Climate change may put pregnant women at risk of early delivery, study says
A study found that hotter temperatures could put pregnant women at risk of giving birth earlier than expected, sometimes as early as two weeks.
A study found that hotter temperatures could put pregnant women at risk of giving birth earlier than expected, sometimes as early as two weeks.
Flesh-eating bacteria linked to black tar heroin kills 7 in San Diego
SAN DIEGO (AP) — A flesh-eating bacteria linked to the use of black tar heroin has killed at least seven people over the past two months in San Diego County, authorities said.
SAN DIEGO (AP) — A flesh-eating bacteria linked to the use of black tar heroin has killed at least seven people over the past two months in San Diego County, authorities said.
Lesbian couple 1st to carry baby in both of their wombs through ‘shared motherhood’ treatment
A British lesbian couple has become the first in the world to carry a baby in both their wombs.
A British lesbian couple has become the first in the world to carry a baby in both their wombs.
Men who regularly smoke pot may have increased risk of testicular cancer, study suggests
Researchers in the study found that regular marijuana use was linked to a higher risk of testicular cancer, although the strength of the evidence was low.
Researchers in the study found that regular marijuana use was linked to a higher risk of testicular cancer, although the strength of the evidence was low.
Avoiding dry skin this winter
With the season comes cooler temperatures. That can mean drier skin. We have tips for avoiding dry, flaky skin.
With the season comes cooler temperatures. That can mean drier skin. We have tips for avoiding dry, flaky skin.
New study links hair dye to breast cancer
The study, funded by the National Institute of Environmental Health and Sciences and the National Institutes of Health, used data collected from over 46,000 women during an eight-year period. All these women have a sister with breast cancer but they were not diagnosed with breast cancer themselves.
The study, funded by the National Institute of Environmental Health and Sciences and the National Institutes of Health, used data collected from over 46,000 women during an eight-year period. All these women have a sister with breast cancer but they were not diagnosed with breast cancer themselves.
Study links hair dye and chemical straighteners to cancer
A recent study links the rise of one type of the disease with specific hair treatments.
A recent study links the rise of one type of the disease with specific hair treatments.
Essential oils often used in diffusing devices can be harmful to cats and dogs
Essential oils and diffusing devices are popular holiday gifts, but many people don't realize the harm that they can cause to cats and dogs in the home.
Essential oils and diffusing devices are popular holiday gifts, but many people don't realize the harm that they can cause to cats and dogs in the home.
Anal cancer is on the rise, and HPV could be to blame
UT Health researched why anal cancer rates have doubled in 15 years and found that HPV is behind 9 in 10 cases.
UT Health researched why anal cancer rates have doubled in 15 years and found that HPV is behind 9 in 10 cases.
Permanent hair dye, straighteners may increase breast cancer risk, NIH study suggests
Women who use permanent hair dye and chemical hair straighteners could have a higher risk of developing breast cancer, scientists at the National Institutes of Health found in a study published Wednesday.
Women who use permanent hair dye and chemical hair straighteners could have a higher risk of developing breast cancer, scientists at the National Institutes of Health found in a study published Wednesday.
‘I have abused my lungs’: Willie Nelson says he quit smoking pot for health reasons
Country music star and marijuana lover Willie Nelson said he has stopped smoking to take better care of himself.
Country music star and marijuana lover Willie Nelson said he has stopped smoking to take better care of himself.
Man’s #CleanChallenge post shows dramatic transformation from addict to proud, healthy dad
Jason Wickline says he had to lose everything before finally deciding to beat his addiction and committing fully to recovery, and his story went viral after he shared images of his transformation on social media.
Jason Wickline says he had to lose everything before finally deciding to beat his addiction and committing fully to recovery, and his story went viral after he shared images of his transformation on social media.
Concussions may increase suicide risk in high school athletes, study finds
A history of sports-related concussions may increase high school athletes' risk of suicide, according to new research out of the University of Texas School of Public Health.
A history of sports-related concussions may increase high school athletes' risk of suicide, according to new research out of the University of Texas School of Public Health.
EXPOSING HATE: How hate crimes cause trauma
Guests Ashton P. Woods of Black Lives Matter and Concierge Therapist Sabastian Moore discuss hate crimes, racism and how it impacts mental health. Hate crimes are up by 17 percent since 2017.
Guests Ashton P. Woods of Black Lives Matter and Concierge Therapist Sabastian Moore discuss hate crimes, racism and how it impacts mental health. Hate crimes are up by 17 percent since 2017.
EXPOSING HATE: How hate crimes cause trauma
Guests Ashton P. Woods of Black Lives Matter and Concierge Therapist Sabastian Moore discuss hate crimes, racism and how it impacts mental health. Hate crimes are up by 17 percent since 2017.
Guests Ashton P. Woods of Black Lives Matter and Concierge Therapist Sabastian Moore discuss hate crimes, racism and how it impacts mental health. Hate crimes are up by 17 percent since 2017.
Free, long-term shelter for cancer families
'A Shelter for Cancer Families has a new property near the Texas Medical Center that is a free, home-away-from-home for cancer patients and their families. It's not just a home it's also a support system.
'A Shelter for Cancer Families has a new property near the Texas Medical Center that is a free, home-away-from-home for cancer patients and their families. It's not just a home it's also a support system.
Boy, 9, runs 120 miles and raises more than $65K for children with cancer
Matteo Lambert has ran 120 miles in 35 races across the U.S. and Canada and raised $65,500 for children with cancer.
Matteo Lambert has ran 120 miles in 35 races across the U.S. and Canada and raised $65,500 for children with cancer.
Potentially deadly bacteria such as E.coli found in 9 out of 10 make-up bags
A warning for make-up lovers.
A warning for make-up lovers.
U.S. birth rate falls again, hitting lowest levels in decades
Report shows U.S. birth rates fell for the fourth straight year, to lowest in decades.
Report shows U.S. birth rates fell for the fourth straight year, to lowest in decades.
President Jimmy Carter admitted to a south Georgia hospital
Former U.S. President Jimmy Carter admitted to a south Georgia hospital for treatment of a urinary tract infection.
Former U.S. President Jimmy Carter admitted to a south Georgia hospital for treatment of a urinary tract infection.