Air pollution from wildfires linked to dementia cases, study says

Particulate pollution comes from several sources, not just wildfires, but the study identified particulates from wildfires and agriculture as the sources linked to dementia cases.

E. coli found in water near Grand Canyon's Phantom Ranch

On Sept. 6, the advisory was lifted after officials said testing confirmed that the water is safe to drink and cook with.

Linda Evangelista has 'one foot in the grave' after being diagnosed with cancer twice in 5 years

It was only last year when supermodel Linda Evangelista revealed she had secluded herself from the public for half a decade due to deformities she says were caused by CoolSculpting, an FDA-approved procedure known to freeze fat.

As sports betting spikes, help for problem gamblers expands in some states

Since the U.S. Supreme Court cleared the way for legalized sports betting five years ago, nearly three-fourths of the states have moved swiftly to allow it.

Arizona superintendent Tom Horne to use COVID relief for $40 million tutoring program

Arizona is channeling $40 million in federal COVID-19 relief funding toward tutoring students falling behind in school, the state superintendent said Tuesday.

Teen dies after taking part in viral 'One Chip' social media challenge: 'We lost a rising star'

A Massachusetts teenager died Friday after he took part in a viral social media trend known as the "One Chip Challenge," which the teen's family believes contributed to his untimely death, according to reports.

Bob Barker cause of death revealed: report

Barker, “The Price is Right" TV icon, died on August 26 at 99 years old.

Capitol physician: McConnell’s health episodes show 'no evidence' of being strokes or seizures

Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell’s health episodes show “no evidence” of being strokes or seizures, the Capitol physician said in a letter released Tuesday after a medical evaluation and consultation with neurologists.

First lady Jill Biden tests positive for COVID-19

The first lady is experiencing "mild symptoms" and will remain at her home in Delaware, the White House said.

AI medical capabilities show accuracy in clinical decision making

ChatGPT was best in making a "final diagnosis," where it was 77% accurate, according to Mass General Brigham research

Disposable vapes will soon be banned in France, prime minister says

French Prime Minister Elisabeth Borne says disposable vapes will soon be banned in the country as part of a national anti-smoking plan.

California teen shares story for Childhood Cancer Awareness Month

Madisyn isn’t letting her diagnosis stop her from smiling and is sharing her story to help others. Her mom advises parents who notice their children having bizarre symptoms or unique sensations to get checked "just to be on the safe side."

US to regulate nursing home staff for 1st time, but proposal lower than many advocates hoped

An association that lobbies for health care facilities says President Joe Biden’s decision to require nursing homes to comply with federal rules on staffing levels will cost them billions of dollars.

Yoga, exercise training may reduce asthma symptoms, study shows

A new study has revealed that certain types of exercise training can actually enhance respiratory function and exercise capacity in adults with asthma.