Water additive recalled over potentially deadly bacterial contamination An additive for drinking water is being recalled because it has been contaminated with a potentially deadly bacteria, according to the Food and Drug Administration.
Boy, 8, left scarred after allergic reaction to henna tattoo The mother of an 8-year-old boy who landed in the emergency room after having a severe reaction to a black henna tattoo is speaking out to warn others about the dangers of a seemingly harmless vacation treat.
Conjoined twins back in Bhutan after separation in Australia Two formerly conjoined Bhutanese twin girls arrived home Thursday after being separated in an operation in Australia, sparking joy when their family saw them walking independently.
Mom warns after toddler who choked on popcorn has pieces removed from lungs days later A Colorado mother is warning about the dangers popcorn can pose to young children after her 2-year-old developed pneumonia, and had to have pieces of the snack pulled out from his lungs.
Washington girl, 5, now cancer-free after dentist discovered tumor during routine visit Hunter Jones, pictured holding her certificate, is now cancer-free after Dr. Harlyn Susarla, left, ordered a panoramic X-ray which revealed a growing tumor, and set-off 18 months of intense treatment to beat an aggressive cancer.
Missouri man dies days after falling ill during IV vitamin treatment, report says A 64-year-old Missouri man died days after seeking a holistic treatment that involves an intravenous infusion of vitamins, raising the question of whether the therapy is safe for everyone, especially those with underlying conditions.
FDA approves ketamine-like nasal spray for depression A mind-altering medication related to the club drug Special K won U.S. approval Tuesday for patients with hard-to-treat depression, the first in a series of long-overlooked substances being reconsidered for severe forms of mental illness.
Ohio veterinarian warns essential oil diffusers can be toxic for cats: 'They just don't mix' Pet owners (particularly cat parents) should be mindful when using essential oil diffusers, especially if the device is a so-called “active diffuser,” a veterinarian in Ohio recently warned.
Birth control pills recalled over packaging error A Florida company is voluntarily recalling four lots of its birth control pills over defective packaging, which may result in incorrect tablet arrangements or empty blister pockets, and can affect the product’s efficacy.
Doctor apologizes after toddler diagnosed with 'chest infection' died from undetected sepsis A second doctor who failed to screen an ill toddler for sepsis has apologized to her grieving family after she died less than 24 hours after being misdiagnosed with a “chest infection.”
