Food recalls soar in the last five years - See what states have been impacted the most
Food recalls trended higher over the past five years and now sit 20 percent higher than they were at the start of the decade. On top of that, the most serious type of recall – Class I – is the one growing the fastest.
Food recalls trended higher over the past five years and now sit 20 percent higher than they were at the start of the decade. On top of that, the most serious type of recall – Class I – is the one growing the fastest.
Pig semen eye drops may treat rare childhood eye cancer, study says
Researchers have created experimental eye drops that use a molecule derived from pig semen that could treat a rare form of eye cancer, according to a recent study.
Researchers have created experimental eye drops that use a molecule derived from pig semen that could treat a rare form of eye cancer, according to a recent study.
Kidney disease may trigger rare, potentially fatal brain virus, study says
A recent case study found a possible new trigger for a dangerous, and sometimes fatal, virus that could be laying dormant in up to 90% of people.
A recent case study found a possible new trigger for a dangerous, and sometimes fatal, virus that could be laying dormant in up to 90% of people.
Kratom poisonings spikes, what you need to know about the herbal drug
An increasingly popular herbal supplement that has already been banned in several states has recently exploded in reported use and led to a massive spike in exposure reports to U.S. poison control centers.
An increasingly popular herbal supplement that has already been banned in several states has recently exploded in reported use and led to a massive spike in exposure reports to U.S. poison control centers.
Healthiest and unhealthiest cities in the US - See where your city ranks
A new WalletHub analysis of more than 180 major U.S. cities finds that where you live can significantly impact your health, sometimes as much as diet and exercise habits.
A new WalletHub analysis of more than 180 major U.S. cities finds that where you live can significantly impact your health, sometimes as much as diet and exercise habits.
Easter and Passover food safety tips: How to reduce the risk of foodborne illness
Families and friends will be gathering around the dinner table to mark Easter, Passover, Mother’s Day, and other occasions. With so many people cooking these at home, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) wants to ensure they know how to prepare them to avoid contamination by foodborne bacteria.
Families and friends will be gathering around the dinner table to mark Easter, Passover, Mother’s Day, and other occasions. With so many people cooking these at home, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) wants to ensure they know how to prepare them to avoid contamination by foodborne bacteria.
Sleeping 11 minutes longer each night shows surprising health benefit, study finds
New research suggests that improving heart health may be less about drastic lifestyle changes and more about small, consistent daily habits.
New research suggests that improving heart health may be less about drastic lifestyle changes and more about small, consistent daily habits.
Tuberculosis cases rising in US as doctors warn of 'rebound effect'
Tuberculosis - nicknamed "white plague" from the pale appearance of those affected with the disease - has been rising in the U.S. since the pandemic, health officials have warned.
Tuberculosis - nicknamed "white plague" from the pale appearance of those affected with the disease - has been rising in the U.S. since the pandemic, health officials have warned.
NASA astronaut reveals what prompted space station evacuation
NASA astronaut Mike Fincke prompted the first medical evacuation earlier this year from the International Space Station. He’s doing fine today and sharing details of what happened.
NASA astronaut Mike Fincke prompted the first medical evacuation earlier this year from the International Space Station. He’s doing fine today and sharing details of what happened.
CDC issues travel alert for dengue fever: See where it's spreading
The CDC is urging travelers to take preventative measures as dengue fever cases rise in more than a dozen countries.
The CDC is urging travelers to take preventative measures as dengue fever cases rise in more than a dozen countries.
New COVID-19 variant spreading through multiple states: What to know
BA.3.2, a new COVID-19 variant, has been detected in wastewater samples from 25 states. The variant has mutations that could evade immunity from a previous infection or vaccination.
BA.3.2, a new COVID-19 variant, has been detected in wastewater samples from 25 states. The variant has mutations that could evade immunity from a previous infection or vaccination.
Exercise-boosted liver enzyme tied to Alzheimer’s protection, study finds
Researchers at UC San Francisco have discovered how exercise may help protect the brain and reduce the risk of Alzheimer’s disease.
Researchers at UC San Francisco have discovered how exercise may help protect the brain and reduce the risk of Alzheimer’s disease.
Meta violated child safety laws, jury says: What this means for social media
A New Mexico jury ruled Tuesday that social media giant Meta harms children’s mental health and violates state consumer protection laws.
A New Mexico jury ruled Tuesday that social media giant Meta harms children’s mental health and violates state consumer protection laws.
Barry Manilow reveals how routine doctor visit for hip pain uncovered hidden cancer diagnosis
The legendary performer, 82, revealed that what began as minor discomfort ultimately led to a stage 1 lung cancer diagnosis — discovered only because of a doctor’s instinct to look deeper.
The legendary performer, 82, revealed that what began as minor discomfort ultimately led to a stage 1 lung cancer diagnosis — discovered only because of a doctor’s instinct to look deeper.
USDA issues alert for ground beef over possible metal contamination
The U.S. Department of Agriculture has issued a public health alert for certain grass-fed ground beef sold in several states due to possible metal contamination.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture has issued a public health alert for certain grass-fed ground beef sold in several states due to possible metal contamination.
David Simon, CEO of Simon Property Group, dies at 64
Simon Property Group said Monday that Chairman and CEO David Simon has died at 64 following a battle with cancer.
Simon Property Group said Monday that Chairman and CEO David Simon has died at 64 following a battle with cancer.
These states rank as the most stressed places in America in 2026, data suggests
Americans are experiencing increasing stress fueled by economic uncertainty, workplace demands and social disconnection, according to a new WalletHub report.
Americans are experiencing increasing stress fueled by economic uncertainty, workplace demands and social disconnection, according to a new WalletHub report.
Georgia woman accused of murder after allegedly using pills to end pregnancy
A 31-year-old Georgia woman is facing a murder charge after police say she took pills to induce an illegal abortion, resulting in the death of her newborn in December 2025.
A 31-year-old Georgia woman is facing a murder charge after police say she took pills to induce an illegal abortion, resulting in the death of her newborn in December 2025.
These states have the highest number of safe hospitals, according to new report
Healthgrades’ 2026 Patient Safety Excellence Awards recognized 438 hospitals across 40 states as among the top 10% nationwide for patient safety.
Healthgrades’ 2026 Patient Safety Excellence Awards recognized 438 hospitals across 40 states as among the top 10% nationwide for patient safety.
Over 150,000 COVID-19 deaths went uncounted early in pandemic, study finds
A new study suggests the true early toll of COVID-19 in the U.S. was significantly higher than official counts.
A new study suggests the true early toll of COVID-19 in the U.S. was significantly higher than official counts.