Chlormequat, pesticide linked to infertility, found in Cheerios and Quaker Oats, study claims
The chlormequat study, conducted by the Environmental Working Group, also detected the little-known pesticide in four out of five Americans tested.
The chlormequat study, conducted by the Environmental Working Group, also detected the little-known pesticide in four out of five Americans tested.
'Shockingly fast': Northern Virginia man reportedly dies from meningococcal disease
A Reston, Va. man reportedly died earlier this month from the meningococcal disease outbreak in Virginia.
A Reston, Va. man reportedly died earlier this month from the meningococcal disease outbreak in Virginia.
Largest-ever COVID vaccine study links shot to small increase in heart, brain conditions
"The odds of all of these adverse events are still much, much higher when infected with SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19), so getting vaccinated is still by far the safer choice," one doctor noted.
"The odds of all of these adverse events are still much, much higher when infected with SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19), so getting vaccinated is still by far the safer choice," one doctor noted.
FDA recommends moving marijuana to lower-risk drug class: Key takeaways
A new FDA report found there is "credible scientific support" for the use of marijuana to treat some medical conditions. Here are some key takeaways from the report.
A new FDA report found there is "credible scientific support" for the use of marijuana to treat some medical conditions. Here are some key takeaways from the report.
E. coli outbreak linked to raw cheese: Here’s what you need to know
The CDC issued a safety alert following several illnesses of E. coli, including four hospitalizations from the Raw Farm product.
The CDC issued a safety alert following several illnesses of E. coli, including four hospitalizations from the Raw Farm product.
These simple activities are as effective as therapy for depression, study finds
According to the study authors, walking, jogging, yoga, tai chi, aerobic exercises and strength training were extremely effective at treating depression.
According to the study authors, walking, jogging, yoga, tai chi, aerobic exercises and strength training were extremely effective at treating depression.
Lil Jon drops meditation album: Here's what inspired him
Lil Jon describes his meditation album as "10 guided meditations to relieve anxiety, boost focus, and find peace."
Lil Jon describes his meditation album as "10 guided meditations to relieve anxiety, boost focus, and find peace."
Bubonic plague: What to know after Oregon cat gives owner rodent-borne disease
In Oregon, a cat recently gave its owner bubonic plague. What is bubonic plague, what’s the cure, and other things to know.
In Oregon, a cat recently gave its owner bubonic plague. What is bubonic plague, what’s the cure, and other things to know.
Study finds how quick you should administer CPR during cardiac arrest
Survival declines rapidly with longer duration of CPR, new study finds
Survival declines rapidly with longer duration of CPR, new study finds
Tax Season: When can you start filing your taxes? When will you receive your tax refund?
The 2024 tax season is officially underway, which means it's time to get your paperwork in order.
The 2024 tax season is officially underway, which means it's time to get your paperwork in order.
Baby born without eyes, diagnosed with rare genetic disorder
Robert and Taylor Ice of Missouri struggled for a year to get pregnant.
Robert and Taylor Ice of Missouri struggled for a year to get pregnant.
CDC expected to change COVID guidance this spring: Washington Post
Get ready for new advice from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention when it comes to treating COVID-19 in the future.
Get ready for new advice from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention when it comes to treating COVID-19 in the future.
What is Alaskapox? 1st known deadly case reported
Alaskapox, a virus primarily found in small mammals, has claimed its first human life. Learn more about the disease and how it spreads.
Alaskapox, a virus primarily found in small mammals, has claimed its first human life. Learn more about the disease and how it spreads.
Hundreds jump into the Potomac River to raise awareness about climate change
Jumping into a cold 42 degree Potomac River at the National Harbor takes a certain type of mindset. A mindset that thinks about the changing climate.
Jumping into a cold 42 degree Potomac River at the National Harbor takes a certain type of mindset. A mindset that thinks about the changing climate.
Scientists turn tomatoes purple to make them more nutritious
Purple tomatoes will become available in select grocery stores for the first time. Gardeners can purchase seeds now.
Purple tomatoes will become available in select grocery stores for the first time. Gardeners can purchase seeds now.
The flu, COVID-19, RSV: Why everyone is getting sick
It’s the season of the sniffles. Experts explain what is contributing to a higher number of respiratory illnesses.
It’s the season of the sniffles. Experts explain what is contributing to a higher number of respiratory illnesses.
Erectile dysfunction drugs may protect against Alzheimer's, study suggests
Researchers conducted a study with over 260,000 men to determine if there is a connection between the male enhancement drug lowering their risk of developing the disease.
Researchers conducted a study with over 260,000 men to determine if there is a connection between the male enhancement drug lowering their risk of developing the disease.
Medicare negotiating with drugmakers on prices for expensive medications
The price negotiations are for 10 prescription drugs, including Eliquis, a blood thinner medication, and diabetes treatment Jardiance.
The price negotiations are for 10 prescription drugs, including Eliquis, a blood thinner medication, and diabetes treatment Jardiance.
Officer replaces therapy pig for young boy after tragic animal attack
A Kansas police officer stepped in to replace a therapy pig for a young boy after the original one was attacked by another animal.
A Kansas police officer stepped in to replace a therapy pig for a young boy after the original one was attacked by another animal.
California could legalize psychedelic therapy after rejecting ‘magic mushroom’ decriminalization
A pair of California lawmakers introduced a bipartisan bill on Tuesday to allow people 21 and older to consume psychedelic mushrooms under professional supervision as part of an agenda to tackle the state’s mental health and substance use crises.
A pair of California lawmakers introduced a bipartisan bill on Tuesday to allow people 21 and older to consume psychedelic mushrooms under professional supervision as part of an agenda to tackle the state’s mental health and substance use crises.