Mental health workers shortage has created a growing healthcare crisis
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services estimates a deficit of 10,000 mental health professionals by 2025 across the country
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services estimates a deficit of 10,000 mental health professionals by 2025 across the country
Deadly fungal infection C. auris spreading at 'alarming rate,' CDC says
The CDC called C. auris an urgent threat because it’s often resistant to antifungal drugs and spreads easily in healthcare facilities.
The CDC called C. auris an urgent threat because it’s often resistant to antifungal drugs and spreads easily in healthcare facilities.
DEA issues dire US warning of fentanyl mixed with flesh-eating 'tranq' drug
Xylazine, also known as “tranq," is a powerful animal sedative that’s known to cause open skin wounds so severe – it can lead to amputation.
Xylazine, also known as “tranq," is a powerful animal sedative that’s known to cause open skin wounds so severe – it can lead to amputation.
Biden signs bill to declassify information on COVID-19 origins
President Joe Biden has signed a bipartisan bill that directs the federal government to declassify as much intelligence as possible about the origins of COVID-19 more than three years after the start of the pandemic.
President Joe Biden has signed a bipartisan bill that directs the federal government to declassify as much intelligence as possible about the origins of COVID-19 more than three years after the start of the pandemic.
World's happiest countries for 2023 — Here's where the US ranks
The 2023 World Happiness Report found that global acts of benevolence were found to be about 25% more common in 2022 compared to before the pandemic.
The 2023 World Happiness Report found that global acts of benevolence were found to be about 25% more common in 2022 compared to before the pandemic.
Select Gerber infant formulas recalled due to possible presence of bacteria
The parent company of Gerber has issued a voluntary recall on certain lots of powdered infant formula sold in the U.S. due to the possible presence of bacteria. Perrigo Company announced the recall of Gerber Good Start SootheProTM on Friday.
The parent company of Gerber has issued a voluntary recall on certain lots of powdered infant formula sold in the U.S. due to the possible presence of bacteria. Perrigo Company announced the recall of Gerber Good Start SootheProTM on Friday.
Disney to layoff thousands: report
After announcing a plan to slash nearly 7,000 jobs, Disney is reportedly instructing managers to propose budget cuts and put together lists of employees to be laid off in the coming weeks.
After announcing a plan to slash nearly 7,000 jobs, Disney is reportedly instructing managers to propose budget cuts and put together lists of employees to be laid off in the coming weeks.
COVID-19 pandemic expected to end this year 'as a public health emergency,' says World Health Organization
Optimism declared about declining deaths, though WHO falls short of declaring end of emergency now.
Optimism declared about declining deaths, though WHO falls short of declaring end of emergency now.
How to shop for new insurance if you lose Medicaid coverage
States will start cutting people from the government-funded plans when they no longer qualify based on income, a process that has been paused since shortly after the COVID-19 pandemic hit.
States will start cutting people from the government-funded plans when they no longer qualify based on income, a process that has been paused since shortly after the COVID-19 pandemic hit.
7 Florida cities have highest STD rates in America, study shows
A recent study analyzed the top 100 cities in the United States that have the highest STD rates and seven Florida cities made the list, with at least three ranked among the top 25.
A recent study analyzed the top 100 cities in the United States that have the highest STD rates and seven Florida cities made the list, with at least three ranked among the top 25.
Eye drops recall: Deadly bacteria outbreak linked to vision loss, removal of eyeballs
It’s the first time the rare and “extensively” drug-resistant bacteria has spread in the U.S.
It’s the first time the rare and “extensively” drug-resistant bacteria has spread in the U.S.
TikTok request goes viral: Fearing he may die during surgery, man buys wife birthday cake in advance
A heartwarming request has gone viral in Flagler County. Last month, Keith Hall walked into Cupcake Café in Palm Coast for a simple request. He wanted to pay for his wife's birthday cake in advance because he was going in for surgery on March 1.
A heartwarming request has gone viral in Flagler County. Last month, Keith Hall walked into Cupcake Café in Palm Coast for a simple request. He wanted to pay for his wife's birthday cake in advance because he was going in for surgery on March 1.
Rare tick-borne babesiosis disease on the rise in northeastern US, says CDC: Here's why
Lyme disease may hold the distinction of being the most commonly reported tick-borne disease in the U.S. — but it’s not the only one.
Lyme disease may hold the distinction of being the most commonly reported tick-borne disease in the U.S. — but it’s not the only one.
From greasy foods to ‘ice bowl challenge’: How to cure a hangover
FOX TV Stations does not condone hair of the dog as a cure for hangovers.
FOX TV Stations does not condone hair of the dog as a cure for hangovers.
New study cites Wuhan raccoon dogs as possible origin of COVID-19
The raccoon dog earns its name from its facial markings similar to raccoons. The animals are known to be sold at the Huanan Seafood Wholesale Market, where many virologists suspect that the Covid-19 pandemic may have started.
The raccoon dog earns its name from its facial markings similar to raccoons. The animals are known to be sold at the Huanan Seafood Wholesale Market, where many virologists suspect that the Covid-19 pandemic may have started.
Man accused of attacking flight attendant raises questions about security, mental health
A Massachusetts man accused of attacking a flight attendant and attempting to open the plane's emergency door on a cross-country flight has directed attention to passengers with mental health illnesses.
A Massachusetts man accused of attacking a flight attendant and attempting to open the plane's emergency door on a cross-country flight has directed attention to passengers with mental health illnesses.
COVID-19 pill Paxlovid moves closer to full FDA approval
The medication has been used by millions of Americans since the FDA granted it emergency use authorization in late 2021.
The medication has been used by millions of Americans since the FDA granted it emergency use authorization in late 2021.
UV nail polish dryers damaging to human cells, study finds
UV nail polish drying machines are a common accessory to manicures, but a new study shows they pose more of a health risk than previously considered ? and include the potential for being cancerous.
UV nail polish drying machines are a common accessory to manicures, but a new study shows they pose more of a health risk than previously considered ? and include the potential for being cancerous.
Dry cleaning chemical linked to risk of Parkinson’s disease, study says
Researchers in a new study say the chemical pollutes air and can enter homes, schools, and workplaces undetected, and exposure to it could increase your risk of Parkinson's.
Researchers in a new study say the chemical pollutes air and can enter homes, schools, and workplaces undetected, and exposure to it could increase your risk of Parkinson's.
Best music for falling asleep? Both lullabies and BTS, study suggests
A study suggests that there is no “one-size-fits-all" when it comes to sleep music. Some even opt for popular songs like BTS' “Dynamite" and “lovely" by Billie Eilish and Khalid.
A study suggests that there is no “one-size-fits-all" when it comes to sleep music. Some even opt for popular songs like BTS' “Dynamite" and “lovely" by Billie Eilish and Khalid.