Fentanyl 'vaccine' may have been discovered, researchers say
Fentanyl is 50 times stronger than heroin and 100 times stronger than morphine.
Fentanyl is 50 times stronger than heroin and 100 times stronger than morphine.
Over a billion young people at risk of hearing loss from loud music, venues, study suggests
The study said that young people between the ages of 12 to 34 often engage in “unsafe listening practices,” like the use of headphones and attending noisy venues.
The study said that young people between the ages of 12 to 34 often engage in “unsafe listening practices,” like the use of headphones and attending noisy venues.
Experimental cancer vaccine shows promising results in animal studies, NIH researchers find
The study found the vaccine boosted the number of cytotoxic T cells capable of infiltrating and attacking tumor cells.
The study found the vaccine boosted the number of cytotoxic T cells capable of infiltrating and attacking tumor cells.
Binge eating disorder looks different in the brains of boys and girls, study finds
The study findings may help future efforts to better understand the origins of eating disorders and how they differ between sexes, researchers said.
The study findings may help future efforts to better understand the origins of eating disorders and how they differ between sexes, researchers said.
Watch: Girl, 9, cries tears of joy as mother reveals she's cancer-free
Earlier this year, Leeanne O’Donoghue was diagnosed with a rare form of cancer and underwent weeks of treatment — which she said had been "soul-destroying" for her kids.
Earlier this year, Leeanne O’Donoghue was diagnosed with a rare form of cancer and underwent weeks of treatment — which she said had been "soul-destroying" for her kids.
Roberta Flack has ALS, making it 'impossible' for her to sing, speak easily, rep says
A representative for Roberta Flack has announced that the legendary musician has ALS, commonly known as Lou Gehrig’s disease, and can no longer sing.
A representative for Roberta Flack has announced that the legendary musician has ALS, commonly known as Lou Gehrig’s disease, and can no longer sing.
Texas ranks among top states with highest flu numbers
Flu cases are significantly higher than in previous years in the country. Texas ranks among the top states with the highest flu numbers in the “very high” category.
Flu cases are significantly higher than in previous years in the country. Texas ranks among the top states with the highest flu numbers in the “very high” category.
Study finds spike in children going to ER with suicidal thoughts — even before pandemic
Before COVID-19 wreaked havoc on mental health, there was already a surge of youth visits to emergency departments for suicidal thoughts between 2016 and 2019, the study says.
Before COVID-19 wreaked havoc on mental health, there was already a surge of youth visits to emergency departments for suicidal thoughts between 2016 and 2019, the study says.
Ryan's Day raises funds for Duchenne muscular dystrophy research for 12th year
Inspiration on Wheelz puts on Ryan's Day every year to raise awareness and funds for research on Duchenne muscular dystrophy, which causes muscles to lose function and currently has no cure.
Inspiration on Wheelz puts on Ryan's Day every year to raise awareness and funds for research on Duchenne muscular dystrophy, which causes muscles to lose function and currently has no cure.
Central Texans lace up shoes to walk to end Alzheimer's
Organizers say not only does the walk raise crucial funding for research, but it also helps educate those caring for people with Alzheimer's about the resources available to them.
Organizers say not only does the walk raise crucial funding for research, but it also helps educate those caring for people with Alzheimer's about the resources available to them.
Christina Applegate reveals role on 'Dead to Me' may be last due to MS diagnosis
The star plays the lead role of Jen Harding on the hit Netflix series, which will release its third and final season on Nov 17.
The star plays the lead role of Jen Harding on the hit Netflix series, which will release its third and final season on Nov 17.
COVID-19 deaths down 90% since February, WHO says
Overall, the WHO has reported 629 million cases and 6.5 million deaths linked to the pandemic.
Overall, the WHO has reported 629 million cases and 6.5 million deaths linked to the pandemic.
Lino Lakes family left with $20K hospital bill after toddler's COVID-19 treatment deemed not necessary
A Lino Lakes family was left with a $20,000 bill for the treatment of their toddler, who was hospitalized and placed on oxygen with COVID-19 and enterovirus. Insurance deemed the treatment not "medically necessary."
A Lino Lakes family was left with a $20,000 bill for the treatment of their toddler, who was hospitalized and placed on oxygen with COVID-19 and enterovirus. Insurance deemed the treatment not "medically necessary."
Kevin Conroy, iconic voice of Batman, dies at 66
Kevin Conroy was best known as the title character in “Batman: The Animated Series,” which ran in the 1990s.
Kevin Conroy was best known as the title character in “Batman: The Animated Series,” which ran in the 1990s.
Round Rock veteran hopes to normalize conversations on mental health, suicide
A Round Rock mother, veteran, and survivor of sexual assault is looking to reduce the number of suicides for all veterans by normalizing conversations on mental health.
A Round Rock mother, veteran, and survivor of sexual assault is looking to reduce the number of suicides for all veterans by normalizing conversations on mental health.
Too much screen time can impact a child's vision, experts say — try this to give eyes a break
Researchers say the rate of nearsightedness has nearly doubled since 1971, most likely due to a combination of factors such as being indoors more and staring more frequently at near things like a cell phone.
Researchers say the rate of nearsightedness has nearly doubled since 1971, most likely due to a combination of factors such as being indoors more and staring more frequently at near things like a cell phone.
Taylor Dayne shares colon cancer battle: 'This has challenged me mentally and emotionally'
Singer Taylor Dayne opened up about her battle with colon cancer, revealing that she was totally stunned upon learning of her diagnosis.
Singer Taylor Dayne opened up about her battle with colon cancer, revealing that she was totally stunned upon learning of her diagnosis.
More colleges join NFL study that uses mouthguard sensors to track head impacts
The NFL partnered with eight college football teams to have their players wear the devices to collect data on head impacts these athletes experience during games and practices.
The NFL partnered with eight college football teams to have their players wear the devices to collect data on head impacts these athletes experience during games and practices.
Health officials encourage COVID-19 booster as Thanksgiving nears
With Thanksgiving two weeks away, public health officials are recommending that Americans get the new COVID-19 booster tweaked to target the most common omicron strain.
With Thanksgiving two weeks away, public health officials are recommending that Americans get the new COVID-19 booster tweaked to target the most common omicron strain.
Deli meats and cheeses linked to deadly listeria outbreak in 6 states, CDC says
One person died and 13 have been hospitalized across six states in the outbreak, the CDC said, which added that the true number of sick people "is likely higher."
One person died and 13 have been hospitalized across six states in the outbreak, the CDC said, which added that the true number of sick people "is likely higher."