Healthy Living

Newlyweds who lost legs in Boston Marathon bombings share their source of strength

The newlyweds who lost their legs in the Boston Marathon bombings say they have found strength in the days since the tragedy through love from strangers and each other.

Up to 50 potentially exposed to tuberculosis at Ohio hospital's neonatal unit

Health officials in Ohio said nearly 50 people may have been exposed to tuberculosis (TB) in the neonatal intensive care unit at an Ohio hospital by a patient unaware of their diagnosis at the time.

American Airlines under fire for potentially endangering peanut allergy sufferers

An advocacy group has filed a Department of Transportation complaint against American Airlines, arguing airline is breaking the law by not allowing passengers with peanut allergies to pre-board.

Hormone specialists want more education about transgender patients

Doctors who specialize in conditions involving hormones need more training on how to treat people who are transgender, suggests a new study.

City quarantines hundreds of cats amid bird flu outbreak

This is a cat-astrophe!

Georgia mother, toddler fighting cancer together

Dealing with even a single loved one battling cancer is tough for any family, but one in Georgia must now stay strong for a young mother and her 14-month-old daughter.

New Hampshire family plans bucket list for 9-year-old with terminal brain tumor

In just a few short weeks, 9-year-old Ciara Brills’ life has changed dramatically.

Testing wearable sensors as 'check engine' light for health

A next step for smart watches and fitness trackers?

Gastric bypass may offer teens lasting weight loss

Extremely obese teens who get surgery to help shed excess pounds may achieve long-term weight loss, but some may also face additional operations and vitamin deficiency, two new studies suggest.

The good, bad and unknown about marijuana's health effects

It can almost certainly ease chronic pain and might help some people sleep, but it may also raise the risk of getting schizophrenia and trigger heart attacks.