Lost contact found in woman's eyelid 28 years later
Nearly three decades ago, a 14-year-old in the United Kingdom got hit in the eye during a game of badminton and lost her contact lens. No big deal, right? Well, 28 years later, doctors found the missing contact...embedded in a cyst in her left eyelid.
Nearly three decades ago, a 14-year-old in the United Kingdom got hit in the eye during a game of badminton and lost her contact lens. No big deal, right? Well, 28 years later, doctors found the missing contact...embedded in a cyst in her left eyelid.
Sleeping in a warm room may give you nightmares
After the sun set on yet another sweltering summer day in New York City, some people were lucky to get to sleep with cool air blasting from their air conditioners.
After the sun set on yet another sweltering summer day in New York City, some people were lucky to get to sleep with cool air blasting from their air conditioners.
North Texas man living with long term effects of West Nile Virus
A man living with the long term effects of the West Nile Virus hopes his story can be a warning to others.
A man living with the long term effects of the West Nile Virus hopes his story can be a warning to others.
ALERT: Study warns of toxic chemicals found in crayons, back-to-school items
It's that time of year again, back-to-school shopping.
It's that time of year again, back-to-school shopping.
FDA issues worldwide recall of common blood pressure medication
A large medication recall has expanded again - now to a global scale.
A large medication recall has expanded again - now to a global scale.
Several cities file federal lawsuit against Trump over Obamacare
Several cities are suing President Donald Trump's administration in federal court for allegedly sabotaging the Affordable Care Act.
Several cities are suing President Donald Trump's administration in federal court for allegedly sabotaging the Affordable Care Act.
Rauner OKs allowing medical cannabis for students at school
Gov. Bruce Rauner has signed a law requiring public schools to allow parents to administer medical marijuana at school to eligible children.
Gov. Bruce Rauner has signed a law requiring public schools to allow parents to administer medical marijuana at school to eligible children.
Florida mom warns of liquid nitrogen 'Dragon's Breath' snack
A Florida mom whose son was recently hospitalized after he ate a "Dragon’s Breath" snack is warning others about the dangers of the liquid nitrogen-infused treat, especially for those with asthma.
A Florida mom whose son was recently hospitalized after he ate a "Dragon’s Breath" snack is warning others about the dangers of the liquid nitrogen-infused treat, especially for those with asthma.
Trader Joe's, Kroger wraps and salads may be affected by parasite
Federal officials have issued a public health alert warning people to watch for signs of parasitic infections if they've eaten any of the two dozen varieties of wraps and salads sold nationwide by retailers including Kroger and Trader Joe’s.
Federal officials have issued a public health alert warning people to watch for signs of parasitic infections if they've eaten any of the two dozen varieties of wraps and salads sold nationwide by retailers including Kroger and Trader Joe’s.
CDC: Don't wash or reuse condoms
You would think it would be common sense not to reuse condoms, but apparently it’s enough of a problem that the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is providing a reminder to not do it.
You would think it would be common sense not to reuse condoms, but apparently it’s enough of a problem that the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is providing a reminder to not do it.
New app connects grieving strangers through texts
It's been nearly 2 years since Robynne Boyd of Decatur said goodbye to her mother Carol, and her marriage.
It's been nearly 2 years since Robynne Boyd of Decatur said goodbye to her mother Carol, and her marriage.
Funky-looking glasses promise to cure motion sickness
European car manufacturer Citroën has created a pair of glasses they claim will cure motion sickness.
European car manufacturer Citroën has created a pair of glasses they claim will cure motion sickness.
FDA warns there could be more salmonella-related recalls
There has been a string of voluntary recalls due to salmonella fears recently, and while federal officials have identified the possible source, they say it could mean future recalls.
There has been a string of voluntary recalls due to salmonella fears recently, and while federal officials have identified the possible source, they say it could mean future recalls.
Salmonella risk prompts Hungry Man recall
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) is issuing a public health alert due to concerns that products may be contaminated with salmonella from whey powder that has been recalled by the producer of the ingredient.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) is issuing a public health alert due to concerns that products may be contaminated with salmonella from whey powder that has been recalled by the producer of the ingredient.
How you can reduce your risk for Alzheimer?s
It is estimated that one in 10 people age 65 and older has Alzheimer's disease. It's a growing problem in our country that only seems to be getting worse. So how can you reduce your risk?
It is estimated that one in 10 people age 65 and older has Alzheimer's disease. It's a growing problem in our country that only seems to be getting worse. So how can you reduce your risk?
Person dies in Texas after infection from bacteria in Gulf
South Texas health officials say a person died after becoming infected with bacteria while wade fishing in the Gulf of Mexico.
South Texas health officials say a person died after becoming infected with bacteria while wade fishing in the Gulf of Mexico.
Contagious pink eye 'superbug' spreading around Houston
Think before you touch your eyes! A new "super bug" pink eye is torturing Houstonians. Patients say it hurts twice as bad and lasts twice as long as typical pink eye. Doctors' offices in Houston are full of patients infected by this bug.
Think before you touch your eyes! A new "super bug" pink eye is torturing Houstonians. Patients say it hurts twice as bad and lasts twice as long as typical pink eye. Doctors' offices in Houston are full of patients infected by this bug.
Study: California red wine may contain radioactive particles
Numerous studies have looked into the health benefits of wine. The latest study is glowing, but in a bad way.
Numerous studies have looked into the health benefits of wine. The latest study is glowing, but in a bad way.
Aurora woman diagnosed with West Nile after trip to Wisconsin Dells
A woman has been diagnosed with West Nile Virus in west suburban Aurora.
A woman has been diagnosed with West Nile Virus in west suburban Aurora.
RECALL ALERT: Kraft Heinz recalls Taco Bell Salsa Con Queso Mild Cheese Dip over botulism risk
Kraft Heinz is pulling its Taco Bell Salsa Con Queso Mild Cheese Dip from store shelves due to a possible botulism risk. Approximately 7,000 case of the cheese dip are being recalled.
Kraft Heinz is pulling its Taco Bell Salsa Con Queso Mild Cheese Dip from store shelves due to a possible botulism risk. Approximately 7,000 case of the cheese dip are being recalled.