PFAS and cancer: The truth behind 'forever chemicals'
The Biden administration has implemented stringent regulations on "forever chemicals" in drinking water
The Biden administration has implemented stringent regulations on "forever chemicals" in drinking water
Are PFAs in NYC tap water? Check water reports in your zip code
The EPA is imposing first-ever limits on certain "forever chemicals," known as PFAS, in tap water. Are PFAS in NYC tap water? Here's how you can check the water quality in your zip code.
The EPA is imposing first-ever limits on certain "forever chemicals," known as PFAS, in tap water. Are PFAS in NYC tap water? Here's how you can check the water quality in your zip code.
Consumer Reports recommends banning Lunchables from school menus
Consumer Reports says its testing found the popular meal kits contain relatively high levels of lead, along with sodium and want them pulled from the National School Lunch Program.
Consumer Reports says its testing found the popular meal kits contain relatively high levels of lead, along with sodium and want them pulled from the National School Lunch Program.
Accelerated aging connected to cancer risk in younger adults, study finds
Researchers in a recent study found that increased biological age could contribute to early-onset cancers in adults younger than 55.
Researchers in a recent study found that increased biological age could contribute to early-onset cancers in adults younger than 55.
Hand sanitizer, aloe gel recalled over warnings it could cause comas or blindness
Several lots of hand sanitizer and aloe gel are being recalled for containing methanol, which can put consumers at risk for serious health issues, according to federal health officials.
Several lots of hand sanitizer and aloe gel are being recalled for containing methanol, which can put consumers at risk for serious health issues, according to federal health officials.
This is the healthiest city in America: Report
WalletHub's latest report on America's healthiest cities reveals stark differences, with some thriving while others face significant health challenges.
WalletHub's latest report on America's healthiest cities reveals stark differences, with some thriving while others face significant health challenges.
Menthol cigarette ban: Biden administration may finalize regulations soon
The FDA says menthol cigarette standards remain at the 'top of our priorities.'
The FDA says menthol cigarette standards remain at the 'top of our priorities.'
Mother, daughter duo accused of giving illegal butt injections in Cypress
Consuelo Dal Bo and her daughter Isabella Dal Bo face charges for illegally administering butt injections, including offering a controlled substance, prompting health warnings and a call for potential victims to come forward from Houston Police.
Consuelo Dal Bo and her daughter Isabella Dal Bo face charges for illegally administering butt injections, including offering a controlled substance, prompting health warnings and a call for potential victims to come forward from Houston Police.
Widower pays off school lunch debts statewide, honoring late wife's legacy
An Oklahoma widow has embarked on a mission to pay off school lunch debts for students across the state following the death of his wife from cancer.
An Oklahoma widow has embarked on a mission to pay off school lunch debts for students across the state following the death of his wife from cancer.
Teens turning to TikTok to self-diagnose mental health issues
Young people are turning to social media to research mental health conditions and are self-diagnosing themselves at an increasing rate, a new study found. Here’s what to know.
Young people are turning to social media to research mental health conditions and are self-diagnosing themselves at an increasing rate, a new study found. Here’s what to know.
NYC Health Department warns of rising bacterial illnesses, meningitis risk
The NYC Health Department and U.S. health officials are warning of an increase in rare bacterial illnesses that can lead to meningitis and possible death.
The NYC Health Department and U.S. health officials are warning of an increase in rare bacterial illnesses that can lead to meningitis and possible death.
Bird flu: Can humans get infected?
After reports emerged of a Texas dairy worker being infected with bird flu, here's a comprehensive overview detailing everything you need to understand about the disease and its potential for transmission to humans.
After reports emerged of a Texas dairy worker being infected with bird flu, here's a comprehensive overview detailing everything you need to understand about the disease and its potential for transmission to humans.
Shannen Doherty simplifies life amid cancer battle
As she continues her cancer battle, Shannen Doherty is learning the importance of letting go.
As she continues her cancer battle, Shannen Doherty is learning the importance of letting go.
Rutgers University drops COVID-19 vaccine mandate: What you need to know
As of Monday, Rutgers University in New Jersey no longer requires students, faculty, staff, and university affiliates to get the COVID-19 vaccine.
As of Monday, Rutgers University in New Jersey no longer requires students, faculty, staff, and university affiliates to get the COVID-19 vaccine.
CDC warns of invasive bacterial outbreak amid spike in cases and fatality rates
An invasive bacterial infection is on the rise in the U.S., according to the CDC. A physician at Ohio State's Wexner Medical Center shared tips on treatment and prevention.
An invasive bacterial infection is on the rise in the U.S., according to the CDC. A physician at Ohio State's Wexner Medical Center shared tips on treatment and prevention.
Study suggests mental health issues in teen boys often go undetected
A recent pediatrics study revealed a sharp decline in antidepressant prescriptions for young men since March 2020, suggesting their mental health issues might be underreported or overlooked.
A recent pediatrics study revealed a sharp decline in antidepressant prescriptions for young men since March 2020, suggesting their mental health issues might be underreported or overlooked.
Kate's diagnosis sheds light on rise in early-onset cancer
Although Kate didn’t share what type of cancer doctors found, experts say the 42-year-old’s early onset diagnosis sheds light on an overall rise in younger people getting cancer.
Although Kate didn’t share what type of cancer doctors found, experts say the 42-year-old’s early onset diagnosis sheds light on an overall rise in younger people getting cancer.
Woman left with kidney damage after visiting hair salon
Topical glyoxylic acid may be to blame for the women's injuries, doctors say.
Topical glyoxylic acid may be to blame for the women's injuries, doctors say.
Tuberculosis cases continued climbing in 2023
Forty states reported an increase in tuberculosis cases as rates increased among all age groups last year, according to the CDC.
Forty states reported an increase in tuberculosis cases as rates increased among all age groups last year, according to the CDC.
‘Ninja’ diagnosed with skin cancer: ‘Still in a bit of shock’
Tyler Blevins, who goes by Ninja on his Twitch streaming platform, revealed he was diagnosed with melanoma after dermatologists tested a mole on the bottom of the gamer’s foot.
Tyler Blevins, who goes by Ninja on his Twitch streaming platform, revealed he was diagnosed with melanoma after dermatologists tested a mole on the bottom of the gamer’s foot.