STDs reach an all-time high in California
Rates of sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) continue to increase in California, according to new statistics from the California Department of Public Health.
Rates of sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) continue to increase in California, according to new statistics from the California Department of Public Health.
Study: Mugs left at the office may contain fecal matter
You may want to switch to disposable paper cups in the workplace after you hear this story. A new study out says 90-percent of mugs in office kitchens are coated in germs. And 20-percent of those cups actually carry fecal matter!
You may want to switch to disposable paper cups in the workplace after you hear this story. A new study out says 90-percent of mugs in office kitchens are coated in germs. And 20-percent of those cups actually carry fecal matter!
Colorado toddler swallows 28 Buckyball magnets, parents say
A Colorado family is warning other parents about the dangers of Buckyballs after a 2-year-old girl swallowed 28 of the small magnets that sent her to the hospital.
A Colorado family is warning other parents about the dangers of Buckyballs after a 2-year-old girl swallowed 28 of the small magnets that sent her to the hospital.
Recalled strollers can become a fall hazard for infants
A recall has been issued for 28,000 units of “J is for Jeep” brand strollers.
A recall has been issued for 28,000 units of “J is for Jeep” brand strollers.
Cancer survivor fulfills dream of becoming pediatric nurse at CHOA
Children's Healthcare of Atlanta shared an inspiring post on Facebook on Sunday.
Children's Healthcare of Atlanta shared an inspiring post on Facebook on Sunday.
Because of heat, first dangerous air quality alert reported late in 2017
These record setting temperatures are not just making us sweat on this first day of fall. They are resulting in dangerous air quality levels as well.
These record setting temperatures are not just making us sweat on this first day of fall. They are resulting in dangerous air quality levels as well.
GOP's 'Obamacare' repeal all but dead; McCain deals the blow
Sen. John McCain declared his opposition Friday to the GOP's last-ditch effort to repeal and replace "Obamacare," dealing a likely death blow to the legislation and, perhaps, to the Republican Party's years of vows to kill the program. It was the second time in three months the 81-year-old McCain emerged as the destroyer of his party's signature promise to voters.
Sen. John McCain declared his opposition Friday to the GOP's last-ditch effort to repeal and replace "Obamacare," dealing a likely death blow to the legislation and, perhaps, to the Republican Party's years of vows to kill the program. It was the second time in three months the 81-year-old McCain emerged as the destroyer of his party's signature promise to voters.
Sen. John McCain announces opposition to Graham-Cassidy health care bill, dashing GOP hopes
Sen. John McCain declared his opposition Friday to the GOP's last-ditch effort to repeal and replace 'Obamacare,' dealing a likely death blow to the legislation and, perhaps, to the Republican Party's years of vows to kill the program.
Sen. John McCain declared his opposition Friday to the GOP's last-ditch effort to repeal and replace 'Obamacare,' dealing a likely death blow to the legislation and, perhaps, to the Republican Party's years of vows to kill the program.
Travelers warned of meth found in 7-Up bottles in Mexico
Health officials are warning travelers after reports of 7-Up bottles contaminated with methamphetamine found in Mexico.
Health officials are warning travelers after reports of 7-Up bottles contaminated with methamphetamine found in Mexico.
Study: Gym equipment is dirtier than a toilet seat
If you're looking for an excuse to skip the gym -- here you go. Exercise equipment may be dirtier than you think.
If you're looking for an excuse to skip the gym -- here you go. Exercise equipment may be dirtier than you think.
Child safety-seat checks at 100 Illinois locations Saturday
Illinois Department of Transportation officials will offer child safety-seat checks at dozens of locations around the state on "National Seat Check Saturday."
Illinois Department of Transportation officials will offer child safety-seat checks at dozens of locations around the state on "National Seat Check Saturday."
Classic Trix is coming back after fans reject new recipe
The classic Trix recipe will return to grocery stores next month, after its new, more natural recipe received a massive backlash from fans.
The classic Trix recipe will return to grocery stores next month, after its new, more natural recipe received a massive backlash from fans.
Sporty driving could disable Chrysler minivan seat belt
If you drive your Chrysler minivan too fast and too furious, one of the second-row seat belts might unbuckle.
If you drive your Chrysler minivan too fast and too furious, one of the second-row seat belts might unbuckle.
Illinois could lose $4B a year under Republican health care plan
The doctor who runs the Cook County Health and Hospitals System says Illinois could lose $4 billion a year under the latest plan to repeal and replace the Affordable Care Act.
The doctor who runs the Cook County Health and Hospitals System says Illinois could lose $4 billion a year under the latest plan to repeal and replace the Affordable Care Act.
Study says 'cheating' on your diet may be the healthiest way to lose weight
Researchers say cheating on your diet may be the healthiest way to lose weight.
Researchers say cheating on your diet may be the healthiest way to lose weight.
Cardiologist says smoking marijuana may raise risk of heart problems
Annette has been smoking marijuana every day for almost 40 years. She has no prescription for it, it's not legal in Georgia, but at 65, she can't imagine getting through the day without it. "When I have a headache, I can puff marijuana and take it away," she says. "If I have nausea, marijuana takes nausea away." With polls showing most Americans now favor making marijuana legal, cardiologist...
Annette has been smoking marijuana every day for almost 40 years. She has no prescription for it, it's not legal in Georgia, but at 65, she can't imagine getting through the day without it. "When I have a headache, I can puff marijuana and take it away," she says. "If I have nausea, marijuana takes nausea away." With polls showing most Americans now favor making marijuana legal, cardiologist...
Some Illinois nurses can now diagnose and treat patients, prescribe medication
The next time you need to see a doctor, you might be able to get treatment from a nurse instead. That’s because some nurses just got expanded capabilities in Illinois.
The next time you need to see a doctor, you might be able to get treatment from a nurse instead. That’s because some nurses just got expanded capabilities in Illinois.
DC looking into proposal of setting up supervised injection sites for drug users
More than 200 people died in the District last year from opioid overdoses, which is a 160 percent increase from two years before. D.C. leaders say drastic measures are needed to stop overdoses, and some are considering a plan that may surprise you.
More than 200 people died in the District last year from opioid overdoses, which is a 160 percent increase from two years before. D.C. leaders say drastic measures are needed to stop overdoses, and some are considering a plan that may surprise you.
Crave dimples? Now you can have them, for just $900-1,200
Kimberly Miles drove more than 100 miles from Columbus, Georgia, to Atlanta, in search of something she's been dreaming about for years: dimples. The real deal, just like her teenage son. "And, I always had an urge to have dimples," says Miles. "I always wanted dimples because my son had them. They just brighten your face, your smile. They just add a whole demeanor to your look." So, Miles...
Kimberly Miles drove more than 100 miles from Columbus, Georgia, to Atlanta, in search of something she's been dreaming about for years: dimples. The real deal, just like her teenage son. "And, I always had an urge to have dimples," says Miles. "I always wanted dimples because my son had them. They just brighten your face, your smile. They just add a whole demeanor to your look." So, Miles...
Sea lice plague world salmon industry
Salmon have a lousy problem, and the race to solve it is spanning the globe. A surge of parasitic sea lice is disrupting salmon farms around the world. The tiny lice attach themselves to salmon and feed on them, killing or rendering them unsuitable for dinner tables.
Salmon have a lousy problem, and the race to solve it is spanning the globe. A surge of parasitic sea lice is disrupting salmon farms around the world. The tiny lice attach themselves to salmon and feed on them, killing or rendering them unsuitable for dinner tables.