Merck-Moderna vaccine with Keytruda cuts risk of skin cancer relapse or death by half, data shows

Moderna on Thursday announced that an experimental cancer vaccine it is developing with Merck — when combined with the latter’s Keytruda immunotherapy — has been proven in a clinical trial to cut the risk of recurrence or death from the "most serious form of skin cancer" by half after three years. 

Scientists pinpoint cause of morning sickness in pregnancy and potential way to prevent it

The new study, published in the journal Nature, shows why some women like Kate Middleton and Amy Schumer became so sick during pregnancy that they needed to be admitted to the hospital.

Oprah Winfrey admits to using weight loss medication: 'It felt like redemption'

After previously refusing to confirm whether she'd been taking medication to aid in her new slimmed-down figure, Winfrey is now admitting that she uses it "as a tool" among other practices.

SoCal mom awaits heart transplant
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A Southern California mom of two wants to spread awareness about heart failure and inspire you to keep living, even after the worst of times.

Black Americans anticipate dealing with racism during a doctor’s visit, survey finds

A recent survey shows that nearly half of people of color who received health care services in the past three years said they had negative experiences with a health care provider.

Widow of deputy who took own life sues LA County Sheriff's Department

The widow of a LA County deputy who took his own life is taking Los Angeles County to court, accusing LASD of forcing its employees to work overtime -- which may have contributed to the deputy's depression and eventual death.

Widow of deputy who took own life sues LASD
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The widow of a LA County deputy who took his own life is taking Los Angeles County to court, accusing LASD of forcing its employees to work overtime -- which may have contributed to the deputy's depression and eventual death.

California's new mental health court sees over 100 petitions in 2 months

An alternative mental health court to compel treatment for people with severe mental illness has received more than 100 petitions since launching in seven California counties in October.

National Runaway Prevention Month highlights growing need for support

As November unfolds, National Runaway Prevention Month aims to shed light on the challenges faced by youth experiencing homelessness and other adversities. With over 4.2 million young people aged 13-25 facing homelessness annually in the United States, efforts to address this issue have become increasingly crucial.

Colorado poised to ban 'fatphobia' in workplace, housing

The law aims to prevent landlords from discriminating against renters due to weight limits and to implement workplace accommodations for overweight Americans.