Over 1 in 3 children worldwide are nearsighted, study finds

A recent study reveals that over 1 in 3 children worldwide are currently nearsighted, with rates expected to rise further by 2050.

CVS Health to cut 2,900 jobs

CVS Health announced that it will cut 2,900 jobs as part of a cost-cutting plan.

Is my COVID test expired? How to check, and what to do

If you have unused COVID tests lying around at home, they may be OK to still use. Here’s what to know as the cold and flu season ramps up.

Ellen DeGeneres shares three recent health diagnoses during special

During Ellen DeGeneres' final Netflix special, the 66-year-old comedian opened up about her recent triple diagnosis as she got candid about aging.

US suicides remain at highest level in nation’s history

A new report from the CDC reveals that more than 49,000 suicides were reported in 2023, which remain at the highest level in U.S. history.

'Galaxy Gas': Kids are inhaling dangerous levels of nitrous oxide

Videos of kids inhaling Galaxy Gas have taken off on social media, leading to new concerns about the dangers of abusing nitrous oxide.

Nearly 200 chemicals linked to breast cancer could be exposed to people’s food: Study

Researchers said the study is a good jumping off point to improve the world’s understanding of what outside factors cause breast cancer and how to better prevent exposure.

Florida officials pressure schools to roll back sex ed lessons on contraception and consent

Some Florida school districts are rolling back a more comprehensive approach to sex education in favor of abstinence-focused lessons under pressure from state officials who have labeled certain instruction on contraception, anatomy, and consent as inappropriate for students.

House Calls: Dealing with back pain
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On this FOX 35 House Calls segment, AdventHealth Orlando?s Dr. Chetan Patel discusses how to deal with back pain.

Report details the lesser known link between alcohol and cancer risk

The latest Cancer Progress Report reveals a 33% decline in U.S. cancer deaths since 1991, but also highlights the lesser-known cancer risk posed by alcohol consumption.

NYC COVID czar caught on cam bragging about attending drug-fueled sex parties during pandemic

Varma — who served as senior health advisor to then-Mayor Bill de Blasio during the height of the pandemic, talked about hosting orgies with his wife and attending underground dance parties with more than 200 people.

COVID XEC variant, reportedly more contagious, starting to spread

Health experts and scientists around the world are sharing thoughts on what they believe will be the next dominant COVID variant to watch for this fall - XEC.