IUD insertion pain addressed in new CDC guidelines

The CDC is now addressing the pain of IUD insertion and offering new guidance for doctors and pain management options.

EPA halts sale of pesticide DCPA due to risks to unborn babies

The EPA has halted the sale of the pesticide DCPA, citing significant risks to fetal development, including impaired brain development and low birthweight. This marks the first time in 40 years the agency has used its emergency authority to ban a pesticide.

Sadness, hopelessness in teens may be improving, CDC finds

New data released Tuesday by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention highlighted improvements in mental health among some U.S. teens.

What is Angelman syndrome? Colin Farrell opens up about 20-year-old son

Colin Farrell is opening up about life with his 20-year-old son who has Angelman syndrome as the actor launches a new foundation in his honor.

Pain on the brain: Thinking too hard can actually hurt, a new study says

A new study published by the American Psychological Association finds that mental exertion may lead to negative feelings and frustration.

Will woman arrested in deadly 'ambush' of Florida deputies be fit to stand trial?

The Florida woman accused of orchestrating an attack on Lake County Sheriff’s deputies appeared in court Tuesday, wearing a garment designed to protect her from self-harm. Before her arrest, Sulpizio was evaluated at a mental health facility under Florida's Baker Act, raising questions about her fitness to stand trial.

Is playing chess a weight-loss hack?

Chess requires players to sit for extended periods of time, but some evidence suggests that this stationary game can actually contribute to burning calories and shedding pounds.

Elon Musk says 2nd patient implanted with Neuralink brain chip

Elon Musk shared details about a second patient that has been implanted with his company Neuralink’s cybernetic brain chip.

Cruisers contracting COVID-19 during summer surge as healthcare recommendations change

COVID-19 cases are surging across the country, and Florida is a hotbed for the virus right now. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the Sunshine State is one of 21 states recording high levels of cases.

RCG Fitness program in Sanford boosting senior health through exercise

Meet Coach Eric Robinson, of RCG Fitness in Sanford. At 7 am, Monday through Friday, coach Robinson gets up to teach a workout class for senior citizens in the area. It’s a program that started a couple of years ago, as a way to improve life-changing benefits of exercising after 60.

Pets can smell your stress, study finds

A new study reveals that dogs can detect human stress through their sense of smell, reacting emotionally to higher levels of the hormone cortisol in sweat.

Tongue-tie in babies may be overdiagnosed and needlessly treated, AAP says

A new report by the American Academy of Pediatrics reveals that tongue-tie may be overdiagnosed in the U.S. and too often treated with unnecessary surgery.