HEALTH
'This is Eugenics': Exploitation and Discrimination in Egg Donation Exposed
Egg donation offers thousands of U.S. couples the opportunity to start a family, but the industry has a dark side.
West Nile Virus Maps Show Cases in US This Year
A total of 289 cases have been detected ki 2024 so far across 33 different states.
Dentist Reveals 4 Common Brushing Mistakes That May Be Damaging Your Teeth
Good oral hygiene is essential for overall health, but many of us are doing it wrong.
Sunscreen Warning Issued as Boomers Ignoring Risks
Common misconceptions, like not needing sunscreen on cloudy days or indoors, are leading to generational divide in sun protection.
US Spice Recall: Another Product Added to Health Alert Over Lead Fears
The FDA is advising consumers to "throw away and not to buy these ground cinnamon products."
Semaglutide: Weight Loss Drug May Reduce Risk of Death
Overweight and obese people with heart disease were less likely to die during a trial if taking semaglutide, a recent study found.
Scientists Reveal Cheeses With Untapped Health Benefits
Three strains of probiotic bacteria were found in traditional Brazilian cheeses, with potential benefits for health and taste.
Medical Bill Problems? Study Reveals 'Worthwhile' Step To Take
Many Americans receive medical bills that are incorrect or unaffordable, but a new study suggests that taking action works.
California Bird Flu Outbreaks Suspected in Three Cattle Herds
If the cases in California are confirmed, the state will become the 14th to join the ongoing outbreak.
UTIs: Rising Risk Blamed on Food Likely in Your Refrigerator
Urinary tract infections are on the rise, and they're becoming more resistant to treatment.
British Pubs Face Outdoor Smoking Ban—Nigel Farage Not Impressed
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage has lashed out against Keir Starmer's plans to implement a ban on smoking outside pubs and other venues.
100,000 People Kicked Off Medicaid in Kansas
KanCare, the state's Medicaid program, finished its first review in three years in May, leaving 114,000 Kansans without coverage.
Ozempic Has Overlooked Risk, Reveals Dietitian
Besides potential side effects, weight loss drugs come with indirect risks, too.
Eastern Equine Encephalitis: Virus Symptoms To Know As Map Reveals US Cases
Mosquito monitoring in Northeastern states indicates a higher-than-normal level of mosquitoes infected with the deadly virus.
Listeria Map Reveals Spreading Outbreak As Ninth Person Dies
Another person has died in the listeria outbreak linked to Boar's Head deli meats, the CDC said, and a map shows 18 affected states.
Food Poisoning: Salmonella Risk Increasing, Microbiologists Warn
Food poisoning is likely to affect more people in future, a new study suggests, as humidity breads dangerous microorganisms.
Sleep: Scientists Reveal 'Significant' Heart Benefit From Weekend Lie-Ins
A study suggests that sleeping in on the weekend could reduce the risk of heart disease incurred by weekday sleep deprivation.
Anti-Aging: Scientists Reveal Exercises That Help Detox Cells
Scientists say activation of our cellular cleanup crew can be observed after just 20 to 30 repetitions of this exercise.
Men's Health: Common Conditions May Signal Hidden Heart Problems
Men's health issues that are often ignored may indicate serious problems, such as heart disease or a higher risk of heart attack.
Massachusetts Mosquito Virus: Eastern Equine Encephalitis Explained
"There's no vaccine, and there's no treatment" for eastern equine encephalitis, an epidemiologist told Newsweek.
Fact Check: Was Alicia Silverstone in Danger After Eating Toxic Fruit?
A video of Clueless star Alicia Silverstone went viral last week when she appeared to eat a poisonous fruit on TikTok.
Teeth: Fruits That May Hold Secret to Better Mouthwash Revealed
A compound found in grapefruit and coconut may be effective against the bacteria that causes gum disease, scientists have found.
Mpox Update: WHO Says $87 Million 'Critical' for Containing Outbreak
The WHO has declared mpox to be a "public health emergency of international concern."
COVID Update: Map Shows Highest Rates Across US
While some states in the U.S. have seen declining numbers, others are still seeing cases of COVID rise.