Teen cancer survivor says disease ‘unlocked’ his inner artist

Wesley Culver, 17, says he credits his unfortunate medical ordeal in helping him find new talent — one that helps bring joy to other people, too

'Magic mushrooms' for therapy? Veterans helping sway conservatives

The medicinal use of hallucinogenic mushrooms is making inroads in U.S. states as military veterans advocate for the therapeutic value of psychedelic drugs.

1st COVID-19 breath test given emergency use authorization by FDA

The Food and Drug Administration has issued an emergency use authorization for what it says is the first device that can detect COVID-19 in breath samples.

STDs increased in first year of COVID-19 pandemic, CDC says

Scientists said reported STDs cases initially decreased at the start of the pandemic but resurged by the end of 2020.

New COVID-19 outbreaks give US glimpse at living with the virus: 'Get used to it'

The U.S. is getting a glimpse of what it’s like to experience COVID-19 outbreaks during this new phase of living with the virus, and the roster of the infected is studded with stars and Cabinet members.

Fauci expects uptick in COVID-19 cases in coming weeks, another surge in the fall

Dr. Anthony Fauci noted an increase in COVID-19 cases could come “over the next couple of weeks” potentially fueled by the high transmissibility of BA.2 — a subvariant of the omicron variant.

Zoos move birds indoors as avian flu spreads in North America

Birds can spread the virus through droppings and nasal discharge. Experts say it can be spread through contaminated equipment, clothing, boots and vehicles carrying supplies.

COVID-19 booster shot may be effective against omicron BA.2 variant, study shows

The study found that after a booster vaccination, levels of antibodies in the blood that could bind to and neutralize a new omicron variant increased substantially.

Shanghai using robot dogs, drones to issue COVID lockdown commands

People in China’s business capital and most populous city have grown frustrated over the government’s effort to contain a spreading COVID outbreak.

House Speaker Nancy Pelosi tests positive for COVID-19

House Speaker Nancy Pelosi has tested positive for COVID-19, her deputy chief of staff Drew Hammill tweeted Thursday.

Lack of sleep linked to more belly fat, study finds

A new study from the Mayo Clinic concludes that a lack of sleep is directly linked to more belly fat. Study participants who slept less ate about 300 calories more per day and gained about 1.1 pounds.

Eat these 5 power foods now to help prevent cancer

These smart, delicious food choices can help ward off cancer, advises nutritionist Susan Smith Jones

Democratic, Republican Senate bargainers reach $10B COVID agreement

President Joe Biden settled for much less in the package despite warnings that the government was running out of money to keep pace with the continued spread of COVID-19 in the U.S.

Medicare enrollees can get free COVID-19 tests at drug stores

This is the first time that Medicare has covered an over-the-counter self-administered test at no cost to beneficiaries.

Here are the 10 ‘allergy capitals’ of America in 2022

The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America ranks cities based on pollen data, use of allergy medication and the number of allergists in each area.