US suicides remain at highest level in nation’s history
A new report from the CDC reveals that more than 49,000 suicides were reported in 2023, which remain at the highest level in U.S. history.
A new report from the CDC reveals that more than 49,000 suicides were reported in 2023, which remain at the highest level in U.S. history.
'Galaxy Gas': Kids are inhaling dangerous levels of nitrous oxide
Videos of kids inhaling Galaxy Gas have taken off on social media, leading to new concerns about the dangers of abusing nitrous oxide.
Videos of kids inhaling Galaxy Gas have taken off on social media, leading to new concerns about the dangers of abusing nitrous oxide.
Indigenous Maya people in Bay Area fight to preserve their Mam language
The Maya community in the Bay Area has grown to tens of thousands of people from Guatemala and Mexico who speak Mam, K'iche, Yucatel, and other Maya languages.
The Maya community in the Bay Area has grown to tens of thousands of people from Guatemala and Mexico who speak Mam, K'iche, Yucatel, and other Maya languages.
Nearly 200 chemicals linked to breast cancer could be exposed to people’s food: Study
Researchers said the study is a good jumping off point to improve the world’s understanding of what outside factors cause breast cancer and how to better prevent exposure.
Researchers said the study is a good jumping off point to improve the world’s understanding of what outside factors cause breast cancer and how to better prevent exposure.
Which cities are best for women? Study highlights economic, health, and safety
A new study by WalletHub reveals the best cities for women in 2024 based on economic, health, and safety factors.
A new study by WalletHub reveals the best cities for women in 2024 based on economic, health, and safety factors.
Americans can order free COVID-19 tests beginning this month: What to know
Free COVID-19 tests will be available to U.S. households beginning this month. Here's what to know.
Free COVID-19 tests will be available to U.S. households beginning this month. Here's what to know.
Report details the lesser known link between alcohol and cancer risk
The latest Cancer Progress Report reveals a 33% decline in U.S. cancer deaths since 1991, but also highlights the lesser-known cancer risk posed by alcohol consumption.
The latest Cancer Progress Report reveals a 33% decline in U.S. cancer deaths since 1991, but also highlights the lesser-known cancer risk posed by alcohol consumption.
Immigrant families reunited after decades apart through international nonprofit
25 people flew in from Mexico to reunite with their families who migrated to the US many years ago. They were traveling through a program called Palomas Mensajeras.
25 people flew in from Mexico to reunite with their families who migrated to the US many years ago. They were traveling through a program called Palomas Mensajeras.
Betty Reid Soskin turning 103, shares secret talent with students in new film
Betty Reid Soskin, who found fame as the oldest National Park Service ranger before she retired, arrived at her namesake middle school Friday to a loud welcome of cheers and applause by the students as they celebrated her 103rd birthday.
Betty Reid Soskin, who found fame as the oldest National Park Service ranger before she retired, arrived at her namesake middle school Friday to a loud welcome of cheers and applause by the students as they celebrated her 103rd birthday.
More than 3,000 chemicals enter the body through food packaging, study finds
A new study recently found evidence for widespread human exposure to food contact chemicals (FCCs) through food packaging items.
A new study recently found evidence for widespread human exposure to food contact chemicals (FCCs) through food packaging items.
Black mothers are having more C-sections than white mothers. Here's why
Though becoming a parent can be a joyful time, for some parents, welcoming a new bundle of joy could come with added risk.
Though becoming a parent can be a joyful time, for some parents, welcoming a new bundle of joy could come with added risk.
NYC COVID czar caught on cam bragging about attending drug-fueled sex parties during pandemic
Varma — who served as senior health advisor to then-Mayor Bill de Blasio during the height of the pandemic, talked about hosting orgies with his wife and attending underground dance parties with more than 200 people.
Varma — who served as senior health advisor to then-Mayor Bill de Blasio during the height of the pandemic, talked about hosting orgies with his wife and attending underground dance parties with more than 200 people.
Bay Area teen named USA Mullet Champion after being bullied
It’s a lesson in moxie, determination, and staying true to who you are. And if you’re so lucky, you may be awarded with prizes, celebratory recognition, and even be able to share your story widely.
It’s a lesson in moxie, determination, and staying true to who you are. And if you’re so lucky, you may be awarded with prizes, celebratory recognition, and even be able to share your story widely.
More evidence found of microplastics infiltrating human brain, study says
Researchers in Brazil found evidence of microplastics in the brain tissue of human cadavers.
Researchers in Brazil found evidence of microplastics in the brain tissue of human cadavers.
COVID XEC variant, reportedly more contagious, starting to spread
Health experts and scientists around the world are sharing thoughts on what they believe will be the next dominant COVID variant to watch for this fall - XEC.
Health experts and scientists around the world are sharing thoughts on what they believe will be the next dominant COVID variant to watch for this fall - XEC.
Drug-resistant superbugs could kill more than 39 million by 2050, study suggests
More than 39 million people globally could die from superbugs that are resistant to widely-used medications by 2050, according to a new study.
More than 39 million people globally could die from superbugs that are resistant to widely-used medications by 2050, according to a new study.
4 out of 5 parents moved their kids out of booster seats too soon, study finds
A recent study reveals that 4 out of 5 parents transition their children out of booster seats too early, raising safety concerns. Find out the recommendations for child car seat safety and how to protect young passengers.
A recent study reveals that 4 out of 5 parents transition their children out of booster seats too early, raising safety concerns. Find out the recommendations for child car seat safety and how to protect young passengers.
Instagram teen accounts roll out this month. Here’s what to know
Instagram will automatically put teens in private accounts that come with more restrictions. Here’s what parents should know about these new, so-called “teen accounts.”
Instagram will automatically put teens in private accounts that come with more restrictions. Here’s what parents should know about these new, so-called “teen accounts.”
FDA to propose new food label warnings to combat obesity
The FDA is considering food labels to help consumers identify products with unhealthy ingredients, but some experts wonder if this is enough to help in the fight of high obesity rates in the U.S.
The FDA is considering food labels to help consumers identify products with unhealthy ingredients, but some experts wonder if this is enough to help in the fight of high obesity rates in the U.S.
High levels of lead detected in 12 brands of cinnamon and spice blends, report says
Elevated levels of lead were found in 12 of 36 cinnamon and spice mixture brands tested by Consumer Reports.
Elevated levels of lead were found in 12 of 36 cinnamon and spice mixture brands tested by Consumer Reports.