Americans eat an extra meal a day from too much snacking, study finds
Snacks made up an average of 19.5% and 22.4% of total energy intake – “while contributing very little nutritional quality,” researchers said.
Snacks made up an average of 19.5% and 22.4% of total energy intake – “while contributing very little nutritional quality,” researchers said.
What is ketamine, the drug that killed Matthew Perry on October 28?
Nearly seven weeks after Matthew Perry’s apparent drowning in a hot tub at his California home, the Los Angeles County Department of Medical Examiner released the actor's cause of death as "acute effects of ketamine."
Nearly seven weeks after Matthew Perry’s apparent drowning in a hot tub at his California home, the Los Angeles County Department of Medical Examiner released the actor's cause of death as "acute effects of ketamine."
Merck-Moderna vaccine with Keytruda cuts risk of skin cancer relapse or death by half, data shows
Moderna on Thursday announced that an experimental cancer vaccine it is developing with Merck — when combined with the latter’s Keytruda immunotherapy — has been proven in a clinical trial to cut the risk of recurrence or death from the "most serious form of skin cancer" by half after three years.
Moderna on Thursday announced that an experimental cancer vaccine it is developing with Merck — when combined with the latter’s Keytruda immunotherapy — has been proven in a clinical trial to cut the risk of recurrence or death from the "most serious form of skin cancer" by half after three years.
House passes legislation to bring whole milk back to school cafeterias
If approved by the Senate, whole milk could be available on school menus for the first time in over a decade.
If approved by the Senate, whole milk could be available on school menus for the first time in over a decade.
Scientists pinpoint cause of morning sickness in pregnancy and potential way to prevent it
The new study, published in the journal Nature, shows why some women like Kate Middleton and Amy Schumer became so sick during pregnancy that they needed to be admitted to the hospital.
The new study, published in the journal Nature, shows why some women like Kate Middleton and Amy Schumer became so sick during pregnancy that they needed to be admitted to the hospital.
Illinois officials urge masking in healthcare settings as respiratory viruses surge
State health officials are recommending a return to masking in healthcare settings.
State health officials are recommending a return to masking in healthcare settings.
Illinois officials urge masking in healthcare settings as respiratory viruses surge
State health officials are recommending a return to masking in healthcare settings.
State health officials are recommending a return to masking in healthcare settings.
Illinois Poison Control Center, the oldest in the country, marks 70 years of lifesaving service
The Illinois Poison Control Center, the oldest in the nation, is celebrating its 70th anniversary. Operating out of Chicago, the center has played a crucial role in handling emergency calls during some of the most alarming health crises of the century, including the infamous Tylenol Murders and the anthrax scare.
The Illinois Poison Control Center, the oldest in the nation, is celebrating its 70th anniversary. Operating out of Chicago, the center has played a crucial role in handling emergency calls during some of the most alarming health crises of the century, including the infamous Tylenol Murders and the anthrax scare.
Illinois Poison Control Center marks 70 years of lifesaving service
The Illinois Poison Control Center, the oldest in the nation, is celebrating its 70th anniversary. Operating out of Chicago, the center has played a crucial role in handling emergency calls during some of the most alarming health crises of the century, including the infamous Tylenol Murders and the anthrax scare.
The Illinois Poison Control Center, the oldest in the nation, is celebrating its 70th anniversary. Operating out of Chicago, the center has played a crucial role in handling emergency calls during some of the most alarming health crises of the century, including the infamous Tylenol Murders and the anthrax scare.
Warning issued as respiratory illness cases soar
The CDC is warning the public about rising cases of respiratory illness.
The CDC is warning the public about rising cases of respiratory illness.
Cause of death released for Andre Braugher, 'Brooklyn Nine-Nine' and 'Homicide' star
Andre Braugher died Monday at 61 years old.
Andre Braugher died Monday at 61 years old.
Several illnesses spreading ahead of the holidays
With RSV, coronavirus, influenza and just the common cold all circulating it's easy to get sick. Symptoms can be similar and range widely. Doctors recommend getting vaccinated against these viruses.
With RSV, coronavirus, influenza and just the common cold all circulating it's easy to get sick. Symptoms can be similar and range widely. Doctors recommend getting vaccinated against these viruses.
Toys and safety this holiday season
It can be a lofty goal to find the perfect toy for your kids, but don't forget to keep safety in mind.
It can be a lofty goal to find the perfect toy for your kids, but don't forget to keep safety in mind.
Connection between fiber, alcohol and cancer explained
What is the connection between fiber, alcohol and cancer? Dr. Mike from the FOX Medical Team explains
What is the connection between fiber, alcohol and cancer? Dr. Mike from the FOX Medical Team explains
California WWII veteran, 103, shares remarkable life story and advice for young people: 'Pray every night'
A California WWII vet who ran the Nuremberg Opera House — welcoming the likes of Mickey Rooney and Bob Hope — turned 103 last month.
A California WWII vet who ran the Nuremberg Opera House — welcoming the likes of Mickey Rooney and Bob Hope — turned 103 last month.
New syndrome links four health conditions
Health experts say four health conditions are all intertwined.
Health experts say four health conditions are all intertwined.
Northwestern Medicine giving Illinois patients ability to choose 'X' as sex designation
Patients at Northwestern Medicine's hospitals and outpatient locations in Illinois will be able to choose “X” as a sex designation starting next week.
Patients at Northwestern Medicine's hospitals and outpatient locations in Illinois will be able to choose “X” as a sex designation starting next week.
Illinois health officials urging universal masking in healthcare settings amid uptick in respiratory illnesses
Illinois public health officials are urging all healthcare settings to prioritize mask usage amid a spike in respiratory illnesses.
Illinois public health officials are urging all healthcare settings to prioritize mask usage amid a spike in respiratory illnesses.
FDA approves groundbreaking CRISPR-based gene therapies for sickle cell disease
The Food and Drug Administration announced its approval of the first genetic therapy treatment for sickle cell disease, utilizing the gene-editing tool CRISPR.
The Food and Drug Administration announced its approval of the first genetic therapy treatment for sickle cell disease, utilizing the gene-editing tool CRISPR.
FDA approves groundbreaking treatment for Sickle Cell Disease
In a historic decision, the Food and Drug Administration has approved gene editing technology, a groundbreaking treatment for Sickle Cell Disease. This medical miracle has been a long time coming.
In a historic decision, the Food and Drug Administration has approved gene editing technology, a groundbreaking treatment for Sickle Cell Disease. This medical miracle has been a long time coming.