Study: Dogs show empathy, sensitivity to owner emotions

Anyone watching TV from the mid '50s to the mid '70s wanted a dog like Lassie. The collie was credited with compassion, companionship and saving the day. Dogs aren't called "man's best friend" for nothing. 

New app connects grieving strangers through texts

It's been nearly 2 years since Robynne Boyd of Decatur said goodbye to her mother Carol, and her marriage.

Regular bicycling holds off aging process

If you're hunting for ways to age gracefully, you might want to dust off your bicycle. Recent research suggests regular cycling may slow the aging process. 

FDA warns there could be more salmonella-related recalls

There has been a string of voluntary recalls due to salmonella fears recently, and while federal officials have identified the possible source, they say it could mean future recalls.

Demi Lovato overdose a vivid example of the addiction battle

Those dealing with addiction are told with recovery there is often relapse, and pop star Demi Lovato is a very vivid example of how true that is. 

RECALL ALERT: Kraft Heinz recalls Taco Bell Salsa Con Queso Mild Cheese Dip over botulism risk

Kraft Heinz is pulling its Taco Bell Salsa Con Queso Mild Cheese Dip from store shelves due to a possible botulism risk. Approximately 7,000 case of the cheese dip are being recalled.

What is Narcan and how is it used during overdoses?

The emergency medication Narcan was reportedly used to save singer Demi Lovato's life after she suffered an apparent overdose at her home.

Ritz Cracker products recalled over Salmonella fears

The company that creates Ritz Cracker products has issued a voluntarily recall in the U.S. due to a possible Salmonella scare.

Study shows 'light smoking' still a risky habit

If you're a smoker, you might take some comfort if you call yourself a "light smoker." But now, new research says even one cigarette a day can raise your health risks. 

Bayer to stop sales of Essure birth control device tied to injuries

The maker of a permanent contraceptive implant subject to thousands of injury reports from women and repeated safety restrictions by regulators says it will stop selling the device in the U.S.

Changing how we treat pain - opioid free

An American woman who moved abroad and needed a hysterectomy recently wrote the German doctor told she should sip some herbal tea and, instead of opioids, try an over-the-counter ibuprofen for the pain. 

Man dies from bacterial infection from Vibrio vulnificus in raw oysters

A man who ate raw oysters at a Florida restaurant has died after contracting an infection from the Vibrio vulnificus bacteria, health officials say.

Kids Kicking Cancer Golf Outing July 30
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Kids Kicking Cancer founder Rabbi G continues to change the lives of children battling cancer.

Wearing sunglasses may do more harm than good

When the sun is out, for many of us that means the sunglasses come out, too. But here's a real shocker: wearing sunglasses may be doing more harm than good. 

Ways to help your teenager get to a healthy weight

Should teenagers be encouraged to diet to control their weight? If the answer is no, what's the solution to helping a child get to a healthy weight? 

Officer's son learns sports injury is actually rare cancer

For 18-year-old Noah Holloway, this summer was supposed to be about spending time on the lake with friends - but he was diagnosed with a rare form of cancer.