Cancer-causing chemical linked to popular acne products, lab says
An independent laboratory is calling on federal health officials to recall popular benzoyl peroxide acne treatment products after discovering that they contain high levels of a chemical linked to cancer.
An independent laboratory is calling on federal health officials to recall popular benzoyl peroxide acne treatment products after discovering that they contain high levels of a chemical linked to cancer.
COVID-19 during pregnancy could cause health issues for babies, study suggests
Babies born to mothers who are infected with COVID-19 had “unusually high rates" of respiratory distress, a recent study from the journal Nature Communications, suggested.
Babies born to mothers who are infected with COVID-19 had “unusually high rates" of respiratory distress, a recent study from the journal Nature Communications, suggested.
Gas stoves will likely not be banned in the US anytime soon
It’s estimated that some 40 million U.S. homes have natural gas stoves. They’re often touted as being a more precise heating tool for cooking, but they can be pricey — and potentially harmful to both human health and the planet.
It’s estimated that some 40 million U.S. homes have natural gas stoves. They’re often touted as being a more precise heating tool for cooking, but they can be pricey — and potentially harmful to both human health and the planet.
Man dies after consuming too much vitamin D as experts warn of risks: 'Cascade of problems'
Here's what to know about staying safe when taking supplements
Here's what to know about staying safe when taking supplements
Cosmetic limb surgery trend thrives in Las Vegas
Las Vegas has emerged as a leading destination for cosmetic limb surgery, with the Limbplastx Institute in nearby Henderson at the forefront.
Las Vegas has emerged as a leading destination for cosmetic limb surgery, with the Limbplastx Institute in nearby Henderson at the forefront.
French fries are one of the best meals for protecting biodiversity, study finds
A recent international study ranked the world’s most beloved meal and determined how the creation of those meals hurts or helps the planet.
A recent international study ranked the world’s most beloved meal and determined how the creation of those meals hurts or helps the planet.
Free COVID-19 tests through USPS will be suspended March 8
Here’s how to get the COVID-19 tests before they are no longer available.
Here’s how to get the COVID-19 tests before they are no longer available.
Nearly 500 deaths per day from excessive drinking during COVID-19 pandemic: CDC report
Excessive drinking is associated with chronic dangers such as liver cancer, high blood pressure, stroke and heart disease.
Excessive drinking is associated with chronic dangers such as liver cancer, high blood pressure, stroke and heart disease.
Birth control that will be sold over-the-counter begins shipping in the US: What to know
Opill, the first birth control pill approved in the U.S. for purchase by anyone, no prescription necessary, will be available in stores later this month. Here is what to know about the approved contraceptive.
Opill, the first birth control pill approved in the U.S. for purchase by anyone, no prescription necessary, will be available in stores later this month. Here is what to know about the approved contraceptive.
For women over 60, here is the number of daily steps needed to protect heart health
The '10,000-step rule’ may not be the benchmark for all age groups, say researchers.
The '10,000-step rule’ may not be the benchmark for all age groups, say researchers.
Fasting-like diet could slow the aging process, study suggests: ‘Living longer and healthier’
The 5-day diet reduced ‘biological age’ by 2.5 years, researchers found.
The 5-day diet reduced ‘biological age’ by 2.5 years, researchers found.
What is Zyn? These nicotine pouches prompt debate
The dispute surrounding Zyn reflects an increasingly complex marketplace in which companies like Philip Morris promote alternative products that may be less harmful than cigarettes and chewing tobacco.
The dispute surrounding Zyn reflects an increasingly complex marketplace in which companies like Philip Morris promote alternative products that may be less harmful than cigarettes and chewing tobacco.
New York City reports first case of measles in 2024
Health officials have confirmed the city's first two cases of measles in 2024, and say that they are both related to international travel, but are not related to one another.
Health officials have confirmed the city's first two cases of measles in 2024, and say that they are both related to international travel, but are not related to one another.
Concern over measles outbreaks
Dr. Jay Varma, Chief Medical Officer at SIGA Technologies, addresses concerns as Florida deals with a measles outbreak.
Dr. Jay Varma, Chief Medical Officer at SIGA Technologies, addresses concerns as Florida deals with a measles outbreak.
5-day isolation for COVID-19 no longer needed, CDC says
U.S. health officials said Americans with COVID-19 no longer need to stay in isolation for five days.
U.S. health officials said Americans with COVID-19 no longer need to stay in isolation for five days.
Ultra-processed foods linked to higher risk of cancer, heart disease, early death, study says
Ultra-processed foods were linked to a higher risk of developing 32 different health issues in the new study – adding to a growing body of research on the subject.
Ultra-processed foods were linked to a higher risk of developing 32 different health issues in the new study – adding to a growing body of research on the subject.
Ozempic and other weight-loss drug use is booming. But are Americans on board?
Ozempic and other weight-loss drugs are booming in popularity. Here’s what to know about them and what Americans are saying.
Ozempic and other weight-loss drugs are booming in popularity. Here’s what to know about them and what Americans are saying.
FDA approves food allergy drug to lessen severity of reactions to peanuts, dairy and more
Food allergy drug Xolair (omalizumab) was approved by the FDA, potentially lessening the severity of reactions to foods like peanuts, milk, eggs, wheat, and cashews.
Food allergy drug Xolair (omalizumab) was approved by the FDA, potentially lessening the severity of reactions to foods like peanuts, milk, eggs, wheat, and cashews.
NJ man shares warning after suffering heart attack while shoveling snow: 'He was dead"
Mike Szanka is still alive today thanks to the heroic, quick actions of five Mahwah police officers.
Mike Szanka is still alive today thanks to the heroic, quick actions of five Mahwah police officers.
Norovirus 2024: How NJ schools curb stomach bug outbreaks
How can parents and schools prevent children from contracting norovirus, also known as the stomach bug?
How can parents and schools prevent children from contracting norovirus, also known as the stomach bug?