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September 17, 2024

Boar's Head ditches liverwurst, a once-popular sandwich staple that Americans no longer stomach

Boar's Head announced on Friday it was ending its production of liverwurst, the fallout from a massive product recall. The decision marks the "wurst" of times for a once-beloved lunch staple.

September 17, 2024

Leukemia patient receives first-ever bone marrow transplant from deceased organ donor

The bioengineering company Ossium Health has created a new program that offers deep-frozen bone marrow from deceased organ donors -- and a Michigan woman has received the first transplant.

September 16, 2024

'Vaccine fatigue' blamed as roughly half of people in US will skip COVID and flu shots this year

A growing number of U.S. adults are hesitant to get recommended vaccines this fall, a new survey found. Doctors discuss potential reasons and why it could be concerning.

September 16, 2024

This country is banning daytime junk food commercials aimed at children

A European country will be banning late-night junk food commercials before 9:00 p.m. each evening starting in October 2025 in an effort to curb childhood obesity.

September 16, 2024

Havana Syndrome study halted as review finds some patients were coerced

A long-term study on patients with Havana Syndrome has been shut down after an investigation by the National Institute of Health discovered the mishandling of medical data.

September 16, 2024

Alzheimer’s disease could be slowed by boosting a certain protein in the brain, researchers say

Boosting a certain brain protein could help slow the progression of Alzheimer’s disease, a new study has found. The University of Cincinnati researchers and an Alzheimer's Association expert weigh in.

September 16, 2024

Matthew Perry's death is tied to a problem that is more common than you know

Nearly a year after actor Matthew Perry's death and the courts are still working on the complicated case. At its heart is a drug crisis that only recently resulted in prosecution.

September 15, 2024

51 inspirational quotes to help you stay strong, healthy and motivated in tough times

Here is wit, wisdom and inspiration to help you stay strong, healthy and motivated in tough times or any time — from well-known people of all walks of life and from historical figures as well.

September 15, 2024

'Dead butt syndrome' could happen after sitting too long, here's how to avoid the condition

Sitting for prolonged periods is can cause “dead butt syndrome," or gluteal amnesia, according to health experts. Here's how to know if you have it, and how to treat and prevent it.

September 14, 2024

Hit the road: New study suggests travel could delay aging, improve physical and mental health

A study from an Australian university found that travel and activities while traveling could delay the aging process and improve bodily systems.