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.

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.

Comedian Pauly Shore channels fitness guru Richard Simmons in upcoming short film

Comedian and actor Pauly Shore has fulfilled his desire to portray the legendary fitness personality Richard Simmons in the upcoming short film, "The Court Jester."

Menthol cigarette ban in the US? Here's the latest on the proposed FDA rule

U.S. health regulators are considering banning menthol cigarettes, a long-awaited plan that advocates say could save hundreds of thousands of lives but faced an unexpected delay last year.

'Brave' teenager gets legs amputated while comatose after contracting infection on Christmas

A tragic incident involving a comatose Tennessee teenager, Anita Navas, has unfolded over the Christmas holiday. Navas, 13, had to undergo double leg amputation due to a severe infection.

Sleep disruptions due to night sweats: When should you see a doctor?

Excessive sweating during sleep, or night sweats, occurs when there is a dysregulation of the body's natural reaction to excess heat.

What does it mean to be 'California sober?’

The term “California sober" has been popularized by celebrities like Demi Lovato and Willie Nelson. What does it mean and is it a healthy approach to sobriety?

Ozempic side effects: FDA says drug has no link to suicide

The FDA’s preliminary report of side effects from popular drugs used to treat diabetes and obesity showed no link with suicidal thoughts or actions.

Screen time and kids: New research finds link between early screen time and sensory issues in toddlers

A new study is sounding the alarm about how much screen time is too much when it comes to kids and their development, and recommends keeping toddlers under 2 away from TV, smartphones and tablet screens.