Doctors caution against using AI to self-diagnose illnesses during holidays
As seasonal illnesses increase during the holidays, doctors say more people are turning to artificial intelligence tools to assess their symptoms, a trend medical professionals caution against.
Osceola County approves AdventHealth hospital at NeoCity
Osceola County commissioners on Monday approved a purchase-and-development agreement with AdventHealth to build a new health care campus on 20 acres at NeoCity South, a fast-growing area of Central Florida.
Two-thirds of Americans say government should ensure health care for all: poll
The poll comes as more than 22 million Americans brace for significantly higher health care costs next year.
Mystery donor drops gold coin worth thousands in Salvation Army bucket
A Salvation Army location in Vermont recently received an unexpected and heartwarming surprise among its holiday donations.
Man’s extreme energy drink habit leads to concerning medical discovery, doctors say
A relatively healthy man in his 50s suffered a stroke from the overconsumption of energy drinks.
Silicosis: Countertops linked to Massachusetts man's diagnosis
A Massachusetts man in his 40s has been diagnosed with silicosis, an incurable lung disease linked to popular kitchen countertops.
King Charles says his cancer treatment will be reduced in the new year
King Charles III gave a rare update on his cancer diagnosis and recovery during a TV broadcast on Friday. Here’s what we know.
Tanning beds could triple melanoma risk, new study finds
One in five Americans develop skin cancer by the age of 70, according to the Skin Cancer Foundation.
Nasal spray recalled due to possible mold, microbial contamination
ReBoost Nasal Spray, sold nationwide, has been recalled due to potential mold and microbial contamination. Here’s what we know.
Senate blocks ACA subsidies extension: What this means for your health insurance
The Senate on Thursday rejected legislation to extend Affordable Care Act tax credits. Here's what we know.
Botulism outbreak linked to infant formula expands; sickens 51 babies across 19 states
The FDA says 51 infants in 19 states were hospitalized with botulism linked to ByHeart formula. Here’s what we know.
Social media ban in Australia starts for children under 16: Here's how it works
Hundreds of thousands of social media accounts are being deactivated as the world’s first social media ban goes into effect now in Australia for kids under 16. Here’s how it will work.
CDC warns travelers about outbreak of untreatable mosquito disease in 4 countries
U.S. health officials have issued travel advisories for Americans planning trips to certain tropical countries amid outbreaks of an untreatable mosquito-borne disease.
Recall issued for blood pressure medication over possible cholesterol drug contamination
Neither the FDA nor Glenmark Pharmaceuticals have issued guidance for consumers who may have the medication involved in this recall.
Obamacare support hits an all-time high, poll reveals
A new survey shows public approval of the Affordable Care Act has reached its highest level since the law’s passage.
Feeling SAD? Here's how to beat the winter blues
Experts say there are ways to combat seasonal affective disorder, better known as SAD.
Lonely marriages linked to higher weight, study finds
A new study by UCLA Health found that people in emotionally supportive marriages have lower BMIs, healthier guts and higher levels of the “love hormone.”
Martha Stewart reveals unconventional end-of-life plan
Martha Stewart has her end-of-life plans already set, and it may seem a little unconventional to some.
Florida doctors warn of tougher flu season, low vaccination rates
If you are tackling a bug right now, you may have a new variant of the flu making that seasonal sickness a little more stubborn.
Kroger to reimburse Lake County nearly $500K before New Years
Kroger signed a termination agreement with Lake County, in which the company will reimburse over $400,000 to the county by the end of the year.