Frequent marijuana use linked to increase in heart attack and stroke risk

Researchers in a new study explain that cannabis use, whether smoked, vaped, or ingested, can raise the risk of heart attack and stroke.

Nearly as many abortions happening in US every month as before Roe v. Wade was overturned: Report

A new study conducted for the advocacy group Society of Family Planning found that the number of monthly abortions in the U.S. is similar to what it was before the nation's top court overturned the right to abortion.

DC singer Cat Janice dies after cancer battle; viral final song dedicated to young son

D.C. musician Cat Janice died Wednesday after a battle with cancer. Her final song, ‘Dance You Outta My Head,’ went viral and charted worldwide after it was released in January.

Eye products sold at Walmart, CVS could pose infection risk

Eye ointment products sold at CVS and Walmart stores nationwide are being recalled due to a potential risk of infection, federal health officials said. 

Gary Sinise's son 'Mac' dies following cancer battle

Gary Sinise' son, McCanna Anthony 'Mac' Sinise, was diagnosed with a form of cancer called Chordoma in 2018.

FDA approves food allergy drug to lessen severity of reactions to peanuts, dairy and more

Food allergy drug Xolair (omalizumab) was approved by the FDA, potentially lessening the severity of reactions to foods like peanuts, milk, eggs, wheat, and cashews.

Is the stomach bug going around? CDC reports norovirus spike in Northeast

Cases of the highly contagious norovirus, also known as the stomach bug, are rising across the Northeast, according to the CDC. How does norovirus spread? And how do you get norovirus?

Women likely to see greater benefit from regular exercise than men

A U.S. study found that women only need about half the exercise as men to get the same benefits, and that variations in our “anatomy and physiology” likely account for the differences.

'Oh my God, that's beautiful': Senior citizens try virtual reality in study showing their acceptance

A recent Stanford University study examined the impact of virtual reality (VR) on seniors' well-being, aiming to integrate VR into senior communities for health benefits and dementia management.

Dry air brings the sniffles and runny noses back over the weekend

Plan for more runny noses if you're outside this weekend. The air gets super dry again, and that helps your nose to run when you're out in the cold.

Employees hospitalized after reported chemical odor caused illness in Lehigh County: officials

First responders were called to the Sharp Packaging Solutions company, in Upper Macungie Township, Friday, around noon, on a report of multiple employees feeling ill and a chemical odor permeating the location.

Employees hospitalized after reported chemical odor caused illness in Lehigh County
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First responders were called to a packaging company, in Upper Macungie Township, on a report of multiple employees feeling ill and a chemical odor permeating the location.