HEALTH
Why Do People Carry a Blue Bucket on Halloween?
Carrying a blue bucket on Halloween has become a way to ask others to be sensitive to those who might find trick-or-treating a challenge.
The 10 States Where Online Abortion Drug Service Was Most in Demand
The research was carried out after a spike in anti-abortion legislation, and a drop in patients accessing the procedure, the authors explained.
Some Keto Diets Could Make This Skin Condition Far Worse, Scientists Warn
Scientists fed mice with different ketogenic diets and watched how their skin changed.
Psoriasis Linked to Higher Risk of Developing, Dying of Cancer
"As with people without psoriasis, making healthy lifestyle changes might lower the risk of cancer," the co-author of the study told "Newsweek."
Your Gut Appears to Itch Like Your Skin Does And It May Cause IBS Pain
Scientists studied mice and human tissue in the hope of one day creating a medication to treat IBS.
Best Treatment for Aggressive Alzheimer's Patients May Not Involve Meds
Symptoms of dementia, such as aggression, could be eased without medicine according to a study.
First Transdermal Patch for Schizophrenia Approved by FDA
A transdermal patch that could bring relief to people with schizophrenia has been approved by the FDA.
High Testosterone Levels 'Significantly' Boost Women's Running Ability
Research follows South African runner Caster Semenya being banned from competing by the IAAF without taking medication to lower her testosterone levels.
Pink-Clad Michigan Attorney Raises Funds for Breast Cancer Support
"As a man, I don't have the primary worry of being the next one diagnosed with breast cancer—though it certainly could happen," Ryan Plecha told Newsweek. "However, I am fully aware that any of the women in my life just might be the next one."
Scientists 'Resurrect' the Ancient Gene That Gave Rise to Malaria
The team reconstructed a 50,000-year-old gene sequence that allowed malaria to infect human red blood cells.
Food Animals Are More and More Resistant to Antibiotics, Study Shows
Antibiotic-resistant bacteria is on the rise in livestock, which could affect human health.
Bacterial Disease That Spreads From Animals to Humans Reported in U.S. Dogs
The bacterial disease, leptospirosis, has been recently been reported in the United States.
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Ranked: The Cities With Greatest Interest in Veganism
Six of the top 20 are in the U.S., but it's a British city that tops the list.
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America's Healthiest (and Least Healthy) States
In addition to smoking, obesity and pollution, there is another factor that could affect your health—where you live.
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States with Highest Levels of Excessive Drinking
The more highly paid and educated a person is, the more likely it is that they will drink to excess.
Stressed pregnant women are less likely to have boys, study finds
The study follows research linking 9/11 to a decrease in male births.
Rare, Incurable Skin Hardening Condition Leaves Woman Struggling to Eat
"I decided this illness would not beat me. I've been determined to keep as strong and positive as I possibly can," said Georgina Pantano.
Study Claiming Gene-Edited Babies May Face Earlier Death Retracted
Chinese scientist edited the genes of twin girls to try to make them more resistant to HIV.
AOC, Top Democrats Blast 'Pink Tax' on Women's Products
Keith Ellison joined Alexanddria Ocasio-Cortez in ridiculing a "pink tax" on tampons and other feminine hygiene products; meanwhile, Ohio unanimously passed a repeal of state sales tax on feminine products.
Arachnophobe Who Woke Up With Earache and Vertigo Finds Spider In His Ear
"My initial reaction was just to get the bloody thing out of me as fast as possible," the man said.
DNA Testing Company Settles Health Care Fraud Allegations for $42.6 Million
A genetics testing company settled out of court for $42.6 over allegations of healthcare fraud.
World Mental Health Day: Suicide Prevention, Mental Health Promotion
Close to 800,000 people die by suicide each year in the United States.
Poultry company expands its recall of products due to bacteria
Tip Top Poultry has expanded its recall list due to concerns over listeria, a bacterium that can cause serious health problems for the infected, including stillbirths for pregnant women.
Florida Woman Had Parts of Feet Amputated After Cut During Salon Pedicure
The incident left Lisa Scarborough in a coma, while a lack of blood supply to her hands and feet has forced her to have several amputations—including half her left foot and the toes on her right foot.
Mother Kisses 10-month Old Baby Born Without Skin for First Time
Ja'bari Gray was born on New Year's Day in San Antonio, Texas, missing the skin on most of his body.