Cat owners could be at higher risk of schizophrenia, study suggests
Snuggling with a cat seems like a loving and relaxing activity, but a new study implies that it might affect your mental health down the line.
These are the states where it's still legal to smoke with kids in cars
Only a dozen states have laws that prohibit lighting up in a private vehicle with children present. No level of exposure to secondhand smoke is safe, the CDC says.
Miss USA Noelia Voigt suddenly resigns title – here’s why
Miss USA 2023 Noelia Voigt has announced that she is resigning from the title. "I realize this may come as a large shock to many," the 24-year-old wrote.
Paralyzed former Rutgers athlete expands bourbon brand into NY, donates $5.20 of every sale to research
Former Rutgers University defensive tackle Eric LeGrand is expanding his bourbon brand from New Jersey and Kentucky into New York and is donating proceeds from cases of liquor sold to find a cure for paralysis.
COVID-19 variants called FLiRT are spreading across US
The COVID-19 variants, nicknamed FLiRT, account for about one in four infections. Here's what to know.
25K Americans starting Wegovy weekly as supply increases and prices drop, drugmaker says
The number of U.S. patients currently starting the weight management drug Wegovy is "four times" the number in December 2023, the drugmaker said.
Maternal mortality rate in U.S. declines, but racial disparities remain: CDC data
Following an increase in women dying during pregnancy or after childbirth earlier in the pandemic, mortality rates dropped significantly in 2022, according to a new CDC report.
2nd rabid raccoon recently found in College Park
For the second time in less than a month, a rabid raccoon was captured in College Park.
Dealing with DC's intense allergy season: expert tips and strategies
It's May 1st, and we are in the thick of allergy season.
Walnuts recalled amid E. coli outbreak in multiple states, CDC says
An E. coli outbreak connected to organic walnuts has prompted a warning from the CDC, as well as a recall. The walnuts were sold at retailers in at least 19 states.
Marijuana will be rescheduled as less dangerous drug: Sources
The move would recognize the medical use of cannabis and acknowledge it has less potential for abuse than some of the nation’s most dangerous drugs.
Cancer trends: Common types & risk factors revealed
Almost 40% of Americans will receive a cancer diagnosis at some point in their lifetime — but certain types are more common than others, statistics show.
Mammogram screening to detect breast cancer should now start at 40, panel says
Breast cancer is the second-most common cause of cancer death for U.S. women.
USDA testing ground beef in states with bird flu outbreaks in dairy cows
The USDA is testing ground beef sold at retailers located in U.S. states with bird flu outbreaks in dairy cattle. But the agency said it’s “confident that the meat supply is safe.”
Kaiser Permanente says data breach may affect 13.4M customers
Kaiser Permanente said it is notifying members after a recent data breach potentially affected millions of accounts.
81% of millennials say they can't afford a midlife crisis
Are millennials a generation in crisis? A majority said that type of crisis is a luxury they can’t afford.
Norovirus: Nearly 200 sick in outbreaks on Princess, Royal Caribbean ships, CDC says
Norovirus outbreaks on Princess Cruises and Royal Caribbean ships in April left nearly 200 people sick, the CDC reported.
Here's when people think 'old age' begins, according to study
People think “old age" starts later than it used to, according to a new study published by the American Psychological Association.
Illinois community celebrates as 2nd-grader returns home cancer-free
In a heartwarming display of community support, residents of Chatham, Illinois, gathered to celebrate the return of second-grader Judah Collins, who has triumphed over cancer.
Bird flu in cows: 1 in 5 pasteurized milk samples had traces of virus, FDA says
One in five samples of pasteurized milk contained remnants of the bird flu virus that has infected dairy cows, the FDA said. Here’s what to know.