US infant mortality rate rose after overturning of Roe v. Wade, study finds

U.S. infant mortality increased 7% in the months following the U.S. Supreme Court’s overturning of Roe v. Wade, according to a new study.

Biden administration proposes making over-the-counter birth control free, including condoms

Private health insurance would fully cover over-the-counter birth control methods, such as condoms, the "morning after" pill, and daily oral contraceptives under a newly-proposed rule.

Florida reports spike in flesh-eating bacteria cases following recent hurricanes

Cases of flesh-eating bacteria have seen an unusual spike following impacts from Hurricanes Helene and Milton, data from the Florida Department of Health shows.

The impact of domestic violence on women in prison for killing their abusers

A Stanford study surveyed 650 women incarcerated in California and found that intimate partner violence often led women to long prison sentences for acts of survival.

Election stress disorder is real. Here's how to cope with 3 weeks to go

With less than three weeks until Election Day, the Kamala Harris-Donald Trump news blitz can be a lot to handle. Here’s how experts say you can counter election anxiety.

Arizona's famous 'Thanksgiving Grandma,' Wanda Dench diagnosed with cancer

Arizona's Thanksgiving Grandma, Wanda Dench, known for her bond with Jamal Hinton from a misdirected text, revealed her breast cancer diagnosis on social media on October 16.

Minimum wage for California healthcare workers goes up

The minimum wage for some of California's lowest paid health care workers takes effect on Wednesday.

Can video games improve your sleep? Here's what the research shows

A study explores the effects of video games on adult sleep. It reveals that casual gaming may improve sleep quality, while excessive gaming and certain game types can disrupt sleep.

North Carolina football player dies following battle with rare lung cancer

The University of North Carolina is mourning the loss of football player Tylee Craft, 23, who passed away from a rare form of lung cancer.

Harris' doctor releases detailed report, says VP in 'excellent health'

The details in Kamala Harris' health report are in contrast to her opponent Donald Trump, who has released only limited information about his health over the years.

Hurricane Milton uncovers lost wedding ring after nearly a decade

After a challenging few days, Palm Coast couple Laura and Basil Yorio found a surprising silver lining following their evacuation from Hurricane Milton.

Mask mandates returning to several Bay Area counties

The local health orders require masks to be worn in hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, and other healthcare facilities.

Mixologists kick off 'Oakland Style' to showcase the best of The Town

Oakland kicked off a series of events on Wednesday night, designed to attract people to the city. It's called "Oakland Style." It highlighted the best of what the city has to offer in cuisine, culture, and art. There was a new event this year. Organizers added a mixologist competition.

83% of Gen Z say they have an unhealthy relationship with their phone, data shows

The BePresent 2024 report reveals that 83% of Gen Z believe they have an unhealthy relationship with their phones, leading to significant mental health impacts, including sleep loss and anxiety.