Tampons can contain toxic metals like lead and arsenic, study finds
Researchers found various concentrations of 16 types of metals, including toxic metals lead and arsenic, across all tampons they tested in a new study. Here's what else they found.
Bay Area congressman John Garamendi diagnosed with cancer
Congressman John Garamendi on Monday announced that he is receiving treatment for a type of blood cancer.
Death Valley visitor dies from extreme heat, as temperature hits near world record
Heat exposure claimed the life of a visitor to Death Valley and sickened other members of the person’s group over the weekend, as temperatures soared to near record levels in the area.
Weekend marks busy travel day on U.S. roads, higher than pre-pandemic numbers
Sunday is expected to be a big travel day on U.S. roads. AAA predicts that the number of people traveling this Fourth of July holiday is even higher than pre-pandemic levels.
Human plague case confirmed in Colorado, health officials warn
A human case of the plague has been confirmed in Pueblo County, Colorado, about 100 miles south of Denver, with health officials urging precautions for both people and pets.
Former Congresswoman Jackie Speier has breast cancer
Former U.S. Rep. Jackie Speier (D-San Mateo) shared candid news that she has breast cancer in a series of messages on social media on Thursday.
‘Heartbreaking’ hoarding disorder rises as America ages, according to new Senate report
The new report details the effects caused by hoarding disorder, which affects as many as 14 million Americans.
FDA approves Eli Lilly's Alzheimer's drug that can modestly slow disease
Eli Lilly's Kisunla is the second treatment available in the U.S. that has been shown in trials to modestly slow a decline in memory.
What is ‘sober curious’? All about the growing shift on alcohol
The “sober curious” alcohol movement is becoming more mainstream. Here’s what it’s about and how it could impact your life.
Daily multivitamins might not help you live longer, study finds: 'No differences in mortality'
A study found those who took daily multivitamins did not have a lower risk of death from any cause than people who took no multivitamins.
Should social media come with a warning label?
The US Surgeon General has recommended a warning label for social media for kids physical and mental health and wellbeing. Pam Cook interviews Doctor Mike with the Fox Medical Team about what doctors think, and something everyone should consider doing.
More American soldiers are dying by suicide than combat
More U.S. soldiers are dying of suicide than any other reason, according to an analysis shared recently by health officials with the Department of Defense.
VIDEO: Young dancer wows crowd after Oakland's First Friday celebration
In the video that has now gone viral, Roman is placed on the hood of a car and shows off his skills to “Not Like Us," a recent hit from Kendrick Lamar. It's a truly Oakland sight: the Fox Theater marquee can be seen in the background.
Rare case of sexually-transmitted 'ringworm' found in California
A rare "ringworm" form of a sexually-transmitted infection (STI) was reported in California.
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.
Study suggests this free activity can reduce lower back pain
A new Australian study found that a simple walking and education program can significantly reduce the recurrence of lower back pain.
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.
Honeybees can detect lung cancer, researchers say
Researchers at Michigan State University have learned that honeybees can detect chemicals associated with lung cancer in human breath.
Shigella outbreak in South Bay homeless encampments
In Santa Clara County, public health officials are warning about an outbreak of gastrointestinal disease. They're seeing cases of shigella, which causes vomiting and diarrhea, in several homeless encampments. They're really hoping to stop the spread.