Most Americans believe health care coverage for everyone is government's responsibility, poll finds
A recent poll shows that while most of the nation thinks health care coverage should be available for everyone, others are split on their views of the Affordable Care Act.
A recent poll shows that while most of the nation thinks health care coverage should be available for everyone, others are split on their views of the Affordable Care Act.
UnitedHealthcare CEO killer search: What we know so far
Efforts to track down the gunman who shot and killed UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson outside a New York City hotel expanded over the weekend.
Efforts to track down the gunman who shot and killed UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson outside a New York City hotel expanded over the weekend.
Debate over sell-by and expiration dates boils down to one answer, experts say
Should sell-by dates serve as expiration dates? Experts provide food for thought.
Should sell-by dates serve as expiration dates? Experts provide food for thought.
Possible bird flu reported in child in Marin County
Marin County Public Health is reporting a possible case of H5N1, also known as the bird flu, in a child.
Marin County Public Health is reporting a possible case of H5N1, also known as the bird flu, in a child.
High-fructose corn syrup could speed up tumor growth, study suggests
Researchers found that animal subjects that consumed large amounts of food with high-fructose corn syrup were susceptible to accelerated tumor growth in certain types of cancer.
Researchers found that animal subjects that consumed large amounts of food with high-fructose corn syrup were susceptible to accelerated tumor growth in certain types of cancer.
California: Raw milk to be tested for bird flu in six states, USDA says
Raw milk across several states will be tested after an outbreak of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) strain H5N1 in March of this year, according to the United States Department of Agriculture.
Raw milk across several states will be tested after an outbreak of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) strain H5N1 in March of this year, according to the United States Department of Agriculture.
Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield reverses decision to put a time limit on anesthesia
One of the country’s largest health insurers reversed a change in policy Thursday after widespread outcry, saying it would not tie payments in some states to the length of time a patient went under anesthesia.
One of the country’s largest health insurers reversed a change in policy Thursday after widespread outcry, saying it would not tie payments in some states to the length of time a patient went under anesthesia.
Mystery flu-like illness has killed dozens in Congo: What we know
With symptoms including fever and cough, the respiratory disease has affected nearly 380 people, half of them young children.
With symptoms including fever and cough, the respiratory disease has affected nearly 380 people, half of them young children.
Soccer headers cause more damage to brain than previously thought, study suggests
A new study links soccer heading to structural brain abnormalities, raising concerns about long-term cognitive effects.
A new study links soccer heading to structural brain abnormalities, raising concerns about long-term cognitive effects.
Alcohol deaths have more than doubled in recent years, especially among women
Experts revealed how many drinks are likely to have harmful effects on human health.
Experts revealed how many drinks are likely to have harmful effects on human health.
Do you have nightmares about your job? New study reveals why
A recent survey of 1,750 U.S. workers revealed that 64% have experienced nightmares about their jobs.
A recent survey of 1,750 U.S. workers revealed that 64% have experienced nightmares about their jobs.
Study reveals how concussions slow brain activity in high school football players
Researchers gathered data for their study from high school football players to understand the relationship between concussions and its impact on the brain.
Researchers gathered data for their study from high school football players to understand the relationship between concussions and its impact on the brain.
Elton John says he has lost his eyesight
Elton John revealed at “The Devil Wears Prada" musical’s opening night that he still cannot see, months after contracting a severe eye infection.
Elton John revealed at “The Devil Wears Prada" musical’s opening night that he still cannot see, months after contracting a severe eye infection.
San Francisco leaders aim to remember lives lost, educate next generation on World Aids Day
On World Aids Day Sunday, there was a commemoration at the National AIDS Memorial Grove in San Francisco's Golden Gate Park.
On World Aids Day Sunday, there was a commemoration at the National AIDS Memorial Grove in San Francisco's Golden Gate Park.
Drinking more water may have several health benefits, study finds
Researchers found that increased water intake may help with a variety of conditions from obesity to migraines.
Researchers found that increased water intake may help with a variety of conditions from obesity to migraines.
Saying 'thanks' can improve your health – and may even lengthen your life
Practicing gratitude is known to have a significant impact on our brains, bodies and overall well-being – and a new study found it may even help lengthen lives.
Practicing gratitude is known to have a significant impact on our brains, bodies and overall well-being – and a new study found it may even help lengthen lives.
California resident dies from rabies after bitten by infected bat
A California man has died after being bitten by a suspected rabid bat, state health officials said.
A California man has died after being bitten by a suspected rabid bat, state health officials said.
Wendy Williams ‘incapacitated’: What we know about her health
Wendy Williams is ‘permanently incapacitated,’ reportedly according to a recent court filing by her guardian. Here’s what that means, and a look at her recent health diagnoses.
Wendy Williams is ‘permanently incapacitated,’ reportedly according to a recent court filing by her guardian. Here’s what that means, and a look at her recent health diagnoses.
Trump names pandemic lockdown critic Jay Bhattacharya to lead NIH
President-elect Donald Trump selects Dr. Jay Bhattacharya, a critic of lockdowns and vaccine mandates, as the next director of the NIH.
President-elect Donald Trump selects Dr. Jay Bhattacharya, a critic of lockdowns and vaccine mandates, as the next director of the NIH.
Navigating the holidays while on weight-loss medications like Wegovy and Ozempic
Tips for managing GLP-1 and GIP weight-loss medications during the holidays without derailing progress.
Tips for managing GLP-1 and GIP weight-loss medications during the holidays without derailing progress.