Mumps sickens hundreds in migrant detention facilities in 19 states
Mumps has swept through 57 immigration detention facilities in 19 states since September, according to the first U.S. government report on the outbreaks in the overloaded immigration system.
Mumps has swept through 57 immigration detention facilities in 19 states since September, according to the first U.S. government report on the outbreaks in the overloaded immigration system.
Michigan teen hospitalized with suspected case of mosquito-borne illness
The family of a 14-year-old girl in Michigan has identified her as one the three suspected cases of a rare mosquito-borne illness announced by state health officials on Monday, and said that as of Tuesday she was on a ventilator in the hospital.
The family of a 14-year-old girl in Michigan has identified her as one the three suspected cases of a rare mosquito-borne illness announced by state health officials on Monday, and said that as of Tuesday she was on a ventilator in the hospital.
Maryland investigating severe lung illness in vaping
Maryland's health department is investigating five cases of severe lung illness in people who became ill after vaping in the last two months.
Maryland's health department is investigating five cases of severe lung illness in people who became ill after vaping in the last two months.
Study finds new blood test could detect brain injuries missed by CT scans in minutes
Brain injuries often show no symptoms or immediate effects on a person, but medical experts say they can cause wear and tear on the brain over time.
Brain injuries often show no symptoms or immediate effects on a person, but medical experts say they can cause wear and tear on the brain over time.
‘Princess energy’: Girl, 5, attends chemotherapy treatments dressed in different gown each time
A 5-year-old girl undergoing chemotherapy shows a “zest for life” and brings her “princess energy” to every appointment while wearing an elaborate gown each time.
A 5-year-old girl undergoing chemotherapy shows a “zest for life” and brings her “princess energy” to every appointment while wearing an elaborate gown each time.
Contigo recalls 5.7M Kids Cleanable Water Bottles due to possible choking hazard
Contigo is recalling 5.7 million children’s water bottles in the U.S. because a clear silicone spout can detach and become a choking hazard.
Contigo is recalling 5.7 million children’s water bottles in the U.S. because a clear silicone spout can detach and become a choking hazard.
At least 3,500 donated kidneys thrown away each year in US, study finds
A new study found that while more than 100,000 people in the United States are waiting to receive a kidney transplant, approximately 3,500 donated kidneys are discarded each year.
A new study found that while more than 100,000 people in the United States are waiting to receive a kidney transplant, approximately 3,500 donated kidneys are discarded each year.
DC Council member questions Ward 8 7-Eleven stores selling expired food
D.C. Council member Trayon White, (D) - Ward 8, is asking for city officials to investigate after repeated complaints from his constituents that 7-Eleven stores in his ward are selling expired food.
D.C. Council member Trayon White, (D) - Ward 8, is asking for city officials to investigate after repeated complaints from his constituents that 7-Eleven stores in his ward are selling expired food.
Judge orders Johnson & Johnson to pay Oklahoma $572M in opioid lawsuit
An Oklahoma judge on Monday found Johnson & Johnson and its subsidiaries helped fuel the state's opioid drug crisis and ordered the consumer products giant to pay $572 million to help abate the problem in the coming years.
An Oklahoma judge on Monday found Johnson & Johnson and its subsidiaries helped fuel the state's opioid drug crisis and ordered the consumer products giant to pay $572 million to help abate the problem in the coming years.
Teen with measles may have exposed guests at Disneyland, California Adventure, health officials warn
A teenage girl with measles visited Disneyland and Disney California Adventure theme parks this month and may have exposed other park-goers to the disease, Orange County health officials said Friday.
A teenage girl with measles visited Disneyland and Disney California Adventure theme parks this month and may have exposed other park-goers to the disease, Orange County health officials said Friday.
CDC warns of deadly drug-resistant salmonella after more than 250 people develop illness
A new strain of salmonella that has sickened more than 250 people and left two dead may not respond to the recommended antibiotics used to treat the foodborne illness, the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention warned in a new report.
A new strain of salmonella that has sickened more than 250 people and left two dead may not respond to the recommended antibiotics used to treat the foodborne illness, the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention warned in a new report.
Posting selfies makes you seem ‘less likeable’ and ‘more insecure,’ researchers say
You might think a solid selfie screams “self confidence,” and “likeability,” but new research from Washington State University finds that people who post selfies more than those who don’t are viewed as less successful, more insecure and less likeable.
You might think a solid selfie screams “self confidence,” and “likeability,” but new research from Washington State University finds that people who post selfies more than those who don’t are viewed as less successful, more insecure and less likeable.
Vaping affects blood vessels after one use — even with no nicotine, study finds
A new study from the University of Pennsylvania’s Perelman School of Medicine revealed that vaping affects blood vessels after a single use, even when the e-cigarette being used contains no nicotine.
A new study from the University of Pennsylvania’s Perelman School of Medicine revealed that vaping affects blood vessels after a single use, even when the e-cigarette being used contains no nicotine.
Blood test can predict if you'll die in next 10 years, researchers claim
A new blood test could predict if you will die in the next decade with more than 80 percent accuracy, researchers claim.
A new blood test could predict if you will die in the next decade with more than 80 percent accuracy, researchers claim.
Mommy burnout: Psychologists say women need 'momcations'
Summer is almost over, but there's still time for moms to take a solo getaway.
Summer is almost over, but there's still time for moms to take a solo getaway.
Excessive daytime napping could be early indicator of Alzheimer’s disease, study says
Napping too much during the day could be an early sign of Alzheimer’s disease, a study published this month found.
Napping too much during the day could be an early sign of Alzheimer’s disease, a study published this month found.
Washing or rinsing raw chicken puts you at risk for illness, says USDA study
Individuals are putting themselves at risk for illness when they wash or rinse raw poultry says a study from the U.S. Department of Agriculture.
Individuals are putting themselves at risk for illness when they wash or rinse raw poultry says a study from the U.S. Department of Agriculture.
Fluoride use during pregnancy may lower children's IQ, study says
A new study is raising questions about one of the top public health inventions of the 20th century.
A new study is raising questions about one of the top public health inventions of the 20th century.
Tips on how to keep kids cool in extreme heat
This week’s stifling heat can be dangerous for adults, but doctors at Children’s National said it’s especially hazardous to children. As a result, the hospital’s emergency room has been busy all summer long.
This week’s stifling heat can be dangerous for adults, but doctors at Children’s National said it’s especially hazardous to children. As a result, the hospital’s emergency room has been busy all summer long.
Couples who have children are happier later in life after kids leave home, study says
A study published in July found that couples who have children are happier, but later in life and only after their kids have left home.
A study published in July found that couples who have children are happier, but later in life and only after their kids have left home.