Health

Ultra-processed food consumption linked to higher risk of death from ovarian, breast cancers: new study

Diets high in ultra-processed foods may elevate the risk of developing and dying from various types of cancers, according to a new study...

An eye on postpartum depression, in light of Massachusetts mother tragedy: What to know

This story discusses suicide. If you or someone you know is having thoughts of suicide, please contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at...

Educate yourself about heart disease and participate in Wear Red Day during February, American Heart Month

Last year, President Biden proclaimed February American Heart Month, inviting all Americans to participate in National Wear Red Day. National Wear Red Day will...

CDC says an eye drop brand may be connected to drug-resistant bacterial infections

A brand of over-the-counter eye drops may be linked to a bacterial infection that left one person dead and three others with permanent...

Italy plans to loosen its anti-COVID regulations for travelers coming from China

Italy will loosen its anti-COVID controls for travellers arriving from China, making swabs random rather than mandatory at its airports, a document seen...

Researchers discover how they can make fentanyl safer

Scientists from universities across the country collaborated on this study which took years. ...

Rabies alert issued for part of Jacksonville

The alert follows discovery of a rabid raccoon in the Wesconnett neighborhood, according to the Florida Department of Health in Duval County. ...

South Korea drops indoor mask mandate, but many continue to wear them as concerns linger

South Korea on Monday scrapped a face mask mandate for most indoor public places in a major step to loosen COVID-19 rules, but...

WHO seeks to expand role in tackling next global health emergency, but faces funding issues

The World Health Organization will push at its board meeting this week for an expanded role in tackling the next global health emergency...

China says its COVID situation is now at a ‘low level’ following Lunar New Year

China said on Monday that the COVID-19 situation in the country was at a "low level", and that fever clinic visits due to...