Study reveals new ways to predict onset of Alzheimer’s disease
UCLA Health researchers have identified four diagnostic pathways that can predict the onset of Alzheimer’s disease, offering new possibilities for early detection and prevention.
UCLA Health researchers have identified four diagnostic pathways that can predict the onset of Alzheimer’s disease, offering new possibilities for early detection and prevention.
Researchers discover possible trigger for Parkinson’s disease
Researchers believe the HPgV virus could be an environmental trigger or contributor to Parkinson's disease.
Researchers believe the HPgV virus could be an environmental trigger or contributor to Parkinson's disease.
Top 10 list of least healthy fast-food chains released by WorldAtlas
Fast food may be a beloved American tradition—right up there with baseball and oversized soda cups—but a new ranking is putting some of our favorite chains on nutritional notice.
Fast food may be a beloved American tradition—right up there with baseball and oversized soda cups—but a new ranking is putting some of our favorite chains on nutritional notice.
These are the least and most stressed cities in the US, study shows
The most-stressed city also had the highest unemployment and poverty rates in the entire country, according to WalletHub.
The most-stressed city also had the highest unemployment and poverty rates in the entire country, according to WalletHub.
Can drinking soda help migraines? Doctors reveal whether bubbly drinks cure headaches or not
Here's how caffeine, sugar and salt affect blood flow to the brain during headaches.
Here's how caffeine, sugar and salt affect blood flow to the brain during headaches.
Oscar Mayer turkey bacon recalled for possible listeria contamination
Kraft Heinz is recalling nearly 368,000 pounds of Oscar Mayer turkey bacon products over potential listeria contamination. No illnesses have been reported so far.
Kraft Heinz is recalling nearly 368,000 pounds of Oscar Mayer turkey bacon products over potential listeria contamination. No illnesses have been reported so far.
Study links alcohol intake to higher pancreatic cancer risk
A massive international study found that alcohol consumption is associated with a modest but significant increase in pancreatic cancer risk—regardless of sex or smoking status.
A massive international study found that alcohol consumption is associated with a modest but significant increase in pancreatic cancer risk—regardless of sex or smoking status.
San Quentin holds emotional, first-ever father-daughter prom
Hair, make-up, gowns, tuxedos, and tears—San Quentin Rehabilitation Center was recently the scene of an emotional first-ever father-daughter prom.
Hair, make-up, gowns, tuxedos, and tears—San Quentin Rehabilitation Center was recently the scene of an emotional first-ever father-daughter prom.
UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital workers announce end to strike
Healthcare workers will end their strike on Monday, but the National Union of Healthcare Workers said it will continue the legal battle.
Healthcare workers will end their strike on Monday, but the National Union of Healthcare Workers said it will continue the legal battle.
WHO experts issue final report on COVID-19’s origin
The World Health Organization’s expert group says the origin of COVID-19 remains inconclusive, though most evidence still points to animal-to-human transmission.
The World Health Organization’s expert group says the origin of COVID-19 remains inconclusive, though most evidence still points to animal-to-human transmission.
Ticks spread to new regions across America, bringing dangerous diseases
Lyme disease plus alpha-gal syndrome and tick paralysis pose serious health risks, say experts. Here's what to know.
Lyme disease plus alpha-gal syndrome and tick paralysis pose serious health risks, say experts. Here's what to know.
UCSF Health eliminating 200 positions
UCSF Health is eliminating about 200 positions, the University of California office said.
UCSF Health is eliminating about 200 positions, the University of California office said.
Eating more fruits and vegetables could improve your sleep, study shows
A new study finds that eating more fruits, vegetables, and whole grains during the day could lead to deeper, more restful sleep at night.
A new study finds that eating more fruits, vegetables, and whole grains during the day could lead to deeper, more restful sleep at night.
Health insurers pledge to streamline ‘prior authorization’ process
UnitedHealthcare, Aetna and dozens of other insurers promised Monday they’re working to scale back a health care practice that leads to delays and complications.
UnitedHealthcare, Aetna and dozens of other insurers promised Monday they’re working to scale back a health care practice that leads to delays and complications.
New technology to assess your risk of breast cancer
The FDA has approved the first 'artificial intelligence' tool to predict breast cancer risk. The image-based prognostic platform is designed to predict five-year breast cancer risk from a routine mammogram. Pam Cook talks with Fox Medical Team's Doctor Mike about how it works.
The FDA has approved the first 'artificial intelligence' tool to predict breast cancer risk. The image-based prognostic platform is designed to predict five-year breast cancer risk from a routine mammogram. Pam Cook talks with Fox Medical Team's Doctor Mike about how it works.
New Stanford grad Ahmed Muhammad remains committed to his Oakland community
Surrounded by family, friends, and others whom Oakland’s Ahmed Muhammad credits for helping him on his journey, the 22-year-old marked a milestone, graduating from Stanford University.
Surrounded by family, friends, and others whom Oakland’s Ahmed Muhammad credits for helping him on his journey, the 22-year-old marked a milestone, graduating from Stanford University.
Cannabis use could double risk of heart death, study warns
Researchers in a new study found that cannabis use may lead to a greater risk of a heart attack and stroke.
Researchers in a new study found that cannabis use may lead to a greater risk of a heart attack and stroke.
The workforce: lowest and highest paying majors
Michael Itzkowitz, Founder and President of HEA Group, breaks down the early and midcareer median wages for college graduates by major. HEA Group, is a consulting company focused on college value that conducts research on how quickly students are able to recoup their educational costs.
Michael Itzkowitz, Founder and President of HEA Group, breaks down the early and midcareer median wages for college graduates by major. HEA Group, is a consulting company focused on college value that conducts research on how quickly students are able to recoup their educational costs.
FDA approves new twice-yearly HIV prevention shot. Here's how it works
In two recent studies, this new shot reportedly nearly eliminated new infections in people at substantial risk of HIV.
In two recent studies, this new shot reportedly nearly eliminated new infections in people at substantial risk of HIV.
New HIV prevention drug introduced, but it comes at a high cost
As with many chronic and often deadly diseases, an ounce of prevention can be worth a ton of cure. It's a breakthrough drug for sure for those wanting to avoid HIV AIDS, but the price is eye popping.
As with many chronic and often deadly diseases, an ounce of prevention can be worth a ton of cure. It's a breakthrough drug for sure for those wanting to avoid HIV AIDS, but the price is eye popping.