These states are drinking less alcohol as habits shift, analysis finds
Habits around drinking alcohol are changing as more Americans are beginning to drink less. Here’s which states have seen the biggest shift, according to a recent data analysis.
Habits around drinking alcohol are changing as more Americans are beginning to drink less. Here’s which states have seen the biggest shift, according to a recent data analysis.
Trump fast-tracks review of psychedelic drugs to treat depression, PTSD
President Trump signed an executive order to fast-track the study of using psychedelic drugs to treat Americans – especially veterans – living with depression, PTSD and other conditions.
President Trump signed an executive order to fast-track the study of using psychedelic drugs to treat Americans – especially veterans – living with depression, PTSD and other conditions.
SF Department of Public Health confirms first clade I mpox case
The San Francisco Department of Public Health on Tuesday confirmed the first case of clade 1 mpox in a city resident.
The San Francisco Department of Public Health on Tuesday confirmed the first case of clade 1 mpox in a city resident.
What is Shigella? CDC calls increase in infections a 'public health threat'
The CDC is warning of a public health threat tied to “extensively drug-resistant" bacterial infections that are rising in the U.S.
The CDC is warning of a public health threat tied to “extensively drug-resistant" bacterial infections that are rising in the U.S.
Oakland Ice Center mural honors Olympic skaters Alysa Liu, Kristi Yamaguchi
A new mural featuring Olympic figure skaters Alysa Liu and Kristi Yamaguchi was recently completed at the Oakland Ice Center, the training grounds for both athletes.
A new mural featuring Olympic figure skaters Alysa Liu and Kristi Yamaguchi was recently completed at the Oakland Ice Center, the training grounds for both athletes.
Not an athlete? PepsiCo says you need Gatorade anyway
Doctors caution that while electrolyte and sports drinks have their place, the average non-athlete shouldn’t reach for one just because they’re thirsty.
Doctors caution that while electrolyte and sports drinks have their place, the average non-athlete shouldn’t reach for one just because they’re thirsty.
Erica Schwartz being considered by Trump administration to lead CDC
Erica Schwartz is under consideration to lead the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention which has faced turnover with leadership and controversy over vaccine policies.
Erica Schwartz is under consideration to lead the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention which has faced turnover with leadership and controversy over vaccine policies.
San Francisco priest donates his kidney to another priest
Father Raymund Reyes and Father Francis Garbo are bonded by more than their faith: Reyes now has one of Garbo’s kidneys.
Father Raymund Reyes and Father Francis Garbo are bonded by more than their faith: Reyes now has one of Garbo’s kidneys.
Unvaccinated infant is San Francisco's 1st measles case since 2019
An infant under the age of 12 months is the first reported case of measles in San Francisco since 2019, city health officials say.
An infant under the age of 12 months is the first reported case of measles in San Francisco since 2019, city health officials say.
Xanax, popular anxiety medication, recalled: What to know
A specific lot of Xanax, a medication prescribed for treating anxiety and panic disorders, is being recalled nationwide. Here's what to know.
A specific lot of Xanax, a medication prescribed for treating anxiety and panic disorders, is being recalled nationwide. Here's what to know.
'Dr. Pimple Popper' Sandra Lee had stroke during filming
The dermatologist “Dr. Pimple Popper” revealed she had a stroke while treating patients, after initially brushing off alarming symptoms as a simple hot flash.
The dermatologist “Dr. Pimple Popper” revealed she had a stroke while treating patients, after initially brushing off alarming symptoms as a simple hot flash.
Good Brain Tonic sold nationwide and online recalled due to potential botulism
The maker of Good Brain Tonic recalled all bottles of the product over fears of botulism, a potentially deadly form of food poisoning.
The maker of Good Brain Tonic recalled all bottles of the product over fears of botulism, a potentially deadly form of food poisoning.
Rates of STDs in San Francisco see ‘significant declines’: report
San Francisco saw a 24% decrease in reported syphilis cases, an 18% decrease in chlamydia cases, and a 5% decrease in gonorrhea cases in 2025 compared to 2024.
San Francisco saw a 24% decrease in reported syphilis cases, an 18% decrease in chlamydia cases, and a 5% decrease in gonorrhea cases in 2025 compared to 2024.
‘Miracle fruit’ may help cancer patients fight chemo-related weight loss
A small West African berry known as “miracle fruit” is gaining attention for its potential to help chemotherapy patients manage “chemo mouth,” a side effect that alters taste and can lead to poor nutrition and weight loss.
A small West African berry known as “miracle fruit” is gaining attention for its potential to help chemotherapy patients manage “chemo mouth,” a side effect that alters taste and can lead to poor nutrition and weight loss.
Simple shot may reverse osteoarthritis in just weeks, researchers say
A Colorado-based research team has developed promising new therapies that could enable damaged joints to heal themselves.
A Colorado-based research team has developed promising new therapies that could enable damaged joints to heal themselves.
Cough drops and cough suppressants recalled nationwide recall: See the list
A Chinese drugmaker recalled multiple varieties of cough suppressants that were sold across the U.S. under several name brands, the Food and Drug Administration reported.
A Chinese drugmaker recalled multiple varieties of cough suppressants that were sold across the U.S. under several name brands, the Food and Drug Administration reported.
New drug significantly extends survival in advanced pancreatic cancer trial
Revolution Medicines reported positive results from a Phase 3 trial of its experimental drug daraxonrasib in patients with previously treated metastatic pancreatic cancer.
Revolution Medicines reported positive results from a Phase 3 trial of its experimental drug daraxonrasib in patients with previously treated metastatic pancreatic cancer.
Sadie Robertson speaks out about the moment her eight-month-old daughter choked and stopped breathing
"Duck Dynasty" star Sadie Robertson is opening up about a terrifying moment in which her 8-month-old choked and briefly stopped breathing.
"Duck Dynasty" star Sadie Robertson is opening up about a terrifying moment in which her 8-month-old choked and briefly stopped breathing.
Health expert explains link between women's hormones, stress - and what to do about it
In honor of National Stress Awareness Month, health experts are drawing attention to the internal physiological shifts that contribute to rising stress levels in women, specifically menopause and perimenopause.
In honor of National Stress Awareness Month, health experts are drawing attention to the internal physiological shifts that contribute to rising stress levels in women, specifically menopause and perimenopause.
Piedmont opens East Bay's newest public pool, and it produces no carbon emissions
After decades of planning, six years of construction, and a community-wide push that required a two-thirds vote to pass a bond measure, Piedmont opened its new aquatic center to the public Saturday morning.
After decades of planning, six years of construction, and a community-wide push that required a two-thirds vote to pass a bond measure, Piedmont opened its new aquatic center to the public Saturday morning.