A California art teacher died from rabies after an encounter with a bat in her classroom
By Carma Hassan, CNN (CNN) — A California art teacher died from rabies November 22, about a month after apparently being infected by a bat she…
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More than half of Americans say ‘alone time’ is essential to their mental well-being, survey finds
By Julianna Bragg, CNN (CNN) — Holiday gatherings have a way of amplifying everyone’s quirks. I was looking forward to hosting my parents for…
Continue ReadingYou need to care more about your son’s health. This urologist explains why
By Dr. Jamin Brahmbhatt, CNN (CNN) — As a urologist, I’ve spent my career talking to thousands of men about their health — even those who…
Continue ReadingHouse Covid-19 panel releases final report criticizing public health response to the pandemic
By Katherine Dillinger, CNN (CNN) — A Republican-led House committee investigating broad aspects of the Covid-19 pandemic and its effects in…
Continue ReadingBelly fat linked to signs of Alzheimer’s 20 years before symptoms begin, study says
By Sandee LaMotte, CNN (CNN) — As the size of a person’s belly grows, the memory center of their brain shrinks and beta amyloid and tau may…
Continue ReadingCalifornia suspends distribution of Raw Farm raw milk products after bird flu detection
By Jamie Gumbrecht, CNN (CNN) — Distribution of Raw Farm raw milk products has been suspended after bird flu virus was found in milk samples,…
Continue ReadingThese scientists want to give patients medicines wrapped in silk
By Rebecca Cairns, CNN (CNN) — For centuries, Thailand has produced premium silk fabrics, exported around the globe. However, biomedical…
Continue ReadingI don’t have diabetes, but I wore a glucose monitor for six weeks. Here’s what I learned about food (and anxiety)
CNN By Meg Tirrell, CNN (CNN) — One day in September, I stood in front of my open refrigerator, ravenous but unable to figure out what I should…
Continue ReadingRespiratory illness season begins to ramp up now. Here’s what’s already starting to hit
By Deidre McPhillips, CNN (CNN) — Despite a relatively slow start to respiratory disease season, low vaccination rates threaten that trend and…
Continue ReadingA phone may be a magical gift for your child, and these rules can keep it from turning into a bad move
By Madeline Holcombe, CNN (CNN) — Your child has been asking for one for so long, and the holiday season might be the time –– especially if…
Continue ReadingRecalled cucumbers linked to multistate salmonella outbreak, health agencies warn
By Jamie Gumbrecht, CNN (CNN) — Cucumbers distributed to more than two dozen US states and Canada are being recalled after 68 reported…
Continue ReadingHow long can a Thanksgiving buffet sit out? A doctor explains
CNN By Katia Hetter, CNN (CNN) — Nearly 82 million Americans are expected to travel over the Thanksgiving holiday, including many of you. As…
Continue ReadingStudy reveals ‘strong genetic connection’ between period pain and depression
By Kristen Rogers, CNN (CNN) — Up to 90% of people who menstruate experience pain during their periods. For some, that pain is severe and…
Continue ReadingEggs sold at Costco recalled due to salmonella concerns
By Hanna Park, CNN (CNN) — More than 10,000 cartons of organic eggs sold at Costco stores are being recalled due to concerns about potential…
Continue ReadingAre scented candles bad for you? What the science says
By Kristen Rogers, CNN (CNN) — If you’re a candle lover, you have probably seen some brands offer soy or beeswax versions as natural…
Continue ReadingI don’t have diabetes, but I wore a glucose monitor for six weeks. Here’s what I learned about food (and anxiety)
By Meg Tirrell, CNN (CNN) — One day in September, I stood in front of my open refrigerator, ravenous but unable to figure out what I should…
Continue ReadingIrregular sleep patterns may raise risk of heart attack and stroke, study suggests
By Jack Guy, CNN (CNN) — Sleeping and waking up at different times is associated with an increased risk of heart attack and stroke, even for…
Continue ReadingMore testing underway after another California raw milk recall due to bird flu virus
By Lex Harvey and Sam Tupper, CNN (CNN) — California health officials are warning not to drink another lot of raw milk from Fresno-based Raw…
Continue ReadingIt turns out gratitude is good for your health
By David G. Allan, CNN (CNN) — Logically speaking, we should be in a perpetual state of gratitude. Most people who read this column, even if…
Continue ReadingHow long can a Thanksgiving buffet sit out? A doctor explains
By Katia Hetter, CNN (CNN) — Nearly 82 million Americans are expected to travel over the Thanksgiving holiday, including many of you. As family…
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