Birth control pill might impair parts of brain that regulate fear, study says
The part of the brain that controls how people regulate fear was thinner than that of men and women who never used hormonal contraceptives.
AI has ability to detect future heart attack: study
Artificial Intelligence was able to identify people at more than a 90% risk of sudden death.
Sharp surge in syphilis cases among US newborns sparks urgent call for testing and treatment
More than 3,700 babies were born with congenital syphilis in 2022 — 10 times more than a decade ago and a 32% increase from 2021.
1 in 5 US adults ‘rarely or never’ wakes up feeling well-rested — here’s why
Surprising sleep trends were revealed in new survey, including the rise of ‘Scandinavian sleeping.'
Spinach vs. kale: Which is 'better' for you? Nutritionists settle the great debate
Spinach and kale are often pitted against each other in the realm of healthy eating. But is there a winner?
Lung Cancer Awareness Month: Get screened today!
FOX 29's medical contributor Dr. Mike encourages folks to get screened for Lung Cancer.
Lemon water trend: Is it effective?
FOX 29's medical contributor Dr. Mike debunks the latest lemon water trend.
High levels of 'fecal bacteria' close popular Lake Mead tourist spot, NPS says
Travelers headed to Lake Mead National Recreation Area in the U.S. Southwest may face closures in certain park areas "until further notice."
These are some of the strange objects that get stuck in people's bodies, according to CDC data
"Foreign objects stuck in people’s bodies" were the 9th leading cause of unintentional injuries that led to emergency room visits in 2021, according to the CDC.
Milk carton shortage hits school lunchrooms in Pennsylvania, New York and other states, USDA says
School officials from Pennsylvania and New York to California are scrambling for backup options after a main supplier of cartons said demand has outstripped supply.
New Philadelphia initiative deploying teams door-to-door to help prevent deadly overdoses
The teams are going door-to-door armed with overdose prevention guidebooks, fentanyl test strips and Narcan to raise awareness and provide resources.
Philly initiative deploys teams door-to-door to prevent deadly overdoses
The teams are going door-to-door armed with overdose prevention guidebooks, fentanyl test strips and Narcan to raise awareness and provide resources.
FDA proposes ban on food additive found in some sodas, fruity sports drinks
Brominated vegetable oil was once more widely used in popular citrus drinks in the U.S., but has been slowly phased out amid potential health risks.
Tropical skin disease carried by sand flies now in US
A recent study reveals the bite of a sand fly can cause a skin infection.
Eye drops sold at Walmart added to FDA's list of potentially harmful products
Walmart eye drops are the 27th concerning eye product on the FDA's list.
US infant mortality rate rose to 3% in 2022, largest increase in 2 decades, CDC says
The U.S. infant mortality rate rose 3% last year, which is the largest increase in two decades.
Anger can motivate people to achieve their goals, new study suggests: 'Sharpened focus'
Looking to get stuff done? Being angry might help, according to a new study from the American Psychological Association.
Maryland man who received second pig heart transplant dies, hospital says
The second person to receive a transplanted heart from a pig has died, nearly six weeks after the highly experimental surgery, his Maryland doctors announced Tuesday.
'Fall back' this weekend for daylight saving time. Here’s what you need to know
In a few days, we’ll move our clocks back an hour to gain a little more sleep as part of the traditional time adjustment.
Certain kinds of music may help you feel less pain, study suggests
Researchers in Canada conducted a study that implies some songs you enjoy listening to may lessen the pain you feel.