Health - Page 30

February 26

Dem governor doubles down on transgender protections after Trump State of the Union

Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer vows to veto anti-LGBTQ legislation, directly challenging Trump's push to ban minors' gender transitions nationwide.

February 26

Teen cancer survivor Gunnar Shields shares lymphoma journey, raises awareness

14-year-old Gunnar Shields, a lymphoma survivor, and Dr. Nicole Saphier discuss his cancer diagnosis at age 12, the treatment process and his efforts to raise money for other children with cancer.

February 26

Some 80-year-olds still have razor-sharp brains — and now scientists know why

SuperAgers over 80 generate twice as many new brain cells as typical older adults, explaining their exceptional memory that rivals people decades younger.

February 25

Rangers great Ron Duguay's family makes heartbreaking plea as he battles Stage 4 cancer

New York Rangers great Ron Duguay, 68, continues to battle Stage 4 colon cancer, and his family made a plea for support as he seeks additional treatment.

February 25

One type of olive oil has a surprising effect on brainpower during aging

A new study reveals extra virgin olive oil may protect brain health by improving gut bacteria and cognitive function in older adults.

February 25

Minnesota remains front line in Vance's 'war on fraud'; Walz given 60 days 'to clean up the systems'

Vice President JD Vance announced a temporary halt of Minnesota Medicaid payments after an alleged billion-dollar fraud scandal. Mehmet Oz says it's the largest fraud enforcement ever.

February 25

Novo Nordisk to slash Wegovy, Ozempic list prices

Board certified rheumatologist Dr. Mahsa Tehrani discusses Novo Nordisk's decision to dramatically cut the U.S. list prices for its popular diabetes and weight-loss drugs Ozempic and Wegovy on ‘America Reports.’

February 25

'Father Knows Best' star Lauren Chapin dead at 80 after 5-year cancer battle

Lauren Chapin, the beloved "Father Knows Best" star who played Kathy "Kitten" Anderson, has died at age 80 after a five-year cancer battle, her son announced.

February 25

Country star Carly Pearce issues urgent health plea after being ignored by doctors: 'Please go get checked'

After years of health struggles, Carly Pearce now manages her heart inflammation condition pericarditis and encourages others to listen to their bodies.

February 25

Flu season could linger into spring as doctors warn of second wave on the way

The 2025-26 flu season could continue into spring with unusual persistence and high severity. A new H3N2 variant is causing serious illness in children, a doctor says.