Researchers find high levels of PFAS chemicals in rainwater in parts of US
Researchers at the National Atmospheric Deposition Program, say they have have found high levels of toxic chemicals known as PFAS in rainwater, in some parts of the U.S.
Researchers at the National Atmospheric Deposition Program, say they have have found high levels of toxic chemicals known as PFAS in rainwater, in some parts of the U.S.
Growing up with a pet dog may lower risk of schizophrenia later in life, study suggests
Growing up with a pet dog may have protective benefits against developing schizophrenia later in life, yet another reason to call Fido "man's best friend."
Growing up with a pet dog may have protective benefits against developing schizophrenia later in life, yet another reason to call Fido "man's best friend."
Eating seaweed could prevent colon cancer, inflammation of digestive tract, study suggests
Eating seaweed that grows near the Florida Keys could protect against colon cancer and inflammatory diseases of the digestive tract, according to research from the University of Florida College of Pharmacy.
Eating seaweed that grows near the Florida Keys could protect against colon cancer and inflammatory diseases of the digestive tract, according to research from the University of Florida College of Pharmacy.
Emotional moment: Freeport police chief surprised with message recorded by Abigail Arias
In Dec. 2018, Freeport Police Chief Raymond Garivey met 7-year-old Abigail Arias, and she revealed to him that she wanted to be a police officer when she grew up. He wasted no time, and made sure the little girl got her wish.
In Dec. 2018, Freeport Police Chief Raymond Garivey met 7-year-old Abigail Arias, and she revealed to him that she wanted to be a police officer when she grew up. He wasted no time, and made sure the little girl got her wish.
Ways to cope with 'holiday blues' this season
Signs you may be experiencing the "holiday blues" include fatigue, losing interest in activities you normally enjoy, trouble making decisions or concentrating, withdrawing from friends and family, anger, irritability, and sadness.
Signs you may be experiencing the "holiday blues" include fatigue, losing interest in activities you normally enjoy, trouble making decisions or concentrating, withdrawing from friends and family, anger, irritability, and sadness.
Christmas weight gain could be prevented by drinking coffee, study reveals
Researchers believe that if people drink four cups of coffee a day, it could help prevent weight gain.
Researchers believe that if people drink four cups of coffee a day, it could help prevent weight gain.
Santa makes surprise visits to two young boys who were denied meeting him over their service dogs
Police and fire departments in Indiana and Massachusetts recruited St. Nick on Monday to visit two young boys who were denied visits with some of his doppelgangers over the weekend because of their service dogs.
Police and fire departments in Indiana and Massachusetts recruited St. Nick on Monday to visit two young boys who were denied visits with some of his doppelgangers over the weekend because of their service dogs.
Christmas music can negatively impact your mental health, psychologist suggests
One psychologist suggests that Christmas music can have a negative impact on your mental health.
One psychologist suggests that Christmas music can have a negative impact on your mental health.
Rejuvenation Station at Houston Methodist Hospital
Emergency rooms can be stressful, not just for patients, but also for caretakers. Houston Methodist Hospital recognizes that and is making sure their employees get a peaceful break to help strengthen their mental health. They're doing this through a Rejuvenation Station in their E.R. in the Texas Medical Center.
Emergency rooms can be stressful, not just for patients, but also for caretakers. Houston Methodist Hospital recognizes that and is making sure their employees get a peaceful break to help strengthen their mental health. They're doing this through a Rejuvenation Station in their E.R. in the Texas Medical Center.
Girl, 6, celebrates cancer-free Christmas after 2-year leukemia battle
After 28 months of grueling treatment, Mia was able to ring the “end of treatment bell” at Addenbrooke’s Hospital in Cambridge last Tuesday.
After 28 months of grueling treatment, Mia was able to ring the “end of treatment bell” at Addenbrooke’s Hospital in Cambridge last Tuesday.
Measles cases popping up in airports causing concern
Five US airports have confirmed having travelers with the measles pass through this month. Health officials are now urging folks who may have been exposed to the highly infectious disease, to be on the lookout for any symptoms.
Five US airports have confirmed having travelers with the measles pass through this month. Health officials are now urging folks who may have been exposed to the highly infectious disease, to be on the lookout for any symptoms.
Cases of measles popping up in airports causing concern
Five U.S. airports and health officials are urging people that have passed through to be on the lookout for measles symptoms.
Five U.S. airports and health officials are urging people that have passed through to be on the lookout for measles symptoms.
Some U.S. airports confirm having travelers with measles pass through
Those traveling for the holidays should be wary. Officials in Chicago, Richmond, Denver, Los Angeles, and Austin are now urging those who were at those airports earlier this month and potentially exposed to keep ab eye out for any symptoms of measles.
Those traveling for the holidays should be wary. Officials in Chicago, Richmond, Denver, Los Angeles, and Austin are now urging those who were at those airports earlier this month and potentially exposed to keep ab eye out for any symptoms of measles.
Going to museums, art galleries, concerts may help you live longer, study suggests
Going to museums, art galleries, concerts and the theater may have protective benefits for your health and ultimately help you live longer, according to new research published in the journal BMJ Wednesday.
Going to museums, art galleries, concerts and the theater may have protective benefits for your health and ultimately help you live longer, according to new research published in the journal BMJ Wednesday.
Baby boy suffers first flu-related infant death in Harris County this flu season
There have been 19 pediatric flu-related deaths across the country during this current flu season, according to the CDC.
There have been 19 pediatric flu-related deaths across the country during this current flu season, according to the CDC.
Georgia NICU babies get dressed up in adorable holiday photoshoot
To give the hospital's tiniest patients and their families some holiday cheer, the nurses of the Atlanta NICU decided to help them celebrate.
To give the hospital's tiniest patients and their families some holiday cheer, the nurses of the Atlanta NICU decided to help them celebrate.
First case of measles in Travis County since 1999, Austin Public Health confirms
The first case of Measles in Travis County since 1999 has been confirmed, according to Austin Public Health.
The first case of Measles in Travis County since 1999 has been confirmed, according to Austin Public Health.
Colorado teen, 18, severely brain-damaged after breast implant surgery gone wrong, family says
A Colorado teenager suffered cardiac arrest during a breast implant procedure in August and is now severely brain-damaged, according to her family, who filed a lawsuit against her plastic surgeon and nurse last week.
A Colorado teenager suffered cardiac arrest during a breast implant procedure in August and is now severely brain-damaged, according to her family, who filed a lawsuit against her plastic surgeon and nurse last week.
Eagle Rock church to eliminate $5.3 million in medical debt for SoCal families
An Eagle Rock church is giving an impressive gift to thousands of low-income SoCal families this Christmas.
An Eagle Rock church is giving an impressive gift to thousands of low-income SoCal families this Christmas.
What are the risks of 5G technology?
5G is the new technology that will make your cell phone and WiFi 100 times faster than the current 4G technology. There are some who have concerns about it because of the cell towers required and what unknown impact it will have on our health. Opponents say 5G generates radiofrequency radiation that can damage your DNA and lead to cancer. Third Ward residents are concerned about the cell towers that could go up within 35 feet of their homes, when the city's limit has been 150 feet.
5G is the new technology that will make your cell phone and WiFi 100 times faster than the current 4G technology. There are some who have concerns about it because of the cell towers required and what unknown impact it will have on our health. Opponents say 5G generates radiofrequency radiation that can damage your DNA and lead to cancer. Third Ward residents are concerned about the cell towers that could go up within 35 feet of their homes, when the city's limit has been 150 feet.