asked to tighten standards after spike in child ER visits
As melatonin’s popularity has increased in the U.S. – so have reports of its poisoning in children.
As melatonin’s popularity has increased in the U.S. – so have reports of its poisoning in children.
Take Steps fundraiser in Tampa supports those living with inflammatory bowel diseases
Dozens of patients, doctors, caregivers and supporters of those living with inflammatory bowel diseases, marched around Midtown Tampa on Sunday morning in support of the Chron's & Colitis Foundation.
Dozens of patients, doctors, caregivers and supporters of those living with inflammatory bowel diseases, marched around Midtown Tampa on Sunday morning in support of the Chron's & Colitis Foundation.