How to combat headphone hearing loss: Dr. Sreekant Cherukuri
Whether it's from a concert that’s too loud, or music playing through our headphones, we have a habit of abusing our eardrums.
Whether it's from a concert that’s too loud, or music playing through our headphones, we have a habit of abusing our eardrums.
Study: Flu-related deaths higher than previously reported
More people are dying of the flu around the world, according to a recent study.
More people are dying of the flu around the world, according to a recent study.
'Man flu' is real, researcher claims
The so-called “man flu” has been a punchline for decades, but according to one expert it may be time to stop taking it lightly.
The so-called “man flu” has been a punchline for decades, but according to one expert it may be time to stop taking it lightly.
Baby formula maker orders global recall over salmonella fears
Baby milk maker Lactalis and French authorities have ordered a global recall of millions of products over fears of salmonella bacteria contamination.
Baby milk maker Lactalis and French authorities have ordered a global recall of millions of products over fears of salmonella bacteria contamination.
Silver sprinkles are not edible, FDA says
There’s likely been many a holiday gathering where you’ve taken a bite of an alluring cookie, only to wonder if the bead-like sprinkles crunching around in your mouth are actually safe to eat. Apparently, the ubiquitous silver sprinkles have been vexing the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for years, the Huffington Post reported on Dec. 8.
There’s likely been many a holiday gathering where you’ve taken a bite of an alluring cookie, only to wonder if the bead-like sprinkles crunching around in your mouth are actually safe to eat. Apparently, the ubiquitous silver sprinkles have been vexing the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for years, the Huffington Post reported on Dec. 8.
Facing frustrating hair loss, new mom finds help
Amelia Van-Mary, a mother of 4, says her pregnancies were pretty easy.
Amelia Van-Mary, a mother of 4, says her pregnancies were pretty easy.
Warning about flu season issued
A new published paper warns that this could be a bad flu season in the United States and the flu vaccine being used could have as low as a 10 percent effectiveness.
A new published paper warns that this could be a bad flu season in the United States and the flu vaccine being used could have as low as a 10 percent effectiveness.
GA boy who received Christmas ornaments from around the world passes away
A little boy who wanted to live to see one more Christmas has lost his battle with cancer, but not before he got to see the love and generosity of people around the world.
A little boy who wanted to live to see one more Christmas has lost his battle with cancer, but not before he got to see the love and generosity of people around the world.
Georgia's oldest resident celebrates 113th birthday
Georgia's oldest living resident is celebrating her 113th birthday on Friday.
Georgia's oldest living resident is celebrating her 113th birthday on Friday.
Health officials warn flu vaccine only 10 percent effective this season
An especially rough flu season could be on the way and health officials say this year's flu vaccine may not be effective.
An especially rough flu season could be on the way and health officials say this year's flu vaccine may not be effective.
Flu season could be rougher than usual this year
'Tis the season. No, we aren't talking about the holidays, but flu season.
'Tis the season. No, we aren't talking about the holidays, but flu season.
Viagra goes generic: Pfizer to launch own little white pill
The little blue pill that's helped millions of men in the bedroom is turning white. Drugmaker Pfizer is launching its own cheaper generic version of Viagra rather than lose most sales when the impotence pill gets its first generic competition next week.
The little blue pill that's helped millions of men in the bedroom is turning white. Drugmaker Pfizer is launching its own cheaper generic version of Viagra rather than lose most sales when the impotence pill gets its first generic competition next week.
Study: Spanking kids linked to mental health issues in adulthood
Researchers say you want to think twice before spanking your kids. A new study by the Journal of Pediatrics says childhood spankings can lead to a host of mental health problems when they get older.
Researchers say you want to think twice before spanking your kids. A new study by the Journal of Pediatrics says childhood spankings can lead to a host of mental health problems when they get older.
Hero fifth-grader saves choking classmate's life
Acts of heroism can be found everywhere – even inside an elementary school cafeteria.
Acts of heroism can be found everywhere – even inside an elementary school cafeteria.
'Do Not Resuscitate' tattoo causes ER ethical dilemma
Emergency room doctors at a University of Miami hospital faced a vexing ethical dilemma when paramedics wheeled in an unconscious man with a “Do Not Resuscitate” chest tattoo.
Emergency room doctors at a University of Miami hospital faced a vexing ethical dilemma when paramedics wheeled in an unconscious man with a “Do Not Resuscitate” chest tattoo.
Mother of two dies from the flu within a matter of days
A 20-year-old mother of two who was diagnosed with the flu on Monday, died one day later.
A 20-year-old mother of two who was diagnosed with the flu on Monday, died one day later.
First baby from uterus transplant in U.S. born in Dallas
The first birth as a result of a womb transplant in the United States has occurred in Dallas. a milestone for the U.S. but one achieved several years ago in Sweden.
The first birth as a result of a womb transplant in the United States has occurred in Dallas. a milestone for the U.S. but one achieved several years ago in Sweden.
Possible link found between suicides, electronics
Researchers studying a spike in teen suicides in Utah found that 18 of the 150 youngsters who took their own lives in a five-year period had recently lost privileges to use their electronic devices such as phones, tablets and gaming systems, according to a U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention report made public Thursday.
Researchers studying a spike in teen suicides in Utah found that 18 of the 150 youngsters who took their own lives in a five-year period had recently lost privileges to use their electronic devices such as phones, tablets and gaming systems, according to a U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention report made public Thursday.
It's time to toss those Thanksgiving leftovers, says the CDC
If there are Thanksgiving leftovers in the refrigerator, it is time for them to go, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
If there are Thanksgiving leftovers in the refrigerator, it is time for them to go, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Cybersecurity, choking hazards top dangerous toys list
With Black Friday fast approaching, the Florida Consumer Action Network released a list of toys parents should be cautious of buying as they hit the stores.
With Black Friday fast approaching, the Florida Consumer Action Network released a list of toys parents should be cautious of buying as they hit the stores.