Heart attack risk could rise with artificial sweetener consumption, study finds
The study cites ‘significant concerns' about use of erythritol, common in keto diets, as industry groups says sugar substitutes are safe.
The study cites ‘significant concerns' about use of erythritol, common in keto diets, as industry groups says sugar substitutes are safe.
Listeria outbreak: 3rd death linked to Boar’s Head deli meat recall
So far about 7 million pounds of deli meats have been affected by the recall, which was issued in July.
So far about 7 million pounds of deli meats have been affected by the recall, which was issued in July.
IUD insertion pain addressed in new CDC guidelines
The CDC is now addressing the pain of IUD insertion and offering new guidance for doctors and pain management options.
The CDC is now addressing the pain of IUD insertion and offering new guidance for doctors and pain management options.
EPA halts sale of pesticide DCPA due to risks to unborn babies
The EPA has halted the sale of the pesticide DCPA, citing significant risks to fetal development, including impaired brain development and low birthweight. This marks the first time in 40 years the agency has used its emergency authority to ban a pesticide.
The EPA has halted the sale of the pesticide DCPA, citing significant risks to fetal development, including impaired brain development and low birthweight. This marks the first time in 40 years the agency has used its emergency authority to ban a pesticide.
Sadness, hopelessness in teens may be improving, CDC finds
New data released Tuesday by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention highlighted improvements in mental health among some U.S. teens.
New data released Tuesday by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention highlighted improvements in mental health among some U.S. teens.
What is Angelman syndrome? Colin Farrell opens up about 20-year-old son
Colin Farrell is opening up about life with his 20-year-old son who has Angelman syndrome as the actor launches a new foundation in his honor.
Colin Farrell is opening up about life with his 20-year-old son who has Angelman syndrome as the actor launches a new foundation in his honor.
Pain on the brain: Thinking too hard can actually hurt, a new study says
A new study published by the American Psychological Association finds that mental exertion may lead to negative feelings and frustration.
A new study published by the American Psychological Association finds that mental exertion may lead to negative feelings and frustration.
Tim Walz gets candid about IVF journey with wife
Kamala Harris' VP pick Governor Tim Walz opens up about he and his wife's IVF journey while discussing health care freedom.
Kamala Harris' VP pick Governor Tim Walz opens up about he and his wife's IVF journey while discussing health care freedom.
'Star Wars' actor Daisy Ridley diagnosed with Graves' disease after blaming symptoms on 'stressful' role
Graves' disease is an autoimmune disorder that can cause hyperthyroidism, or overactive thyroid.
Graves' disease is an autoimmune disorder that can cause hyperthyroidism, or overactive thyroid.
Is playing chess a weight-loss hack?
Chess requires players to sit for extended periods of time, but some evidence suggests that this stationary game can actually contribute to burning calories and shedding pounds.
Chess requires players to sit for extended periods of time, but some evidence suggests that this stationary game can actually contribute to burning calories and shedding pounds.
Elon Musk says 2nd patient implanted with Neuralink brain chip
Elon Musk shared details about a second patient that has been implanted with his company Neuralink’s cybernetic brain chip.
Elon Musk shared details about a second patient that has been implanted with his company Neuralink’s cybernetic brain chip.
Boar's Head recall: Woman files class action lawsuit against deli company
The listeria outbreak in Boar's Head meats has been linked to at least two deaths.
The listeria outbreak in Boar's Head meats has been linked to at least two deaths.
Here's how much exercise you need to offset the effects of sitting too much
A new study reveals that regular physical activity may significantly mitigate the health risks associated with prolonged sitting among adults.
A new study reveals that regular physical activity may significantly mitigate the health risks associated with prolonged sitting among adults.
Free back-to-school health screenings at Walmart on Saturday. Here's what to know
Families can get a free screening at a Walmart location in their area, and here's how it works.
Families can get a free screening at a Walmart location in their area, and here's how it works.
Millennials, Gen Xers face higher risk of 17 cancers than previous generations, study says
A large study by researchers at the American Cancer Society found that Gen Xers and Millennials face a higher risk of developing certain types of cancers.
A large study by researchers at the American Cancer Society found that Gen Xers and Millennials face a higher risk of developing certain types of cancers.
What is 'Teflon flu'? Illnesses linked to nonstick pans on the rise
Polymer fume fever, or “Teflon flu,” is a flu-like illness caused by inhaling the byproducts of nonstick pans.
Polymer fume fever, or “Teflon flu,” is a flu-like illness caused by inhaling the byproducts of nonstick pans.
Tongue-tie in babies may be overdiagnosed and needlessly treated, AAP says
A new report by the American Academy of Pediatrics reveals that tongue-tie may be overdiagnosed in the U.S. and too often treated with unnecessary surgery.
A new report by the American Academy of Pediatrics reveals that tongue-tie may be overdiagnosed in the U.S. and too often treated with unnecessary surgery.
Measles cases surge to triple last year's — with 5 months to go
Approximately 85% of cases this year have been individuals without a Measles, Mumps, and Rubella (MMR) vaccination.
Approximately 85% of cases this year have been individuals without a Measles, Mumps, and Rubella (MMR) vaccination.
Philadelphia gun violence: Activists, survivors, challenge city leaders to create safer neighborhoods
Gun violence survivors and safety advocates are calling for change, as local activists urge the city to do more to keep communities safe.
Gun violence survivors and safety advocates are calling for change, as local activists urge the city to do more to keep communities safe.
Stop & Shop reopens delis after temporary closure due to listeria outbreak
Stop & Shop temporarily closed all of its delis Friday for a deep cleaning following a federal recall of Boar's Head products spurred by a recent outbreak of listeria.
Stop & Shop temporarily closed all of its delis Friday for a deep cleaning following a federal recall of Boar's Head products spurred by a recent outbreak of listeria.