Gene therapy eyedrops restore boy's sight. Similar therapies may help millions
The medical breakthrough highlights the significant advancements in gene therapy and its potential to change vision restoration treatments.
The medical breakthrough highlights the significant advancements in gene therapy and its potential to change vision restoration treatments.
Mental health breaks should be a priority during the work day, say experts
It may seem a surprise, but even a 5-minute break at work can be beneficial. Here's how.
It may seem a surprise, but even a 5-minute break at work can be beneficial. Here's how.
Actor Jamie Foxx opens up about medical issue in emotional video on social media
After months away from the spotlight, Jamie Foxx is opening up for the first time about the health challenge that landed him in a hospital in Atlanta.
After months away from the spotlight, Jamie Foxx is opening up for the first time about the health challenge that landed him in a hospital in Atlanta.
Houston man loses hands, parts of his feet after flea bite
Michael Kohlhof's family says the 35-year-old has been fighting a tough battle in a San Antonio hospital after having his limbs amputated due to a flea bite.
Michael Kohlhof's family says the 35-year-old has been fighting a tough battle in a San Antonio hospital after having his limbs amputated due to a flea bite.
N.J. officials warn pet owners of toxic algae in Camden County park
Camden County officials are warning the public to be on alert. They are warning of a toxic algae in a popular park. It’s especially dangerous to dogs.
Camden County officials are warning the public to be on alert. They are warning of a toxic algae in a popular park. It’s especially dangerous to dogs.
Espresso could lower your risk for Alzheimer’s disease, study finds
New research published Wednesday found that drinking a shot of espresso could lower a person’s risk for Alzheimer’s disease.
New research published Wednesday found that drinking a shot of espresso could lower a person’s risk for Alzheimer’s disease.
Study reveals weekend-only workouts can also boost heart health
Researchers learned that limiting exercise weekly could reduce your risk of a heart attack and other cardiovascular problems.
Researchers learned that limiting exercise weekly could reduce your risk of a heart attack and other cardiovascular problems.
Pet owners warned of deadly algae found at South Jersey dog park: officials
A “harmful” algal bloom was found floating in Timber Creek Pond inside Timber Creek Park, according to the N.J. Department of Environmental Protection.
A “harmful” algal bloom was found floating in Timber Creek Pond inside Timber Creek Park, according to the N.J. Department of Environmental Protection.
1 year later, how is 988 mental health crisis hotline doing? Here's what you should know
It has been a year since a national three-digit number was launched for people in a mental health crisis, and officials say the service has helped many in its first year. Here's what you should know about 988, and how it's doing so far.
It has been a year since a national three-digit number was launched for people in a mental health crisis, and officials say the service has helped many in its first year. Here's what you should know about 988, and how it's doing so far.
One-third of normal weight people could be obese, study says
A new study from researchers in Israel sheds light on the connection between a person's body mass index and obesity.
A new study from researchers in Israel sheds light on the connection between a person's body mass index and obesity.
Dozens of cats in Poland got bird flu amid global outbreak
Scientists worry that rising cases, particularly in animals that have frequent contact with humans, might lead to a mutated version that could spread easily between people, triggering another pandemic.
Scientists worry that rising cases, particularly in animals that have frequent contact with humans, might lead to a mutated version that could spread easily between people, triggering another pandemic.
Country star Jason Aldean suffers heatstroke during Connecticut concert, representative says
The opening weekend for country star Jason Aldean's Highway Desperado Tour was cut short when he ran offstage after suffering heatstroke during Saturday night's show in Hartford, Connecticut.
The opening weekend for country star Jason Aldean's Highway Desperado Tour was cut short when he ran offstage after suffering heatstroke during Saturday night's show in Hartford, Connecticut.
‘Sleep divorce’: Why are some couples spending their nights in separate beds?
More than a third of people are choosing to sleep apart from their partners, a new survey found. Would that help you sleep better or worse?
More than a third of people are choosing to sleep apart from their partners, a new survey found. Would that help you sleep better or worse?
'Dr. Roxy,' plastic surgeon who livestreamed on TikTok, banned from practicing medicine in Ohio
At least one patient whose surgery was livestreamed suffered severe complications and needed intense medical care after "Dr. Roxy" operated on them.
At least one patient whose surgery was livestreamed suffered severe complications and needed intense medical care after "Dr. Roxy" operated on them.
Utah boarding school loses license following death of Washington teen Taylor Goodridge
The death of a Snohomish County, Washington girl at a Utah-based therapeutic boarding school has led to the loss of its license, and a separate decision found that staff "breached the standard of care."
The death of a Snohomish County, Washington girl at a Utah-based therapeutic boarding school has led to the loss of its license, and a separate decision found that staff "breached the standard of care."
2 Atlantic City firehouses closed indefinitely due to lead dust contamination
Atlantic City sent all of its firefighters for testing for lead exposure after two firehouses were closed when it was discovered that lead dust was kicked up during recent renovations.
Atlantic City sent all of its firefighters for testing for lead exposure after two firehouses were closed when it was discovered that lead dust was kicked up during recent renovations.
South Jersey town in danger of becoming drug store desert: 'Please keep the pharmacy open'
Residents of a South Jersey town fear the announced closure of the local CVS will make force them to drive to neighboring communities to pick up their prescriptions.
Residents of a South Jersey town fear the announced closure of the local CVS will make force them to drive to neighboring communities to pick up their prescriptions.
AI game-changer makes leaps toward future by detecting dental diseases earlier than ever: 'Cutting edge'
VideaHealth, a dental A.I. platform developing software, is now accessible to 90% of practices across the U.S.
VideaHealth, a dental A.I. platform developing software, is now accessible to 90% of practices across the U.S.
Local mother who battled fibroids wants to inspire other women hoping to have children
A Philadelphia mother shared her story about her battle with fibroids in hopes that it inspires other women enduring the same struggle and serves as a message of hope.
A Philadelphia mother shared her story about her battle with fibroids in hopes that it inspires other women enduring the same struggle and serves as a message of hope.
Cyclospora: What is it and where does it come from?
While it’s usually not deadly, contracting a Cyclospora infection can often lead to frequent and sometimes explosive bowel movements if left untreated.
While it’s usually not deadly, contracting a Cyclospora infection can often lead to frequent and sometimes explosive bowel movements if left untreated.