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December 3, 2023

Avian flu confirmed in California, 250,000 birds euthanized amid spread concerns

Animal disease experts are raising concern about the spread of the avian flu in the Bay Area after two farms in Sonoma County said they had to euthanize around 250,000 birds.

December 3, 2023

Video shows moments Connecticut police officers rescue woman from jumping off 100-foot bridge

Video shows moments Connecticut Police Officers were able to save woman from committing suicide.

December 3, 2023

Connecticut Police Officers rescue woman from bridge

Video shows officers in Connecticut save woman from self harm. (Credit: Connecticut State Police)

December 3, 2023

Childhood pneumonia surge reported in Netherlands amid outbreak in China

Childhood pneumonia cases are surging in the Netherlands and in China, health agencies have reported. Here's what we know so far about the mysterious increase in respiratory infections.

December 3, 2023

As the last vanguards of the Greatest Generation pass, 7 things to know when caring for a parent

My father-in-law passed away last month, days away from his 99th birthday. He lived with us for 13 years. He was a great man, a World War II veteran who loved his wife and raised three children.

December 3, 2023

CRISIS IN NEW YORK: Mother recoils at safe injection site set across from school: 'Our babies are in there'

Francesca Barreiro said the East Harlem safe injection site across from her kid's school is making the neighborhood more dangerous and exposing kids to drug abuse.

December 3, 2023

Gratitude practices can improve both physical and mental health, expert says: ‘Profound effects’

Gratitude has been scientifically linked to improved physical and mental health. Dr. Anne-Katherin Eiselt of Teladoc Health shares why it's beneficial and how to cultivate a gratitude practice.

December 3, 2023

As physical therapist practices in America face staffing shortages, kids are 'suffering,' say experts

Outpatient physical therapist practices are experiencing severe staff shortages, according to a recent report by the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA). PTs weigh in on the situation.

December 3, 2023

Christians more likely to be skeptical of AI, worry about technology in churches

Christians are more likely to express skepticism about AI and generally are opposed to using generative artificial intelligence in church services, according to a survey.

December 2, 2023

Chinese health officials call out western media's lack of 'common sense' on country's respiratory illness rise

Chinese health experts are seeking to reassure the public on the spike in respiratory illnesses and are blaming western media outlets for misinformation.