Bleeding from synthetic marijuana up to 89 cases in Illinois
Illinois public health officials say the number of people in Illinois who have experienced severe bleeding after using synthetic marijuana has increased to 89 cases.
Illinois public health officials say the number of people in Illinois who have experienced severe bleeding after using synthetic marijuana has increased to 89 cases.
Boy recovers from snake bite, but family faces more than $200,000 medical bill
Wednesday afternoon, Kyden Debyah of Hernando County was happy to be wheeled away from Brandon Regional Hospital.
Wednesday afternoon, Kyden Debyah of Hernando County was happy to be wheeled away from Brandon Regional Hospital.
'Nightmare bacteria' cases seen in 27 states, CDC reports
More than 220 cases of a breed of “nightmare bacteria” with new or rare antibiotic-resistant genes, have been found in 27 states, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said in a report released Tuesday.
More than 220 cases of a breed of “nightmare bacteria” with new or rare antibiotic-resistant genes, have been found in 27 states, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said in a report released Tuesday.
A problem on the rise: The dangers of vaping
It's just as dangerous as cigarettes in many ways but most kids don't realize it.
It's just as dangerous as cigarettes in many ways but most kids don't realize it.
Bank pulls out of Illinois medical marijuana industry
Illinois medical marijuana companies may have to deal in cash because the main bank serving them is withdrawing from the industry.
Illinois medical marijuana companies may have to deal in cash because the main bank serving them is withdrawing from the industry.
Stella Artois glass bottle recall
Belgian beer brand Stella Artois is voluntarily recalling certain glass bottles in the United States and Canada because of the possibility that small particles of glass could have ended up in the brew.
Belgian beer brand Stella Artois is voluntarily recalling certain glass bottles in the United States and Canada because of the possibility that small particles of glass could have ended up in the brew.
'Fake weed' linked to second death in Illinois
Illinois state health officials say a second person has died who bled severely after using synthetic marijuana.
Illinois state health officials say a second person has died who bled severely after using synthetic marijuana.
Sam's Club recalls canned chicken due to safety concerns
Sam's Club has recalled canned chicken sold under the Member's Mark brand due to safety concerns.
Sam's Club has recalled canned chicken sold under the Member's Mark brand due to safety concerns.
Gastrointestinal illness outbreak reported at Illinois veterans' home
There is an outbreak of gastrointestinal illness among residents and staff at the Illinois Veterans' Home in Quincy.
There is an outbreak of gastrointestinal illness among residents and staff at the Illinois Veterans' Home in Quincy.
USF offers workshop on adulting for stressed millennials
Many millennials are leaving the comforts of home for the first time and starting to live independently. For this generation, there are programs helping them make the transition from adolescence to adulthood.
Many millennials are leaving the comforts of home for the first time and starting to live independently. For this generation, there are programs helping them make the transition from adolescence to adulthood.
Mom makes French toast laced with PCP for her kids
An investigation is underway in Kansas after a mother says she accidentally put the drug PCP into French toast she was making for her children.
An investigation is underway in Kansas after a mother says she accidentally put the drug PCP into French toast she was making for her children.
California Judge: Coffee needs cancer warnings
A Los Angeles judge has ruled that California law requires coffee companies to carry a cancer warning label.
A Los Angeles judge has ruled that California law requires coffee companies to carry a cancer warning label.
Man has 30 pound tumor removed
A New Jersey man is 30 pounds lighter after getting a massive tumor removed from what he thought was a beer belly.
A New Jersey man is 30 pounds lighter after getting a massive tumor removed from what he thought was a beer belly.
CDC warns of 2nd wave of flu hitting US
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention issued a warning to parents that a second wave of flu is beginning to hit the U.S. and the latest strain impacts small children more severely.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention issued a warning to parents that a second wave of flu is beginning to hit the U.S. and the latest strain impacts small children more severely.
Facebook quizzes could expose your personal information to hackers
People using Facebook have probably seen the little quizzes posted on their timelines; movie quizzes, quizzes for couples, medical quizzes. They look harmless, fun, and cute. But did you know they have a dark side?
People using Facebook have probably seen the little quizzes posted on their timelines; movie quizzes, quizzes for couples, medical quizzes. They look harmless, fun, and cute. But did you know they have a dark side?
Chicago-area medical clinic reopens after chemical spill
A chemical spill Tuesday afternoon at JenCare Senior Medical Center in west suburban Berwyn sent 15 people to hospitals, but most have been released.
A chemical spill Tuesday afternoon at JenCare Senior Medical Center in west suburban Berwyn sent 15 people to hospitals, but most have been released.
Health officials warn of severe bleeding from fake pot
The Illinois Department of Public Health is warning people about a severe bleeding condition caused by synthetic pot.
The Illinois Department of Public Health is warning people about a severe bleeding condition caused by synthetic pot.
Drug laced with bug spray produces zombie-like effects
A street drug laced with bug spray is taking a toll on drug users and producing zombie-like effects.
A street drug laced with bug spray is taking a toll on drug users and producing zombie-like effects.
NYC considers making walking and smoking illegal
If you don't smoke and you find yourself walking behind someone who does, it can be unpleasant.
If you don't smoke and you find yourself walking behind someone who does, it can be unpleasant.
Male contraception pill shows promise
A new birth control pill for men appears to be safe when used daily, a new study finds. But don't expect a pill for sale for at least 5 years or more.
A new birth control pill for men appears to be safe when used daily, a new study finds. But don't expect a pill for sale for at least 5 years or more.