Healthy Living

9/11 survivor shocked by breast cancer diagnosis: 'But I'm a man'

Jeff Flynn, 65, of Long Island, New York, was shocked when he was diagnosed with stage 3 breast cancer in 2011

Viral outbreak at New Jersey rehabilitation facility leaves 7 kids dead, 11 others sickened, officials say

Another child has died in an outbreak of a viral illness at a New Jersey rehabilitation facility bringing the death toll to seven, while 11 others remain sickened, health officials said Wednesday.

6 kids dead, 12 sickened in viral outbreak at New Jersey pediatric center

An outbreak of a viral illness has killed six pediatric patients and sickened 12 others at a New Jersey rehabilitation facility as health officials continue to investigate the cause.

Thousands strike at University of California hospitals

About 15,000 medical workers on Tuesday started a three-day strike at five University of California medical centers amid a dispute over pay raises and job security, forcing the cancellation and rescheduling of thousands of surgeries and outpatient appointments, officials said.

2.5 million pounds of taquitos recalled over possible salmonella, listeria contamination

Nearly 2.5 million pounds of ready-to-eat meat and poultry taquitos have been recalled over concerns that the products may be contaminated with listeria and salmonella.

Colorado mom warns of 'choking game' after 11-year-old son dies

A Colorado mother is urging parents to carefully monitor their child’s internet use after her 11-year-old son died while participating in the “choking game."

Nancy Brinker: All women need access to the best breast cancer technology, now

We have made significant progress in creating more accurate breast cancer screening technology. But today, only about 50 percent of patients are receiving it. We must do more to ensure that all women know about, and have access to, the most advanced options available.

North Dakota women could buy marijuana-infused ‘inserts’ for menstrual pain if recreational measure passes

If North Dakota residents vote to next month to legalize recreational marijuana, women in the state could be able to purchase an unusual item that’s said relieve menstrual-related pain: cannabis-infused inserts.

8 things your mucus says about your health

Mucus protects our body by trapping bacteria and particles. The color and texture of your mucus can give clues about your overall health.

Colorado mom says 5-year-old died 17 days after rare cancer diagnosis: 'Our boy was stolen from us'

A Colorado mom is raising awareness after her five-year-old son died of an aggressive from Diffuse Intrinsic Pontine Glioma just 17 days after he was diagnosed.