With treatments failing, Michigan toddler with leukemia has bucket list to fulfill
Gabe's treatments for lymphoblastic leukemia haven't worked and he's relapsed three times. On Thanksgiving, his parents made the decision it was time to shift course and start focusing on Gabe's quality of life for the time he has left. So while Gabe may have taken his first steps in the hospital, his parents intend for him to "find the joy" outside of it.
Gabe's treatments for lymphoblastic leukemia haven't worked and he's relapsed three times. On Thanksgiving, his parents made the decision it was time to shift course and start focusing on Gabe's quality of life for the time he has left. So while Gabe may have taken his first steps in the hospital, his parents intend for him to "find the joy" outside of it.
CDC: Outbreak of E. coli infections linked to some Fresh Express salad kits
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and public health and regulatory officials in several states are investigating a multi-state outbreak of E. coli infections that have been linked to Fresh Express Sunflower Crisp chopped salad kit, and the CDC is urging anyone who may have purchased one of the salad kits to throw it away.
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and public health and regulatory officials in several states are investigating a multi-state outbreak of E. coli infections that have been linked to Fresh Express Sunflower Crisp chopped salad kit, and the CDC is urging anyone who may have purchased one of the salad kits to throw it away.
Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam proposes $22M to improve maternal health outcomes
Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam is proposing about $22 million for efforts to improve health outcomes for mothers and babies and reduce the racial disparity in the state’s maternal mortality rate.
Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam is proposing about $22 million for efforts to improve health outcomes for mothers and babies and reduce the racial disparity in the state’s maternal mortality rate.
FDA warns of carcinogen found in diabetes drugs outside of US
An official from the Food and Drug Administration issued a statement announcing that impurities were found in a diabetes drug outside of the United States.
An official from the Food and Drug Administration issued a statement announcing that impurities were found in a diabetes drug outside of the United States.
Florida mother, father and teenage son all fighting cancer at the same time
A father, mother and their 17-year-old son are all battling different forms of cancer at the same time. They say they are relying on their faith to keep going.
A father, mother and their 17-year-old son are all battling different forms of cancer at the same time. They say they are relying on their faith to keep going.
Boy waiting for heart transplant asking for Christmas cards
A young boy waiting for a new heart will have to spend another holiday in the hospital, so he is asking for Christmas cards to make his room a little more cheerful.
A young boy waiting for a new heart will have to spend another holiday in the hospital, so he is asking for Christmas cards to make his room a little more cheerful.
Doctor says diet, exercise are more important than hair dye when it comes to breast cancer
According to the study at the National Institutes of Health, higher breast cancer risk was associated with hair dye use, and the effects appeared to be stronger in African American women—particularly those who are frequent users of the dyes and chemical straighteners.
According to the study at the National Institutes of Health, higher breast cancer risk was associated with hair dye use, and the effects appeared to be stronger in African American women—particularly those who are frequent users of the dyes and chemical straighteners.
Climate change may put pregnant women at risk of early delivery, study says
A study found that hotter temperatures could put pregnant women at risk of giving birth earlier than expected, sometimes as early as two weeks.
A study found that hotter temperatures could put pregnant women at risk of giving birth earlier than expected, sometimes as early as two weeks.
Drug can curb dementia’s delusions, researchers find
A drug that curbs delusions in Parkinson's patients did the same for people with Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia in a study that was stopped early because the benefit seemed clear.
A drug that curbs delusions in Parkinson's patients did the same for people with Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia in a study that was stopped early because the benefit seemed clear.
Flesh-eating bacteria linked to black tar heroin kills 7 in San Diego
SAN DIEGO (AP) — A flesh-eating bacteria linked to the use of black tar heroin has killed at least seven people over the past two months in San Diego County, authorities said.
SAN DIEGO (AP) — A flesh-eating bacteria linked to the use of black tar heroin has killed at least seven people over the past two months in San Diego County, authorities said.
Lesbian couple 1st to carry baby in both of their wombs through ‘shared motherhood’ treatment
A British lesbian couple has become the first in the world to carry a baby in both their wombs.
A British lesbian couple has become the first in the world to carry a baby in both their wombs.
Bikram Yoga documentary has founder under fire
A new Netflix documentary about Bikram Yoga founder Bikram Choudhury has a lot of people talking.
A new Netflix documentary about Bikram Yoga founder Bikram Choudhury has a lot of people talking.
‘Healing PTSD’ stamp created by U.S. Postal Service to raise money for veterans
The U.S. Postal Service has issued a new fundraiser stamp to benefit veterans with post-traumatic stress disorder.
The U.S. Postal Service has issued a new fundraiser stamp to benefit veterans with post-traumatic stress disorder.
Men who regularly smoke pot may have increased risk of testicular cancer, study suggests
Researchers in the study found that regular marijuana use was linked to a higher risk of testicular cancer, although the strength of the evidence was low.
Researchers in the study found that regular marijuana use was linked to a higher risk of testicular cancer, although the strength of the evidence was low.
More than 100 infected in E. coli outbreak tied to California romaine lettuce
Federal health officials have updated a food safety alert regarding an E. coli outbreak linked to a romaine lettuce harvest in California that has now reportedly infected 102 people in 23 states.
Federal health officials have updated a food safety alert regarding an E. coli outbreak linked to a romaine lettuce harvest in California that has now reportedly infected 102 people in 23 states.
Essential oils often used in diffusing devices can be harmful to cats and dogs
Essential oils and diffusing devices are popular holiday gifts, but many people don't realize the harm that they can cause to cats and dogs in the home.
Essential oils and diffusing devices are popular holiday gifts, but many people don't realize the harm that they can cause to cats and dogs in the home.
Concussions may increase suicide risk in high school athletes, study finds
A history of sports-related concussions may increase high school athletes' risk of suicide, according to new research out of the University of Texas School of Public Health.
A history of sports-related concussions may increase high school athletes' risk of suicide, according to new research out of the University of Texas School of Public Health.
Boy, 9, runs 120 miles and raises more than $65K for children with cancer
Matteo Lambert has ran 120 miles in 35 races across the U.S. and Canada and raised $65,500 for children with cancer.
Matteo Lambert has ran 120 miles in 35 races across the U.S. and Canada and raised $65,500 for children with cancer.
Potentially deadly bacteria such as E.coli found in 9 out of 10 make-up bags
A warning for make-up lovers.
A warning for make-up lovers.
U.S. birth rate falls again, hitting lowest levels in decades
Report shows U.S. birth rates fell for the fourth straight year, to lowest in decades.
Report shows U.S. birth rates fell for the fourth straight year, to lowest in decades.