Maternal mortality rate in U.S. declines, but racial disparities remain: CDC data
Following an increase in women dying during pregnancy or after childbirth earlier in the pandemic, mortality rates dropped significantly in 2022, according to a new CDC report.
Following an increase in women dying during pregnancy or after childbirth earlier in the pandemic, mortality rates dropped significantly in 2022, according to a new CDC report.
Walnuts sold in California linked to E. Coli outbreak
The Gibson Farms walnut pieces were distributed in Brentwood, Compton, Culver City and in San Diego County, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
The Gibson Farms walnut pieces were distributed in Brentwood, Compton, Culver City and in San Diego County, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Walnuts recalled amid E. coli outbreak in multiple states, CDC says
An E. coli outbreak connected to organic walnuts has prompted a warning from the CDC, as well as a recall. The walnuts were sold at retailers in at least 19 states.
An E. coli outbreak connected to organic walnuts has prompted a warning from the CDC, as well as a recall. The walnuts were sold at retailers in at least 19 states.
Kaiser Permanente says data breach may affect 13.4M customers
Kaiser Permanente said it is notifying members after a recent data breach potentially affected millions of accounts.
Kaiser Permanente said it is notifying members after a recent data breach potentially affected millions of accounts.
Norovirus: Nearly 200 sick in outbreaks on Princess, Royal Caribbean ships, CDC says
Norovirus outbreaks on Princess Cruises and Royal Caribbean ships in April left nearly 200 people sick, the CDC reported.
Norovirus outbreaks on Princess Cruises and Royal Caribbean ships in April left nearly 200 people sick, the CDC reported.
Here's when people think 'old age' begins, according to study
People think “old age" starts later than it used to, according to a new study published by the American Psychological Association.
People think “old age" starts later than it used to, according to a new study published by the American Psychological Association.
'Vampire facials' at unlicensed spa likely resulted in HIV infections: CDC
A "vampire facial" involves drawing blood from a person's arm, separating platelets and then applying it to the patient's face using microneedles.
A "vampire facial" involves drawing blood from a person's arm, separating platelets and then applying it to the patient's face using microneedles.
Bird flu in cows: 1 in 5 pasteurized milk samples had traces of virus, FDA says
One in five samples of pasteurized milk contained remnants of the bird flu virus that has infected dairy cows, the FDA said. Here’s what to know.
One in five samples of pasteurized milk contained remnants of the bird flu virus that has infected dairy cows, the FDA said. Here’s what to know.
New York to become 1st state with paid prenatal leave for pregnant women
New York is likely to become the first state in the U.S. to create paid prenatal leave for pregnant moms, Gov. Kathy Hochul said in a statement Monday.
New York is likely to become the first state in the U.S. to create paid prenatal leave for pregnant moms, Gov. Kathy Hochul said in a statement Monday.
New report ranks the most polluted places in the U.S.
The American Lung Association says 131.2 million people – that’s 39% of Americans – live in communities with failing grades for levels of pollution. Here's a map of the best and worst.
The American Lung Association says 131.2 million people – that’s 39% of Americans – live in communities with failing grades for levels of pollution. Here's a map of the best and worst.
Bird flu virus found in milk but FDA says it's safe to drink
Pasteurized milk is still safe to drink despite traces of bird flu particles found, according to the USDA, FDA and CDC.
Pasteurized milk is still safe to drink despite traces of bird flu particles found, according to the USDA, FDA and CDC.
Hospital urges snakebite victims to refrain from bringing in serpents
An Australian hospital urged snakebite victims to stop trying to catch the slithery culprits when seeking medical attention after one patient came in carrying a serpent in a loosely locked box.
An Australian hospital urged snakebite victims to stop trying to catch the slithery culprits when seeking medical attention after one patient came in carrying a serpent in a loosely locked box.
Céline Dion hopes for 'a miracle' to cure Stiff Person Syndrome
When Céline Dion announced in December 2022 that she had been diagnosed with Stiff Person Syndrome, she couldn't give fans much information other than noting her European tours were canceled.
When Céline Dion announced in December 2022 that she had been diagnosed with Stiff Person Syndrome, she couldn't give fans much information other than noting her European tours were canceled.
TikTok video from London dentist goes viral for revealing 3 surprising times you should not brush your teeth
A dentist has gone viral on TikTok after sharing the circumstances in which you should skip brushing your teeth — at least for awhile.
A dentist has gone viral on TikTok after sharing the circumstances in which you should skip brushing your teeth — at least for awhile.
Toddler milk may be harmful, AAP warns amid push for tighter product guidelines
Some health experts contend that toddler milk might not have the nutritional benefits that companies marketing the product may claim it has.
Some health experts contend that toddler milk might not have the nutritional benefits that companies marketing the product may claim it has.
Ground beef health alert: Products may be contaminated with E. coli, FSIS warns
Certain ground beef products may be contaminated with E. coli, the FSIS warned. Here’s what to know.
Certain ground beef products may be contaminated with E. coli, the FSIS warned. Here’s what to know.
Melatonin industry asked to tighten standards after spike in child ER visits
As melatonin’s popularity has increased in the U.S. – so have reports of its poisoning in children.
As melatonin’s popularity has increased in the U.S. – so have reports of its poisoning in children.
WNBA signs partnership with Opill
The WNBA’s partnership with Opill, the first over-the-counter birth control pill in the U.S., debuted this week at the draft.
The WNBA’s partnership with Opill, the first over-the-counter birth control pill in the U.S., debuted this week at the draft.
Having trouble sleeping? It could be for this surprising reason, experts say
Two sleep specialists are revealing essential ingredients for high-quality sleep.
Two sleep specialists are revealing essential ingredients for high-quality sleep.
Certain snacks, drinks could be banned in some states due to cancer-causing ingredients
Following California's ban on four dangerous chemicals in food, lawmakers in multiple states are considering the prohibition of specific food additives.
Following California's ban on four dangerous chemicals in food, lawmakers in multiple states are considering the prohibition of specific food additives.