HEALTH
CDC: A Fecal Parasite In Pools Is Causing An Increase In Illness Outbreaks
Cryptosporidium infection (cryptosporidiosis) is an illness caused by tiny, cryptosporidium parasites that live in water.
Best Amazon Prime Day Deals You Can Get Right Now
Amazon Prime Day 2019 kicks off July 15, but early sales have already begun. Check out our list of the best pre-Prime Day deals available now.
Bottle X: Exposing Impurities in the Generic Drug Business
In "Bottle of Lies," investigative journalist Katherine Eban pulls back the curtain on the generic drug business.
Man 'Rotted from the Inside Out' After Eating Gecko as Party Dare
The case follows the death of Sam Ballard, who recently died from rat lungworm after eating a garden slug for a dare at a party.
Could Cannabis Combat the Opioid Crisis?
Researchers say cannabis appears to treat both pain and insomnia—but urge caution about use of the drug.
Sanders Touts Medicare For All, Says U.S. Healthcare is Embarrassment
The U.S. healthcare system should no longer be an embarrassment around the world and should guarantee coverage for all Americans, said the senator.
Child, 2, Dies after Contracting E. Coli at San Diego Fair
Four children were sickened by the bacteria which is thought to have come from the petting zoo.
Wrestling Fans Urged to Get HIV Tests After Blood-splattered Show
"Welcome to the Wreckroom Pro Wrestling" featured a "Panes of Glass" match. One performer was left with 42 stitches.
FDA Warns Hackers Could Hijack Insulin Pumps And Alter Doses
Devices including MiniMed 508 insulin pump and MiniMed Paradigm series are being recalled over security risk.
New York Health Official Warns of Potential Lyme Disease Spike
Ticks bites can lead to potentially fatal illnesses like Lyme disease. Here's how to stay safe this summer.
Increased Dementia Risk Linked to Intestinal, Respiratory & Mood Drugs
The link between the drugs and development of dementia appears strong, but the study's researchers noted their findings show association rather than causation.
Cannabis Ingredient CBD Could One Day Become an Antibiotic
Scientists tested the drug against antibiotic-resistant bacteria, with promising results.
Best Slideshows
Ten Dental Care Tools that Will Leave You—and Your Dentist—Smiling
Electric toothbrushes, home whitening systems, and more to ensure your teeth stay healthy.
Best Slideshows
Vegan Cities Ranked: Places 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.
Best Slideshows
Alcohol Consumption: U.S. States with Highest and Lowest Levels of Excessive Drinking
The more highly paid and educated a person is, the more likely it is that they will drink to excess.
The Bugs on Your Eyeballs Could Be Used to Treat Diseases
Did you know that your eyes host a unique menagerie of microbes?
Scientists Left 20,000 Wallets Around the World to Test People's Honesty
Researchers handed in fake lost wallets in places like museums and hotels, and waited to see if it would be returned to its owner.
Low-carb Diet Could Reduce Risk of These Diseases
Scientists gave participants low-, medium- and high-carb diets to see what they did to their health.
E-cigarette Explodes in Teen's Mouth, Blowing up His Teeth, Breaking Jaw
"I had no idea that a vape pen could do this. It takes a lot of force to break your jaw," said the doctor who treated the boy.
People Posting About God on Facebook Likelier to Have This Health Problem
A new study links using certain terms in Facebook updates to health problems ranging from depression and drug abuse to Type 2 diabetes.
Donald Trump Jr. Attacking Biden For Not Curing Cancer is 'Outrageous'
"If Joe Biden wants to take that on as one of his priorities, more power to him," independent Senator Angus King said.
Vet Suffers Extreme Fatigue for a Decade after Catching Cat Scratch Disease
It took a year for Victoria Altoft's eye-sight to return to normal.
Girl with Rare Disease Develops Teddy Bear IV Covers For Kids
Ella Casano sailed pasted her crowdfunding goal of $5,000 in under a week, raising more than $20,000 for the Medi Teddy covers, which she plans to give to hospitals for free.
Suicide Rates Among Young Americans Hit Their Highest Levels since 2000
Researchers will next look at whether the opioid crisis has played a part in the rise.
How a Child's Brain Uses Energy Could Affect Their Risk of Being Obese
The period in which a kid's brain stops consuming so much fuel comes with the risk of becoming obese, scientists hypothesize.