Costco sold baby wipes containing high levels of PFAS, lawsuit claims
The lawsuit was filed by two women claiming they would not have bought the products knowing they were unsafe.
Dr. Ruth, pioneering sex therapist, dies at 96
Dr. Ruth became a pop icon, media star and best-selling author through her frank talk about once-taboo topics. Here is a look back at her career.
3 Colorado poultry workers presumed to have bird flu
Three people who had direct contact with infected animals in Colorado are presumed to have contracted bird flu.
Medicines that don't mix well with extreme heat: What to know
Learn how extreme heat can worsen the side effects of common medications and get advice on proper storage and handling.
Lupus: What to know about the autoimmune disease
Lupus has no cure and the exact cause is unknown, but in a recent breakthrough study, scientists believe they may have found a primary cause of the complex autoimmune disease.
Lupus breakthrough: Researchers may have found cause of autoimmune disease
Researchers claim they have found a “molecular defect" that leads to lupus. Autoimmune experts weigh in on the potential impact.
Tampons can contain toxic metals like lead and arsenic, study finds
Researchers found various concentrations of 16 types of metals, including toxic metals lead and arsenic, across all tampons they tested in a new study. Here's what else they found.
Most stressed cities in America: Where does NYC rank?
New York City ranked no. 36 as one of the most stressed cities in the U.S., according to a study by WalletHub.
Human plague case confirmed in Colorado, health officials warn
A human case of the plague has been confirmed in Pueblo County, Colorado, about 100 miles south of Denver, with health officials urging precautions for both people and pets.
Does social media need warning labels? Experts weigh in
As awareness grows about rising mental health issues facing young people many experts believe it's time to put warning labels on social media.
NJ beaches all clear after fecal bacteria warnings ahead of July 4th weekend
Swimming advisories have been lifted at five New Jersey beaches after high levels of fecal bacteria were found in the water Wednesday.
Design FC partners with Common Goal: Mental Health Awareness for Youth Soccer Players
A new program called Design FC is running 'Create the Space' training sessions to help young soccer players express themselves on and off the pitch, as well as feeling safe and improving their mental well-being.
‘Heartbreaking’ hoarding disorder rises as America ages, according to new Senate report
The new report details the effects caused by hoarding disorder, which affects as many as 14 million Americans.
Experts worry over pandemic's toll on child development
New data is showing that some young children are still dealing with the aftereffects of COVID-19 lockdowns and stay-at-home orders, and are struggling with classroom social skills.
FDA approves Eli Lilly's Alzheimer's drug that can modestly slow disease
Eli Lilly's Kisunla is the second treatment available in the U.S. that has been shown in trials to modestly slow a decline in memory.
COVID summer surge? What the latest data is revealing about NY, NJ infections
The CDC is confirming a COVID surge is already underway in several states across the U.S. But does that include NY and NJ?
Ambulance response times in NYC hit pandemic-era highs
New data shows it's taking longer for ambulances to arrive at the scene of emergencies here in the city.
What is ‘sober curious’? All about the growing shift on alcohol
The “sober curious” alcohol movement is becoming more mainstream. Here’s what it’s about and how it could impact your life.
Daily multivitamins might not help you live longer, study finds: 'No differences in mortality'
A study found those who took daily multivitamins did not have a lower risk of death from any cause than people who took no multivitamins.
Study: Multivitamins fail to extend life span
A study by the National Institute of Health found that long-term multivitamin use did not bring any reduction in risk of death.