Endurance exercise may raise heart rhythm risk for men over 50

New research from the University of Leeds suggests that some male endurance athletes over 50 may face an increased risk of dangerous heart rhythm disturbances during or after exercise.

Kaiser Permanente $46M settlement: How to claim your payout

Kaiser Permanente has reached a proposed $46 million settlement to resolve a class-action lawsuit alleging the healthcare provider breached patient privacy.

Deadly bacterial outbreak discovered at Berkeley homeless encampment

Berkeley city leadership issued a public health warning on Monday after animals in a homeless encampment tested positive for leptospirosis, a bacterial disease that can be fatal in dogs and humans.

Colleen Hoover reveals cancer diagnosis

Colleen Hoover, the famed author behind "It Ends With Us" and "Verity," revealed she has been diagnosed with cancer and has been receiving radiation treatment.

San Francisco could allow involuntary medication for those with mental illness

San Francisco leaders are working on a new bill they say would allow the treatment of those battling mental illness even if they don't want the help. The bill would allow the courts to authorize involuntary medication for some people with serious mental health conditions. 

CDC reports first cruise norovirus outbreak this year, as nearly 90 people are infected

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has confirmed a norovirus outbreak aboard a cruise ship — the first one of the year that's been reported.

BBB LipoMax warning: AI videos helping promote weight loss products

The BBB is issuing a warning that troubling deep-fake videos are circulating social media to help promote weight loss products. One includes Oprah promoting the “pink salt trick.”

Map: America's healthiest states have these things in common

America’s least healthy states also have a few things in common, according to a new report. Here's where your state ranks.

Bay Area man dies from suspected mushroom poisoning

Sonoma County has issued an urgent health warning regarding wild mushrooms, which are sprouting up across the entire Bay Area, posing extreme danger to people of all ages and their pets.  

House votes to extend Affordable Care Act subsidies. What we know

The House has passed legislation that extends expired health care subsidies for those who get coverage through the Affordable Care Act.

These cities rank as the best places for active lifestyles in 2026, data finds

As Americans set New Year’s resolutions to exercise more and lose weight in 2026, a new WalletHub study highlights how city living can influence an active lifestyle.

Map: These states have the highest levels of flu activity

Most flu infections this season are from a new variant not covered by the flu shot, but doctors say the vaccine will still help protect against severe illness and death.