Popular weight loss drugs could help with alcohol, opioid addictions: study
A new study suggests weight loss drugs like Ozempic and Mounjaro could provide a promising new treatment for substance use disorders.
New Jersey medical students offer haircuts and grooming services to patients: ‘Sense of humanity’
Bergen Barbers, a program led by Rutgers New Jersey Medical School students, provides haircutting, shaving and detangling services for hospitalized patients in a local hospital.
New stroke prevention guidelines released by American Stroke Association
The in the American Stroke Association's first update in a decade, experts focused on women’s health and lifestyle habits.
Biden administration proposes making over-the-counter birth control free, including condoms
Private health insurance would fully cover over-the-counter birth control methods, such as condoms, the "morning after" pill, and daily oral contraceptives under a newly-proposed rule.
Hurricane Milton threatens IV fluid supply, already thin after Helene
A company that manufactures IV fluids is working to move its supplies to a secure space as the Florida area braces for Hurricane Milton.
Breast cancer deaths down, but cases up — especially in younger women
A new American Cancer Society report highlights an alarming rise in breast cancer incidence, particularly among younger women and minorities, even as overall death rates continue to decline.
Over 1 in 3 children worldwide are nearsighted, study finds
A recent study reveals that over 1 in 3 children worldwide are currently nearsighted, with rates expected to rise further by 2050.
Is my COVID test expired? How to check, and what to do
If you have unused COVID tests lying around at home, they may be OK to still use. Here’s what to know as the cold and flu season ramps up.
Americans can order free COVID-19 tests beginning this month: What to know
Free COVID-19 tests will be available to U.S. households beginning this month. Here's what to know.
Children's Heart Foundation hosts Congenital Heart Walk to raise awareness for newborns with heart defects
The Children's Heart Foundation is hosting one of its 33 heart walks in Gilbert to raise awareness for what the CDC says is the most common type of defects in newborns.
Arizona toddler, 2, needs a living kidney donation: 'She loves Bluey and her Jesus doll'
Selena Pacheco was born with an uphill battle. The 2-year-old Arizona girl has been on dialysis for the majority of her life. Now, she and her mom are hoping someone can change their lives.
Arizona woman saves 2 people likely overdosing on fentanyl by using NARCAN
Last year, the Arizona Department of Health Services said 26 children, 17 or younger, died due to an opioid overdose. This year, two local teens were saved from becoming part of this data, thanks to a courageous act by a peer.
