Healthy Living

Severe childhood obesity has increased in the US: new study

There has been an increase in severe childhood obesity in recent years. Looking ahead to 2024, there are several things parents can do to help their children stay healthy and fit.

Why are some people color blind? Here's the science behind it, including how to recognize symptoms

If you or anyone in your family has color blindness, here's what to know about the vision condition — and what to watch for when it comes to the health of your eyes.

5 myths about ketamine, the drug tied to Matthew Perry's death, according to doctors

After Matthew Perry’s cause of death was ruled as “acute effects of ketamine" on Friday, experts are speaking out about misconceptions surrounding the drug.

Snacks pack more calories than a single meal for many US adults, study finds

Nearly a quarter of the calories U.S. adults consume comes from snacks, according to a new study. The lead researcher and a dietitian weighed in on the findings — and gave smart snacking tips.

Civilian targets suspected pedophiles in dozens of undercover stings

The founder and operator behind People v. Preds, which works to bust suspected pedophiles, spoke with Fox News Digital about the horrors of sex crimes against children.

Military Christmas wish: Deployed US Army unit calls for rescue of puppies and cat from freezing weather

Nine puppies and a cat have been found by a deployed U.S. Army unit. The soldiers are asking the New York nonprofit Paws of War to ship their furry friends to safety in America.

Most notable drug and vaccine approvals of 2023, according to pharmacists

GoodRx Health, an American health care company and telemedicine platform, compiled a list of some of the most influential drug and vaccine approvals of 2023. Here is a year-in-review roundup.

Mexico's health department closes melon-packing plant linked to deadly salmonella outbreak

Mexico's Health Department temporarily closed a Sonora melon-packaging plant on Friday after it was implicated in a salmonella outbreak responsible for at least eight deaths.

Source of severe morning sickness found in new study, could enable relief during pregnancy

A subset of pregnant women have severe, potentially debilitating nausea and vomiting — and now a new study has pinpointed the source, which could lead to new treatments.

Artist helps seniors capture precious memories in works of art: 'They bring their life experiences'

Erin Finley, an award-winning artist in Canada, is the creator of Memory Drawing, a program that helps older adults tap into their memories and express them in vibrant color.