'Mychal the Librarian' leaves job to prioritize mental health

'Mychal the Librarian' often posts inspiring videos on social media promoting literacy, kindness and messages about mental health.

Alabama's IVF ruling could send wave of patients to Bay Area

For decades, in vitro fertilization has allowed couples suffering with conception issues, to achieve pregnancy. But recently, the Alabama Supreme Court ruled frozen embryos awaiting implantation in a woman’s uterus, have the same legal protections as children.

Wendy Williams, 59, diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia, aphasia

Former talk show host and radio personality Wendy Williams was diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia and aphasia, according to a spokesperson.

Study finds microplastics linked to thousands of premature births

Using data from over 5,000 mothers, researchers determined that longterm exposure to such chemicals resulted in increased risk of premature births.

Hydeia Broadbent, prominent HIV/AIDS activist, passes away at 39

Hydeia Broadbent, a well-known HIV/AIDS activist, passed away at 39 after a lifelong battle with AIDS, leaving behind a legacy of education and hope.

Largest-ever COVID vaccine study links shot to small increase in heart, brain conditions

"The odds of all of these adverse events are still much, much higher when infected with SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19), so getting vaccinated is still by far the safer choice," one doctor noted.

Lil Jon drops meditation album: Here's what inspired him

Lil Jon describes his meditation album as "10 guided meditations to relieve anxiety, boost focus, and find peace."

Second chance at love for Redwood City couple in their 80s

82-year-old Caroline Downey, and 85-year-old Don Levy celebrated Valentine's Day with a bottle of white wine he gifted her. They first met eight years ago in the dining room of Brookdale Redwood City, a retirement home.

Erectile dysfunction drugs may protect against Alzheimer's, study suggests

Researchers conducted a study with over 260,000 men to determine if there is a connection between the male enhancement drug lowering their risk of developing the disease.

Deadly listeria outbreak linked to cotija cheese, queso fresco, more dairy products, CDC says

The decade-long outbreak of listeria across 11 U.S. states has been linked to a cheese and dairy company in California. Two people have died and at least 26 have been sickened.

Cancer diagnoses in the British royal family over the years: 'The great equalizer'

Most recently, Sarah Ferguson, Duchess of York, announced on Jan. 21 that she was diagnosed with skin cancer just a month after receiving breast cancer treatments.