Chicago White Sox closer Liam Hendriks says he has non-Hodgkins lymphoma cancer
"Hearing the word 'Cancer' came as a shock to my wife and I, as it does to millions of families each year," Liam Hendriks wrote. "However, I am resolved to embrace the fight and overcome this new challenge with the same determination I have used when facing other obstacles in my life."
"Hearing the word 'Cancer' came as a shock to my wife and I, as it does to millions of families each year," Liam Hendriks wrote. "However, I am resolved to embrace the fight and overcome this new challenge with the same determination I have used when facing other obstacles in my life."
Honey as an alternative to sugar? New study indicates the health benefits
Honey from a single floral source may improve blood sugar control, a new study found.
Honey from a single floral source may improve blood sugar control, a new study found.
New Alzheimer's drug: What to know as Leqembi hits the market
Here are some things to know about the FDA's approval of lecanemab, to be sold under the brand name Leqembi.
Here are some things to know about the FDA's approval of lecanemab, to be sold under the brand name Leqembi.
Feeling burned out at work? It may be time for a change.
Millions of Americans are feeling stressed about their jobs. So, what can you do if you feel like your work situation is no longer working for you? We asked licensed professional counselor Natolie Gray to weigh in on what to do do if you are burned out.
Millions of Americans are feeling stressed about their jobs. So, what can you do if you feel like your work situation is no longer working for you? We asked licensed professional counselor Natolie Gray to weigh in on what to do do if you are burned out.
Study: Children who habitually check social media may experience major brain changes
Researchers said habitual social media checking in teens is impacting their brain development at a time when they're already going through "significant structural and functional reorganization."
Researchers said habitual social media checking in teens is impacting their brain development at a time when they're already going through "significant structural and functional reorganization."
FDA approves Leqembi, Alzheimer's drug that modestly slows disease
The Food and Drug Administration approved it for patients with Alzheimer's, specifically those with mild or early-stage disease.
The Food and Drug Administration approved it for patients with Alzheimer's, specifically those with mild or early-stage disease.
Meet the man who performed ‘vital’ CPR on Damar Hamlin
Bills assistant athletic trainer Denny Kellington administered CPR that was "absolutely vital" to saving Hamlin’s life after he collapsed on the field from cardiac arrest following a tackle early in the first quarter of Monday night’s game.
Bills assistant athletic trainer Denny Kellington administered CPR that was "absolutely vital" to saving Hamlin’s life after he collapsed on the field from cardiac arrest following a tackle early in the first quarter of Monday night’s game.
Lifeline setting up temporary shelter to help stop spread of dog flu
As Canine influenza is spreading through animal shelters across the country, including in metro Atlanta, Lifeline Animal Project is setting up a temporary shelter to help stop the spread.
As Canine influenza is spreading through animal shelters across the country, including in metro Atlanta, Lifeline Animal Project is setting up a temporary shelter to help stop the spread.
Doctors treat chronic knee pain with injections of patient's own blood
Margaret Halbert had never heard of platelet rich plasma therapy until about a year ago. Now, the Atlanta woman considers the treatment a gamechanger for her chronic knee osteoarthritis pain.
Margaret Halbert had never heard of platelet rich plasma therapy until about a year ago. Now, the Atlanta woman considers the treatment a gamechanger for her chronic knee osteoarthritis pain.
Colorado library reopens after traces of meth found in building
Using meth indoors can virtually allow anything to become contaminated, including carpets, furniture, walls and surfaces.
Using meth indoors can virtually allow anything to become contaminated, including carpets, furniture, walls and surfaces.
German doctor gets over 2 years in prison for illegally issuing mask exemptions during pandemic
A regional court in the southwestern town of Weinheim confirmed Tuesday that the doctor was convicted of “issuing incorrect health certificates” to people from across Germany, most of whom she had never met or examined.
A regional court in the southwestern town of Weinheim confirmed Tuesday that the doctor was convicted of “issuing incorrect health certificates” to people from across Germany, most of whom she had never met or examined.
Sesame officially added to FDA's major food allergen list
A new federal law went into effect on Jan. 1 that requires all foods made and sold in the U.S. to be labeled if they contain sesame, which is now the nation's ninth major allergen.
A new federal law went into effect on Jan. 1 that requires all foods made and sold in the U.S. to be labeled if they contain sesame, which is now the nation's ninth major allergen.
Diabetes likely to surge in US children and teens by 2060, study finds
A recent study funded by the CDC and NIH projects young Americans with type 2 diabetes could increase by nearly 700% by the year 2060.
A recent study funded by the CDC and NIH projects young Americans with type 2 diabetes could increase by nearly 700% by the year 2060.
FDA expands availability of abortion pills
The change could expand access at both brick-and-mortar stores and online pharmacies.
The change could expand access at both brick-and-mortar stores and online pharmacies.
Jeremy Renner shares photo from hospital bed after snowplow accident: ‘Thank you all for your kind words’
Jeremy Renner shared a selfie on Instagram following a traumatic injury after an accident on New Year's Day.
Jeremy Renner shared a selfie on Instagram following a traumatic injury after an accident on New Year's Day.
Blue for Damar Hamlin: Tributes pour in for injured Buffalo Bills player
From national monuments to profile pics, tributes are pouring in as Damar Hamlin remains hospitalized in critical condition.
From national monuments to profile pics, tributes are pouring in as Damar Hamlin remains hospitalized in critical condition.
Canton blood donors might win Super Bowl tickets
Every person who donates blood during the City of Canton drive will be entered for a chance to win a Super Bowl getaway in Glendale, Ariz., organizers say.
Every person who donates blood during the City of Canton drive will be entered for a chance to win a Super Bowl getaway in Glendale, Ariz., organizers say.
The new omicron subvariant XBB.1.5: What you must know now
The strain, known as XBB.1.5, accounts for almost 41% of confirmed COVID-19 cases right now nationwide, according to data from the CDC.
The strain, known as XBB.1.5, accounts for almost 41% of confirmed COVID-19 cases right now nationwide, according to data from the CDC.
More kids sickened by edibles at home, as legal pot grows
A new study cites more than 7,000 cases of kids younger than 6 eating marijuana edibles. In some cases, nearly a quarter of those children were admitted to the hospital, some becoming seriously ill.
A new study cites more than 7,000 cases of kids younger than 6 eating marijuana edibles. In some cases, nearly a quarter of those children were admitted to the hospital, some becoming seriously ill.
Target delivers eggnog and hope for terminal cancer patient at the holidays
A terminal cancer patient and his Minneapolis family are feeling grateful as Target made sure he is fully stocked up on his favorite drink, eggnog, for the challenging weeks ahead, while the product disappears from store shelves.
A terminal cancer patient and his Minneapolis family are feeling grateful as Target made sure he is fully stocked up on his favorite drink, eggnog, for the challenging weeks ahead, while the product disappears from store shelves.