HEALTH
Babysitter Backed for Walking Out on Diabetic Kid: 'Right Choice'
"Let me give this obviously uncomfortable person a five-minute crash course on how to give an injection, what could possibly go wrong?!" commented a Redditor.
'I Was Addicted to Alcohol and Cocaine, This Is How I Finally Got Sober'
Even at such a young age, I knew what had happened was not okay, but I didn't tell anyone.
Parasitic Worms Hiding in Man's Scrotum Caught on Video
The 26-year-old man in India sought medical attention after experiencing pain, swelling and low-grade fevers for one month.
Long COVID Might Be Key to Understanding Why Some People Get—and Stay—Sick
In this excerpt from his new book, journalist Ryan Prior shares how studying COVID complications will likely present one of the greatest scientific opportunities of the modern era, helping us understand myriad chronic illnesses.
Long Haul COVID: Like 'Demon Had Hijacked My Nervous System' Says Author
"COVID is a mass disabling event. It is catalyzing the next generation of the disability movement."
Tornadoes Hit 2 States as 'Long Day of Severe Weather' Begins
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport activated a "shelter in place" order because of a tornado warning.
Mom Slams 8th Grade 'Shame Based' Health Assignment for Teens
"Imagine the effect this would have on a middle school student already feeling self-conscious about their body," the concerned mom told Newsweek.
Gena Tew Says Medicine She Takes for 'Survival' Is $4K After AIDS Diagnosis
"I might end up doing something illegal to get my medicine," said the social media influencer on TikTok. "I ain't coming this far for nothing."
Parents Drugged Kids for Years With 'Alice in Wonderland' Bag of Opiates
The children, who were wheelchair bound and addicted to opioids when their parents were dosing them, are now able to walk, play sports, and are medication-free.
RSV and Strep A: Are Kids Getting Sick After COVID Lockdowns?
RSV rates are soaring across the U.S., while 15 children have died in the U.K. from Strep A.
Siberia Zombie Virus: How Likely Is an Actual Living Dead Apocalypse?
"A parasite like this is not likely to spillover to humans," Philippe Fernandez-Fournier told Newsweek. "But never say never!
Brendan Fraser Tackles Self-Harm Through 'Overeating' in 'The Whale'
The actor, along with director Darren Aronofsky and writer Samuel D. Hunter, spoke to Newsweek about their new movie "The Whale."
Influencer Given Months to Live After Cancer Battle: 'Fallen Into Oblivion'
"I've screamed for the children I would never have, the growing old, my friends, the life I was supposed to live," Natalie Fornasier said in an Instagram post.
VILPA: The Exercise You've Never Heard of That Could Save Your Life
Scientists discovered this exercise can lead to a near-50 percent reduction in cardiovascular disease mortality risk.
What Is Stiff-Person Syndrome? Céline Dion Diagnosed With Incurable Illness
"I have to admit it's been a struggle," Dion said on Instagram. "All I know is singing. It's what I've done all my life and it's what I love to do the most."
Leah Remini Addresses Kirstie Alley's Death, Slams 'Toxic' Scientology
"Scientologists are convinced they can cure themselves of diseases like cancer," former Scientologist Remini told "Rolling Stone."
Snake Tooth Found Lodged in Man's Finger After a Year of 'Unmerciful Pain'
"As soon as I realized what the splinter was, it all made sense," snake expert Collie Ennis told Newsweek.
When Will the Adderall Shortage Be Over?
The shortage was initially announced by the FDA in mid-October.
Man Films Gnarly Mites Living on His Eyelashes: 'I Will Gouge My Eyes Out'
"I wondered if I could see them on my own eyelashes, so I plucked a few out and looked at the roots," @gud_morning_dave, who posted the video, told Newsweek.
Joe Rogan Says There's 'Not a Chance' Dwayne Johnson Isn't on Steroids
"The Rock should come clean right now." Rogan said of musclebound screen star Johnson on his podcast.
MDMA Use at Start of Pandemic Rose Almost 300 Percent in New England Town
Researchers also found spikes in fentanyl and amphetamines by examining the town's sewage.
Man's Ear Infested With Flesh-Eating Maggots That Were Feasting on Eardrum
The man had been suffering from bleeding ears, pain and itching for five days before he went to a hospital.