Dementia among younger people is linked to 15 factors, major study reveals
Early-onset dementia has been on the rise in recent years, and a new study suggests there are a wide range of risk factors — some genetic, and some controlled through lifestyle changes.
Adan Canto died of appendiceal cancer, more young people could too: study
According to a 2020 health study, the diagnoses of malignant appendiceal tumors (a symptom of the appendix cancer) increased by over 230%. Most of those diagnosed were under 50.
'Sephora Baby' trend: Teens, tweens buying expensive, powerful skincare a growing concern health professionals
According to dermatologists and other professionals, these skincare products can actually damage young skin. Here's what brands they suggest instead.
Meta to shield teens on Instagram, Facebook from self-harm, eating disorders content
Meta said Tuesday it will start hiding inappropriate content from teenagers' accounts on Instagram and Facebook, including posts about suicide, self-harm and eating disorders.
E-cigs help more people quit smoking
Researchers say e-cigs are more effective than patches or gum.
A single bottle of water can contain about a quarter million invisible nanoplastic particles
New research shows that the average liter of bottled water has nearly a quarter million invisible pieces of ever so tiny nanoplastics.
Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin undergoes prostate cancer surgery, White House unaware until days later
Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin has prostate cancer, and his recent secretive hospitalization was for surgery and later to treat a urinary tract infection related to that operation, his doctors said Tuesday.
Blood donations reach 20-year low causing national shortage, Red Cross says
The American Red Cross says it is experiencing an emergency blood shortage as the number of people donating hits a 20-year low.
Apple Watch feature saves woman from near-fatal carbon monoxide poisoning: I was 'extremely scared'
The Apple Watch feature instantly connects users to 911 after holding down the side button for five seconds.
These California cities ranked as the nation’s best for an active lifestyle
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Bone marrow transplant struck in red tape
According to FOX 11 guest Arthur Yu, his match is stuck in the Philippines.
Wearing hearing aids routinely could lengthen people's lives, study suggests
With hearing loss affecting millions of people in the U.S., a new study finds that if not treated, it can cause health problems, including higher risks of dementia.
More hospitals requiring masks as flu, COVID-19 cases surge
More U.S. hospitals are requiring masks and limiting visitors as health officials face a post-holiday spike in flu and other illnesses.
Health officials warn this jam sold in Los Angeles grocery stores could be contaminated
The California Department of Public Health warns consumers that these jars of Shemshad's Mulberry Jam and Mulberry Molasses sold in Los Angeles County could be contaminated.
Alzheimer's drugs may enter brain faster with new ultrasound tool, study finds
In a novel experiment, West Virginia University researchers used an ultrasound tool in spots in the brain to enhance the removal of Alzheimer’s trademark brain-clogging plaque.
Prop 1: Newsom, Bass launch campaign for $6.4B mental health bond measure
According to Newsom's office, the proposition, if approved by a majority of the state's voters, would create 11,150 behavioral health treatment beds across the state, along with housing and 26,700 outpatient treatment slots.
RSV slows, but flu and COVID-19 cases are soaring
A surge in flu and COVID-19 illnesses has led to tens of thousands of hospitalizations near the end of 2023, the CDC reported in new data.
LA County landlords have until Jan. 12 to apply for rent relief program
Qualifying landlords in Los Angeles County have until Friday of next week to apply for a $68.6 million rent relief program designed to help offset the economic impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic.
RSV, flu, COVID cases on the rise in Southern California
Southern California is seeing an uptick in COVID-19/flu and RSV cases, according to health officials.
How your workout could win you free Chipotle for a year
Chipotle and the popular fitness app Strava are teaming up to award six lucky workout winners with a year's worth of burrito bowls. Here's how to enter.