‘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.
95 percent of baby foods tested contained toxic metals, report finds
Rice-based products, sweet potatoes and fruit juices were found to have the highest risk for neurotoxic harm, the report states.
Rice-based products, sweet potatoes and fruit juices were found to have the highest risk for neurotoxic harm, the report states.
Study suggests stressed pregnant women are less likely to have boys
The study found that stressed pregnant women were less likely to have a boy and may also have a higher risk of premature birth, indicating that maternal mental health matters for both mom and baby.
The study found that stressed pregnant women were less likely to have a boy and may also have a higher risk of premature birth, indicating that maternal mental health matters for both mom and baby.
Viral Facebook post raises awareness for autism with blue Halloween buckets
A mother's Facebook post explaining the meaning behind her son's blue Halloween candy bucket has gone viral.
A mother's Facebook post explaining the meaning behind her son's blue Halloween candy bucket has gone viral.
WeWork removes over 2K phone booths from US, Canada locations, citing ‘elevated levels of formaldehyde'
More than 2,000 phone booths were taken out of service in WeWork locations across the U.S. and Canada over formaldehyde concerns.
More than 2,000 phone booths were taken out of service in WeWork locations across the U.S. and Canada over formaldehyde concerns.
Teen taken off life support after second test determined no brain activity
A teen who was declared brain dead after an asthma attack last month has been taken off life support.
A teen who was declared brain dead after an asthma attack last month has been taken off life support.
Trial vaccine wipes out breast cancer in Florida patient
A promising new vaccine could one day be a flu shot against breast cancer.
A promising new vaccine could one day be a flu shot against breast cancer.
Boy undergoing treatment for rare form of cancer asks for cards for 10th birthday
In honor of Carter’s 10th birthday this month, Joshua Willett said his son would like to receive birthday cards in the mail.
In honor of Carter’s 10th birthday this month, Joshua Willett said his son would like to receive birthday cards in the mail.
Parents in search of liver donor for 7-month-old baby boy
A 7-month-old may not live to see his first birthday because of a disease he was born with that impacts his liver.
A 7-month-old may not live to see his first birthday because of a disease he was born with that impacts his liver.
Terminally ill groom's bucket list wedding turns out 'absolutely incredible'
A dying man's wish to marry the love of his life came true.
A dying man's wish to marry the love of his life came true.