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September 6, 2024

Breast cancer drug could help prolong survival for children with brain tumors, study finds

A drug called ribociclib, currently used to treat breast cancer, could prove to be an effective weapon against pediatric high-grade glioma, an aggressive childhood brain cancer, a new study says.

September 5, 2024

Gutfeld on doctor’s warning about making your bed: ‘This is not a chore, it’s a step in the right direction’

‘The Five’ co-hosts debate the practice of making the bed after a doctor claims it could have health consequences.

September 5, 2024

'Napuccino' trend: Caffeine before a nap could be key to better sleep

A "napuccino" is the method of drinking a caffeinated beverage before taking a nap to wake up extra-energized. Sleep expert Kelly Baron and nutritionist Ilana Muhlstein discussed its effectiveness.

September 5, 2024

Valley fever outbreak reported after California music festival as health officials cite 'hotspot'

Several people have contracted Valley fever following an outdoor music festival near Bakersfield, California, according to a statement from the California Department of Public Health.

September 5, 2024

Biden-Harris make desperate marijuana move, as rule of law goes to pot 

There are only a few months left until the election and loosening marijuana laws is a major agenda item for the Biden-Harris administration. They want to satisfy their far-left base.

September 5, 2024

Gen Z employees are taking more sick days than previous generations — here's why

Various reports have found that Gen Z is the most likely to take advantage of paid sick leave. HR experts plus Dr. Marc Siegel discuss why young Americans are calling in sick more than ever.

September 4, 2024

Deployed soldier pleads for rescue of puppy found overseas: 'Part of my soul'

Sgt. Nico, who is deployed overseas, has called on the nonprofit Paws of War to help deliver his found dog, Mia, to safety in the U.S., where his family is waiting.

September 4, 2024

Breast cancer screenings may decline for women who receive false-positive test results, says study

High rates of false-positive test results may be keeping women from sticking to recommended mammogram screenings for breast cancer, a new study has found. Experts weigh in.

September 4, 2024

Sepsis a top killer behind heart disease, cancer in US: What to know, how to avoid the condition

As Sepsis Awareness Month kicks off, medical experts share the symptoms, risks and prevention tips for the condition, which can occur as a complication of an infection.

September 3, 2024

San Francisco Democrat mayor says 49ers' Ricky Pearsall shooting 'sets back' her record amid re-election bid

San Francisco mayor London Breed said the recent shooting of 49ers rookie Ricky Pearsall has "set back all the hard work" she's done amid a re-election bid.