Biden administration proposes new rules to push insurers to increase mental health coverage
The new regulations would require insurers to study whether customers have equal access to medical and mental health benefits and to take action if needed.
The new regulations would require insurers to study whether customers have equal access to medical and mental health benefits and to take action if needed.
Running could potentially reduce risk of Parkinson’s disease, study finds
Researchers in Italy have found that running, including on treadmills, can help produce a protein key to brain growth which can help prevent the neurological disorder.
Researchers in Italy have found that running, including on treadmills, can help produce a protein key to brain growth which can help prevent the neurological disorder.
Gene therapy eyedrops restore boy's sight. Similar therapies may help millions
The medical breakthrough highlights the significant advancements in gene therapy and its potential to change vision restoration treatments.
The medical breakthrough highlights the significant advancements in gene therapy and its potential to change vision restoration treatments.
Mental health breaks should be a priority during the work day, say experts
It may seem a surprise, but even a 5-minute break at work can be beneficial. Here's how.
It may seem a surprise, but even a 5-minute break at work can be beneficial. Here's how.
Espresso could lower your risk for Alzheimer’s disease, study finds
New research published Wednesday found that drinking a shot of espresso could lower a person’s risk for Alzheimer’s disease.
New research published Wednesday found that drinking a shot of espresso could lower a person’s risk for Alzheimer’s disease.
Study reveals weekend-only workouts can also boost heart health
Researchers learned that limiting exercise weekly could reduce your risk of a heart attack and other cardiovascular problems.
Researchers learned that limiting exercise weekly could reduce your risk of a heart attack and other cardiovascular problems.
In-N-Out Burger announces new mask policy for some employees
In-N-Out Burger has a new mask policy for workers in some states.
In-N-Out Burger has a new mask policy for workers in some states.
One-third of normal weight people could be obese, study says
A new study from researchers in Israel sheds light on the connection between a person's body mass index and obesity.
A new study from researchers in Israel sheds light on the connection between a person's body mass index and obesity.
Dozens of cats in Poland got bird flu amid global outbreak
Scientists worry that rising cases, particularly in animals that have frequent contact with humans, might lead to a mutated version that could spread easily between people, triggering another pandemic.
Scientists worry that rising cases, particularly in animals that have frequent contact with humans, might lead to a mutated version that could spread easily between people, triggering another pandemic.
Smoke Advisory extended in Riverside County due to fires
A Smoke Advisory has been extended in Riverside County due to wildfires burning across the region, the South Coast Air Quality Management District announced.
A Smoke Advisory has been extended in Riverside County due to wildfires burning across the region, the South Coast Air Quality Management District announced.
‘Sleep divorce’: Why are some couples spending their nights in separate beds?
More than a third of people are choosing to sleep apart from their partners, a new survey found. Would that help you sleep better or worse?
More than a third of people are choosing to sleep apart from their partners, a new survey found. Would that help you sleep better or worse?
HGTV star Ty Pennington intubated after ‘barely’ breathing
The HGTV star was rushed to the ICU after attending the ‘Barbie’ premiere.
The HGTV star was rushed to the ICU after attending the ‘Barbie’ premiere.
'Dr. Roxy,' plastic surgeon who livestreamed on TikTok, banned from practicing medicine in Ohio
At least one patient whose surgery was livestreamed suffered severe complications and needed intense medical care after "Dr. Roxy" operated on them.
At least one patient whose surgery was livestreamed suffered severe complications and needed intense medical care after "Dr. Roxy" operated on them.
Norovirus cases hit 10-year high as cruise travel surges this summer
The CDC is tracking the highest number of "stomach bug" cases in over a decade among cruise ships.
The CDC is tracking the highest number of "stomach bug" cases in over a decade among cruise ships.
Nationwide 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline now available in Spanish
Federal officials Thursday announced the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline now offers Spanish text and chat services across the country -- with a leading mental health care provider in California saying the move will increase access to "live-saving services."
Federal officials Thursday announced the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline now offers Spanish text and chat services across the country -- with a leading mental health care provider in California saying the move will increase access to "live-saving services."
Teen Line volunteer helps fellow youth struggling with mental health
This month marks the one-year anniversary of the launch of the 988 mental health hotline. Didi Hirsch Mental Health Services in Los Angeles has been at the forefront of that national program.
This month marks the one-year anniversary of the launch of the 988 mental health hotline. Didi Hirsch Mental Health Services in Los Angeles has been at the forefront of that national program.
Opill, first over-the-counter birth control pill, approved by FDA
Perrigo’s once-a-day Opill will be sold without a prescription and with no age restrictions on sales.
Perrigo’s once-a-day Opill will be sold without a prescription and with no age restrictions on sales.
Dangers of summer drinking
Drinking too much alcohol in the summer heat could set you up for some health problems.
Drinking too much alcohol in the summer heat could set you up for some health problems.
Cyclospora: What is it and where does it come from?
While it’s usually not deadly, contracting a Cyclospora infection can often lead to frequent and sometimes explosive bowel movements if left untreated.
While it’s usually not deadly, contracting a Cyclospora infection can often lead to frequent and sometimes explosive bowel movements if left untreated.
Study finds some pain medicines could soon be created from pine trees
Researchers in England have determined an alternative to making pain medications like ibuprofen from pine trees rather than crude oil.
Researchers in England have determined an alternative to making pain medications like ibuprofen from pine trees rather than crude oil.