The hidden content in kids’ feeds
The algorithm and America’s toddlers. Aislinn Conrad, an associate professor of Social Work at the University of Iowa gives insight. Conrad's expertise focus in the areas of child abuse prevention, and the ethical integration of artificial intelligence.
The algorithm and America’s toddlers. Aislinn Conrad, an associate professor of Social Work at the University of Iowa gives insight. Conrad's expertise focus in the areas of child abuse prevention, and the ethical integration of artificial intelligence.
Mark Zuckerberg faces jury in social media addiction trial
Isaac Vaghefi, professor at Zicklin School of Business, at Baruch College, explains what could come out of Mark Zuckerberg's trial on social media addiction.
Isaac Vaghefi, professor at Zicklin School of Business, at Baruch College, explains what could come out of Mark Zuckerberg's trial on social media addiction.
Brain training may cut dementia risk by 25%, researchers say
Certain types of brain-training exercises could lower the risk of dementia by about 25%, according to new research connected to a long-running study supported by the National Institutes of Health.
Certain types of brain-training exercises could lower the risk of dementia by about 25%, according to new research connected to a long-running study supported by the National Institutes of Health.
Heart disease prevention tied to equity, awareness during American Heart Month and Black History Month
While Valentine’s Day often focuses on romance, health experts say February is also a time to focus on protecting the heart in a literal sense — especially as American Heart Month overlaps with Black History Month, highlighting ongoing disparities in cardiovascular health.
While Valentine’s Day often focuses on romance, health experts say February is also a time to focus on protecting the heart in a literal sense — especially as American Heart Month overlaps with Black History Month, highlighting ongoing disparities in cardiovascular health.
Colorectal cancer on the rise in younger adults
Dr. Steve Lee, an Oncologist at Kaiser Permanente East Bay, gives insight on the growing threat of colorectal cancer in people under 55.
Dr. Steve Lee, an Oncologist at Kaiser Permanente East Bay, gives insight on the growing threat of colorectal cancer in people under 55.
Measles confirmed in another Bay Area county, the first case there since 2012
Another case of measles has been reported in the Bay Area amid outbreaks around the country of the highly contagious viral illness.
Another case of measles has been reported in the Bay Area amid outbreaks around the country of the highly contagious viral illness.
Tatiana Schlossberg, JFK's granddaughter, reveals terminal cancer diagnosis
Tatiana Schlossberg, President John F. Kennedy's granddaughter, shared in an essay this weekend that she’s been diagnosed with terminal cancer and has less than a year to live.
Tatiana Schlossberg, President John F. Kennedy's granddaughter, shared in an essay this weekend that she’s been diagnosed with terminal cancer and has less than a year to live.
Daily pill slashes 'bad' cholesterol levels by 60% in yearlong trial
A new daily pill could reduce bad cholesterol levels by 60%, according to a new study.
A new daily pill could reduce bad cholesterol levels by 60%, according to a new study.
CDC changes website to question safety of vaccines, disproven links to autism
The CDC website was updated late Wednesday without warning, sparking quick backlash from public health experts.
The CDC website was updated late Wednesday without warning, sparking quick backlash from public health experts.
New study links ultra-processed foods to rising colon cancer risk among young adults
Ultra-processed items include boxed soups, frozen meals and products with long shelf lives — foods many Americans grew up eating in the 1970s, 80s and 90s.
Ultra-processed items include boxed soups, frozen meals and products with long shelf lives — foods many Americans grew up eating in the 1970s, 80s and 90s.
Groundbreaking blood test can detect more than 50 cancers, Bay Area biotech says
A Bay Area biotech company is behind a potentially groundbreaking blood test that promises to be a game-changer in cancer detection, with the ability to discover more than 50 types of cancer even before symptoms appear.
A Bay Area biotech company is behind a potentially groundbreaking blood test that promises to be a game-changer in cancer detection, with the ability to discover more than 50 types of cancer even before symptoms appear.
It can affect people and dogs, Valley fever is on the rise in the Bay Area
State health officials are warning about a sharp rise in a potentially debilitating disease that's affecting both humans and dogs.
State health officials are warning about a sharp rise in a potentially debilitating disease that's affecting both humans and dogs.
This Bay Area company is leading the way in menopause care for workers
A Bay Area biotech giant is receiving growing attention for its approach to a topic that has been historically stigmatized and often taboo in workplace discussions.
A Bay Area biotech giant is receiving growing attention for its approach to a topic that has been historically stigmatized and often taboo in workplace discussions.
San Francisco Supervisor Bilal Mahmood opens up about autism diagnosis
April is Autism Awareness Month, and a San Francisco politician has gone public with his diagnosis.
April is Autism Awareness Month, and a San Francisco politician has gone public with his diagnosis.
Bay Area-based 23andMe files for bankruptcy, raising concerns over genetic data
Privacy advocates and legal experts are urging former and current customers to take action to protect their personal information.
Privacy advocates and legal experts are urging former and current customers to take action to protect their personal information.
In-Depth: Eating Disorder Awareness Week
KTVU's Heather Holmes sits down with Jackie Shiels, clinical psychologist at Kaiser Permanente to take an in-depth look at the nature of eating disorders and how to support those struggling or at risk.
KTVU's Heather Holmes sits down with Jackie Shiels, clinical psychologist at Kaiser Permanente to take an in-depth look at the nature of eating disorders and how to support those struggling or at risk.
New research from Kaiser Permanente highlights health effects of wildfire pollution
KTVU's Heather Holmes takes an in-depth look at the data with Dr. Jamal Rana, cardiologist and lead researcher at Kaiser Permanente.
KTVU's Heather Holmes takes an in-depth look at the data with Dr. Jamal Rana, cardiologist and lead researcher at Kaiser Permanente.
Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month and Prevention
KTVU's Heather Holmes hosts an in-depth discussion on the dangers of teen dating violence with Dr. Katrina Rapa, Family Medicine Physician at Kaiser Permanente.
KTVU's Heather Holmes hosts an in-depth discussion on the dangers of teen dating violence with Dr. Katrina Rapa, Family Medicine Physician at Kaiser Permanente.
CDC to lose nearly 1,300 probationary employees under Trump's job cuts
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is set to lose nearly 1,300 probationary employees—about 10% of its workforce—as part of a broader federal decision to remove all probationary employees from the agency.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is set to lose nearly 1,300 probationary employees—about 10% of its workforce—as part of a broader federal decision to remove all probationary employees from the agency.
Measles cases rose by more than 20% worldwide last year: Here's why
"Far too many children are still dying from this preventable disease," the CDC says.
"Far too many children are still dying from this preventable disease," the CDC says.