Watts tap water found to have lead, study finds

A recent study found lead in tap water in Watts homes and public housing units in excess of 15 parts per billion. The EPA says "there is no safe level of exposure to lead."

The cost of IVF in 2024

Here’s a look at how much it costs to get pregnant through IVF in 2024.

US fertility rate dipped to record low in 2023, CDC data finds

A recent CDC report finds that the number of births and general fertility rates declined significantly last year.

Danielle Fishel, 'Boy Meets World' star, reveals breast cancer diagnosis

Danielle Fishel, the beloved lead of the popular ‘90s sitcom “Boy Meets World,” revealed a shocking health update on their latest podcast episode.

Mysterious bug bites could be from mites feeding on cicada eggs

With so many cicada eggs available for food, the more mites there are to feast, disperse and then land on humans to bite.

List: Medicare deal will lower the prices of these drugs

Ten popular prescription drugs will soon become cheaper for Medicare recipients. The full list was released Thursday morning and it includes drugs to treat diabetes, blood clots, and other conditions.

What is mpox? WHO declares global emergency amid outbreak in Africa

On Wednesday, the World Health Organization declared a global emergency amid a deadly outbreak of mpox (also known as monkeypox) in Africa.

Biden announces $150M for cancer research
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During his trip to New Orleans, President Joe Biden announced $150 million in grants for cancer research.

California reignites war on gas stoves with newly proposed law

A new bill in California would require warning labels placed on all gas stoves starting next year, alerting consumers to any associated health risks.

Summer COVID-19 wave hits California
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The recent COVID-19 wave posted some of the highest summer cases since 2022.

Growing mpox outbreak could spur global emergency, health officials say

The risk of mpox spreading in the U.S. remains low, but the CDC has put health care providers on alert as infections surge in Africa.