Conjoined Michigan twins separated in 11-hour surgery The girls had lived their first 13 months attached from the chest to the belly button.
Japanese woman, 117, becomes country's oldest living person On Saturday, Kane Tanaka marked 117 years and 261 days alive, surpassing the age of the previous record holder by one day.
Manufacturer recalling 'subpotent' thyroid tablets, adverse effects reported, FDA says A manufacturer is recalling thyroid tablets found to be subpotent and with adverse effects, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
DHS investigates forced sterilization, hysterectomy allegations of illegal immigrants The Office of the Inspector General opened an investigation into the allegations presented in a whistleblower’s complaint from a former nurse at the Irwin County Detention Center in Ocilla, Ga.
Ronald McDonald House raises awareness for childhood cancer with 'September Step Up' challenge Ruth Browne, president and CEO of the Ronald McDonald House in New York City, said Wednesday that there's good news to report in the battle against cancer and highlighted the organization's "September Step Up" challenge, which is geared toward raising funds for patient care.
Coronavirus pediatric fatalities mostly among minorities, those with underlying conditions, CDC says Less than 1% of coronavirus-related deaths were among Americans younger than 21, and minorities and those with underlying conditions accounted for the vast majority of lives lost, according to new data.
Coronavirus-linked inflammatory condition hospitalizes 2 children in Idaho Two confirmed cases of coronavirus-associated Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C) in Idaho were reported this week.
Biden wins Scientific American's first endorsement in 175 years Scientific American focused on the president's response to the novel coronavirus, but editors also emphasized that Trump's shortcomings and "refusal to look at the evidence and act accordingly [extend] beyond the virus."
Dr. Siegel on potential COVID vaccine effectiveness: Unlike annual flu, virus is not 'a moving target' Fox News medical contributor Dr. Marc Siegel said Monday that the common flu, unlike coronavirus, is a "moving target" that often changes form from year to year, while COVID is more static in that regard.
Children spread coronavirus to family members following exposure at child care facilities, CDC says Children transmit coronavirus to their family members following exposure at child care facilities, according to a Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) report released Friday.
