Study finds higher levels of everyday chemicals in baby teeth of kids with autism
A pilot study from The University of Texas at San Antonio Health Science Center found higher levels of several potentially harmful chemicals in the primary teeth of children with autism compared with children without autism.
A pilot study from The University of Texas at San Antonio Health Science Center found higher levels of several potentially harmful chemicals in the primary teeth of children with autism compared with children without autism.
What we know - and don't know - about rare pneumonic plague death of employee at Russian research institute
A possible case of pneumonic plague in Russia presents a "very low" risk outside the country, according to the World Health Organization (WHO), as investigators look into what caused the death from pneumonia of a lab employee there last week.
A possible case of pneumonic plague in Russia presents a "very low" risk outside the country, according to the World Health Organization (WHO), as investigators look into what caused the death from pneumonia of a lab employee there last week.
Pennsylvania measles outbreak passes 1,000 cases in worst year for US since 1991
A measles outbreak in Pennsylvania has become the largest one experienced by a state in more than three decades as the number of reported cases crosses into four-digit territory.
A measles outbreak in Pennsylvania has become the largest one experienced by a state in more than three decades as the number of reported cases crosses into four-digit territory.
New study reveals surprising factor behind 1 in 8 worldwide cancer cases
A new study has identified a surprising factor behind a significant share of cancer cases worldwide.
A new study has identified a surprising factor behind a significant share of cancer cases worldwide.
7 everyday mistakes could be quietly damaging your vision, eye doctor warns
An NYU ophthalmologist reveals these routine mistakes may silently accelerate aging in the eyes and impact vision.
An NYU ophthalmologist reveals these routine mistakes may silently accelerate aging in the eyes and impact vision.
Subtle change in how you speak could be early sign of dementia risk, new research suggests
A recent study is linking voice disorders to an increased chance of developing cognitive impairment.
A recent study is linking voice disorders to an increased chance of developing cognitive impairment.
US monitoring suspected fatal pneumonic plague case in Russia, State Department official says
The State Department is monitoring reports of a suspected fatal pneumonic plague case in Russia and is urging Moscow to share accurate information quickly as details remain unconfirmed.
The State Department is monitoring reports of a suspected fatal pneumonic plague case in Russia and is urging Moscow to share accurate information quickly as details remain unconfirmed.
What are these mushrooms appearing on your lawn?
Little white mushrooms appear every year on lawns across the country. They may look harmless, but you should think twice before touching them.
Little white mushrooms appear every year on lawns across the country. They may look harmless, but you should think twice before touching them.
Silent heart threat found in adults under 30 with no known cardiovascular disease
A buildup of artery-clogging plaque may begin much earlier than many people realize, new research has found.
A buildup of artery-clogging plaque may begin much earlier than many people realize, new research has found.
FDA cyclospora investigation: Parasite detected at Mexican farm linked to massive lettuce outbreak
FDA inspectors found cyclospora at a Mexican farm linked to a U.S. outbreak that sickened nearly 13,000 people, though the contamination source remains unclear.
FDA inspectors found cyclospora at a Mexican farm linked to a U.S. outbreak that sickened nearly 13,000 people, though the contamination source remains unclear.
Milwaukee baby sickened after formula swapped with flour at gas station
A Milwaukee mother said baby formula bought at a gas station was replaced with cooking flour. Her 3-month-old baby ingested the substance and suffered constipation before recovering.
A Milwaukee mother said baby formula bought at a gas station was replaced with cooking flour. Her 3-month-old baby ingested the substance and suffered constipation before recovering.
Infections linked to 2.3 million global cancer cases in 2024, study finds
A new analysis by the International Agency for Research on Cancer found that infections were linked to approximately 2.3 million cancer cases worldwide in 2024.
A new analysis by the International Agency for Research on Cancer found that infections were linked to approximately 2.3 million cancer cases worldwide in 2024.
Ohio cancer patient sues hospital after surgeon allegedly amputated wrong leg
An Ohio woman is suing after her surgeon allegedly amputated the wrong leg when she underwent a below-the-knee amputation that the lawsuit says was required because of cancer in her right leg.
An Ohio woman is suing after her surgeon allegedly amputated the wrong leg when she underwent a below-the-knee amputation that the lawsuit says was required because of cancer in her right leg.
2 men charged in alleged counterfeit Ozempic smuggling scheme, DOJ says
Two Indian nationals were charged with allegedly smuggling and selling counterfeit Ozempic in the United States, potentially facing up to 71 years in prison if convicted.
Two Indian nationals were charged with allegedly smuggling and selling counterfeit Ozempic in the United States, potentially facing up to 71 years in prison if convicted.
The surprising link between allergies and suicide risk explained
Could high pollen mean more than sneezing? A study found suicide deaths rose during peak pollen periods, raising new questions about allergies and mental health.
Could high pollen mean more than sneezing? A study found suicide deaths rose during peak pollen periods, raising new questions about allergies and mental health.
Boy, 11, recovering after going into cardiac arrest during football game: report
A youth football player remains hospitalized and is recovering after suffering a cardiac arrest after a hit to the chest during a game over the weekend.
A youth football player remains hospitalized and is recovering after suffering a cardiac arrest after a hit to the chest during a game over the weekend.
VA releases annual veteran suicide prevention report, prevention remains top clinical priority
Suicide prevention continues to be the Department of Veterans Affairs' top clinical priority and the 2026 National Veteran Suicide Prevention Annual Report shows a decline in suicide rates among veterans enrolled in VA healthcare, but an increase in veterans who are not enrolled in VA healthcare.
Suicide prevention continues to be the Department of Veterans Affairs' top clinical priority and the 2026 National Veteran Suicide Prevention Annual Report shows a decline in suicide rates among veterans enrolled in VA healthcare, but an increase in veterans who are not enrolled in VA healthcare.
‘Flesh-Eating’ bacteria cases reported across U.S. as Florida records another death
A deadly bacteria found in warm coastal waters is raising concerns in Florida and other states. Here's what to know.
A deadly bacteria found in warm coastal waters is raising concerns in Florida and other states. Here's what to know.
DOJ pleads with Supreme Court to save ban on transgender treatments in federal prisons
The Justice Department on Monday asked the U.S. Supreme Court to allow a Bureau of Prisons (BOP) policy banning payment for hormone treatments and social accommodations for transgender inmates.
The Justice Department on Monday asked the U.S. Supreme Court to allow a Bureau of Prisons (BOP) policy banning payment for hormone treatments and social accommodations for transgender inmates.
ASU hockey players demand discipline for coach after workout left teammate in coma
Seven Arizona State University hockey players allege the team’s head coach Greg Powers downplayed Matthew Mayich's collapse during a workout as the sophomore remains in a coma.
Seven Arizona State University hockey players allege the team’s head coach Greg Powers downplayed Matthew Mayich's collapse during a workout as the sophomore remains in a coma.