Maternal mortality rate in U.S. declines, but racial disparities remain: CDC data
Following an increase in women dying during pregnancy or after childbirth earlier in the pandemic, mortality rates dropped significantly in 2022, according to a new CDC report.
Prince William gives rare Kate Middleton health update as princess battles cancer
Prince William provided a rare update on Princess Kate Middleton's battle with cancer during a visit to James’ Place Newcastle in England on Tuesday, noting that she has paused her public duties to focus on her treatment.
DeSantis: No more lab-grown meat in Florida
Gov. Ron DeSantis on Wednesday signed a controversial measure that will bar selling or manufacturing lab-grown meat in Florida and prevent local regulation of electric-vehicle charging stations.
Which states have the highest cigarette prices?
The cost of a pack of cigarettes adds up because of federal, state and local taxes that get added. Here is a look at which states tax the heaviest and the lowest.
Walnuts recalled amid E. coli outbreak in multiple states, CDC says
An E. coli outbreak connected to organic walnuts has prompted a warning from the CDC, as well as a recall. The walnuts were sold at retailers in at least 19 states.
New Florida abortion restrictions take effect Wednesday
Florida abortion providers and activists are girding for a law that will take effect Wednesday and prevent abortions after six weeks of pregnancy, severely limiting access to abortion for women in the state and across the Southeast.
Cancer trends: Common types & risk factors revealed
Almost 40% of Americans will receive a cancer diagnosis at some point in their lifetime — but certain types are more common than others, statistics show.
Walmart to close all health centers in Florida, US
Walmart announced Tuesday it would permanently shutter its 51 Walmart Health centers in the U.S., including 23 locations in Florida, and end its virtual care offering.
Mammogram screening to detect breast cancer should now start at 40, panel says
Breast cancer is the second-most common cause of cancer death for U.S. women.
USDA testing ground beef in states with bird flu outbreaks in dairy cows
The USDA is testing ground beef sold at retailers located in U.S. states with bird flu outbreaks in dairy cattle. But the agency said it’s “confident that the meat supply is safe.”
Kaiser Permanente says data breach may affect 13.4M customers
Kaiser Permanente said it is notifying members after a recent data breach potentially affected millions of accounts.
81% of millennials say they can't afford a midlife crisis
Are millennials a generation in crisis? A majority said that type of crisis is a luxury they can’t afford.
Norovirus: Nearly 200 sick in outbreaks on Princess, Royal Caribbean ships, CDC says
Norovirus outbreaks on Princess Cruises and Royal Caribbean ships in April left nearly 200 people sick, the CDC reported.
Here's when people think 'old age' begins, according to study
People think “old age" starts later than it used to, according to a new study published by the American Psychological Association.
Illinois community celebrates as 2nd-grader returns home cancer-free
In a heartwarming display of community support, residents of Chatham, Illinois, gathered to celebrate the return of second-grader Judah Collins, who has triumphed over cancer.
Dolphin in Florida found with deadly bird flu, researchers say
A dolphin was found with highly pathogenic avian influenza in Florida, a virus that's responsible for the deaths of birds across the world.
Bird flu in cows: 1 in 5 pasteurized milk samples had traces of virus, FDA says
One in five samples of pasteurized milk contained remnants of the bird flu virus that has infected dairy cows, the FDA said. Here’s what to know.
Christina Applegate had to wear diapers after contracting sapovirus from salad
During a podcast, the actress got candid about getting the virus and using adult diapers.
More parents are feeling lonely, burned out, new survey says
More than half of parents who participated in the survey said they felt isolated and lonely and burned out due to their responsibilities as a parent.
New report ranks the most polluted places in the U.S.
The American Lung Association says 131.2 million people – that’s 39% of Americans – live in communities with failing grades for levels of pollution. Here's a map of the best and worst.