Lisa Marie Presley's cause of death revealed

Presley, known as the child of singer and actor Elvis Presley, died in January.

Houston, Harris County experiencing syphilis outbreak, 128% increase in women, says HHD

Houston and Harris County are experiencing a syphilis outbreak after Houston Health Department (HHD) reports a 128% increase in cases among women and 57% increase overall.

Doctors reattach boy's head after car accident thanks to 'amazing' surgery

Surgeons in Israel performed a miracle surgery and managed to reattach a boy’s head after he was hit by a car while riding his bike, a Jerusalem hospital announced this week.

Cyclospora: What is it and where does it come from?

While it’s usually not deadly, contracting a Cyclospora infection can often lead to frequent and sometimes explosive bowel movements if left untreated.

Study finds some pain medicines could soon be created from pine trees

Researchers in England have determined an alternative to making pain medications like ibuprofen from pine trees rather than crude oil.

Rare fungal infection leaves Wisconsin woman dead

A Kenosha wife and mother died after contracting a fungal infection in her lungs. While cases are rare, Wisconsin sees some of the highest rates in the U.S.

Heading off on your summer vacation? Follow these tips to stay healthy.

You have been waiting a long time for your summer vacation. Here are a few suggestions to help you stay healthy and enjoy your trip.

How to stay healthy on vacation
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Summer is the perfect time to take a break and go on an adventure. Some tips on what to pack and how to stay healthy, to enjoy every minute of the trip.

Feds: Stop making marijuana edibles that look like kids’ snacks

Federal officials issued a letter to six companies selling cannabis products warning them that kids may confuse their goods for snacks.

Toxic gas leak in South Africa kills 16, including 3 children, authorities say

South African police say at least 16 people, including three children, have died from a leak of a toxic nitrate gas that was being used by illegal miners to process gold.

Drinking water from nearly half of US faucets contains PFAS, study says

PFAS chemicals have been linked in animal studies to some cancers, including kidney and testicular, plus issues such as high blood pressure and low birth weight.

Morning-after pill vending machines gain popularity at college campuses post-Roe

Since last November, a library at the University of Washington has featured a different kind of vending machine. It's stocked with ibuprofen, pregnancy tests and the morning-after pill.

With a third of seniors reporting post-pandemic loneliness, one agency is helping older adults stay connected

The pandemic has left many seniors feeling more isolated and alone. Although rates of anxiety and depression are now higher in younger adults, surveys show more than a third of people between the ages of 50 and 90 say they continue to feel lonely and isolated. One Atlanta-based in-home health agency working o help its older clients stay connected and independent.

In-house caregivers companions for seniors
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Polls show that while seniors have lower rates of depression and anxiety than younger adults, many still feel isolated and alone. One local caregiving agency is working to change that.

Ohio researchers develop new breed of honeybees to fight parasites

Central State University's breeding program aims to create worker bees with smaller mandibles known as 'Ohio Mite Biters.'

Chattahoochee River stretch remains closed due to sewage spill

A busy stretch of the Chattahoochee River will be closed over the July 4 holiday weekend due to a sewage spill, according to Chattahoochee Riverkeeper.