Drinking more water may have several health benefits, study finds
Researchers found that increased water intake may help with a variety of conditions from obesity to migraines.
Saying 'thanks' can improve your health – and may even lengthen your life
Practicing gratitude is known to have a significant impact on our brains, bodies and overall well-being – and a new study found it may even help lengthen lives.
California resident dies from rabies after bitten by infected bat
A California man has died after being bitten by a suspected rabid bat, state health officials said.
Wendy Williams ‘incapacitated’: What we know about her health
Wendy Williams is ‘permanently incapacitated,’ reportedly according to a recent court filing by her guardian. Here’s what that means, and a look at her recent health diagnoses.
Navigating the holidays while on weight-loss medications like Wegovy and Ozempic
Tips for managing GLP-1 and GIP weight-loss medications during the holidays without derailing progress.
Supreme Court decision clears way for graphic cigarette warning labels
More than 100 countries globally have adopted graphic cigarette warning labels. But it’s unclear when the new labels may appear in the U.S.
Baby dies from listeria outbreak linked to recalled ready-to-eat meat and poultry
A listeria outbreak linked to recalled meat and poultry products has caused 11 illnesses, nine hospitalizations, and one infant death in California.
ChatGPT outperformed doctors in diagnostic accuracy, study reveals
A study reveals ChatGPT-4 outperformed doctors in diagnosing medical conditions, but skepticism and underutilization of AI tools hinder its integration into healthcare.
US alcohol-related deaths more than double over past 20 years
A study reveals U.S. alcohol-related deaths nearly doubled between 1999 and 2020, with sharp increases among young adults, women, and Asian-Pacific Islander communities.
Trump nominates Dr. Oz to lead Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services
Donald Trump says he is nominating TV doctor Mehmet Oz to lead the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.
Is it flu or COVID? At-home tests can now tell you
While symptoms of the flu and COVID are similar, the viruses that cause each illness are different. New tests this winter season can tell you at home what you’re sick with.
New form of mpox reported in US for 1st time
A U.S. resident who had traveled to eastern Africa is the first confirmed U.S. case of a new form of mpox.
Corewell Health nurses vote to unionize with Brotherhood of Teamsters
Ballots by the nurses at the largest health system in Michigan were counted in the National Labor Relations Board election, said a message sent out.
Thieves attempt to steal 'Ozempic' from Dearborn Heights pharmacy for black market profits
'Ohhh ohhh Ozempic' is causing Dearborn Heights police to say, oh no, as thieves smashed their way into a pharmacy going after the weight-loss drug for a big payday on the black market.