US warns about fake, deadly pills being sold in Mexico

The travel alert posted Friday says Americans should “exercise caution when purchasing medication in Mexico.”

New study cites Wuhan raccoon dogs as possible origin of COVID-19

The raccoon dog earns its name from its facial markings similar to raccoons. The animals are known to be sold at the Huanan Seafood Wholesale Market, where many virologists suspect that the Covid-19 pandemic may have started.

Man accused of attacking flight attendant raises questions about security, mental health

A Massachusetts man accused of attacking a flight attendant and attempting to open the plane's emergency door on a cross-country flight has directed attention to passengers with mental health illnesses.

COVID-19 pill Paxlovid moves closer to full FDA approval

The medication has been used by millions of Americans since the FDA granted it emergency use authorization in late 2021.

RRISD to hold in-person fentanyl awareness event April 3

The meeting will focus on fentanyl awareness, prevention and resource information. Narcan and medical disposable bags will also be available on a first come, first served basis for adults.

Dry cleaning chemical linked to risk of Parkinson’s disease, study says

Researchers in a new study say the chemical pollutes air and can enter homes, schools, and workplaces undetected, and exposure to it could increase your risk of Parkinson's.

Best music for falling asleep? Both lullabies and BTS, study suggests

A study suggests that there is no “one-size-fits-all" when it comes to sleep music. Some even opt for popular songs like BTS' “Dynamite" and “lovely" by Billie Eilish and Khalid.

Produce pesticides: Report details the cleanest and dirtiest fruits, vegetables

Some of the fruit and vegetable testing showed traces of pesticides long since banned by the EPA, according to the report. Here’s what ranked as the "cleanest."

Here are the top 20 'allergy capitals' of America in 2023

Climate change is bringing about longer and more intense allergy seasons. Here's what's ranked as the most challenging allergy city in the U.S.

Johns Hopkins shuts down COVID-19 data tracking hub after 3 years

The site pulled in a staggering 2.5 billion views over its lifetime, becoming a global go-to for monitoring the public health catastrophe.

Twice-a-year Daylight Saving Time shifts may not be good for your health

We've been doing it for decades, but Dr. Ryan McCorkle, emergency physician at St. David's Medical Center, says that constant gaining and losing an hour isn't exactly the best thing for our health.