Child Health Issues Increase With Higher Temperatures, Study Says

Jan 17, 2024

A new study found that more children go to the emergency room when temperatures rise. ...

Weather Extremes From Climate Change Linked To Disease

Jan 17, 2024

A new study finds that weather extremes from climate change have an impact on a broad array of infectious diseases, making us more vulnerable. ...

Lyme Disease More Prevalent Than Thought

Jan 17, 2024

New research indicates that about 14% of the world’s population may have been infected with Lyme disease. ...

County Is Healthiest in US 3 Years Running

Jan 17, 2024

A county in northwestern New Mexico has been named the healthiest county in the nation for the third year running. Local officials thank community involvement. ...

Dangerous Chemicals In Natural Gas Used In Homes

Jan 17, 2024

Scientists sampling natural gas in the Boston area found 21 chemicals deemed hazardous air pollutants by the EPA. ...

Nordic Walking: Skiing Without Skiis And Snow Is The Hot New Workout

Jan 17, 2024

Ever heard of Nordic Walking? This exercise is becoming increasingly popular and it might be really good for you. ...

These Viruses Make You More Attractive To Mosquitoes

Jan 17, 2024

New research has found the specific mechanisms that certain viruses produce that make you more attractive to mosquitoes and it could have serious implications for combating the spread of mosquito-borne illnesses. ...

Respiratory Illnesses Spike In Children

Jan 17, 2024

The CDC says the number of pediatric patients with respiratory illnesses other than COVID-19 began rising in late summer. ...

Gardening Is Good For Your Mental Health, Research Shows

Jan 17, 2024

Scientists at the University of Florida have concluded what gardeners have long known, gardening is good for your mental health. ...

Is There Such A Thing As A Healthy Dose Of Fear This Halloween?

Jan 17, 2024

We separate the fact from fiction about how fear affects the body, and if there’s such a thing as a healthy scare on Halloween. ...

New Study Finds No Benefit, Only Risk To Drinking By Young People

Jan 17, 2024

A new study funded by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation says that while there are some benefits of moderate drinking by older people, there are no benefits at all to those under 40. ...

Medicines That Increase Sun Sensitivity

Jan 17, 2024

According to the FDA, some medications can increase your risk of sun damage. This is especially important to keep in mind during the summer months when days are longer. ...