Cancer diagnoses in the British royal family over the years: 'The great equalizer'
Most recently, Sarah Ferguson, Duchess of York, announced on Jan. 21 that she was diagnosed with skin cancer just a month after receiving breast cancer treatments.
Toby Keith's death: Here's what to know about stomach cancer
Toby Keith’s death has renewed the spotlight on stomach cancer, which is the fifth most common cancer in the world.
Alzheimer's disease found to be transmitted through medical procedures decades ago, study finds
Researchers emphasized that dementia is "not contagious" and these were "extraordinary occurrences."
Four out of five autoimmune disease patients are women. New study reveals why
Up to 50 million Americans have an autoimmune disease – a condition in which your immune system attacks healthy cells – and as many as 80% of those people are women.
Neptune's Fix, tianeptine product, recalled over life-threatening overdose risks
Tianeptine is an antidepressant used in some parts of Europe, Asia and South America but not approved in the U.S. It's often referred to as "gas station heroin."
Kids who consume energy drinks are more prone to mental health disorders, study finds
Energy drinks could pose a risk to young brains, according to new research.
GLOwanus Lantern is Brooklyn's new ally against water contamination
The Van Alen Institute has created a new device, called the GLOwanus Lantern, which is designed to inform Gowanus residents about water quality in the Gowanus Canal.
Syphilis reaches 1950s levels in US, while other STD rates show mixed trends
The U.S. syphilis epidemic isn't abating, with the rate of infectious cases rising 9% in 2022, according to a new federal government report on sexually transmitted diseases in adults.
America's most bed bug infested cities may surprise you
Travelers beware: Orkin just released the 2024 list of the top 50 most bed bug infested cities in the U.S.
Respiratory illnesses remain 'elevated' throughout much of country: CDC
Respiratory illnesses that include a fever plus a cough or sore throat, causing people to seek medical care, have remained elevated in the last two weeks, the CDC said Friday.
Is 'smartphone pinky' real? Doctors weigh in
The indent on your pinky is real, doctors say, but “smartphone pinky" is not.
New York schools using surveillance tech to catch students vaping
Schools all across New York are using surveillance equipment to crack down on students using electronic cigarettes.
Eating snow 'not worth the risk' of ingesting contaminants, health expert says
One of the reasons why snow should be avoided as a food item involves its role as one of nature’s air filters. Here's why it can be dangerous to eat and some alternatives for kids.
New York City declares social media a public health threat
New York City's Health Commissioner has declared social media a public health threat for its impact on children's mental health.
Sleepless in NYC: Does hitting the snooze button harm your health?
Always hitting the snooze button before you get up? Well, that extra five minutes of sleep might actually be harming your health.
Can you keep your New Year's resolution? GymBird is offering $5,000 to one lucky contest winner who can
If the participant meets their goals by March 29, the contest money is theirs. But the deal has a catch that some politically-minded hopefuls may find motivating.
NYC plans to wipe out $2B in medical debt for up to 500,000 residents
New York City Mayor Eric Adams says the city intends to wipe out more than $2 billion in medical debt for up to 500,000 residents.
What is tianeptine? Lawmakers sound the alarm on 'gas station heroin'
Sold at gas stations across the country under names like “ZaZa Red” and “Neptune’s Elixir,” tianeptine use can lead to serious health complications and even death, officials say.
What you should order at McDonald's, according to nutritionists
By ordering carefully from the menu and not making the fast food chain a regular part of your routine, you can opt for better-for-you alternatives.
Cancer cases increasing in US, but overall deaths decreasing, new research shows
In 2024, over 611,000 deaths from cancer are projected for the US. That’s more than 1,600 deaths from cancer each day, according to the organization.