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October 13, 2024

Boy facing blindness gets life-changing eye surgery: ‘Such a blessing’

A 7-year-old boy in West Africa who was going blind can now see again, thanks to life-changing eye surgery provided by the Mercy Ships charity. His doctors and mother speak about the experience.

October 13, 2024

Colorado woman runs 2,200-mile Appalachian Trail in 40 days, beating fastest known time record

A professional runner from Colorado recently completed the 2,189-mile Appalachian Trail in a record 40 days time. She told Fox News Digital about her experience.

October 12, 2024

UNC player Tylee Craft dies at 23 of lung cancer; teammate scores touchdown wearing his jersey

UNC wide receiver Tylee Craft died Saturday at the age of 23. Before learning of his death, the team held a ceremony for him, and J.J. Jones scored a touchdown wearing Craft's jersey.

October 12, 2024

ADHD now affects 15.5 million US adults, says new CDC report

Diagnoses of ADHD are on the rise among adults in the U.S. Approximately 15.5 million adults had a diagnosis in 2023, according to a new CDC report. A psychotherapist weighs in.

October 12, 2024

Mask mandates return for health care facilities in deep blue state

Certain California counties in the Bay Area have reinstated limited mask mandates for health care facilities during flu and cold season to prevent the spread of illness.

October 12, 2024

Minimize acne scars and incorporate these vitamins into your daily self-care routine

Acne scars don't always develop from breakouts, but they could. If you have acne scars, vitamins, combined with treatment from a dermatologist, can clear your skin.

October 12, 2024

Roundup weed killer cancer lawsuits keep mounting as Pennsylvania man is awarded $78 million

A Pennsylvania man was awarded $78 million after a jury agreed with his argument that he developed cancer from using the weed killer Roundup.

October 12, 2024

Grateful children make parents happier and less stressed, new study suggests

When parents hear "thank you" from their children, the parents' reaction is improved mental well-being and less stress, according to a recent study published in The Journal of Positive Psychology.

October 11, 2024

Whooping cough cases up more than 340% over this time last year

Whooping cough (pertussis) infections continue to rise in the U.S., with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimating more than 17,600 cases as of Oct. 5.

October 11, 2024

LSU player sues school for alleged negligence after brain cancer diagnosis

LSU football player Greg Brooks is suing the school for negligence, alleging his health has worsened since surgery to remove a brain tumor.