Health - Page 621

August 27, 2024

Gender transitions for kids 'lack evidence of safety,' 23 states say in Supreme Court brief

Nearly two dozen states, led by Missouri AG Andrew Bailey, argue in an Supreme Court amicus brief that surgical gender transitions lack a proven safety record.

August 27, 2024

West Virginia middle school football player dies from head injury at practice

Middle school football player Cohen Craddock, 13, died from an injury that caused brain bleeding and swelling at his football practice Friday.

August 27, 2024

People with brain aneurysms at higher risk of some mental health disorders, study finds

People who have been diagnosed with a brain aneurysm may be more susceptible to certain mental health conditions, according to a study published by the American Heart Association.

August 27, 2024

Working the night shift may cause dangerous health conditions, long-term risk of disease

Studies have shown working the night shift increases one's risk of many health problems, such as cancer, cardiovascular disease and digestive issues.

August 27, 2024

New Hampshire resident dies after EEEV infection, as rare, lethal mosquito-borne virus spreads in New England

New Hampshire health officials confirmed an Eastern Equine Encephalitis Virus (EEEV) fatality as the rare, mosquito-borne virus raises concern in New England.

August 27, 2024

Accusations of Biden admin 'interference' in transgender surgery guidelines for minors probed by House GOP

A House panel is opening a probe into accusations the Biden administration sought to political interfere with age limit recommendations for transgender youth surgeries.

August 27, 2024

Massachusetts man's mysterious South Carolina death on Hilton Head vacation shakes family: 'Unimaginable loss'

The wife of a Massachusetts man who went missing in Hilton Head, South Carolina, for days before authorities found his body on Monday, is speaking out.

August 27, 2024

Most baby foods may not meet nutritional guidelines and use 'misleading claims,' study finds

As much as 60% of baby foods on the market may not meet the nutritional standards set by the World Health Organization (WHO), a new study has found. A nutritionist weighed in.

August 27, 2024

Dementia advice: Here are 16 safe things to say to your loved one

To help ensure smooth, stress-free communication, dementia experts shared some examples of the right things to say to people suffering from Alzheimer’s or other cognitive disorders.

August 27, 2024

US gold-medal swimmer Hunter Armstrong says his faith grounds him: 'I'm a Christian Olympian'

U.S. swimmer Hunter Armstrong of Ohio won a gold medal in the 2024 Paris Olympics for the 4x100m Freestyle Relay. In an on-camera interview, he credits faith for his success.