Lung cancer rising among non-smokers — here's why

The most common form of lung cancer is primarily found in non-smokers, a new study reveals. Doctors react to the surprising driver of the disease and other risk factors.

This breakfast food might prevent colon cancer

A recent study shows that people who ate this tasty food at least twice a week had a lower rate of colon cancer compared to those who ate it less frequently.

Brake dust is harder on your lungs than diesel exhaust, study suggests

In a recent study, researchers found that tiny brake dust particles are potentially more toxic than diesel exhaust which could affect your health.

Which states have the most Medicaid recipients?

The federal program provides health coverage to more than 80 million people in the U.S.

Study: Juice cleanses have hidden downsides
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A popular wellness trend is facing new scrutiny. Juice cleanses are often touted for their detoxifying benefits, but they may have some hidden negative effects to them.

Medicaid changes could be coming: Here's what Republicans are considering

Republicans are weighing billions of dollars in cuts to Medicaid, jeopardizing health care coverage. Here’s what’s on the table.

Ways to tighten up skin after weight loss
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Between new weight loss drugs and old fashioned diet and exercise, a lot of people are shedding pounds these days. However, this can create another problem: too much extra skin. Dr. Matthew Knight, president of Knight Dermatology Institute, joins the FOX 35 News team to talk about ways to prevent loose skin.

Eat yogurt and reduce your risk for colon cancer
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Eating yogurt regularly may help protect you from colon cancer. In a new study from Harvard, researchers found that people who ate two or more servings of yogurt each week had a 20% lower risk of developing the tumor and traits of colon cancer.

New agriculture secretary working on plan to control bird flu, egg prices

National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett said the plan being worked on is to "have better ways with biosecurity and medication and so on, to make sure that the perimeter doesn't have to kill the chickens."

National Donor Day: 'You could become someone else's hero'
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Today is National Donor Day. One family from Central Florida learned the value of organ donation after their son was killed in a motorcycle accident. Their son was an organ donor and saved others' lives.

Measles cases rising in US, health officials say: Here's why

Measles cases are on the rise in the U.S. for the second year in a row, with cases reported in five states.

Illness outbreak on Florida cruise
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There is another Norovirus outbreak making people sick on a cruise ship from Florida. This time, the voyage is more than a week long. The ship will not return until Friday.

Cases of the flu surging nationwide
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The United States is in the middle of one of the worst flu seasons in at least 15 years. The CDC estimates there have been 24 million cases of the flu, including more than 300,000 hospitalizations.

Norovirus outbreak on cruise out of Florida sickens more than 100 people: CDC

More than 100 passengers and crew onboard a cruise ship that sailed out of Florida have gotten sick with norovirus, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Seed oils: Are they good or bad for you?
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Seed oils can be part of a healthy diet, but their health effects vary depending on the type of oil and how they're used. Although they can be beneficial, there also are potential drawbacks.

Study: Most ditch weight loss drugs within a year
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Weight loss drugs are all the rage right now, but how long are people sticking to their regimen and continuing to shed the pounds?

Judge tells agencies to restore public health websites removed under Trump order

A federal judge has told government agencies to restore public access to health-related webpages and datasets they removed to comply with an executive order by President Donald Trump.