U.S. life expectancy reached new high in 2024: Here are the leading causes of death

Life expectancy in the U.S. rose to its highest in American history in 2024 as the COVID-19 pandemic dissipated and lower death rates were reported for all the nation’s top killers.

US population growth slowest since COVID-19 pandemic

The US population growth slowed significantly last year, and was at its lowest growth rate yet since the coronavirus and Spanish flu pandemics. Trump’s immigration crackdown contributed.

Meta and YouTube facing landmark trial related to youth addiction claims

The two major tech companies will face a jury trial for the first time over allegations that their social platforms have contributed to youth mental health issues.

3 snow shoveling-related deaths reported in Lehigh County

The Lehigh County Coroner's Office says three people died after experiencing medical emergencies while snow shoveling during Sunday's winter storm.

Nearly 90% of US adults show signs of heart-related syndrome, study finds

A new study from the American Heart Association found heart health is improving, but overlapping heart, kidney and metabolic risks remain widespread.

Powdered whole milk may be culprit in botulism outbreak that sickened dozens of babies

Health officials say powdered whole milk used to make ByHeart infant formula could be a source of contamination that led to an outbreak of infant botulism that has sickened dozens of babies.

What is histoplasmosis? Outbreak leaves 1 dead, dozens ill in Tennessee

Tennessee health officials are investigating a fungal infection outbreak that has killed at least one person and sickened dozens more.

Endurance exercise may raise heart rhythm risk for men over 50

New research from the University of Leeds suggests that some male endurance athletes over 50 may face an increased risk of dangerous heart rhythm disturbances during or after exercise.

Cold and flu symptoms keep Pennsylvania hospitals busy despite drop in flu cases

Flu activity is declining in Pennsylvania, but hospitals and pharmacies remain busy with patients experiencing cold and flu symptoms, and health experts warn the flu could surge again next week.

Colleen Hoover reveals cancer diagnosis

Colleen Hoover, the famed author behind "It Ends With Us" and "Verity," revealed she has been diagnosed with cancer and has been receiving radiation treatment.

CDC reports first cruise norovirus outbreak this year, as nearly 90 people are infected

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has confirmed a norovirus outbreak aboard a cruise ship — the first one of the year that's been reported.