Map: These states have the most, least smokers
36 million adults in the U.S. smoke cigarettes, or about an average of 12.6% of the population in each state. Here are the states that have the most and least smokers.
SF sisters help grieving families of the D.C. and Philadelphia plane crashes
Sadie and Sophia Cinader founded "Comfort Kits for Kids" to bring resources to children around the country
U.S. senators criticize SF company over Super Bowl commercial
Outside the game, commercials are a big part of Super Bowl Sunday. Companies pay large amounts of money for their advertisements. One company based in the Bay Area has already released its commercial, and it's drawing criticism from lawmakers in Washington.
Flu season doctor visits are at highest level in 15 years
Flu activity is at its highest level since 2009, forcing school closures and overwhelming hospitals across the U.S.
Nearly 100 on board Royal Caribbean cruise that left Tampa sick with gastrointestinal illness: CDC
Royal Caribbean’s Western Caribbean Cruise promised vacationers the chance to hike Mayan ruins in Mexico and swim in the waters of Grand Cayman.
Wisconsin asthma death lawsuit; family sues Walgreens, Optum Rx
A Wisconsin couple is suing Walgreens and a pharmacy benefits management company, alleging their son died because he couldn't afford a $500 spike in his asthma medication.
Bird flu in cattle: 2nd type of strain detected in US dairy cows
A new type of bird flu has been detected in dairy cattle in Nevada, according to the USDA. The strain is different from the version that has spread in U.S. herds since last year.
Playing classical music to unborn babies can stimulate development, study suggests
New research suggests that playing classical music to unborn babies can influence heart rate patterns, potentially stimulating fetal development.
Microplastics in people's brains increased by 50% in 8 years, study finds
Researchers determined in a recent study that human brains have higher concentrations of microplastics compared to other organs.
Early adult deaths rising in US: COVID-19, drug overdoses major causes
A study done by the University of Minnesota (U of M) found that early adult deaths are on the rise in the U.S., with COVID-19 and drug overdoses being the main causes.
Explosion at Troy medical facility leaves 5-year-old dead after hyperbaric chamber blows up
Officials in Troy will hold a press conference late Friday morning to discuss an explosion at a medical facility.
Kentucky company settles with several California counties for alleged false advertising
A Kentucky company called Big Ass Fans has agreed to a nearly half-million-dollar settlement with several California counties for allegedly making false health claims about their products regarding the COVID-19 virus.
FDA approves first new non-opioid pain pill in 20 years—how it works
The FDA has approved Journavx, a new non-opioid pain medication designed to reduce addiction and overdose risks.
Dwyane Wade reveals cancer diagnosis, kidney surgery
Dwyane Wade, NBA legend and former Marquette Golden Eagles standout, revealed his cancer diagnosis on Thursday.
Live updates: Funding freeze latest; RFK Jr. hearings; Trump's executive orders
Trump said he's directing opening a detention center at Guantanamo Bay to hold migrants in the U.S. illegally. More on that, and other latest headlines from the Trump administration.
This disease kills more people than all cancers and accidents combined
Heart disease remains the top killer of Americans as risk factors continue to grow.
Man eating 6-9 pounds of butter and cheese a day develops ‘cholesterol hands’ while on carnivore diet: JAMA
A man who told doctors he ate nothing, but 6–9 pounds of butter, cheese and hamburgers every day for eight months ended up at Tampa General Hospital with yellowish lumps of cholesterol developing on parts of his body.
Live updates: Federal funding freeze; 1st White House press briefing; buyouts
The latest on President Trump's attempt to pause federal loans and grants as his administration reviews spending, plus other latest details from the administration on Tuesday.
Bay Area postal carrier honored for driving 1 million 'accident-free' miles
A North Bay postal carrier has been honored for reaching an exceptional milestone: driving 1 million miles on the job without a single accident.
Combination of medication, diet could reverse type 2 diabetes, study finds
A recent study suggests that type 2 diabetes can be reversed through a combination of calorie reduction, physical activity, and the diabetes drug dapagliflozin, offering new hope for patients.