Health

A new survey shows public approval of the Affordable Care Act has reached its highest level since the law’s passage.

Experts say there are ways to combat seasonal affective disorder, better known as SAD.

A new study by UCLA Health found that people in emotionally supportive marriages have lower BMIs, healthier guts and higher levels of the “love hormone.”

Martha Stewart has her end-of-life plans already set, and it may seem a little unconventional to some.

California officials are warning the public after an outbreak of amatoxin mushroom poisoning linked to death cap mushrooms.

The new laws signed by Gov. Gavin Newsom address issues that continue to impact Californians such as consumer protections, labor and workplace rights, education, and immigration.

A federal vaccine advisory committee voted on Friday to end the longstanding recommendation that all U.S. babies get the hepatitis B vaccine on the day they’re born.

Bay Area donors helped make Giving Tuesday 2025 a success, garnering more than $311,000 in donations for UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospitals.

Aside from intensified efforts to take down traffickers, the "Fentanyl Free America" campaign will also focus on suppressing demand.

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued an alert after certain FreeStyle Libre glucose monitor sensors are providing incorrect low glucose readings.

The White House released a memo from President Donald Trump's physician on Monday with the doctor saying that Trump's physical exam included “advanced imaging" that is “standard for an executive physical."

A new flu variant called subclade K is gaining attention as doctors warn it could lead to a tougher flu season this winter. The strain, which stems from the influenza A (H3N2) virus, has already been identified in several countries and may be spreading more easily than earlier versions of H3N2.

The affected nasal spray products were sold at Walgreens stores nationwide. Here’s what you need to know.

The Miss Universe Organization is sharing more information about the health of Miss Jamaica, who has been hospitalized since falling off the stage last week.

More adults are suddenly developing allergic reactions later in life — and experts aren't sure why.

Oakland nonprofits team up with at-risk youth to provide a Thanksgiving meal for 900 families in need.

Donald Glover, who performs under the name Childish Gambino, opened up about a recent health scare that forced him to cancel his tour last year.

Parents whose babies were sickened with botulism some nine months before the current outbreak linked to ByHeart formula are demanding answers.

Researchers found significant drops in inflammation markers and diabetes risk factors in dozens of patients after they underwent this dreaded dental procedure.