Body Roundness Index may be better health indicator than BMI, study says
The Body Roundness Index, or BRI, calculates body fat levels using height and waist circumference instead of height and weight.
Castor oil for weight loss? Experts weigh in on benefits, risks
'The first thing that comes to mind is diarrhea,' said one obesity doctor about certain uses of castor oil.
FDA OKs first menthol e-cigarettes, citing potential to help adult smokers
The Food and Drug Administration on Friday authorized the first menthol-flavored electronic cigarettes for adult smokers, the government's strongest indication yet that vaping flavors can reduce the harms of traditional tobacco smoking.
Fake Wegovy and Ozempic warnings: What to know
WHO and Eli Lilly has warned consumers to be cautious of counterfeit versions of popular weight-loss and diabetes drugs like Wegovy, Ozempic being sold online.
Social media post appears to show 12-year-old with cancer being bullied
The video that has been posted online showed Devarjaye Daniel, who is known for being an honorary peace officer at 800 agencies, being bullied in a gas station parking lot.
Should the US forgive medical debt? Americans sound off in recent poll
Medical debt relief is a higher priority for Americans than student loan forgiveness, a poll revealed.
US surgeon general calls for tobacco-style warning label on social media platforms
Warning labels on social media platforms reminding users of its associated mental health harms for adolescents should be required, the U.S. surgeon general said.
FDA warns some oysters, clams could be contaminated with paralytic shellfish toxins
The tainted seafood was harvested in parts of the Pacific Northwest. Eating these items can cause paralytic shellfish poisoning resulting in symptoms including nausea, shortness of breath, and respiratory paralysis.
Infant's double-lung transplant successful at Texas Children's Hospital
In a heartwarming update to a story FOX 26 shared exclusively in March, Kylie Overfield, a seven-month-old baby from Virginia, has undergone a successful double-lung transplant at Texas Children's Hospital.
Boy, 7, becomes honorary sergeant in Illinois Army National Guard for his courage against cancer
Seven-year-old Jamir has had an especially hard yard in his fight against leukemia, and got some special encouragement this weekend from unexpected strangers.
Oprah recovering from stomach virus, dehydration after cancelling TV appearance
Oprah Winfrey is recovering from a stomach virus and dehydration after canceling a television appearance to promote her next book club selection.
Bird Flu detected in Houston area wastewater, public risk low
The bird flu has been detected in wastewater samples taken in the Greater Houston area from March 1 to May 13, according to The Texas Epidemic Public Health Institute.