Healthy Living

Utah porn age verification law will remain in place after judge dismisses challenge

A law that requires porn users in Utah to verify their age will remain in place after a judge dismissed a lawsuit challenging it. The law was challenged by adult entertainers.

Black Panther Party-tied clinic at Seattle middle school offers free gender-reassignment meds to 11-year-olds

The partially taxpayer-funded health clinics that have Black Panther Party roots at Seattle public schools are offering gender-reassignment medications for sixth-graders.

Pregnant women struggle to find care in ‘maternity deserts,’ new study finds: ‘We need more support’

The March of Dimes’ latest report explores the state of maternity care throughout all 50 states, Washington, D.C. and Puerto Rico. Dr. Elizabeth Cherot breaks down the findings.

Be well: Treat and prevent dry eye syndrome from extended screen use

One of the effects of prolonged screen time is dry eye syndrome. Dr. Jean Carruthers, a clinical professor of ophthalmology at the University of British Columbia, shared treatment tips.

Long Island toddler, 1, dead after 8 hours in hot car

A 14-month-old Long Island girl has been reported dead after her grandmother left her in a hot car for eight hours while she was at work.

Hospital insider warns trans kids on hormones frequenting ER for harming themselves in cry for help

MaineHealth insider said that children with gender dysphoria are being seen in the emergency room after initiating trans hormones.

On this day in history, August 1, 1893, shredded wheat is patented: 'Wonder of the ages'

Shredded wheat was patented on this day in history, August 1, 1893. More than a century later, the odd, pillow-shaped food item remains a staple for many people.

Greater numbers of women are dying of alcohol-related conditions, study finds

A rising number of women are dying from alcohol-related deaths, a new study has found. Here are potential factors that could be driving up the health risk.

Lead and other metal contaminants increase heart disease risk, AHA warns: ‘We need to do better’

The American Heart Association is warning that lead exposure can raise the risk of cardiovascular disease, with Florida leading the U.S. in the number of lead pipes. Here's what to know.

Preschooler walks at graduation despite facing partial paralysis amid ceremony: 'Full of life'

Estella Henderson of Iowa, attended her preschool graduation and in the middle of the ceremony, she went into partial paralysis, but that did not stop her from accepting her diploma.