CDC changes isolation time period for COVID-19 infections
Americans who test positive for COVID-19 no longer need to stay in isolation for five days, CDC officials say.
Americans who test positive for COVID-19 no longer need to stay in isolation for five days, CDC officials say.
5-day isolation for COVID-19 no longer needed, CDC says
U.S. health officials said Americans with COVID-19 no longer need to stay in isolation for five days.
U.S. health officials said Americans with COVID-19 no longer need to stay in isolation for five days.
Ultra-processed foods linked to higher risk of cancer, heart disease, early death, study says
Ultra-processed foods were linked to a higher risk of developing 32 different health issues in the new study – adding to a growing body of research on the subject.
Ultra-processed foods were linked to a higher risk of developing 32 different health issues in the new study – adding to a growing body of research on the subject.
COVID-19 fragments may cause problems after infection: Report
NIH researchers said when the body fights off COVID-19, fragments left over from the disease that are supposed to train the body to remember the virus could actually continue to cause inflammatory issues.
NIH researchers said when the body fights off COVID-19, fragments left over from the disease that are supposed to train the body to remember the virus could actually continue to cause inflammatory issues.
Pediatrician shares vaccination do's and don'ts for parents
Navigating vaccinations can be tough on kids and their parents. Pediatrician Dr. Evelyn Chan shares some tips for helping your child prepare for and get through shot appointments.
Navigating vaccinations can be tough on kids and their parents. Pediatrician Dr. Evelyn Chan shares some tips for helping your child prepare for and get through shot appointments.
Tips for parents whose kids are needle shy
If you're a parent or a caregiver, you've probably been through a vaccine appointment meltdown or two. So, we asked a pediatrician-turned-entrepreneur how to take the ?sting? out of your child's next checkup.
If you're a parent or a caregiver, you've probably been through a vaccine appointment meltdown or two. So, we asked a pediatrician-turned-entrepreneur how to take the ?sting? out of your child's next checkup.
DC singer Cat Janice dies after cancer battle; viral final song dedicated to young son
D.C. musician Cat Janice died Wednesday after a battle with cancer. Her final song, ‘Dance You Outta My Head,’ went viral and charted worldwide after it was released in January.
D.C. musician Cat Janice died Wednesday after a battle with cancer. Her final song, ‘Dance You Outta My Head,’ went viral and charted worldwide after it was released in January.
If you were vaccinated for measles in the 1970s and 80s you may not be protected: Doctors
Doctors say the measles shot some people got who were born in the 70s and the 80s actually wore off after about 20 years, putting them at risk.
Doctors say the measles shot some people got who were born in the 70s and the 80s actually wore off after about 20 years, putting them at risk.
Newborn heart surgery helps toddler born with Down syndrome thrive
Diagnosed in the womb with Down syndrome and a hole between the chambers of his heart, Beau Dillard, now 2, underwent a six-hour surgery at Children's Healthcare of Atlanta to repair his heart when he was just 5 weeks' old. Today, Kennesaw, Georgia, the 2-year-old is doing well.
Diagnosed in the womb with Down syndrome and a hole between the chambers of his heart, Beau Dillard, now 2, underwent a six-hour surgery at Children's Healthcare of Atlanta to repair his heart when he was just 5 weeks' old. Today, Kennesaw, Georgia, the 2-year-old is doing well.
Newborn undergoes lifesaving open heart surgery
A Cobb County toddler is doing well after undergoing newborn heart surgery. Beau Dillard was born with Down syndrome, and he had a common heart defect found in children with the genetic disorder: a hole in the center of his heart.
A Cobb County toddler is doing well after undergoing newborn heart surgery. Beau Dillard was born with Down syndrome, and he had a common heart defect found in children with the genetic disorder: a hole in the center of his heart.
FDA authorizes new treatment for accidental food allergy exposures
The Food and Drug Administration has authorized a new treatment for people with severe food allergies. Xolair is designed to head off a severe reaction from a accidental exposure.
The Food and Drug Administration has authorized a new treatment for people with severe food allergies. Xolair is designed to head off a severe reaction from a accidental exposure.
What is Xolair? FDA approves new food allergy drug
A new medication called Xolair may help with accidental exposures to food allergies like peanuts or dairy. According to FOX Medical Team's Beth Galvin, it isn't an "emergency" medication like an EpiPen.
A new medication called Xolair may help with accidental exposures to food allergies like peanuts or dairy. According to FOX Medical Team's Beth Galvin, it isn't an "emergency" medication like an EpiPen.
Ozempic and other weight-loss drug use is booming. But are Americans on board?
Ozempic and other weight-loss drugs are booming in popularity. Here’s what to know about them and what Americans are saying.
Ozempic and other weight-loss drugs are booming in popularity. Here’s what to know about them and what Americans are saying.
FDA approves food allergy drug to lessen severity of reactions to peanuts, dairy and more
Food allergy drug Xolair (omalizumab) was approved by the FDA, potentially lessening the severity of reactions to foods like peanuts, milk, eggs, wheat, and cashews.
Food allergy drug Xolair (omalizumab) was approved by the FDA, potentially lessening the severity of reactions to foods like peanuts, milk, eggs, wheat, and cashews.
Clark Atlanta senior makes comeback after road rage shooting
Amari Franklin feels happiest when she is behind her sewing machine.
Amari Franklin feels happiest when she is behind her sewing machine.
Woman battles back after random road rage shooting
Amari Franklin has loved fashion and design ever since she was a little girl and that love is what helped the Clark Atlanta University senior find her way back, and her calling, after being shot in random road rage attack.
Amari Franklin has loved fashion and design ever since she was a little girl and that love is what helped the Clark Atlanta University senior find her way back, and her calling, after being shot in random road rage attack.
Is the stomach bug going around? CDC reports norovirus spike in Northeast
Cases of the highly contagious norovirus, also known as the stomach bug, are rising across the Northeast, according to the CDC. How does norovirus spread? And how do you get norovirus?
Cases of the highly contagious norovirus, also known as the stomach bug, are rising across the Northeast, according to the CDC. How does norovirus spread? And how do you get norovirus?
Women likely to see greater benefit from regular exercise than men
A U.S. study found that women only need about half the exercise as men to get the same benefits, and that variations in our “anatomy and physiology” likely account for the differences.
A U.S. study found that women only need about half the exercise as men to get the same benefits, and that variations in our “anatomy and physiology” likely account for the differences.
Kentucky miracle baby defies odds, celebrates 1st birthday amid rare disease battle
Harmony Mullins, a baby from Kentucky diagnosed with a rare peroxisomal disorder, defied odds by celebrating her first birthday in February.
Harmony Mullins, a baby from Kentucky diagnosed with a rare peroxisomal disorder, defied odds by celebrating her first birthday in February.
'Oh my God, that's beautiful': Senior citizens try virtual reality in study showing their acceptance
A recent Stanford University study examined the impact of virtual reality (VR) on seniors' well-being, aiming to integrate VR into senior communities for health benefits and dementia management.
A recent Stanford University study examined the impact of virtual reality (VR) on seniors' well-being, aiming to integrate VR into senior communities for health benefits and dementia management.