Norovirus outbreak sickens 153 passengers, crew on Caribbean cruise ship
More than 150 people onboard a Princess Cruises ship became ill with norovirus during a Caribbean voyage this week, according to the CDC.
More than 150 people onboard a Princess Cruises ship became ill with norovirus during a Caribbean voyage this week, according to the CDC.
First case of mpox virus 'clade I' detected in New York City
Health officials have confirmed the first case of mpox clade I in New York City. The case is linked to international travel.
Health officials have confirmed the first case of mpox clade I in New York City. The case is linked to international travel.
Some water beads 'illegal' in US as federal safety rules go into effect
Thousands of children in the United States have been injured by water beads, a dangerous toy that is being targeted by new federal safety standards.
Thousands of children in the United States have been injured by water beads, a dangerous toy that is being targeted by new federal safety standards.
Life expectancy in New York City is above average: report
The estimated life expectancy at birth for New York City was 82.3 years in 2023, according to data released by the City Health Dashboard.
The estimated life expectancy at birth for New York City was 82.3 years in 2023, according to data released by the City Health Dashboard.
Cannabis compounds could reverse disease affecting one-third of adults
Compounds found in cannabis could provide a new roadmap for treating the world’s most common chronic liver disorder, according to a study released by the Hebrew University of Jerusalem.
Compounds found in cannabis could provide a new roadmap for treating the world’s most common chronic liver disorder, according to a study released by the Hebrew University of Jerusalem.
Tommy DeCarlo, lead singer of Boston, dies at 60
Tommy DeCarlo, the lead vocalist for the rock band Boston, has died following a battle with brain cancer.
Tommy DeCarlo, the lead vocalist for the rock band Boston, has died following a battle with brain cancer.
A cure for cancer would deliver $185T economic windfall, report says
A new report from free-market policy group Unleash Prosperity argues that curing cancer would deliver a staggering $185 trillion boost to the U.S. economy over 35 years.
A new report from free-market policy group Unleash Prosperity argues that curing cancer would deliver a staggering $185 trillion boost to the U.S. economy over 35 years.
Fitness influencer Stephanie Buttermore dead at 36, fiancé confirms in heartbreaking post
Stephanie Buttermore, a prominent fitness influencer and cancer researcher, has died suddenly at the age of 36, her fiancé Jeff Nippard announced Friday.
Stephanie Buttermore, a prominent fitness influencer and cancer researcher, has died suddenly at the age of 36, her fiancé Jeff Nippard announced Friday.
Corey Parker, ‘Friday the 13th’ and ‘Will & Grace’ actor, dead at 60: TMZ
Corey Parker, a veteran actor known for roles in “Friday the 13th Part V: A New Beginning" and the sitcom “Flying Blind," has died at 60, according to TMZ.
Corey Parker, a veteran actor known for roles in “Friday the 13th Part V: A New Beginning" and the sitcom “Flying Blind," has died at 60, according to TMZ.
Dr. Oz on the record: FULL Interview
CMS Administrator Dr. Mehmet Oz talks about Medicaid funding in New York and more.
CMS Administrator Dr. Mehmet Oz talks about Medicaid funding in New York and more.
Global Day of Unplugging: Can you put down your phone for 24 hours?
The Global Day of Unplugging is a “worldwide 24-hour digital pause where people and communities power down devices and power on real-world connection.”
The Global Day of Unplugging is a “worldwide 24-hour digital pause where people and communities power down devices and power on real-world connection.”
CDC issues travel advisories for 32 countries over spread of polio: What we know
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has raised its polio travel advisory to a Level 2 for 32 countries where the disease is spreading.
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has raised its polio travel advisory to a Level 2 for 32 countries where the disease is spreading.
New blood test detects early-stage pancreatic cancer, study suggests
A new blood test that combines four protein biomarkers can detect early-stage pancreatic cancer with nearly 88% accuracy, offering hope for earlier diagnosis of one of the deadliest cancers.
A new blood test that combines four protein biomarkers can detect early-stage pancreatic cancer with nearly 88% accuracy, offering hope for earlier diagnosis of one of the deadliest cancers.
Trump’s neck rash draws attention online: Here’s what to know
President Donald Trump was seen with a rash on his neck during a White House Medal of Honor ceremony on Monday.
President Donald Trump was seen with a rash on his neck during a White House Medal of Honor ceremony on Monday.
Lung cancer deaths outpace other major cancers as cases rise in young adults
Lung cancer is now the leading cause of cancer deaths in the United States, claiming more lives than several other major cancers combined.
Lung cancer is now the leading cause of cancer deaths in the United States, claiming more lives than several other major cancers combined.
Advanced CTE tied to sharp rise in dementia risk, major brain study finds
A new study is offering clearer insight into how chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE), a degenerative brain disease linked to repeated head injuries, relates to memory loss and dementia.
A new study is offering clearer insight into how chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE), a degenerative brain disease linked to repeated head injuries, relates to memory loss and dementia.
Novartis settles with Henrietta Lacks’ estate over use of her ‘stolen’ cells to advance medicine
Novartis has settled a lawsuit by the estate of Henrietta Lacks that alleged the pharmaceutical giant unjustly profited off her cells, which were taken from her tumor without her knowledge in 1951 and reproduced in labs to enable major medical advancements, including the polio vaccine.
Novartis has settled a lawsuit by the estate of Henrietta Lacks that alleged the pharmaceutical giant unjustly profited off her cells, which were taken from her tumor without her knowledge in 1951 and reproduced in labs to enable major medical advancements, including the polio vaccine.
Target will only sell cereals without synthetic colors
This spring, Target is making a significant change to its cereal offerings by only offering cereals made without synthetic colors. Here's what you need to know.
This spring, Target is making a significant change to its cereal offerings by only offering cereals made without synthetic colors. Here's what you need to know.
East Tennessee Children’s Hospital renamed Dolly Parton Children’s Hospital, singer honored to help kids
East Tennessee Children’s Hospital has been taking care of kids in Tennessee since 1937, and is now adding some star power to its healing by becoming Dolly Parton Children's Hospital.
East Tennessee Children’s Hospital has been taking care of kids in Tennessee since 1937, and is now adding some star power to its healing by becoming Dolly Parton Children's Hospital.
NewYork-Presbyterian nurses return to work, ending 41-day historic strike
The NYSNA says the contract includes protections against workplace violence, preserved health benefits and salary increases of more than 12% over three years.
The NYSNA says the contract includes protections against workplace violence, preserved health benefits and salary increases of more than 12% over three years.