Study reveals new ways to predict onset of Alzheimer’s disease

UCLA Health researchers have identified four diagnostic pathways that can predict the onset of Alzheimer’s disease, offering new possibilities for early detection and prevention.

Oscar Mayer turkey bacon recalled for possible listeria contamination

Kraft Heinz is recalling nearly 368,000 pounds of Oscar Mayer turkey bacon products over potential listeria contamination. No illnesses have been reported so far.

Study links alcohol intake to higher pancreatic cancer risk

A massive international study found that alcohol consumption is associated with a modest but significant increase in pancreatic cancer risk—regardless of sex or smoking status.

San Quentin holds emotional, first-ever father-daughter prom

Hair, make-up, gowns, tuxedos, and tears—San Quentin Rehabilitation Center was recently the scene of an emotional first-ever father-daughter prom.

WHO experts issue final report on COVID-19’s origin

The World Health Organization’s expert group says the origin of COVID-19 remains inconclusive, though most evidence still points to animal-to-human transmission.

FDA expands warning about rare heart risk with COVID vaccines

The FDA, under Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., has taken another step to question the safety of Covid-19 vaccines.

NYC sees tick population surge in 2025

The Fordham Tick Index indicates a high risk of ticks in New York City due to increased acorn-eating animal populations.

NYC sees tick population surge in 2025
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The tick population is booming this summer, not only in the suburbs but also across the five boroughs. FOX 5 NY's Kendall Green breaks down why the tiny but dangerous bugs are posing a significant risk to New York City residents engaging in outdoor activities.

Eating more fruits and vegetables could improve your sleep, study shows

A new study finds that eating more fruits, vegetables, and whole grains during the day could lead to deeper, more restful sleep at night.

Health insurers pledge to streamline ‘prior authorization’ process

UnitedHealthcare, Aetna and dozens of other insurers promised Monday they’re working to scale back a health care practice that leads to delays and complications.

These states are most attractive to "dark" personalities, study suggests

People with a “dark factor of personality” are associated with behaviors like aggression, cheating, narcissism, exploitation and more.

Using A.I. to detect heart disease
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This technology is especially beneficial for both patients at high risk for heart disease, such as those with hypertension, diabetes or family history of heart attacks, as well as those who have had prior heart testing, such as stress tests with inconclusive results or chest pain but no answers as it provides clearer insights and aids in more accurate decision making. FOX 5 NY's Richard Giacovis has the story.

Cannabis use could double risk of heart death, study warns

Researchers in a new study found that cannabis use may lead to a greater risk of a heart attack and stroke.

Free facial surgery gives teen a new chance at life
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Born with a large hairy birthmark on her face, Zunairah from Mumbai endured years of bullying ? until the U.S.-based Baby Face Foundation, led by Dr. Thomas Romo, offered her life-changing surgery at no cost. Good Day Wake Up anchor Tashanea Whitlow has the story.