Firefighters cut open playground slide to rescue 40-year-old man stuck inside
The Vernon Fire Department and first responders rescued a 40-year-old man who was stuck headfirst inside a playground school slide in the sweltering August heat.
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Largest measles outbreak in US is officially over, health officials say
The Texas health department has declared the end of the measles outbreak after 42 days without new case, with officials urging continued vigilance as global outbreaks pose future risks.
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Medical group goes against CDC, recommends COVID shots for young kids
A pediatric medical group contradicts CDC guidance by including COVID-19 vaccines in its annual immunization schedule for children at the highest risk of severe illness.
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Cutting out alcohol and medicating sooner could prevent 'silent killer,' experts say
Health experts urge earlier blood pressure treatment to prevent heart disease, as well as cutting out alcohol, as new guidelines focus on comprehensive risk factors.
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Tourists warned of rabies risk after bats infest cabins at national park
Health officials are sounding the alarm after hundreds of people were potentially exposed to rabies while staying in cabins at Grand Teton National Park.
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‘I’m a psychiatrist – here’s how to reduce anxiety in just 15 seconds'
Psychiatrist Dr. Daniel Amen recommends diaphragmatic breathing as the easiest way to manage anxiety and reduce cortisol levels caused by chronic stress.
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Valley fever cases spike to record levels in West Coast state, health officials warn
Valley fever fungal infection surges across California, affecting thousands with symptoms similar to COVID-19 and potential serious health complications.
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Skin cancer risk can increase with dangerous new trend, doctors warn
Skin specialists caution that the viral "sunburn tattoo" trend causes cumulative UV damage to teens' skin, accelerating aging and elevating cancer risks over time.
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Bindi Irwin's painful medical journey ends with life-changing surgeries
Wildlife conservationist Bindi Irwin shares her endometriosis journey to encourage conversations about women's health and reduce the stigma around the condition.
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Francis Ford Coppola's treatment sheds light on heart condition affecting millions
Francis Ford Coppola underwent a scheduled cardiac procedure in Rome to update his atrial fibrillation treatment with the original inventor, Italian doctor Andrea Natale.
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Cancer vaccine shows promise in preventing recurrence of pancreatic, colorectal tumors
A new cancer vaccine targeting KRAS gene mutations shows promise in preventing pancreatic and colorectal cancer recurrence in a UCLA clinical trial.
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Mosquito-borne dengue fever cases surge at popular US vacation destination
Dengue fever cases have surged in Hawaii with the latest travel-related infection, prompting health department warnings about mosquito-borne virus prevention for returning travelers.
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Tennis champion Monica Seles reveals incurable disease as doctor shares what to know
Myasthenia gravis is an autoimmune disease causing muscle weakness that fluctuates throughout the day, with symptoms ranging from eye issues to breathing problems.
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Specific symptoms could warn of MS more than a decade before diagnosis, study finds
A new University of British Columbia study finds that MS patients visit doctors more frequently for mental health issues and fatigue many years before diagnosis.
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Parents defend using push-ups and squats as punishment in viral video
Oregon parents Katie and Dustin Maletich discuss using fitness as a discipline method and means of teaching kids about self control, despite public pushback.
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Person infected with brain-eating amoeba after water-skiing, health officials say
A brain-eating amoeba case in Missouri highlights the risks of warm freshwater activities, as health officials recommend preventing water from entering the nose.
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What people who live to 100 years old have in common, according to science
Studies show that centenarians, people who live to 100, accumulate health conditions more slowly and have a lower disease burden compared to shorter-lived individuals.
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Viral 12-3-30 treadmill trend may burn more fat than running, researchers say
Scientific research validates the 12-3-30 treadmill trend from TikTok, showing that the walking workout burns 41% fat versus 33% for running in calorie comparison.
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Celeb's cancer warning, plus Viking diet and 'super ager' secrets
The Fox News Health Newsletter brings you trending and important stories about healthcare, drug developments, mental health issues, real people's triumphs over medical struggles, and more.
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Popular weight-loss drugs linked to sudden vision loss, research suggests
New studies found that Americans with type 2 diabetes who are taking GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic and Mounjaro could face an increased risk of rare eye conditions.
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Record low number of Americans report drinking alcohol, and new teetotalers are explaining why
New Gallup poll shows only 54% of Americans drink alcohol, the lowest rate in nearly 90 years, as health concerns about moderate drinking grow nationwide.
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ChatGPT dietary advice sends man to hospital with dangerous chemical poisoning
Man suffers hallucinations, paranoia and bromism symptoms after following ChatGPT's advice to use sodium bromide instead of table salt for health reasons.
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Stepdad punishes boy's disrespect with pushups and squats in viral video
A viral video shows a stepdad using exercise as punishment after his stepson tells his mom to "chill," sparking millions of views and mixed reactions on the approach.
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Melanoma can be deadly: What to know about the disease that killed Kelly Clarkson’s ex
Kelly Clarkson's former husband, Brandon Blackstock, passed away from melanoma at his Montana home, ending a three-year private fight against the deadly skin cancer.
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Study reveals why ‘super agers’ maintain ‘outstanding memory’ into their 80s
A 25-year Northwestern study finds that super agers maintain exceptional memory through strong social relationships and unique brain characteristics.
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