South San Jose man's dog suffers meth poisoning

A warning for residents in South San Jose, following a rash of drug poisonings affecting pets.

New study indicates dementia signs can be detected nearly a decade before diagnosis

A new study from researchers at the University of Cambridge indicates it may be possible to detect dementia within a patient nearly a decade before they are diagnosed. 

FDA authorizes updated COVID boosters for kids as young as 5

Only people who’ve gotten their initial Covid-19 vaccinations -- with any of the original-formula versions -- qualify for an updated booster.

Congenital Syphilis is rising at an alarming rate in California

Syphilis cases have continued to rise over the last seven years and officials say informing people about the spread is crucial to protecting women and their babies.

Rising suicide rates compel military to address mental health

The Pentagon is reviewing the military's mental health policy amid a rise in suicides among active service members. But many service members in crisis won't admit they need help.

First Lady Jill Biden in San Francisco to visit UCSF cancer center and speak at women's luncheon

First Lady Jill Biden is in the Bay Area to spend a day in San Francisco meeting with researchers at UCSF’s cancer center, followed by a women’s luncheon hosted annually by House Speaker Nancy Pelosi. 

Homelessness increased for California Latinos during pandemic

A new report says due to the pandemic, over 22,000 additional people fell into homelessness in California. The data also shows that Latinos experienced an increase in homelessness during that time, more than any other group.   

Wildlife agencies finding elevated 'forever chemicals' in deer, fish

The discovery is prompting health advisories in parts of the country where hunting and fishing are ways of life and key pieces of the economy.

New state law named after South Bay attorney who battled Leukemia

Huang says through his journey with Leukemia, he learned that Asians, Latinos and Black people have a significantly lower chance of finding a matching donor than whites, which means they have a lower chance of surviving.