The Big Idea: NYU pioneers non-invasive cancer treatment with histotripsy

NYU is transforming cancer treatment with histotripsy, a non-invasive method using focused ultrasound to target liver tumors effectively.

Some teen girls using smartphone up to 6 hours per day, study finds

Researchers found that 17% of the teen girls surveyed are potentially addicted to social media, and more than a third have potential anxiety disorders.

Nestlé launches food line targeting Ozempic, other weight-loss drug users

Nestlé is launching a line of food products tailored to people using weight-loss medication in an effort to capitalize on a market expected to reach $30 billion in the next six years. 

Pink noise? Brown noise? Why white noise has colorful competition

White noise is well-known for masking sounds, but pink, brown, and other colored noises are gaining popularity for their potential benefits on sleep, concentration, and relaxation despite limited scientific research.

US pediatricians allow HIV-positive mothers to breastfeed under new guidelines

People with HIV can breastfeed their babies, as long as they are taking medications that effectively suppress the virus that causes AIDS, a top U.S. pediatricians’ group said Monday in a sharp policy change.

‘Get Ready With Me’ TikTok star announces own death in final video

Popular TikTok creator Dr. Kimberley Nix announced her own death in a heartfelt final video titled "Get Ready with Me, One Last Time," where she shared her journey with metastatic sarcoma and encouraged new followers to learn from her experiences.

Stony Brook University study uses AI to track public mental health via social media

As we hear more and more about artificial intelligence, a study out of Stony Brook University shows how AI can measure the public's mental health through social media.

Theater of War Productions stages ancient Greek tragedy for journalists at WNYC

WNYC's Green Space put on a very special production on Thursday, as the Theater of War put on a performance of the ancient Greek tragedy 'Philoctetes,' to help war journalists cope through trauma.

Cat owners could be at higher risk of schizophrenia, study suggests

Snuggling with a cat seems like a loving and relaxing activity, but a new study implies that it might affect your mental health down the line.

These are the states where it's still legal to smoke with kids in cars

Only a dozen states have laws that prohibit lighting up in a private vehicle with children present. No level of exposure to secondhand smoke is safe, the CDC says.

Equinox launches $40,000 gym membership: What to know

Fitness chain Equinox has launched a $40,000 gym membership called “Optimize by Equinox”. Here's what the membership includes.

Miss USA Noelia Voigt suddenly resigns title – here’s why

Miss USA 2023 Noelia Voigt has announced that she is resigning from the title. "I realize this may come as a large shock to many," the 24-year-old wrote.

USDA sets new nutrition standards to cut salt, sugar in school lunches

Some big changes are coming to school lunches next year, with the federal government releasing new nutrition guidelines that will cut back on both sugar and salt.