Survey reveals 45% of adults skip using soap when washing their hands
A recent survey finds that some people not only pass on soap use for handwashing, but they will also dry their hands with their clothes.
A recent survey finds that some people not only pass on soap use for handwashing, but they will also dry their hands with their clothes.
What is 'chroming'? The deadly social media trend on TikTok
Several people have lost their lives due to “chroming," but yet it is becoming more popular on social media.
Several people have lost their lives due to “chroming," but yet it is becoming more popular on social media.
Bills' Damar Hamlin launches CPR Tour to raise awareness
Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin kicked off a multicity tour at his home stadium on Saturday to distribute medical equipment and promote techniques that helped save his life in January.
Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin kicked off a multicity tour at his home stadium on Saturday to distribute medical equipment and promote techniques that helped save his life in January.
Eating junk food may hinder deep sleep, study says
Participants were given both healthy and unhealthy diets at random times and their sleep schedules were monitored to see what, if any, connection there was between diet and sleep.
Participants were given both healthy and unhealthy diets at random times and their sleep schedules were monitored to see what, if any, connection there was between diet and sleep.
North Texas teen meets California bone marrow donor who saved his life
On Friday, 17-year-old Chi-Heng Chan and his family finally got the chance to meet the woman who literally saved his life.
On Friday, 17-year-old Chi-Heng Chan and his family finally got the chance to meet the woman who literally saved his life.
Fewer US babies born in 2022 amid record-low birth rates for young moms
Births to moms 35 and older continued to rise. But those gains were offset by low birth rates to moms in their teens and early 20s, the CDC said.
Births to moms 35 and older continued to rise. But those gains were offset by low birth rates to moms in their teens and early 20s, the CDC said.
What is human metapneumovirus? Doctors explain HMPV symptoms
Human metapneumovirus, or HMPV, spiked this spring, sending young children and seniors to the hospital. Here's what health experts say about what you need to know and should keep an eye out for.
Human metapneumovirus, or HMPV, spiked this spring, sending young children and seniors to the hospital. Here's what health experts say about what you need to know and should keep an eye out for.
Man who survived back-to-back strokes looks to inspire others to never give up
Robert was rushed to Texas Health Fort Worth, where an X-ray found a blockage the size of a watermelon seed impeding blood flow to the left side of his brain.
Robert was rushed to Texas Health Fort Worth, where an X-ray found a blockage the size of a watermelon seed impeding blood flow to the left side of his brain.
Breast Cancer Screenings and Black Women
New data shows increasing number of breast cancer fatalities for black women. Dr. Jessica Shepherd from Verywell Health breaks down the statistics and what women need to know. Also, Komen Dallas shares how you can get free or low-cost mammograms.
New data shows increasing number of breast cancer fatalities for black women. Dr. Jessica Shepherd from Verywell Health breaks down the statistics and what women need to know. Also, Komen Dallas shares how you can get free or low-cost mammograms.
Shortage of chemotherapy drugs in U.S. leaves doctors to make tough decisions
Lawmakers say the country is only using half of its drug manufacturing capacity right now.
Lawmakers say the country is only using half of its drug manufacturing capacity right now.
Paxlovid, Pfizer's COVID-19 pill, gets full FDA approval
U.S. health regulators have given full approval to Pfizer’s COVID-19 pill Paxlovid.
U.S. health regulators have given full approval to Pfizer’s COVID-19 pill Paxlovid.
New study reveals what, exactly, in human body odor attracts mosquitoes
What draws mosquitoes to certain people over others? A recent study aimed to investigate this question and found that mosquitoes “consistently, night after night," chose the same human scent.
What draws mosquitoes to certain people over others? A recent study aimed to investigate this question and found that mosquitoes “consistently, night after night," chose the same human scent.
CDC investigating salmonella outbreak in 6 states linked to cookie dough
At least 18 people have become ill, including two reported hospitalizations, since late February, the CDC said. Here’s what you need to know.
At least 18 people have become ill, including two reported hospitalizations, since late February, the CDC said. Here’s what you need to know.
Surgeon general warns social media can have 'profound risk of harm' for kids
Could social media for kids be regulated next, like car seats and baby formula? The U.S. surgeon general is pushing policymakers to consider change in a new report on social media and youth mental health.
Could social media for kids be regulated next, like car seats and baby formula? The U.S. surgeon general is pushing policymakers to consider change in a new report on social media and youth mental health.
New Alzheimer's drugs bring hope, controversy
The two new drugs are said to help slow the progression of Alzheimer's, but the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services won't cover the $26,000 a year prescription price tag because it's not sure just how safe the drugs are.
The two new drugs are said to help slow the progression of Alzheimer's, but the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services won't cover the $26,000 a year prescription price tag because it's not sure just how safe the drugs are.
FDA approves new nasal spray to reverse fentanyl, other opioid overdoses
U.S. health regulators on Monday approved a new easy-to-use version of a medication to reverse overdoses caused by fentanyl and other opioids driving the nation’s drug crisis.
U.S. health regulators on Monday approved a new easy-to-use version of a medication to reverse overdoses caused by fentanyl and other opioids driving the nation’s drug crisis.
How long can food sit out? Your summer picnic guide
Whether you're heading out for a beach day, camping trip or backyard party, all will surely include one thing – food. Here's how to keep your food at its best.
Whether you're heading out for a beach day, camping trip or backyard party, all will surely include one thing – food. Here's how to keep your food at its best.
Dolly Parton's heartwarming gesture: Country icon visits fan in hospice care
Jackie Carroll is in the early stages of Alzheimer's and Parkinson's diseases, but it hasn't stopped her from singing Parton's best hits.
Jackie Carroll is in the early stages of Alzheimer's and Parkinson's diseases, but it hasn't stopped her from singing Parton's best hits.
High levels of BPA found in athletic shorts, leggings, consumer group says
BPA is considered an endocrine disruptive chemical, which can cause adverse health effects by interfering with your own normal hormone systems.
BPA is considered an endocrine disruptive chemical, which can cause adverse health effects by interfering with your own normal hormone systems.
Fourth person dies from bacteria linked to recalled eye drops, CDC says
As of May 15, 81 patients across 18 states have become infected with the drug-resistant bacteria.
As of May 15, 81 patients across 18 states have become infected with the drug-resistant bacteria.