Former NBA player Eric Montross battling cancer, family says
Montross’ family issued a statement through the school on Saturday announcing the 51-year-old’s diagnosis, though it didn’t specify the nature of the cancer.
Montross’ family issued a statement through the school on Saturday announcing the 51-year-old’s diagnosis, though it didn’t specify the nature of the cancer.
New invasive mosquito species spreading in Florida
A mosquito known only by its scientific name, Culex lactator, has already made a permanent home in at least three counties in the Sunshine State.
A mosquito known only by its scientific name, Culex lactator, has already made a permanent home in at least three counties in the Sunshine State.
McConnell leaves rehab facility following therapy for concussion
The 81-year-old Kentucky Republican said in a statement released by his office that he will work from home for the next few days.
The 81-year-old Kentucky Republican said in a statement released by his office that he will work from home for the next few days.
CDC: Autism rates on the rise, especially among minorities
A new CDC report shows autism is on the rise, and rates are increasing quickly for minorities.
A new CDC report shows autism is on the rise, and rates are increasing quickly for minorities.
Eye drop recall: Florida woman sues company after eye removed
Nearly 70 people in 16 states have been infected with Pseudomonas aeruginosa.
Nearly 70 people in 16 states have been infected with Pseudomonas aeruginosa.
Biden administration plans to revamp, modernize organ transplant system
More people than ever are getting new organs, with a record 42,888 transplants last year.
More people than ever are getting new organs, with a record 42,888 transplants last year.
Misophonia: Why common sounds like chewing or breathing can trigger anxiety, anger in some
If these sounds make you want to punch someone, you may be among the one in five people who are affected by the condition called misophonia.
If these sounds make you want to punch someone, you may be among the one in five people who are affected by the condition called misophonia.
Trans flight attendant known for United commercial dies by apparent suicide
Kayleigh Scott, a flight attendant and activist, had a "way of making people feel comfortable and provided support or help to transgender people that needed it," her mom said.
Kayleigh Scott, a flight attendant and activist, had a "way of making people feel comfortable and provided support or help to transgender people that needed it," her mom said.
Pennsylvania Senator John Fetterman expected back 'soon,' but no certain timeline yet
The office of Pennsylvania Sen. John Fetterman says he's expected to return to the chamber soon after seeking inpatient treatment for clinical depression.
The office of Pennsylvania Sen. John Fetterman says he's expected to return to the chamber soon after seeking inpatient treatment for clinical depression.
Former Raiders TE Foster Moreau reveals cancer diagnosis
NFL tight end Foster Moreau revealed Wednesday that he found a new opponent: cancer.
NFL tight end Foster Moreau revealed Wednesday that he found a new opponent: cancer.
Eyedrop recall: Two more people die amid outbreak of bacteria
Three people have died from the outbreak, eight patients have suffered vision loss, and four others have had to have their eyeballs removed, according to the CDC.
Three people have died from the outbreak, eight patients have suffered vision loss, and four others have had to have their eyeballs removed, according to the CDC.
What the latest study on coffee says about heart risk
New research finds that drinking caffeinated coffee did not significantly affect one kind of heart rhythm that results in extra beats.
New research finds that drinking caffeinated coffee did not significantly affect one kind of heart rhythm that results in extra beats.
DNA from Beethoven's hair offers clues on his life, death
This Sunday marks the 196th anniversary of Beethoven's death in Vienna on March 26, 1827, at the age of 56.
This Sunday marks the 196th anniversary of Beethoven's death in Vienna on March 26, 1827, at the age of 56.
Health Watch: CDC warning of fungal infection spreading at 'alarming rate'
Dr. Mike joins "Good Day Philadelphia" to discuss the CDC's warning about a fungal infection spreading at an "alarming rate."
Dr. Mike joins "Good Day Philadelphia" to discuss the CDC's warning about a fungal infection spreading at an "alarming rate."
Mental health workers shortage has created a growing healthcare crisis
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services estimates a deficit of 10,000 mental health professionals by 2025 across the country
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services estimates a deficit of 10,000 mental health professionals by 2025 across the country
Deadly fungal infection C. auris spreading at 'alarming rate,' CDC says
The CDC called C. auris an urgent threat because it’s often resistant to antifungal drugs and spreads easily in healthcare facilities.
The CDC called C. auris an urgent threat because it’s often resistant to antifungal drugs and spreads easily in healthcare facilities.
DEA issues dire US warning of fentanyl mixed with flesh-eating 'tranq' drug
Xylazine, also known as “tranq," is a powerful animal sedative that’s known to cause open skin wounds so severe – it can lead to amputation.
Xylazine, also known as “tranq," is a powerful animal sedative that’s known to cause open skin wounds so severe – it can lead to amputation.
Biden signs bill to declassify information on COVID-19 origins
President Joe Biden has signed a bipartisan bill that directs the federal government to declassify as much intelligence as possible about the origins of COVID-19 more than three years after the start of the pandemic.
President Joe Biden has signed a bipartisan bill that directs the federal government to declassify as much intelligence as possible about the origins of COVID-19 more than three years after the start of the pandemic.
World's happiest countries for 2023 — Here's where the US ranks
The 2023 World Happiness Report found that global acts of benevolence were found to be about 25% more common in 2022 compared to before the pandemic.
The 2023 World Happiness Report found that global acts of benevolence were found to be about 25% more common in 2022 compared to before the pandemic.
COVID-19 pandemic expected to end this year 'as a public health emergency,' says World Health Organization
Optimism declared about declining deaths, though WHO falls short of declaring end of emergency now.
Optimism declared about declining deaths, though WHO falls short of declaring end of emergency now.