VA using virtual reality headsets to treat Veterans with chronic pain
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is using virtual reality (VR) headsets to treat Veterans dealing with chronic pain that lasts more than three months.
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is using virtual reality (VR) headsets to treat Veterans dealing with chronic pain that lasts more than three months.
Wildfire smoke pollution linked to more than 24K deaths a year, study finds
Chronic exposure to pollution from wildfires has been linked to tens of thousands of deaths annually in the United States, according to a new study.
Chronic exposure to pollution from wildfires has been linked to tens of thousands of deaths annually in the United States, according to a new study.
FDA: Certain FreeStyle Libre 3 and FreeStyle Libre 3 Plus Sensors recalled after seven deaths, 860 injuries
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has now identified the previous recall of certain FreeStyle Libre glucose monitor sensors as “most serious" and is warning that using the recalled device may cause serious injury or death if you continue to use it.
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has now identified the previous recall of certain FreeStyle Libre glucose monitor sensors as “most serious" and is warning that using the recalled device may cause serious injury or death if you continue to use it.
New Mexico Health officials warn against raw milk after newborn dies of listeria
New Mexico health officials are warning residents to avoid raw dairy products after a newborn died from a Listeria infection.
New Mexico health officials are warning residents to avoid raw dairy products after a newborn died from a Listeria infection.
Wild blueberries may boost blood vessel function, heart health
A new scientific review suggests that wild blueberries may significantly improve blood vessel function and circulation.
A new scientific review suggests that wild blueberries may significantly improve blood vessel function and circulation.
Thousands of cholesterol drug bottles recalled nationwide over manufacturing defects
Tens of thousands of bottles of cholesterol medication have been recalled nationwide over manufacturing and quality issues that could impact the drug’s potency.
Tens of thousands of bottles of cholesterol medication have been recalled nationwide over manufacturing and quality issues that could impact the drug’s potency.
Possible measles exposure reported at Dulles Airport in Northern Virginia
Health officials in Alexandria and across Virginia are alerting residents to possible measles exposure at Dulles Airport and a nearby shuttle bus following a confirmed case.
Health officials in Alexandria and across Virginia are alerting residents to possible measles exposure at Dulles Airport and a nearby shuttle bus following a confirmed case.
Spanish scientists cure pancreatic cancer in mice in medical breakthrough
In a recent study, a team of scientists discovered that a treatment using different medications was found to be effective to eliminate pancreatic cancer in mice.
In a recent study, a team of scientists discovered that a treatment using different medications was found to be effective to eliminate pancreatic cancer in mice.
Red Cross: National blood supply at critically low levels after winter storm disrupted blood drives
The Red Cross is continuing to experience a severe blood shortage after the winter storm canceled approximately 500 blood drives across the country. As a result, the Red Cross says more than 15,000 blood and platelet donations have gone uncollected since January 23.
The Red Cross is continuing to experience a severe blood shortage after the winter storm canceled approximately 500 blood drives across the country. As a result, the Red Cross says more than 15,000 blood and platelet donations have gone uncollected since January 23.
Men’s heart attack risk climbs by mid-30s, years before women; here's why
A new study revealed that men may reach cardiovascular heart disease risk significantly earlier than women. Here’s what was found.
A new study revealed that men may reach cardiovascular heart disease risk significantly earlier than women. Here’s what was found.
U.S. life expectancy reached new high in 2024: Here are the leading causes of death
Life expectancy in the U.S. rose to its highest in American history in 2024 as the COVID-19 pandemic dissipated and lower death rates were reported for all the nation’s top killers.
Life expectancy in the U.S. rose to its highest in American history in 2024 as the COVID-19 pandemic dissipated and lower death rates were reported for all the nation’s top killers.
What is Nipah virus? Deadly disease has countries in Asia on high alert
The Nipah virus is a deadly disease with no cure and has a mortality rate of between 40%-75%.
The Nipah virus is a deadly disease with no cure and has a mortality rate of between 40%-75%.
Nearly 300 million gallons of sewage has entered Potomac River, environmental group says
The Potomac Riverkeeper Network says new water‑sampling results from a recent sewage spill shows far more severe contamination than first believed.
The Potomac Riverkeeper Network says new water‑sampling results from a recent sewage spill shows far more severe contamination than first believed.
US population growth slowest since COVID-19 pandemic
The US population growth slowed significantly last year, and was at its lowest growth rate yet since the coronavirus and Spanish flu pandemics. Trump’s immigration crackdown contributed.
The US population growth slowed significantly last year, and was at its lowest growth rate yet since the coronavirus and Spanish flu pandemics. Trump’s immigration crackdown contributed.
'They were holding on to each other': Frisco community mourns 2 teens killed in sledding accident
The Frisco community is mourning after two 16-year-old girls died when their sled, being towed by a Jeep, struck a tree on Sunday.
The Frisco community is mourning after two 16-year-old girls died when their sled, being towed by a Jeep, struck a tree on Sunday.
Meta and YouTube facing landmark trial related to youth addiction claims
The two major tech companies will face a jury trial for the first time over allegations that their social platforms have contributed to youth mental health issues.
The two major tech companies will face a jury trial for the first time over allegations that their social platforms have contributed to youth mental health issues.
Volunteer drivers transport snowed in hospital workers
After a major snowstorm left some hospital staff stranded, volunteers are helping transport healthcare workers to and from work.
After a major snowstorm left some hospital staff stranded, volunteers are helping transport healthcare workers to and from work.
Nearly 90% of US adults show signs of heart-related syndrome, study finds
A new study from the American Heart Association found heart health is improving, but overlapping heart, kidney and metabolic risks remain widespread.
A new study from the American Heart Association found heart health is improving, but overlapping heart, kidney and metabolic risks remain widespread.
RFK Jr. claims he lost 20 pounds in 20 days, gained mental clarity on extreme diet
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. says he experienced dramatic weight loss after adopting an extreme carnivore diet.
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. says he experienced dramatic weight loss after adopting an extreme carnivore diet.
Powdered whole milk may be culprit in botulism outbreak that sickened dozens of babies
Health officials say powdered whole milk used to make ByHeart infant formula could be a source of contamination that led to an outbreak of infant botulism that has sickened dozens of babies.
Health officials say powdered whole milk used to make ByHeart infant formula could be a source of contamination that led to an outbreak of infant botulism that has sickened dozens of babies.