Sometimes, as grownups, we forget that school days can be long and difficult, even for the most enthusiastic students. And if you’re undergoing cancer treatments, …
Read moreThis 6-year-old boy with leukemia attends school with help from a specially designed robot
Eleven-year-old Bella Fricker is on a mission. She wants to bring joy to the world of children affected by a devastating diagnosis: cancer. Sadly, one …
For the first time in history, the US Food and Drug Administration has approved a drug specifically indicated for the treatment of postpartum depression, which …
Read moreThe FDA approved the first postpartum depression drug
Many people start their day with a cup of tea. But those who drink it piping hot could be increasing their risk of esophageal cancer, …
Read moreDrinking very hot tea almost doubles your risk of cancer
Frequent consumption of sugary drinks such as sodas, sports drinks and juice is linked to an increased risk of premature death from cardiovascular disease and, …
Read moreSugary drinks are tied to a higher risk of premature death, especially for women
If you’re a healthy older adult looking for ways to reduce your risk of heart attack and stroke, don’t turn to that age-old standby: daily …
Read moreDoctors Are No Longer Recommending Aspirin To Prevent Heart Attacks For Older Adults
What are you doing right now? If you’re like most of America, myself included, it’s likely you’re sitting down. In fact, you’ve probably been sitting …
Read moreHow many minutes per day you need to move to reduce your risk of early death
You know that kids need a host of shots, but just because you’re long past the pint-sized stage doesn’t mean you can skip the needle …
Longtime Jeopardy host Alex Trebek’s announcement that he has stage 4 pancreatic cancer has brought recent attention to the aggressive, and often deadly, disease that …
Read moreSigns and Symptoms of Pancreatic Cancer That Shouldn’t Be Ignored
After stepping out of the shower, the first thing a lot of people do after drying themselves off is clean their ears with Q-tips. Despite …
Read moreThis man got a skull infection after cleaning his ear with a Q-tip
The Food and Drug Administration has approved a new fast-acting drug for depression, and while it has given some people hope, the drug and its …
Read moreWhat to know about the first new antidepressant to be approved by the FDA in decades
Everyone loves popcorn, but you may not know that when it comes to little ones, the popular snack can pose a serious choking hazard. After …
Read moreThis Mom Is Warning Other Parents After Her Son Got A Piece Of Popcorn In His Lungs
Longtime “Jeopardy” host Alex Trebek on Wednesday announced he’s been diagnosed with stage 4 pancreatic cancer in a video posted to the show’s official YouTube …
Read moreJeopardy host Alex Trebek announced he has stage 4 pancreatic cancer
The measles, mumps and rubella vaccine does not increase the risk of autism and does not trigger autism in children who are at risk, according …
Read moreAnother study finds no link between autism and measles, mumps and rubella vaccine
In October 2018, actress Selma Blair revealed she had been diagnosed with multiple sclerosis, or MS, and she’s recently opened up about her life with …
The death of Luke Perry, after the actor suffered what his publicist said was a massive stroke, is evidence that the disease can affect people …
A sweet and simple request is coming from a terminally ill little girl living in Wisconsin: She would love a letter from your dog. Emma …
Read moreThis Girl Is Fighting A Brain Tumor And Is Asking For Messages From Dogs
Selma Blair opened up about her battle with multiple sclerosis in her first ever television interview and described the moment she learned of her diagnosis. …
Read moreSelma Blair Opens Up About The Relief She Felt After Getting Her MS Diagnosis
According to a new study about thirdhand smoke (THS), indoor smoking bans can only offer limited protection to young children who live with a smoker, …
Read moreNew study: Children of smokers have nicotine on their hands
Sixty-three more people have been infected with salmonella linked to raw turkey products in an outbreak that began in November 2017, the U.S. Centers for Disease …
Read moreThe Raw Turkey Salmonella Outbreak Is Expanding, According to the CDC
Although this year’s flu season is considered mild in terms of severity, it has caused more deaths than expected. The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) …
Read moreThe flu is causing more deaths than expected this year
Half of children with a mental health condition in the United States go without treatment, according to a study published Feb. 11 in the journal …
With her Mediterranean diet and exercise routine, Susan Lucci looks the picture of health at 72. But the legendary soap star now says she wasn’t …
It happens to the best of us: devouring that perfect sandwich before realizing, in terror, that it’s spotted with mold. Should you pack a bag and head …
Measles, the highly contagious and previously eliminated viral illness, has been spreading in communities across the United States in recent weeks, with Washington declaring a …
Read moreWhat you need to know about measles as it spreads across the country
Indiana lawmakers are considering a bill that would make it illegal to smoke in your own vehicle if you have a small child with you. …
Caffeine on the go is a glorious thing. But if you like to sip a cup of joe from a travel mug most mornings, you …
Read moreThis woman’s viral post shows how dirty your travel mug lid can get
Cruise ships generate high levels of air pollution that could endanger the health of passengers, staff and port communities, according to an undercover report released …
Read moreThe air on cruise ships is so bad it could harm your health, report says
You may have already put up a mighty first line of defense against colds and flus this season — a flu shot, good hand washing hygiene and …
If you feel like you’re addicted to Facebook, you may be onto something. A new study conducted by researchers at Michigan State University and published in the Journal …
Read moreStudy finds some social media use is akin to drug use
Should you be worried about the safety of your food during the government shutdown? The answer is complicated, and it depends who you ask. “We …
Read moreWhat you need to know about food safety during the government shutdown
Each year, more than 1 million people are diagnosed with cancer in the United States. We’re familiar with the more common types — cancers of …
Read moreThe symptoms of head and neck cancer you should know about
People who eat diets that are high in fiber have lower risk of death and chronic diseases such as stroke or cancer compared with people …
As the legal recreational use of marijuana grows, it’s expanding into some surprising places and products. There are marijuana-infused wines and coffee pods on the market now, as …
What are the most addictive drugs? This question seems simple, but the answer depends on whom you ask. From the points of view of different …
Since she was 6 years old, Kira Iaconetti has loved performing onstage in musicals. However, four years ago, the 19-year-old aspiring actress and singer started …
Read moreThis Teenager Sang During Brain Surgery To Protect Her Musical Abilities
Every year, from 5 to 20 percent of the people in the United States will become infected with influenza virus. An average of 200,000 of …
Read moreWhat the flu does to your lungs and muscles to make you feel so bad
Avocado lovers, we’ve got important news for you: A new report from the Federal Food and Drug Administration recommends washing your avocados before slicing them …
Read moreThe FDA is urging people to wash their avocados to avoid listeria
Good oral hygiene habits need to start at an early age. Now, Colgate is teaming up with teachers to spread the word. The toothpaste company’s Bright …
A Texas girl’s inoperable tumor has gone missing, baffling doctors and answering the prayers of the 11-year-old’s family. According to a report by KVUE-TV, Roxli Doss …
Read moreThis girl’s inoperable brain tumor suddenly vanished, stunning doctors
The strain of E. coli causing the current outbreak in romaine lettuce has been found in a reservoir on a farm in Santa Barbara County, …
Read moreThe CDC has traced the romaine lettuce E. coli outbreak to a California farm
Drifting off to dreamland isn’t always smooth sailing. Sometimes you experience some unexpected sensations on the path to sleep. Maybe you’ve had this experience: Just …
Read moreThis is Why Your Body Suddenly Jolts When You’re Falling Asleep
When we think of heart disease, it’s easy to conjure up a middle-aged man clutching his chest, but the harsh reality is that this heart …
Read moreWhat doctors want every woman to know about heart disease
Sarah Hyland is doing well after a series of medical issues left her in and out of hospitals over the last few years. In a …
Read moreSarah Hyland opens up about her second kidney transplant
When dentists peer into your mouth, they don’t just see how well you’ve been brushing and whether you’ve really been flossing. Your mouth, as it …
Read more10 things your dentist can tell about your health just by looking in your mouth
Just in time for the holiday baking to begin, the Centers for Disease Control has issued a friendly reminder to avoid consuming raw cookie dough. …
Read moreThe CDC Gave A Friendly Reminder Not To Eat Raw Cookie Dough This Holiday Season—Here’s Why
Many people swear by neti pots and other nasal irrigation devices to ease sinus infection and cold symptoms. But a recent report of a woman dying after …
Read moreThis Woman Died After Using Untreated Tap Water In A Neti Pot—Here’s What You Need To Know
Most people would do anything in their power to avoid the stomach flu. But while you may think you’re taking the necessary precautions to avoid …
Read more6 mistakes that may leave you vulnerable to the stomach flu
When your wellness journey is so extraordinary that you inspire thousands of people daily, you know you’re doing something right. But it’s a special kind …
The recommended amount of sleep for adults is six to eight hours a night. Sleeping more than those hours is associated with an increased risk …
A Valley teen who dreamed of becoming a published author is overcoming some tough medical challenges to make it happen, thanks to some help from …
Read moreThis teen became a published author through Make-A-Wish