Federal cuts, reversals upended California healthcare in 2025

During the summer, a congressionally-approved spending plan slashed nearly a trillion dollars from the Medicaid program over the next decade.

5 fitness trends that went viral in 2025 — experts weigh hype vs results

From weighted vests to jiu-jitsu, here are some of the fitness trends that went viral in 2025 -- and if the hype is worth the results.

Popular painkiller offers little relief, raises serious health risks, study finds

A widely prescribed opioid painkiller showed limited effectiveness and increased risk of negative effects in a new analysis published in BMJ Evidence-Based Medicine.

Oakland’s New Parkway Theater celebrates 13 years with $1 movie night

Live music and a line of eager moviegoers stretched outside the New Parkway Theater on Monday evening as the Oakland staple celebrated 13 years of business.

Barry Manilow reveals early lung cancer diagnosis, says no chemo needed

Legendary singer and songwriter Barry Manilow announced that he has been diagnosed with early-stage lung cancer and will undergo surgery after completing his current run of concerts.

Misunderstood illness leaves millions exhausted, with most cases undiagnosed

Chronic fatigue syndrome is a misunderstood illness that affects 3.3 million people in the US, with one in four confined to bed at some point.

Map: Here are the Bay Area hot spots for the flu

Flu cases are climbing across the San Francisco Bay Area, and health officials say new wastewater data shows influenza activity is already elevated — particularly influenza A — weeks before many people seek testing or medical care.

FDA announces urgent recall of dietary supplement due to undeclared ingredients

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued an urgent recall of a dietary supplement due to the capsules being tainted with sildenafil and tadalafil, which are FDA approved drugs to treat male erectile dysfunction.

Winter Walk draws big crowds as Union Square becomes holiday promenade

Large crowds filled Union Square as San Francisco kicked off Winter Walk, transforming Stockton Street into a festive pedestrian plaza through Christmas Eve.

Silicosis: Countertops linked to Massachusetts man's diagnosis

A Massachusetts man in his 40s has been diagnosed with silicosis, an incurable lung disease linked to popular kitchen countertops.