Neti pots, nasal-rinsing devices linked to potentially deadly amoeba
Using tap water for nasal-rinsing devices was linked to a potentially dangerous amoeba in a new study published by CDC researchers.
Using tap water for nasal-rinsing devices was linked to a potentially dangerous amoeba in a new study published by CDC researchers.
Dripping Springs woman becomes living kidney donor for friend in another state
A Dripping Springs woman is sharing her story about donating a kidney to a friend in another state without leaving Central Texas in this HealthBeat.
A Dripping Springs woman is sharing her story about donating a kidney to a friend in another state without leaving Central Texas in this HealthBeat.
Teen use of delta-8, an unregulated marijuana alternative, is rising
Delta-8 and other similar THC-type products sold over the counter in gas stations and smoke shops are not regulated and have not been evaluated for safety.
Delta-8 and other similar THC-type products sold over the counter in gas stations and smoke shops are not regulated and have not been evaluated for safety.
Olivia Munn diagnosed with breast cancer
The 43-year-old actress has been battling the disease since April 2023.
The 43-year-old actress has been battling the disease since April 2023.
Scientists use new strategy to successfully shrink tumors in early brain cancer trials
Researchers converted immune cells from patients into "living drugs" with the ability to recognize and combat glioblastoma, a form of brain cancer.
Researchers converted immune cells from patients into "living drugs" with the ability to recognize and combat glioblastoma, a form of brain cancer.
Christie Brinkley reveals skin cancer diagnosis
Supermodel and actress Christie Brinkley revealed she was diagnosed with basal cell carcinoma.
Supermodel and actress Christie Brinkley revealed she was diagnosed with basal cell carcinoma.
Tapeworm larvae found in man’s brain after he complained of migraines
The patient admitted to doctors that he frequently ate undercooked bacon for most of his life.
The patient admitted to doctors that he frequently ate undercooked bacon for most of his life.
CDC updates measles prevention guidelines for travelers
Measles, still prevalent in many countries, primarily spreads through international travel, often by unvaccinated Americans.
Measles, still prevalent in many countries, primarily spreads through international travel, often by unvaccinated Americans.
CDC dispatches team to Chicago as measles cases prompt concerns
As measles cases tick upward, the Chicago Department of Public Health, on Tuesday, confirmed three more cases of the disease at the city’s migrant shelter in Pilsen.
As measles cases tick upward, the Chicago Department of Public Health, on Tuesday, confirmed three more cases of the disease at the city’s migrant shelter in Pilsen.
Paul Alexander, who lived in iron lung for most of his life, has died at 78
Paul Alexander has lived in the chamber for 70 years, and he went on to become a lawyer and author.
Paul Alexander has lived in the chamber for 70 years, and he went on to become a lawyer and author.
Expert says this is how long you should nap for
In honor of Sleep Awareness Week, a sleep expert offers insight into how long the ideal nap should be and the best time of day to take one.
In honor of Sleep Awareness Week, a sleep expert offers insight into how long the ideal nap should be and the best time of day to take one.
Single LSD dose provides lasting relief from anxiety, researchers find
MM120, an LSD formulation designed to treat generalized anxiety disorder, was recently granted a breakthrough therapy designation by the FDA.
MM120, an LSD formulation designed to treat generalized anxiety disorder, was recently granted a breakthrough therapy designation by the FDA.
New Fire 1 system aims to improve congestive heart failure treatment
Fire 1 is a new system that aims to improve treatment for patients with congestive heart failure. In this HealthBeat, Rebecca Thomas speaks with a doctor testing the tech and one of the first patients to try it out.
Fire 1 is a new system that aims to improve treatment for patients with congestive heart failure. In this HealthBeat, Rebecca Thomas speaks with a doctor testing the tech and one of the first patients to try it out.
Most US teens feel peaceful without smartphones, study finds
A recent Pew Center Research study delved into the relationship between teenagers and their smartphones.
A recent Pew Center Research study delved into the relationship between teenagers and their smartphones.
Actor Gary Sinise recalls son's last days: 'He was happy at the end of his life'
In January, actor Gary Sinise lost his son, McCanna "Mac" Sinise, to cancer. He was 33.
In January, actor Gary Sinise lost his son, McCanna "Mac" Sinise, to cancer. He was 33.
Wegovy weight-loss medication gets FDA approval for use as heart disease prevention drug
The injectable semaglutide from Novo Nordisk was shown to reduce risk of cardiovascular death, heart attack and stroke.
The injectable semaglutide from Novo Nordisk was shown to reduce risk of cardiovascular death, heart attack and stroke.
FDA approves Wegovy to reduce heart attack and stroke risk
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved a label change that expands the use of the drug in Wegovy. It was previously approved to treat obesity.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved a label change that expands the use of the drug in Wegovy. It was previously approved to treat obesity.
Eli Lilly's Alzheimer's drug delayed by FDA: ‘It was unexpected’
On Friday, the FDA announced it would postpone a decision on Eli Lilly's potential Alzheimer's treatment donanemab.
On Friday, the FDA announced it would postpone a decision on Eli Lilly's potential Alzheimer's treatment donanemab.
Daylight saving time: How springing forward could affect your health
Daylight Saving Time is this Sunday. “Springing Forward" can cause tiredness, but it can also impact your health.
Daylight Saving Time is this Sunday. “Springing Forward" can cause tiredness, but it can also impact your health.
Melatonin warning: ER visits for children accidentally eating supplements spike
Use of melatonin, which often comes in flavored, gummy form, has grown among U.S. adults – and so have emergency department visits for children accidentally ingesting them.
Use of melatonin, which often comes in flavored, gummy form, has grown among U.S. adults – and so have emergency department visits for children accidentally ingesting them.