Dry cleaning chemical linked to risk of Parkinson’s disease, study says
Researchers in a new study say the chemical pollutes air and can enter homes, schools, and workplaces undetected, and exposure to it could increase your risk of Parkinson's.
Best music for falling asleep? Both lullabies and BTS, study suggests
A study suggests that there is no “one-size-fits-all" when it comes to sleep music. Some even opt for popular songs like BTS' “Dynamite" and “lovely" by Billie Eilish and Khalid.
Michael J. Fox says he doesn’t feel sorry for himself because of Parkinson’s disease: 'No regrets'
At the SXSW festival, the 'Back to the Future' actor showcased his documentary, "Still: A Michael J. Fox Movie."
Produce pesticides: Report details the cleanest and dirtiest fruits, vegetables
Some of the fruit and vegetable testing showed traces of pesticides long since banned by the EPA, according to the report. Here’s what ranked as the "cleanest."
7 Florida cities among the top 'allergy capitals' of US in 2023
If you are a Floridian who suffers from allergies, you might want to have your allergy medication on hand in these cities.
Here are the top 20 'allergy capitals' of America in 2023
Climate change is bringing about longer and more intense allergy seasons. Here's what's ranked as the most challenging allergy city in the U.S.
Reusable water bottles hold 40,000 times more bacteria than toilet seat, study finds
Reusable bottles can hold twice as many germs as the kitchen sink, four times the amount of bacteria as a computer mouse and 14 times more than a pet bowl.
Man dies at Arches National Park after getting medical attention
Park rangers said despite their best efforts, the man was pronounced dead at the scene.
EPA to limit toxic ‘forever chemicals’ in drinking water
The EPA proposed limiting the amount of harmful “forever chemicals" in drinking water to the lowest level that tests can detect, a long-awaited protection the agency said will save thousands of lives and prevent serious illnesses, including cancer.
AdventHealth Orlando: Do men and women have different heart symptoms?
AdventHealth Orlando's Dr. Rajesh Shah discusses heart health among women. Are there different symptoms for men and women? How can you lower your risk?
Johns Hopkins shuts down COVID-19 data tracking hub after 3 years
The site pulled in a staggering 2.5 billion views over its lifetime, becoming a global go-to for monitoring the public health catastrophe.
Prostate cancer treatment can wait for most men, study finds
Men diagnosed with localized prostate cancer shouldn't panic or rush treatment decisions unless they're high risk or have more advanced disease, the study says.
Allergy season is starting earlier, lasting longer and getting worse, study says
A new study from Climate Central found that plants are leafing and blooming earlier, and the overall growing season is lasting longer across much of the U.S.
Pfizer's fast-acting migraine nasal spray approved by FDA
The nasal spray is designed for quick relief of migraine headaches for those who can’t take pills or injections.
Understanding Spring Seasonal Allergies, prevention, treatments
It's allergy season and if it seems like everyone's getting sick, you know why. MinuteClinic practitioner Erin Vierus shares how to know the difference between allergies and other sicknesses as well as how to prevent and treat them.
11-year-old twins take over wheel after mom has seizure while driving
“While she was having the seizure, I thought to myself, ‘Let’s not injure all the people on the road, in the cars, and let’s try to keep everybody safe.’ So, I decided to grab the wheel and turn into a safer place,” 11-year-old Jermel Thompson shared.
Here are the worst spring allergens that will make you cough, sneeze and rub your watery eyes
Spring isn't the only time for allergies to annoy you. Many people who suffer from seasonal allergies feel fine in the spring but can be affected during the summer, fall and winter. And for some, it's a year-round annoyance.
People use emojis to mask their negative feelings, study suggests
The research team found that negative emojis were generally only used when the negative feelings were very strong.
More colon cancer seen among young people
Colon cancer is the third leading cause of cancer deaths in the United States and new data shows younger people are being diagnosed with this form of cancer than in previous years. Doctors recommend you understand your family's history with colon cancer to determine whether you should get screened before the age of 45. In most cases, if colon cancer is caught early enough, there is a 91% survival rate.
Child displays puzzling symptoms after family dinner from the grill
Emergency room doctors see practically everything when it comes to bizarre or unusual injuries. But a recent case baffled doctors and will serve as a warning to everyone who likes to grill.