Rochelle Walensky, CDC director, submits resignation
Dr. Rochelle Walensky says the waning of the COVID-19 pandemic is a good time to make a transition.
Artificial intelligence helping detect early signs of breast cancer in some US hospitals
Some hospitals have seen a 23% increase in breast cancer diagnoses since utilizing AI technology.
National Nurses Week 2023: Freebies and deals
National Nurses Week is May 6-12.
WHO says COVID-19 pandemic no longer global emergency
The announcement marks a symbolic end to a devastating pandemic that triggered lockdowns, upended economies globally, and killed over a million people worldwide.
Experts: Keto diet not good for the heart
Experts at the American Heart Association say the keto diet may help when it comes to weight loss, but may be detrimental for your heart.
1st vaccine for RSV approved by FDA
The U.S. has approved the first vaccine for RSV, shots to protect older adults.
Jamie Foxx breaks silence amid mystery ‘medical complication’
Jamie Foxx has spoken out for the first time since suffering a "medical complication" in April.
Long Island teen's allergic reaction allegedly mistaken for drug use by school officials: Family
Arianna Varghese says her junior prom turned into a nightmare when staff at her school mistook a severe allergic reaction for drug use.
Shedding light on infertility and its challenges
National Infertility Awareness Week occurs from April 21 to 27 this year and is observed during the last week of April. Here at FOX 5 N.Y., we're shedding light on infertility and the challenges many people encounter in building their families.
Hair relaxers may affect women's fertility, study suggests
Current and former use of chemical hair straighteners, greater frequency and duration of use, and scalp burns from the products were linked to lower chances of becoming pregnant, the study found.
Loneliness poses risks as deadly as smoking, US surgeon general says
“(Loneliness) is like hunger or thirst. It's a feeling the body sends us when something we need for survival is missing," the U.S. surgeon general said.
Study finds link between long naps and obesity, high blood pressure
A recent study shows taking naps for more than 30 minutes during the day can affect your sleep quality and cognitive function.
Dental coverage expanded for low-income New Yorkers
For millions of low-income New Yorkers, access to routine dental care has long hinged on whether or not they still have eight crucial teeth.
US to end most federal COVID-19 vaccine mandates next week
The Biden administration will end the last remaining federal COVID-19 vaccine requirements next week when the national public health emergency for the coronavirus ends.
Planet Fitness invites high schoolers to work out for free with summer pass program
Participants will have free access to the gym, along with free fitness training from certified trainers and workouts on the Planet Fitness app.
NYC drug overdose deaths: Experts sound alarm on 'greatest threat ever'
The drug xylazine, called "tranq" or the zombie drug, is a powerful animal tranquilizer, often combined with heroin and fentanyl. Too much can immediately stop a user from breathing.
These are the worst drinks for your health, according to nutritionists
Before you load up your grocery cart or place an order at the coffee shop, restaurant or bar, beware of additives and sugar that may be lurking in your favorite drinks.
Michael J. Fox says 'I'm not going to be 80' amid ongoing battle with Parkinson’s disease
Fox, 61, addressed the challenges he faces daily with the incurable disease and said he doesn’t believe he’ll live to be 80 years old.
Pancreatic cancer: What you should know about the disease that led to Jerry Springer's death
With the revelation of what led to talk show host Jerry Springer's death, it is shining a spotlight once again on pancreatic cancer. Although the cancer is not as common, it does rank among the deadliest of cancers. Here's what you should know about the disease.
How to get COVID tests now before it's no longer free
Free COVID testing ends on May 11, but you'll still have access to tests with a few differences.