Free at-home COVID-19 test program will restart late September
The U.S. Health and Human Services agency announced the free at-home COVID-19 test program will restart in late September but have not set an exact date.
FDA approves updated COVID-19 vaccines: Here’s what to know
Updated COVID-19 vaccines are on their way, the FDA announced Thursday.
Nearly 60% of baby food sold in popular US grocery stores is unhealthy, WHO study says
Researchers looked at hundreds of baby food products at popular grocery store chains in the United States.
Fluoride in drinking water is linked with lower IQs in kids, federal report says
A U.S. government report expected to stir debate concluded that fluoride in drinking water at twice the recommended limit is linked with lower IQ in children.
IVF and IUI: What's the difference?
After coming under fire from conservatives, Tim Walz and his wife are clarifying which type of fertility treatment they used. Here's the difference between IVF and IUI.
Fluoride at twice the recommended limit is linked to lower IQ in kids, US government report says
The 324-page report, based on previous published studies, marks the first time a federal agency determined that there is a connection between higher levels of fluoride exposure and lower IQ in kids.
The cost of IVF in 2024
Here’s a look at how much it costs to get pregnant through IVF in 2024.
How does US life expectancy stack up? New study reveals surprising insights
A new study published in the BMJ Journal, led by Penn State researchers, revealed how the U.S. life expectancy compares to other nations.
Majority of Americans believe marijuana is less harmful than other substances, Gallup poll says
Gallup released a new poll that shows a majority of people think marijuana causes less harm than substances like alcohol, cigarettes, and chewing tobacco.
Is drinking alcohol really that bad for your health?
Fox Medical Team's Dr. Mike Cirigliano says that old beliefs about alcohol being good for you have been debunked.
Work-related stress may cause irregular heartbeat, study finds
Atrial fibrillation, also known as AFib, can lead to stroke, heart failure or other cardiovascular complications.
Crowd of sea lions forces closure of Monterey beach
A large group of sea lions forced the closure of San Carlos Beach on Monday.
Danielle Fishel, 'Boy Meets World' star, reveals breast cancer diagnosis
Danielle Fishel, the beloved lead of the popular ‘90s sitcom “Boy Meets World,” revealed a shocking health update on their latest podcast episode.
Tiny homes may house jail diversion program for mentally ill in Santa Clara County
Controversy is brewing over some tiny homes near Monterey and Bernal in San Jose. The existing tenants may soon be moved out, to make way for a jail diversion program for the mentally ill.
Mysterious bug bites could be from mites feeding on cicada eggs
With so many cicada eggs available for food, the more mites there are to feast, disperse and then land on humans to bite.
What is Parvovirus B19? CDC warns 'slapped cheek' disease on the rise
The respiratory virus is associated with symptoms, including fever, rashes, and joint pain.
Family identifies man found unresponsive in Richmond
UPDATE: The patient was identified by family in Bakersfield who had been searching for him since July 19. They filed a missing person report on July 29.
List: Medicare deal will lower the prices of these drugs
Ten popular prescription drugs will soon become cheaper for Medicare recipients. The full list was released Thursday morning and it includes drugs to treat diabetes, blood clots, and other conditions.
What is mpox? WHO declares global emergency amid outbreak in Africa
On Wednesday, the World Health Organization declared a global emergency amid a deadly outbreak of mpox (also known as monkeypox) in Africa.
Which color of apple is 'better' for you and why: red, green or yellow?
Nutritionists weigh in on apple color, plus whether an apple a day really does keep the doctor away.