February 4 Dangerous TikTok trend leaves boy badly burned as doctors issue warning Parents warned after NeeDoh toy causes severe burns to child's face when microwaved following TikTok trend. Doctors report treating similar cases from dangerous trend.
February 4 More than 200 people evaluated in Tennessee after carbon monoxide leak infiltrates university facility Carbon monoxide detectors failed to activate during dangerous leak at Milligan University on Wednesday, sending over 200 people to Tennessee hospitals for treatment.
February 4 Marijuana compound may help prevent dementia when paired with common drug A new study finds THC, when combined with an anti-inflammatory drug, improved memory and reduced Alzheimer’s-related brain damage in mice, raising hope for future treatment.
February 4 Plastic surgeon cites 'emotional blackmail,' poor evidence in warning against youth gender surgeries American Society of Plastic Surgeons warns against transgender surgeries for minors under 19, citing poor evidence and concerning European data.
February 4 Trump-signed shutdown bill sends $4M to children's hospitals under federal probe for transgender care President Donald Trump signed legislation funding two children's hospitals that HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has targeted over sex-change treatments for minors.
February 4 US plastic surgeons group breaks with medical establishment, sets age limit for gender surgery 'Outnumbered' reacts to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons' advisory against gender altering surgeries for children under 19.
February 4 CDC investigates new cruise ship outbreak after dozens report gastrointestinal illness A gastrointestinal outbreak was reported by the CDC on a luxury cruise ship, affecting 27 people during the Miami to Honolulu voyage. The investigation continues into the cause.
February 4 Dr. Marc Siegel on faith's role in Alabama man's miraculous 'Snowmageddon' survival Dr. Marc Siegel discusses Kelly Garner's incredible survival in freezing temperatures after a 40-foot fall during a 2014 winter storm.
February 4 Plastic surgeons warn against gender surgeries for trans youth Plastic surgeons urge doctors to delay gender-affirming surgeries until patients are 19, citing European data and poor quality evidence. Dr. Sheila Nazarian explains concerns about long-term data and the influence of ideology over science.
February 4 People lost weight while eating significantly more food — here's the secret A new study reveals that people eating whole foods consumed 57% more food by weight, yet took in 330 fewer calories daily than ultra-processed eaters. Experts shared insights.
