Fluoride: What is it and why is it added to our drinking water?

In the upcoming election, fluoride in drinking water has become a topic of debate after Robert F. Kennedy Jr. claimed Donald Trump would remove it on his first day in office if elected.

Half of US teens spend over 4 hours daily on screens, CDC study finds

A new CDC study reveals that half of American teens spend four or more hours each day on screens, with links to increased rates of anxiety and depression.

Bird flu detected in pig for 1st time in US: What it means for humans

A pig infected with bird flu in Oregon has raised concerns about the virus’s potential to threaten humans, but the current risk to the public remains low.

DC residents grapple with anxiety as Election Day nears

With Election Day just days away, anxiety is running high in the nation’s capital as residents weigh their safety and stability amid the intensifying political climate. 

Researchers targeting childhood heart disease with stem cells, AI

Researchers in the U.S. and Australia are ushering in a new era of pediatric medicine by using stem cells and AI to solve childhood heart disease.

Lassa fever suspected in Iowa resident's death; CDC investigates rare case

A suspected case of Lassa fever has claimed the life of an Iowa resident who recently returned from West Africa, prompting an investigation.;

Problem gambling grows along with revenue, study finds

With online gambling expanding across the U.S., new research reveals increasing gambling problems, sparking concerns for financial and mental health impacts.

CDC issues alert about 'walking pneumonia' in kids

A form of walking pneumonia is on the rise among children and the CDC says symptoms may include fever, cough, and wheezing.

Poor sleep quality linked to faster brain aging, study finds

New research highlights how poor sleep quality accelerates brain aging, showing the effects on cognitive health and offering tips for better sleep.

McDonald’s E. coli outbreak: Taylor Farms says products safe

Taylor Farms, a California-based grower tied to a deadly E. coli outbreak involving McDonald’s Quarter Pounders, insists its products currently on the market are safe.

1 in 4 adults thinks they have undiagnosed ADHD, survey finds

ADHD is a developmental disorder characterized by symptoms of inattention and/or hyperactivity and impulsivity. But symptoms can change as a person gets older, according to the National Institute of Mental Health.

Pizza contaminated with THC; Wisconsin-based business issues apology

Pizzas made and sold at a Wisconsin shop were unintentionally contaminated with THC, the local health department announced on Thursday.