Boy with cerebral palsy skateboards for first time on special modified board
A 7-year-old with cerebral palsy recently showed off some gnarly moves at his local skate park in Brazil, thanks in part to a group that helps kids with disabilities learn how to skateboard.
A 7-year-old with cerebral palsy recently showed off some gnarly moves at his local skate park in Brazil, thanks in part to a group that helps kids with disabilities learn how to skateboard.
Celiac disease could be reversed by promising nanotechnology treatment, clinical trial suggests
New nanoparticle technology has the capability to induce immune tolerance in people who suffer from celiac disease and could potentially allow them to tolerate gluten in their diet, according to results from a phase-two clinical trial of the treatment.
New nanoparticle technology has the capability to induce immune tolerance in people who suffer from celiac disease and could potentially allow them to tolerate gluten in their diet, according to results from a phase-two clinical trial of the treatment.
Public health officials confirm measles exposure at Disneyland, Starbucks
Public health officials are investigating a measles case involving a Los Angeles County resident that recently visited Disneyland, several Starbucks locations and a deli, according to a recent statement on Wednesday
Public health officials are investigating a measles case involving a Los Angeles County resident that recently visited Disneyland, several Starbucks locations and a deli, according to a recent statement on Wednesday
Water tests safe for legionella at Saint Elizabeths Hospital, city has spent nearly $1.2 million on outage
Nearly a month after legionella bacteria was found in the water at Saint Elizabeths Hospital in Southeast, city officials say the latest test results show the water is free of bacteria.
Nearly a month after legionella bacteria was found in the water at Saint Elizabeths Hospital in Southeast, city officials say the latest test results show the water is free of bacteria.
‘Breakthrough’ cystic fibrosis drug that could treat 90 percent of patients gets FDA approval
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved a cystic fibrosis medication that is the first triple-combination therapy available to treat patients 12 and older who have the most common cystic fibrosis mutation, and medical professionals say it has the potential to treat up to 90 percent of all cystic fibrosis patients.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved a cystic fibrosis medication that is the first triple-combination therapy available to treat patients 12 and older who have the most common cystic fibrosis mutation, and medical professionals say it has the potential to treat up to 90 percent of all cystic fibrosis patients.
Woman has 'basketball-sized' breast tumor removed after letting it grow for 2 years, report says
A woman in China allegedly let a gigantic breast tumor grow for two years unchecked until it had reached the size of a basketball. When the 47-year-old finally sought help, doctors told AsiaWire that she walked into the out-patient clinic holding the tumor up because it was so heavy.
A woman in China allegedly let a gigantic breast tumor grow for two years unchecked until it had reached the size of a basketball. When the 47-year-old finally sought help, doctors told AsiaWire that she walked into the out-patient clinic holding the tumor up because it was so heavy.
11-year-old boy ran half marathon in all 50 states, may be youngest person in world to complete feat
An 11-year-old boy ran a half marathon in every state in the country and he may have broken a record as the youngest person to do so.
An 11-year-old boy ran a half marathon in every state in the country and he may have broken a record as the youngest person to do so.
Desert Storm veteran seeks help funding dog's life-saving surgery
An animal rescue hopes to help a Desert Storm veteran who sought funding assistance for her dog who is in dire need of surgery.
An animal rescue hopes to help a Desert Storm veteran who sought funding assistance for her dog who is in dire need of surgery.
Eating dairy linked to prostate cancer, but plant-based diets associated with reduced risk
Eating dairy is associated with an increased risk of developing prostate cancer, but eating a plant-based diet has been linked to a decreased risk, according to a new comprehensive analysis of past studies from the Mayo Clinic.
Eating dairy is associated with an increased risk of developing prostate cancer, but eating a plant-based diet has been linked to a decreased risk, according to a new comprehensive analysis of past studies from the Mayo Clinic.
‘A condition of the poor’: Childhood obesity rates increasing worldwide, report finds
The report called the number of overweight children across the world "striking," noting how much it now affects low- and middle-income countries.
The report called the number of overweight children across the world "striking," noting how much it now affects low- and middle-income countries.
Facing critical shortage of pediatric chemotherapy drug, parents worry
Facing a critical and sudden shortage of the pediatric chemotherapy drug vincristine, doctors are rationing their supplies, and parents are worried. Charlotte Armstrong, who turned 2 in September, received a much lower dose of the drug during her recent infusion.
Facing a critical and sudden shortage of the pediatric chemotherapy drug vincristine, doctors are rationing their supplies, and parents are worried. Charlotte Armstrong, who turned 2 in September, received a much lower dose of the drug during her recent infusion.
‘A real-life nightmare’: Family sues medical center over death of mom after routine cyst removal procedure
The family of a New York woman who died after a routine cyst removal procedure is suing the medical center for $50 million.
The family of a New York woman who died after a routine cyst removal procedure is suing the medical center for $50 million.
Cortisone injections for hip and knee pain can be riskier than previously believed, study says
Hip and knee intra-articular corticosteroid injections, which are quite commonly given to treat joint pain, may be more harmful than medical professionals previously thought, according to new study from the Boston University School of Medicine.
Hip and knee intra-articular corticosteroid injections, which are quite commonly given to treat joint pain, may be more harmful than medical professionals previously thought, according to new study from the Boston University School of Medicine.
Companies reach tentative deal to settle opioids lawsuit
(AP) -- The nation's three dominant drug distributors and a big drugmaker have reached a tentative deal to settle a lawsuit related to the opioid crisis just as the first federal trial over the crisis was due to begin Monday, according to a lead lawyer for the local governments suing the drug industry.
(AP) -- The nation's three dominant drug distributors and a big drugmaker have reached a tentative deal to settle a lawsuit related to the opioid crisis just as the first federal trial over the crisis was due to begin Monday, according to a lead lawyer for the local governments suing the drug industry.
Mom diagnosed with rare breast cancer during pregnancy delivers 'miracle' baby boy
Jade Devis said it started with a hard lump that was allegedly dismissed by a radiologist as a pregnancy symptom.
Jade Devis said it started with a hard lump that was allegedly dismissed by a radiologist as a pregnancy symptom.
Grandma, 73, shows off 55-pound weight loss, claims 'younger men and women' constantly compliment her
“I feel much better about myself now and getting compliments from younger men and women sure boosts the self-esteem," the grandmother said.
“I feel much better about myself now and getting compliments from younger men and women sure boosts the self-esteem," the grandmother said.
Thinking too much could cause you to die sooner
Thinking too much may be bad for your health according to a study that was recently published.
Thinking too much may be bad for your health according to a study that was recently published.
Florida man who thought he had a bad sunburn on leg nearly dies from flesh-eating bacteria
A Pennsylvania native who recently moved to Pensacola, Florida, with his fiancee will need to learn to walk again after nearly losing his leg to a flesh-eating bacteria.
A Pennsylvania native who recently moved to Pensacola, Florida, with his fiancee will need to learn to walk again after nearly losing his leg to a flesh-eating bacteria.
Saint Elizabeths confirms bacteria still in water following treatment weeks after Legionella found in sample
Saint Elizabeths Hospital in Southeast D.C. has confirmed that potentially deadly bacteria remain in the water following tests weeks after the legionella bacteria was initially confirmed.
Saint Elizabeths Hospital in Southeast D.C. has confirmed that potentially deadly bacteria remain in the water following tests weeks after the legionella bacteria was initially confirmed.
Vaping-related deaths climb to 33 as CDC continues to investigate mysterious outbreak
At least 33 people have died from illnesses related to vaping, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced Thursday.
At least 33 people have died from illnesses related to vaping, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced Thursday.