Birth control that will be sold over-the-counter begins shipping in the US: What to know
Opill, the first birth control pill approved in the U.S. for purchase by anyone, no prescription necessary, will be available in stores later this month. Here is what to know about the approved contraceptive.
Opill, the first birth control pill approved in the U.S. for purchase by anyone, no prescription necessary, will be available in stores later this month. Here is what to know about the approved contraceptive.
For women over 60, here is the number of daily steps needed to protect heart health
The '10,000-step rule’ may not be the benchmark for all age groups, say researchers.
The '10,000-step rule’ may not be the benchmark for all age groups, say researchers.
Fasting-like diet could slow the aging process, study suggests: ‘Living longer and healthier’
The 5-day diet reduced ‘biological age’ by 2.5 years, researchers found.
The 5-day diet reduced ‘biological age’ by 2.5 years, researchers found.
What is Zyn? These nicotine pouches prompt debate
The dispute surrounding Zyn reflects an increasingly complex marketplace in which companies like Philip Morris promote alternative products that may be less harmful than cigarettes and chewing tobacco.
The dispute surrounding Zyn reflects an increasingly complex marketplace in which companies like Philip Morris promote alternative products that may be less harmful than cigarettes and chewing tobacco.
5-day isolation for COVID-19 no longer needed, CDC says
U.S. health officials said Americans with COVID-19 no longer need to stay in isolation for five days.
U.S. health officials said Americans with COVID-19 no longer need to stay in isolation for five days.
Ultra-processed foods linked to higher risk of cancer, heart disease, early death, study says
Ultra-processed foods were linked to a higher risk of developing 32 different health issues in the new study – adding to a growing body of research on the subject.
Ultra-processed foods were linked to a higher risk of developing 32 different health issues in the new study – adding to a growing body of research on the subject.
COVID-19 fragments may cause problems after infection: Report
NIH researchers said when the body fights off COVID-19, fragments left over from the disease that are supposed to train the body to remember the virus could actually continue to cause inflammatory issues.
NIH researchers said when the body fights off COVID-19, fragments left over from the disease that are supposed to train the body to remember the virus could actually continue to cause inflammatory issues.
Frequent marijuana use linked to increase in heart attack and stroke risk
Researchers in a new study explain that cannabis use, whether smoked, vaped, or ingested, can raise the risk of heart attack and stroke.
Researchers in a new study explain that cannabis use, whether smoked, vaped, or ingested, can raise the risk of heart attack and stroke.
Ozempic and other weight-loss drug use is booming. But are Americans on board?
Ozempic and other weight-loss drugs are booming in popularity. Here’s what to know about them and what Americans are saying.
Ozempic and other weight-loss drugs are booming in popularity. Here’s what to know about them and what Americans are saying.
FDA approves food allergy drug to lessen severity of reactions to peanuts, dairy and more
Food allergy drug Xolair (omalizumab) was approved by the FDA, potentially lessening the severity of reactions to foods like peanuts, milk, eggs, wheat, and cashews.
Food allergy drug Xolair (omalizumab) was approved by the FDA, potentially lessening the severity of reactions to foods like peanuts, milk, eggs, wheat, and cashews.
Florida's 9th case of measles confirmed in Polk County: Health officials
The measles outbreak has made its way to Central Florida. Over the weekend, the Florida Department of Health confirmed a ninth case out of Polk County.
The measles outbreak has made its way to Central Florida. Over the weekend, the Florida Department of Health confirmed a ninth case out of Polk County.
Is the stomach bug going around? CDC reports norovirus spike in Northeast
Cases of the highly contagious norovirus, also known as the stomach bug, are rising across the Northeast, according to the CDC. How does norovirus spread? And how do you get norovirus?
Cases of the highly contagious norovirus, also known as the stomach bug, are rising across the Northeast, according to the CDC. How does norovirus spread? And how do you get norovirus?
What is meningitis? Symptoms and signs to watch for
Meningitis is a highly contagious bacteria or viral infection that can spread through the exchange of respiratory and throat secretion, like spit, living in close quarters or by kissing.
Meningitis is a highly contagious bacteria or viral infection that can spread through the exchange of respiratory and throat secretion, like spit, living in close quarters or by kissing.
What is meningitis?
Meningitis is a highly contagious bacteria or viral infection that can spread through the exchange of respiratory and throat secretion, like spit, living in close quarters or by kissing.
Meningitis is a highly contagious bacteria or viral infection that can spread through the exchange of respiratory and throat secretion, like spit, living in close quarters or by kissing.
Women likely to see greater benefit from regular exercise than men
A U.S. study found that women only need about half the exercise as men to get the same benefits, and that variations in our “anatomy and physiology” likely account for the differences.
A U.S. study found that women only need about half the exercise as men to get the same benefits, and that variations in our “anatomy and physiology” likely account for the differences.
Kentucky miracle baby defies odds, celebrates 1st birthday amid rare disease battle
Harmony Mullins, a baby from Kentucky diagnosed with a rare peroxisomal disorder, defied odds by celebrating her first birthday in February.
Harmony Mullins, a baby from Kentucky diagnosed with a rare peroxisomal disorder, defied odds by celebrating her first birthday in February.
'Oh my God, that's beautiful': Senior citizens try virtual reality in study showing their acceptance
A recent Stanford University study examined the impact of virtual reality (VR) on seniors' well-being, aiming to integrate VR into senior communities for health benefits and dementia management.
A recent Stanford University study examined the impact of virtual reality (VR) on seniors' well-being, aiming to integrate VR into senior communities for health benefits and dementia management.
Amy Schumer diagnosed with Cushing syndrome after critics commented on her appearance
Cushing syndrome is a medical condition that can develop when the body has too much cortisol.
Cushing syndrome is a medical condition that can develop when the body has too much cortisol.
Wendy Williams releases 1st statement since aphasia, dementia diagnosis
The Lifetime documentary “Where is Wendy Williams?" will air this weekend.
The Lifetime documentary “Where is Wendy Williams?" will air this weekend.
Volusia County school issues meningitis exposure warning to parents
The school issued a warning saying it's possible students might have been exposed to meningitis.
The school issued a warning saying it's possible students might have been exposed to meningitis.