More than 60 overdose on synthetic marijuana in Lancaster County
Officials in a Pennsylvania town say they have treated more than 60 people who overdosed on synthetic marijuana over a weekend period.
Officials in a Pennsylvania town say they have treated more than 60 people who overdosed on synthetic marijuana over a weekend period.
The Doctor Is In: Opioid Crisis
Federal health officials say the number of people being prescribed opioids is decreasing. A recent report from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention finds that opioid prescriptions overall decreased 18% from 2010 to 2015.
Federal health officials say the number of people being prescribed opioids is decreasing. A recent report from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention finds that opioid prescriptions overall decreased 18% from 2010 to 2015.
Dry heat vs. humidity: what's better for your body?
The air is thick, it's summer, which do you prefer dry heat or tropical?
The air is thick, it's summer, which do you prefer dry heat or tropical?
Coffee leads to longer life and better health, studies say
Two new studies claim that drinking coffee can have long term health benefits, and the more cups the better.
Two new studies claim that drinking coffee can have long term health benefits, and the more cups the better.
Texas teen electrocuted, killed while using phone in the bath
A Texas teen died Sunday morning while using her cellphone in a bathtub, according to reports.
A Texas teen died Sunday morning while using her cellphone in a bathtub, according to reports.
Fort Worth dad receives son's kidney after freak accident
The tragic death of a young man in Fort Worth means new life for his father after a successful kidney transplant.
The tragic death of a young man in Fort Worth means new life for his father after a successful kidney transplant.
Study finds opioid prescription practices inconsistent across globe
Health officials say enough opioids are being prescribed for every American to be on them round-the-clock for three weeks.
Health officials say enough opioids are being prescribed for every American to be on them round-the-clock for three weeks.
Is it better to eat before or after exercise?
We work hard when we work out, so how do we get the most bang for our exercise buck? Is it better to fuel up beforehand, or wait and eat after we're done? Emory internist Dr. Sharon Bergquist says a lot of it has to do with personal preference. "Some people like to exercise on an empty stomach because they find that a hard workout upsets their stomach," Bergquist says. "Some people just find...
We work hard when we work out, so how do we get the most bang for our exercise buck? Is it better to fuel up beforehand, or wait and eat after we're done? Emory internist Dr. Sharon Bergquist says a lot of it has to do with personal preference. "Some people like to exercise on an empty stomach because they find that a hard workout upsets their stomach," Bergquist says. "Some people just find...
Hepatitis A cases still rising in Detroit and suburbs; 10 dead
Hepatitis A cases in southeastern Michigan are rising, with nearly 190 confirmed since last August, including 10 deaths.
Hepatitis A cases in southeastern Michigan are rising, with nearly 190 confirmed since last August, including 10 deaths.
Infant's tragic baby blanket death moves mom to warn others
A Washington mother whose 7-month-old son died in a tragic accident on Monday has shared her grief on Facebook as a warning to others who let their young children go to sleep with blankets. Jordan DeRosier, whose youngest son Sloan was discovered with his blanket around his head, said she was moved to share her heartbreak after commenters began blaming vaccines for her baby’s death.
A Washington mother whose 7-month-old son died in a tragic accident on Monday has shared her grief on Facebook as a warning to others who let their young children go to sleep with blankets. Jordan DeRosier, whose youngest son Sloan was discovered with his blanket around his head, said she was moved to share her heartbreak after commenters began blaming vaccines for her baby’s death.
Avoiding germs in public restrooms
It's likely your summer road trip will take you into a public restroom or two. If you're worried about germs, here's a few things you can do to avoid them. And it starts with your cellphone.
It's likely your summer road trip will take you into a public restroom or two. If you're worried about germs, here's a few things you can do to avoid them. And it starts with your cellphone.
Special needs children get modified bicycles at Beaumont Bike Day
Getting your first bike can be a monumental milestone. But for some children with challenges a bike ride can seem to be impossible.
Getting your first bike can be a monumental milestone. But for some children with challenges a bike ride can seem to be impossible.
Millennials are at increased risk for strokes
Constant social media, eating fast food and not exercising are just some of the reasons Millennials are at risk for strokes.
Constant social media, eating fast food and not exercising are just some of the reasons Millennials are at risk for strokes.
Balloon dialation can relieve agony of sinus infections
Millions of us deal with the pain of sinus infections - it's one of the most commmon health problems, and for some, they keep coming back.
Millions of us deal with the pain of sinus infections - it's one of the most commmon health problems, and for some, they keep coming back.
Going to bed mad may put your health at risk, study says
Lack of sleep makes you cranky, and it can certainly lead to a spat with your spouse from time to time. If it happens too much, though, it could take a toll on your health.
Lack of sleep makes you cranky, and it can certainly lead to a spat with your spouse from time to time. If it happens too much, though, it could take a toll on your health.
State: 111 terminally ill end lives under new California law
SAN DIEGO (AP) - California health officials reported Tuesday that 111 terminally ill people took drugs to end their lives in the first six months after a 2016 law made the option legal in the nation's most populous state. The data was part of the California Department of Public Health's first report on the law since it went into effect June 9, 2016.
SAN DIEGO (AP) - California health officials reported Tuesday that 111 terminally ill people took drugs to end their lives in the first six months after a 2016 law made the option legal in the nation's most populous state. The data was part of the California Department of Public Health's first report on the law since it went into effect June 9, 2016.
Girl mauled by raccoon as baby still making progress on 15th birthday
It's been almost 15 years since Charlotte Ponce was attacked by a raccoon that had somehow gotten into her house, room, and then her crib. Since then, she's endured multiple surgeries to rebuild her face and ears.
It's been almost 15 years since Charlotte Ponce was attacked by a raccoon that had somehow gotten into her house, room, and then her crib. Since then, she's endured multiple surgeries to rebuild her face and ears.
Budget office: Senate health bill adds 22 million uninsured
The Senate health care bill would result in 22 million more uninsured Americans over the next decade compared to current law.
The Senate health care bill would result in 22 million more uninsured Americans over the next decade compared to current law.
Wisconsin dad bikes to Louisiana to meet his daughter's heart recipient
It's been a difficult year for a Wisconsin family after losing their 20-year-old daughter in an accident in January.
It's been a difficult year for a Wisconsin family after losing their 20-year-old daughter in an accident in January.
Tragedy travels in twos for Minnesota family
Support is pouring in for a Minneapolis family that received two devastating blows in one day.
Support is pouring in for a Minneapolis family that received two devastating blows in one day.