Health

A recent study highlighted by the National Institutes of Health found that middle-aged people who slept less than seven hours a night and/or had irregular sleep patterns could be at higher risk of developing dementia later in life.

Black women face a significantly higher risk of having a miscarriage than White women, a new study revealed.

It has been more than a year since cruises stopped sailing in U.S. waters due to the coronavirus pandemic. 

The number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits dropped by 13,000 last week to 553,000, the lowest level since the pandemic hit last March and another sign the economy is recovering from the coronavirus recession.

Vaccinations for all Indians 18 and up are supposed to start Saturday, but the country does not yet have enough doses for everyone as it faces a devastating surge of cases and deaths.

More than 18 million of an estimated 32 million people eligible for vaccine in California are fully or partially vaccinated, including nearly half of people in economically vulnerable ZIP codes hardest hit by the pandemic But that doesn’t mean everyone in California who wants a vaccine can get one.

The FDA said Thursday it will work toward a ban of menthol cigarettes and flavored cigars. But any menthol ban would take years to implement and will likely face legal challenges from tobacco companies.

The U.S. economy grew at a brisk 6.4% annual rate last quarter — a show of strength fueled by government aid and declining viral cases that could drive further gains as the nation rebounds with unusual speed from the pandemic recession.

Chipotle is thanking health care workers across the United States who have endured tough times during the COVID-19 pandemic by offering free burritos.

Apple’s latest software update, iOS 14.5, comes with a ton of new features including the ability for users to unlock their iPhones while still wearing a face mask. Well, kind of.

Officials announced the 170th Wisconsin State Fair will take place in accordance with health guidelines Thursday, Aug. 5 through Sunday, Aug. 15.

The group of lawmakers, which include doctors, dentists and registered pharmacists, encouraged supporters to get a COVID-19 vaccine in a new video.

Technology companies and health care providers have developed digital vaccination records that you can access on your phone. The companies are explicit that these are not "vaccine passports," which have been linked to hot-button political debates.

A study found that Lyme disease-carrying ticks in Northern California, more commonly associated with wooded habitats, were just as abundant in coastal areas.

The CDC’s study found the shots are 94% effective at preventing hospitalizations for fully vaccinated adults and 64% effective among partially vaccinated adults 65 and older.