For women over 60, here is the number of daily steps needed to protect heart health
The '10,000-step rule’ may not be the benchmark for all age groups, say researchers.
5-day COVID-19 isolation no longer necessary, CDC says
The CDC is relaxing their COVID-19 guidelines once again – saying those who contract the disease no longer have to quarantine for five days.
5-day isolation for COVID-19 no longer needed, CDC says
U.S. health officials said Americans with COVID-19 no longer need to stay in isolation for five days.
Ultra-processed foods linked to higher risk of cancer, heart disease, early death, study says
Ultra-processed foods were linked to a higher risk of developing 32 different health issues in the new study – adding to a growing body of research on the subject.
COVID-19 fragments may cause problems after infection: Report
NIH researchers said when the body fights off COVID-19, fragments left over from the disease that are supposed to train the body to remember the virus could actually continue to cause inflammatory issues.
Detroit mother shares her experience with eating disorders after 20 years of struggling
Stallings-Dewey is a Detroit mother and an attorney for General Motors – but she is also one of the millions of Americans who have grappled with disordered eating.
Frequent marijuana use linked to increase in heart attack and stroke risk
Researchers in a new study explain that cannabis use, whether smoked, vaped, or ingested, can raise the risk of heart attack and stroke.
Women's heart health: How to advocate for yourself
The signs of problems with your heart can be subtle. Knowing how to advocate for yourself and how to keep an eye on your heart health could save your life.
Ozempic and other weight-loss drug use is booming. But are Americans on board?
Ozempic and other weight-loss drugs are booming in popularity. Here’s what to know about them and what Americans are saying.
FDA approves food allergy drug to lessen severity of reactions to peanuts, dairy and more
Food allergy drug Xolair (omalizumab) was approved by the FDA, potentially lessening the severity of reactions to foods like peanuts, milk, eggs, wheat, and cashews.
Woman credits unconventional heart procedure for saving her life
"Never take no as an answer," she said. "There is always a second opinion, sometimes a second, third, and a fourth opinion. You have to keep going - don’t give up."
Is the stomach bug going around? CDC reports norovirus spike in Northeast
Cases of the highly contagious norovirus, also known as the stomach bug, are rising across the Northeast, according to the CDC. How does norovirus spread? And how do you get norovirus?
Doctor dies after eating dinner at Disney Springs' Raglan Road Irish Pub and Restaurant, lawsuit alleges
A medical doctor died shortly after she was served a meal at Raglan Road Irish Pub and Restaurant at Disney Springs, according to a lawsuit filed last week in Orange County.
Women likely to see greater benefit from regular exercise than men
A U.S. study found that women only need about half the exercise as men to get the same benefits, and that variations in our “anatomy and physiology” likely account for the differences.
Amy Schumer diagnosed with Cushing syndrome after critics commented on her appearance
Cushing syndrome is a medical condition that can develop when the body has too much cortisol.
Wendy Williams releases 1st statement since aphasia, dementia diagnosis
The Lifetime documentary “Where is Wendy Williams?" will air this weekend.
Michigan's first measles case in more than four years reported in Oakland County child
One in five who contract measles will end up in the hospital, the health department said. Measles is preventable with a vaccine.
'Beer before wine and you'll feel fine?' Study dispels hangover myths
If you drink beer before liquor, will you be sicker? A group of researchers decided to find out.
Alabama Supreme Court ruling: Frozen embryos, IVF future explained
Frozen embryos created during fertility treatments can be considered children under Alabama state law, the state’s Supreme Court ruled Friday.
Long COVID is more prevalent in these states, CDC data shows
Long COVID is the all-encompassing term for a wide range of symptoms that can last weeks, months and even years after a COVID-19 infection.