What is 'dry scooping'? Latest TikTok trend could be dangerous for your heart
A cardiologist warns there are 'absolutely no benefits' to dry scooping, one of the latest Tik Tok trends.
A cardiologist warns there are 'absolutely no benefits' to dry scooping, one of the latest Tik Tok trends.
FDA approves much-debated Alzheimer’s drug Biogen, 1st in nearly 20 years
The FDA approved the first new drug for Alzheimer’s disease in nearly 20 years, despite some warnings from independent advisers.
The FDA approved the first new drug for Alzheimer’s disease in nearly 20 years, despite some warnings from independent advisers.
Alameda County adjusts criteria for COVID-19 death reporting
Alameda County has changed the methodology behind how they record coronavirus deaths, causing its fatality figures to decrease by 25%.
Alameda County has changed the methodology behind how they record coronavirus deaths, causing its fatality figures to decrease by 25%.
San Mateo County Fair kicks off with free admission for attendees who get the vaccine
The San Mateo County Fair kicked off on Saturday, drawing a huge crowd. The fair is offering free admission and other incentives to attendees who get vaccinated on site.
The San Mateo County Fair kicked off on Saturday, drawing a huge crowd. The fair is offering free admission and other incentives to attendees who get vaccinated on site.
Kids on vegan diets have better heart health but growth risks, study finds
A team of researchers in Europe found there are benefits to children being on vegan diets, but there are also a number of risks.
A team of researchers in Europe found there are benefits to children being on vegan diets, but there are also a number of risks.
G-7 leaders agree to make tech giants pay fair taxes
The world’s richest countries have signed a landmark agreement committing them to confronting corporate tax avoidance and making sure giant tech companies pay their fair share.
The world’s richest countries have signed a landmark agreement committing them to confronting corporate tax avoidance and making sure giant tech companies pay their fair share.
40 years since first HIV/AIDS cases, San Francisco honors those lost to epidemic
Saturday marked 40 years since the first diagnosed cases of HIV/AIDS. The National AIDS Memorial now sits in San Francisco's Golden Gate Park. It honors the 700,000 lives lost to the disease.
Saturday marked 40 years since the first diagnosed cases of HIV/AIDS. The National AIDS Memorial now sits in San Francisco's Golden Gate Park. It honors the 700,000 lives lost to the disease.
San Francisco City Hall reopening to the public Monday after 15 month closure
San Francisco City Hall will open to the public on Monday for the first time in 15 months, and most offices will be open for full service, officials said on Saturday.
San Francisco City Hall will open to the public on Monday for the first time in 15 months, and most offices will be open for full service, officials said on Saturday.
FDA approves diabetes medicine as weight-loss drug
The FDA has approved the diabetes medicine Wegovy to help people lose weight by 15%.
The FDA has approved the diabetes medicine Wegovy to help people lose weight by 15%.
Richmond-based cannabis company selling products to vaccinated customers for one cent
A Richmond-based medical cannabis company announced this week that it will offer select product for one cent when customers show their valid COVID-19 vaccination card.
A Richmond-based medical cannabis company announced this week that it will offer select product for one cent when customers show their valid COVID-19 vaccination card.
US economy shows growth despite lacking enough workers, supplies
Barely more than a year after the coronavirus caused the steepest economic fall and job losses on record, the speed of the rebound has been so unexpectedly swift that many companies can’t fill jobs or acquire enough supplies to meet a pent-up burst of customer demand.
Barely more than a year after the coronavirus caused the steepest economic fall and job losses on record, the speed of the rebound has been so unexpectedly swift that many companies can’t fill jobs or acquire enough supplies to meet a pent-up burst of customer demand.
Despite pandemic, UCSF staff holds annual prom for pediatric patients
On Friday night, UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital hosted it's 10th annual prom, after canceling last year's due to the pandemic. This year was the first ever virtual prom.
On Friday night, UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital hosted it's 10th annual prom, after canceling last year's due to the pandemic. This year was the first ever virtual prom.
San Mateo County fair kicks off Saturday with free admission for those who get vaccinated on-site
The San Mateo County Fair kicks off on Saturday, featuring carnival rides, musical performances, food vendors and free entry for those who get vaccinated on site.
The San Mateo County Fair kicks off on Saturday, featuring carnival rides, musical performances, food vendors and free entry for those who get vaccinated on site.
Hawaii to drop COVID-19 restrictions for travelers once 70% of population is inoculated
Hawaii's governor says the state will drop its quarantine and COVID-19 testing requirements for travelers once 70% of the state’s population has been vaccinated against the disease.
Hawaii's governor says the state will drop its quarantine and COVID-19 testing requirements for travelers once 70% of the state’s population has been vaccinated against the disease.
COVID-19 origin: Fauci urges China to release Wuhan lab medical records
Dr. Anthony Fauci said China should release the medical records of six lab workers — three of whom died — after entering a bat cave in 2012 and becoming ill in 2019.
Dr. Anthony Fauci said China should release the medical records of six lab workers — three of whom died — after entering a bat cave in 2012 and becoming ill in 2019.
Radiation drug may improve survival rates for prostate cancer, study shows
A new study is showing improved survival in men with advanced prostate cancer from an experimental drug that delivers radiation directly to tumor cells.
A new study is showing improved survival in men with advanced prostate cancer from an experimental drug that delivers radiation directly to tumor cells.
United offers flight attendants extra pay, vacation for proof of COVID-19 vaccination
United Airlines announced it will offer flight attendants extra vacation days or pay for proof of receiving the COVID-19 vaccine.
United Airlines announced it will offer flight attendants extra vacation days or pay for proof of receiving the COVID-19 vaccine.
California governor won’t lift virus ‘state of emergency’
California Gov. Gavin Newsom said Friday he will not lift a state of emergency that gives him broad powers to impose or suspend rules involving the coronavirus.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom said Friday he will not lift a state of emergency that gives him broad powers to impose or suspend rules involving the coronavirus.
Regeneron’s COVID-19 drug authorized by FDA for injection
The COVID-19 antibody drug made by Regeneron Pharmaceuticals Inc. can be injected, rather than administered by IV infusion, the FDA authorized.
The COVID-19 antibody drug made by Regeneron Pharmaceuticals Inc. can be injected, rather than administered by IV infusion, the FDA authorized.
1st drawing in California's lottery kicks off: Win up to $1.5M
California is one of several states trying to incentivize people still reluctant to get the COVID vaccine - with money.
California is one of several states trying to incentivize people still reluctant to get the COVID vaccine - with money.