US drops number of vaccines it recommends for every child: What to know
The U.S. took the unprecedented step Monday of dropping the number of vaccines it recommends for every child. Here's what we know.
The U.S. took the unprecedented step Monday of dropping the number of vaccines it recommends for every child. Here's what we know.
These cities rank as the best for keeping New Year's resolutions in 2026, data shows
WalletHub ranked the best U.S. cities for keeping New Year’s resolutions in 2026, finding that location can play a major role in whether people stick to their goals.
WalletHub ranked the best U.S. cities for keeping New Year’s resolutions in 2026, finding that location can play a major role in whether people stick to their goals.
Viral New Year reset routine is helping people adopt healthier habits
A new trend has offline hobbies replacing phones amid the new year mindset, backed by the science behind changing and rewiring habits.
A new trend has offline hobbies replacing phones amid the new year mindset, backed by the science behind changing and rewiring habits.
Deadly 'superbug' is spreading across US as drug resistance grows, researchers warn
A dangerous, drug-resistant fungus known as Candida auris is spreading rapidly in U.S. hospitals and healthcare facilities worldwide.
A dangerous, drug-resistant fungus known as Candida auris is spreading rapidly in U.S. hospitals and healthcare facilities worldwide.
JP Shellnutt continues intense stroke recovery, credits friends for recovery
J.P. Shellnutt suffered a major stroke five years ago that left him partially paralyzed on his left side. He credits much of his recovery to faith and some famous friends.
J.P. Shellnutt suffered a major stroke five years ago that left him partially paralyzed on his left side. He credits much of his recovery to faith and some famous friends.
3 years after suffering cardiac arrest, Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin continues CPR awareness campaign
Three years ago, an NFL game between the Buffalo Bills and Cincinnati Bengals turned into a gut-retching moment when Bills safety Damar Hamlin suffered cardiac arrest and collapsed. Since then, Hamlin has made it his mission to increase awareness of CPR.
Three years ago, an NFL game between the Buffalo Bills and Cincinnati Bengals turned into a gut-retching moment when Bills safety Damar Hamlin suffered cardiac arrest and collapsed. Since then, Hamlin has made it his mission to increase awareness of CPR.
Tatiana Schlossberg, JFK's granddaughter, dies at 35 after battle with cancer
Tatiana Schlossberg was announced she was diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia in November.
Tatiana Schlossberg was announced she was diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia in November.
Alzheimer’s disease could be reversed by restoring brain balance, study suggests
The medication restored normal NAD+ levels and fully reversed cognitive function in advanced Alzheimer's models.
The medication restored normal NAD+ levels and fully reversed cognitive function in advanced Alzheimer's models.
Governor Abbott announces historic $1.4 billion investment for rural Texas hospitals
Texas is receiving a historic investment of $1.4 billion in federal funding over five years to help rural health care throughout the state, according to an announcement by Governor Greg Abbott.
Texas is receiving a historic investment of $1.4 billion in federal funding over five years to help rural health care throughout the state, according to an announcement by Governor Greg Abbott.
St. Joseph Medical Center introduces human milk-based fortifier for premature babies
St. Joseph Medical Center’s neonatal intensive care unit in Downtown Houston is caring for some of the region’s most fragile newborns. The hospital recently introduced a human milk-based fortifier for premature babies, a move leaders say is dramatically improving outcomes.
St. Joseph Medical Center’s neonatal intensive care unit in Downtown Houston is caring for some of the region’s most fragile newborns. The hospital recently introduced a human milk-based fortifier for premature babies, a move leaders say is dramatically improving outcomes.
Traditional plant extract shows anti-inflammatory potential in early research
A plant used in Brazilian medicine has scientific potential to help people with arthritis and other inflammatory conditions.
A plant used in Brazilian medicine has scientific potential to help people with arthritis and other inflammatory conditions.
5 popular hangover myths that don't work after holiday drinking, according to experts
'Hair of the dog,' greasy food and coffee don't address how the body processes alcohol, experts say.
'Hair of the dog,' greasy food and coffee don't address how the body processes alcohol, experts say.
5 fitness trends that went viral in 2025 — experts weigh hype vs results
From weighted vests to jiu-jitsu, here are some of the fitness trends that went viral in 2025 -- and if the hype is worth the results.
From weighted vests to jiu-jitsu, here are some of the fitness trends that went viral in 2025 -- and if the hype is worth the results.
Texas among states in salmonella outbreak linked to oysters
The CDC is recommending cooking oysters before eating them to reduce the risk of food poisoning.
The CDC is recommending cooking oysters before eating them to reduce the risk of food poisoning.
New 'aggressive' flu strain emerging as health threat: Where it's spreading the most
A highly contagious and aggressive flu strain is sweeping the nation this season.
A highly contagious and aggressive flu strain is sweeping the nation this season.
Popular painkiller offers little relief, raises serious health risks, study finds
A widely prescribed opioid painkiller showed limited effectiveness and increased risk of negative effects in a new analysis published in BMJ Evidence-Based Medicine.
A widely prescribed opioid painkiller showed limited effectiveness and increased risk of negative effects in a new analysis published in BMJ Evidence-Based Medicine.
Wegovy pill for weight loss approved by FDA; 1st of its kind
The pill will be 25 mg that should be taken once daily, according to Novo Nordisk.
The pill will be 25 mg that should be taken once daily, according to Novo Nordisk.
Barry Manilow reveals early lung cancer diagnosis, says no chemo needed
Legendary singer and songwriter Barry Manilow announced that he has been diagnosed with early-stage lung cancer and will undergo surgery after completing his current run of concerts.
Legendary singer and songwriter Barry Manilow announced that he has been diagnosed with early-stage lung cancer and will undergo surgery after completing his current run of concerts.
Misunderstood illness leaves millions exhausted, with most cases undiagnosed
Chronic fatigue syndrome is a misunderstood illness that affects 3.3 million people in the US, with one in four confined to bed at some point.
Chronic fatigue syndrome is a misunderstood illness that affects 3.3 million people in the US, with one in four confined to bed at some point.
Trump announces new deals with drugmakers to lower prices for Americans
Trump announced new agreements with major drugmakers to lower prescription costs and boost U.S. pharmaceutical investment.
Trump announced new agreements with major drugmakers to lower prescription costs and boost U.S. pharmaceutical investment.