Scientists develop new laser that can find and destroy cancer cells in the blood
Cancer cells can spread to other parts of the body through the blood. And now, researchers have developed a new kind of laser that can find and zap those tumor cells from the outside of the skin.
Cancer cells can spread to other parts of the body through the blood. And now, researchers have developed a new kind of laser that can find and zap those tumor cells from the outside of the skin.
Long work hours can increase risk of stroke by up to 45 percent, study says
Clocking long hours at work might earn you bonus points with your boss, but new research shows that it could also increase your risk of stroke up to 45 percent, especially for those under the age of 50.
Clocking long hours at work might earn you bonus points with your boss, but new research shows that it could also increase your risk of stroke up to 45 percent, especially for those under the age of 50.
Larger bone spike at back of head in young adults possibly due to poor posture from tech: study
A growth in the back of the skull appeared larger in young adults and poor posture possibly caused by technology could be a factor, one study said.
A growth in the back of the skull appeared larger in young adults and poor posture possibly caused by technology could be a factor, one study said.
With sexually transmitted infections on the rise, researchers working on STD vaccine
Most sexually transmitted infections are relatively easy to detect and treat, but the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says each year about 20 million Americans contract a sexually transmitted disease. Half of those new cases, the agency says, are young adults under the age of 25.
Most sexually transmitted infections are relatively easy to detect and treat, but the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says each year about 20 million Americans contract a sexually transmitted disease. Half of those new cases, the agency says, are young adults under the age of 25.
Bottled water sold at Target, Walmart, Whole Foods contain toxic levels of arsenic, report finds
The California Center for Environmental Health conducted independent testing that found high levels of arsenic — a toxic metal that can cause reproductive harm, cancer and birth defects — in two prominent bottled water brands.
The California Center for Environmental Health conducted independent testing that found high levels of arsenic — a toxic metal that can cause reproductive harm, cancer and birth defects — in two prominent bottled water brands.
Beagles, other dogs could be used to help in early detection of lung cancers, study finds
A recent study suggests that dogs with a strong sense of smell could help detect certain lung cancers early.
A recent study suggests that dogs with a strong sense of smell could help detect certain lung cancers early.
Earwax clump clogging entire ear canal removed from patient: 'Look at that!'
An audiologist could hardly believe the size of a massive earwax chunk he had just pulled out of his patient’s ear during a Feb. 22 procedure that was captured on video.
An audiologist could hardly believe the size of a massive earwax chunk he had just pulled out of his patient’s ear during a Feb. 22 procedure that was captured on video.
Vape pen explodes, shattering teenager's jaw and knocking out some teeth
A vape pen exploded in a teenager's mouth, causing injuries so severe a pediatric surgeon who helped him said it looked similar to a "gunshot wound."
A vape pen exploded in a teenager's mouth, causing injuries so severe a pediatric surgeon who helped him said it looked similar to a "gunshot wound."
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Cleveland Clinic performs its first in-utero surgery
The Cleveland Clinic in Ohio announced Wednesday that its staff had successfully performed its first in-utero surgery earlier this year on a 23-week-old fetus, according to a report.
The Cleveland Clinic in Ohio announced Wednesday that its staff had successfully performed its first in-utero surgery earlier this year on a 23-week-old fetus, according to a report.
Meal preppers take note: USDA says leftover food only safe for 3 to 4 days after cooking
If you have a Sunday ritual of meal prepping for the entire week to save time or to set yourself up for success in your health goals, you may want to reconsider how much food you make in advance.
If you have a Sunday ritual of meal prepping for the entire week to save time or to set yourself up for success in your health goals, you may want to reconsider how much food you make in advance.
Ragu pasta sauces recalled due to possible plastic fragments
The maker of Ragu pasta sauces has issued a recall for some of its products due to the possibility of plastic fragments inside the jars.
The maker of Ragu pasta sauces has issued a recall for some of its products due to the possibility of plastic fragments inside the jars.
Lead alert lifted for some south suburban Aqua Illinois customers
Water utility Aqua Illinois said tap water is safe to drink in some parts of the south suburbs after a lead alert issued Friday for residents in University Park, as well as Green Garden and Monee townships.
Water utility Aqua Illinois said tap water is safe to drink in some parts of the south suburbs after a lead alert issued Friday for residents in University Park, as well as Green Garden and Monee townships.
Spending 2 hours per week outside will improve your health
A new study published in the journal Scientific Reports says a good dose of the outdoors can make you happier and healthier.
A new study published in the journal Scientific Reports says a good dose of the outdoors can make you happier and healthier.
Doctor who inappropriately touched patients gets prison term
A northern Illinois doctor who pleaded guilty to aggravated battery after an investigation revealed he inappropriately touched three female patients has been sentenced to a second nine-year prison term.
A northern Illinois doctor who pleaded guilty to aggravated battery after an investigation revealed he inappropriately touched three female patients has been sentenced to a second nine-year prison term.
More Americans than ever find 'dad bod' attractive in survey — nearly half think it's the new 6-pack
A new survey found more Americans than ever think the “dad bod” is attractive, even sexy, and that it just might be the new six-pack.
A new survey found more Americans than ever think the “dad bod” is attractive, even sexy, and that it just might be the new six-pack.
New York eliminates religious exemption to vaccine mandates
Two more Yeshivas were closed in New York on the same day that the state eliminated a religious exemption to vaccine requirements in the face of its worst measles outbreak in decades.
Two more Yeshivas were closed in New York on the same day that the state eliminated a religious exemption to vaccine requirements in the face of its worst measles outbreak in decades.
Maine becomes 8th state to legalize assisted suicide
Maine legalized medically assisted suicide on Wednesday, becoming the eighth state to allow terminally ill people to end their lives with prescribed medication.
Maine legalized medically assisted suicide on Wednesday, becoming the eighth state to allow terminally ill people to end their lives with prescribed medication.
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SPONSORED ADVERTISING BY NORTHSHORE UNIVERSITY HEALTHSYSTEM: Dr. Erin Tran from NorthShore University HealthSystem talks about adopting a healthy lifestyle to prevent a high-risk pregnancy.
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