December 20, 2023, 8:22am Health
When Idaho had a rare measles outbreak a few months ago, health officials scrambled to keep it from spreading. In the end, 10 people, all in one family, were infected, all unvaccinated. Read story
December 20, 2023, 8:11am Health
When the coronavirus pandemic took hold in an unprepared U.S., states scrambled for masks and other protective gear. Read story
December 20, 2023, 7:45am Health
When Cora Dibert went for a routine blood test in October, the toddler brought along her favorite new snack: a squeeze pouch of WanaBana cinnamon-flavored apple puree. Read story
December 19, 2023, 10:58am Health
When a toilet is flushed in California, the water can end up in a lot of places — the ice in a skating rink, the manufactured snow on ski slopes, in pipes providing irrigation for farmland. And — coming soon — in your drinking glass. Read story
December 19, 2023, 6:02am Health
Researchers estimate that more than half a million people in the U.S. have Crohn’s disease, and 600,000 to 900,000 people in the U.S. have ulcerative colitis, according to the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases. Read story
December 19, 2023, 6:01am Health
A large Swedish study has uncovered a paradox about people diagnosed with an excessive fear of serious illness: They tend to die earlier than people who aren’t hypervigilant about health concerns. Read story
December 19, 2023, 6:00am Health
While most common colds, flu or other illnesses can be treated at home, Dr. Angela Mattke, a pediatrician with Mayo Clinic’s Children’s Center, said parents should watch for these three signs that their sick child may need to see a health care professional. Read story
December 19, 2023, 6:00am Health
The start of winter is a good time for a reminder that washing your hands is one of the best ways to avoid getting sick and spreading illness. Read story
December 19, 2023, 6:00am Health
Whether it’s work parties, social gatherings or family get-togethers, December joins people for holidays and social events centered around plenty of food and drinks. But overindulging during the holiday season can bring unwelcome consequences. Read story
December 18, 2023, 11:42am Health
A new study adds to evidence that severe obesity is becoming more common in young U.S. children. Read story
