Healthy Living

Man’s blood used to create antivenom for 19 deadly snakes

Scientists have created what they believe to be the most broadly effective antivenom to date — and its key ingredient came from a single man's blood. Both the researchers and the donor reveal how it all came together.

NIH closes experimentation labs accused of brutally killing thousands of beagles for 40+ years

Under the leadership of President Donald Trump, National Institutes of Health (NIH) shut down its beagle testing laboratory.

'I'm a doctor: Here are 11 things you should know about measles'

Amid the ongoing measles outbreak, Allison Croucher, a pediatrician in Illinois, said she often gets these questions from parents who are concerned about the spread.

Vine-ripe tomatoes recalled due to salmonella risk: 'Do not consume'

An Indiana company is recalling vine-ripe tomatoes because of the potential that the items have been contaminated with salmonella. The tomatoes were sold in 11 states.

Semaglutide found to have shocking benefit for liver disease patients in new study

Semaglutide injections reversed some cases of MASH liver disease in clinical trials, reducing inflammation in 62.9% of patients and offering new hope for those with the life-threatening condition.

Gwyneth Paltrow ditches 'caveman diet': What to know about the Paleo diet

Actress Gwyneth Paltrow recently revealed on her podcast that she's grown tired of the so-called caveman diet and has begun eating other foods. Nutrition experts shared pros and cons of the diet.

A common killer bug is endangering Americans: ‘Pandemic in plain sight’

Streptococcus Group A affects close to 20% of U.S. children, according to Dr. Joshua Osowicki, senior research fellow at the Murdoch Children’s Research Institute in Australia.

Weight-loss drugs to get surprising endorsement from global health giant

The WHO announced its plan to support GLP-1 weight-loss drugs, like Wegovy and Zepbound, to address the global obesity epidemic, according to Reuters.

Over 2 million pressure cookers recalled after dozens of consumers suffer injuries

In response to numerous injury reports, a leading appliance manufacturer is recalling more than 2 million units of its Ninja Foodi OP300 Series Multi-Function Pressure Cookers.

Gender dysphoria treatments pose ‘significant risks’ to kids and teens, HHS report reveals

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) on Thursday released a comprehensive review of best practices for children and teens with gender dysphoria.