COVID-19 pill Paxlovid moves closer to full FDA approval
The medication has been used by millions of Americans since the FDA granted it emergency use authorization in late 2021.
The medication has been used by millions of Americans since the FDA granted it emergency use authorization in late 2021.
San Jose church fights back $2.8M fine for defying COVID order
A South Bay church is countersuing Santa Clara County after the state imposed $2.8 million in fines on the place of worship for ignoring COVID-19 lockdown orders, according to a report.
A South Bay church is countersuing Santa Clara County after the state imposed $2.8 million in fines on the place of worship for ignoring COVID-19 lockdown orders, according to a report.
Dry cleaning chemical linked to risk of Parkinson’s disease, study says
Researchers in a new study say the chemical pollutes air and can enter homes, schools, and workplaces undetected, and exposure to it could increase your risk of Parkinson's.
Researchers in a new study say the chemical pollutes air and can enter homes, schools, and workplaces undetected, and exposure to it could increase your risk of Parkinson's.
Reusable water bottles hold 40,000 times more bacteria than toilet seat, study finds
Reusable bottles can hold twice as many germs as the kitchen sink, four times the amount of bacteria as a computer mouse and 14 times more than a pet bowl.
Reusable bottles can hold twice as many germs as the kitchen sink, four times the amount of bacteria as a computer mouse and 14 times more than a pet bowl.
Man dies at Arches National Park after getting medical attention
Park rangers said despite their best efforts, the man was pronounced dead at the scene.
Park rangers said despite their best efforts, the man was pronounced dead at the scene.
EPA to limit toxic ‘forever chemicals’ in drinking water
The EPA proposed limiting the amount of harmful “forever chemicals" in drinking water to the lowest level that tests can detect, a long-awaited protection the agency said will save thousands of lives and prevent serious illnesses, including cancer.
The EPA proposed limiting the amount of harmful “forever chemicals" in drinking water to the lowest level that tests can detect, a long-awaited protection the agency said will save thousands of lives and prevent serious illnesses, including cancer.
Johns Hopkins shuts down COVID-19 data tracking hub after 3 years
The site pulled in a staggering 2.5 billion views over its lifetime, becoming a global go-to for monitoring the public health catastrophe.
The site pulled in a staggering 2.5 billion views over its lifetime, becoming a global go-to for monitoring the public health catastrophe.
Warriors' Klay Thompson surprises teen with new wheelchair
Golden State Warrior guard Klay Thompson surprised a Santa Rosa teenager on Saturday with a new, custom-made basketball wheelchair that may help him accomplish his athletic dreams.
Golden State Warrior guard Klay Thompson surprised a Santa Rosa teenager on Saturday with a new, custom-made basketball wheelchair that may help him accomplish his athletic dreams.
Adults should get screened for hepatitis B at least once, CDC recommends
Most people with the virus don’t know they have it, and it can cause liver cancer and early death.
Most people with the virus don’t know they have it, and it can cause liver cancer and early death.
Warrior player Klay Thompson surprises teen amputee with new wheelchair before game
Golden State Warrior guard Klay Thompson surprised a Santa Rosa teenager with a brand new and custom-made basketball wheelchair before the Warriors vs. Bucks game. Video provided from the Golden State Warriors.
Golden State Warrior guard Klay Thompson surprised a Santa Rosa teenager with a brand new and custom-made basketball wheelchair before the Warriors vs. Bucks game. Video provided from the Golden State Warriors.
Santa Clara County jail inmate dies by suicide
A man arrested for alleged sex crimes has died by suicide in a Santa Clara County jail, authorities said.
A man arrested for alleged sex crimes has died by suicide in a Santa Clara County jail, authorities said.
Pfizer's fast-acting migraine nasal spray approved by FDA
The nasal spray is designed for quick relief of migraine headaches for those who can’t take pills or injections.
The nasal spray is designed for quick relief of migraine headaches for those who can’t take pills or injections.
Here are the worst spring allergens that will make you cough, sneeze and rub your watery eyes
Spring isn't the only time for allergies to annoy you. Many people who suffer from seasonal allergies feel fine in the spring but can be affected during the summer, fall and winter. And for some, it's a year-round annoyance.
Spring isn't the only time for allergies to annoy you. Many people who suffer from seasonal allergies feel fine in the spring but can be affected during the summer, fall and winter. And for some, it's a year-round annoyance.
Lower respiratory infections when young could be linked to earlier adult deaths: study
Over eight decades, researchers tracked over 3,500 people from birth to death.
Over eight decades, researchers tracked over 3,500 people from birth to death.
California won't renew $54M contract with Walgreens over abortion pill stance
California Gov. Gavin Newsom is delivering on his word to cut ties with Walgreens over the drugstore chain's stance on distributing abortion pills.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom is delivering on his word to cut ties with Walgreens over the drugstore chain's stance on distributing abortion pills.
Health advisory if you live near Martinez refinery: Don't eat the food you grow
Heath officials in Contra Costa County are advising residents and those who garden near the Martinez refinery not to eat the food they grow, at least not until soil testing is complete.
Heath officials in Contra Costa County are advising residents and those who garden near the Martinez refinery not to eat the food they grow, at least not until soil testing is complete.
Slap fighting: The next big thing in combat sports, or unsporting stupidity?
UFC President Dana White says slap fighting is safer than boxing or MMA because each contestant usually takes only three blows per bout, but some others aren't convinced.
UFC President Dana White says slap fighting is safer than boxing or MMA because each contestant usually takes only three blows per bout, but some others aren't convinced.
US to relax COVID testing rules for travelers from China
The Biden administration is preparing to relax COVID-19 testing restrictions for travelers from China as soon as Friday, according to two people familiar with the decision.
The Biden administration is preparing to relax COVID-19 testing restrictions for travelers from China as soon as Friday, according to two people familiar with the decision.
Health officials say residents near Martinez refinery should refrain from eating home-grown-food
Contra Costa Health (CCH) on Tuesday advised residents near Martinez Refining Company (MRC) not to eat produce grown in soil that may have been exposed in November to "spent catalyst" with heavy metals, saying further environmental testing needs to be completed.
Contra Costa Health (CCH) on Tuesday advised residents near Martinez Refining Company (MRC) not to eat produce grown in soil that may have been exposed in November to "spent catalyst" with heavy metals, saying further environmental testing needs to be completed.
Man loses nearly 400 pounds, keeping promise to grandmother
"What made me start my journey was I wanted to live longer," Nicholas Craft of Mississippi said.
"What made me start my journey was I wanted to live longer," Nicholas Craft of Mississippi said.