CDC issues alert over high RSV vaccine demand
RSV is a cold-like nuisance for most people, and not as well-known as the flu but packs hospitals every winter.
RSV is a cold-like nuisance for most people, and not as well-known as the flu but packs hospitals every winter.
Injuries in marching band are as common as in other sports, experts say
Band members most often presented with ankle and knee injuries, but 6% of injuries are reported as mild head trauma, the American Academy of Pediatrics reports.
Band members most often presented with ankle and knee injuries, but 6% of injuries are reported as mild head trauma, the American Academy of Pediatrics reports.
Down Syndrome awareness walk scheduled
It's homecoming weekend at Arizona State University, and among those taking part in the big parade and block party is the Down Syndrome Network of Arizona. We sat down with the organization's executive director, Jennifer O'Connell to talk more about the awareness walk they are organizing.
It's homecoming weekend at Arizona State University, and among those taking part in the big parade and block party is the Down Syndrome Network of Arizona. We sat down with the organization's executive director, Jennifer O'Connell to talk more about the awareness walk they are organizing.
University of Utah gymnast retires amid alleged 'verbal and emotional abuse' from coach
A member of the University of Utah women's gymnastics team announced her retirement from the sport and withdrawal from the school on Friday.
A member of the University of Utah women's gymnastics team announced her retirement from the sport and withdrawal from the school on Friday.
3 indicted on fraud-related charges in a Arizona Medicaid billing probe
An Arizona grand jury has indicted three people who operated a center for Native Americans battling substance misuse on felony charges as part of a wide investigation into Medicaid fraud.
An Arizona grand jury has indicted three people who operated a center for Native Americans battling substance misuse on felony charges as part of a wide investigation into Medicaid fraud.
Former Florida lawmaker who sponsored 'Don't Say Gay' sentenced to prison for COVID-19 relief fraud
The former Florida lawmaker who sponsored the controversial law critics call "Don’t Say Gay" was sentenced to six months in federal prison Thursday for defrauding a federal coronavirus relief loan program for small businesses.
The former Florida lawmaker who sponsored the controversial law critics call "Don’t Say Gay" was sentenced to six months in federal prison Thursday for defrauding a federal coronavirus relief loan program for small businesses.
So-called toddler milks are unregulated and unnecessary, pediatrician group says
The American Academy of Pediatrics says the products often contain high amounts of added sugar and salt. A trade group for the manufacturers of the products says the drinks could fill nutritional gaps.
The American Academy of Pediatrics says the products often contain high amounts of added sugar and salt. A trade group for the manufacturers of the products says the drinks could fill nutritional gaps.
CVS pulls popular cold medicines from store shelves
The move will impact certain common oral cough and cold products. It comes after an FDA advisory panel determined that a main active ingredient doesn't work.
The move will impact certain common oral cough and cold products. It comes after an FDA advisory panel determined that a main active ingredient doesn't work.
New technology helping to improve breast cancer surgeries
Doctors say the new technology allows them to get as close to the cancer as possible, without removing any extra healthy breast tissues that do not need to be removed.
Doctors say the new technology allows them to get as close to the cancer as possible, without removing any extra healthy breast tissues that do not need to be removed.
Family rescues pig stranded 2 miles offshore in Hawaii
The rescue operation lasted nearly an hour.
The rescue operation lasted nearly an hour.
What you need to know about vision loss, how to show support for visually impaired
There are over 2 billion people globally who have a visual impairment.
There are over 2 billion people globally who have a visual impairment.
Amazon will test delivering prescription drugs by drone
Amazon says customers will be able to choose from more than 500 medications, a list that includes common treatments for conditions like the flu or pneumonia.
Amazon says customers will be able to choose from more than 500 medications, a list that includes common treatments for conditions like the flu or pneumonia.
NFL explores ban on hip-drop tackle, considers 'tush push' rule change for safety
The NFL is looking to eliminate the hip-drop tackle and will again discuss the “tush push" in the offseason.
The NFL is looking to eliminate the hip-drop tackle and will again discuss the “tush push" in the offseason.
FDA bans sale of Vuse Alto menthol e-cigarettes, citing health risks for teens
British American Tobacco (BAT), the parent company of Reynolds said it would challenge the FDA ban in court.
British American Tobacco (BAT), the parent company of Reynolds said it would challenge the FDA ban in court.
FDA may soon ban some chemical hair-straightening products over cancer risk
Chemical hair straighteners or “relaxers," which are often marketed to Black women, have been linked to a number of short-term and long-term health risks, including uterine cancer.
Chemical hair straighteners or “relaxers," which are often marketed to Black women, have been linked to a number of short-term and long-term health risks, including uterine cancer.
First signs of gloomy winter weather can trigger seasonal depression, seasonal affective disorder
Treatment methods for season depression include light boxes, sitting in sunlight when possible and getting physical activity.
Treatment methods for season depression include light boxes, sitting in sunlight when possible and getting physical activity.
FBI report: Violent crime decreases to pre-pandemic levels, but property crime is on the rise
Data in the FBI's annual crime report released Monday shows that violent crime across the U.S. decreased last year, dropping to about the same level as before the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Data in the FBI's annual crime report released Monday shows that violent crime across the U.S. decreased last year, dropping to about the same level as before the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Where the sun is no longer providing enough Vitamin D until next spring
Vitamin D helps the body build and maintain strong bones, in addition to supporting immune health, muscle function and brain cell activity, according to the Mayo Clinic.
Vitamin D helps the body build and maintain strong bones, in addition to supporting immune health, muscle function and brain cell activity, according to the Mayo Clinic.
Peeps maker to remove cancer-linked red dye No. 3 from popular Easter candy
California recently banned red dye No. 3, a chemical used as food coloring for products like Peeps. The synthetic dye has been linked to cancer and has been banned from makeup for more than 30 years.
California recently banned red dye No. 3, a chemical used as food coloring for products like Peeps. The synthetic dye has been linked to cancer and has been banned from makeup for more than 30 years.
Pastor Ralph Douglas West in Houston ordered to pay $2.45M after found liable for spreading genital herpes
A Houston area assistant pastor was found liable and will have to be damages for transmitting genital herpes, according to court officials.
A Houston area assistant pastor was found liable and will have to be damages for transmitting genital herpes, according to court officials.