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He went in for a colonoscopy. The hospital charged $19,000 for two.

A Chicago man was stuck with a big medical bill after undergoing a colonoscopy that found no evidence of cancer. Here's why.

How to (Gently) Set Boundaries During the Holidays

Experts share tips for minimizing irritation and avoiding intrusive questions.

What Are ‘Healthy’ Foods? New Rules for Labeling Are Issued.

The Food and Drug Administration released final rules on labeling foods as “healthy,” tightening limits for sugar, sodium and saturated fat.

More cucumbers recalled as salmonella sickens 68 people in 19 states

Feds warn against eating multiple products containing the vegetable, including salads, wraps, party trays and meal kits.

Doing this quick trick before exercising can increase your endurance

Harnessing the power of the spleen has been shown to enhance athletic performance.

MadeGood granola bars recalled because they could contain metal

Recalled MadeGood granola bars were sold across the U.S. and internationally, according to food maker.

Vatican advances beatification process for Belgium's king who abdicated rather than approve abortion

The Vatican has taken the first main step to implement Pope Francis' wish that Belgium's late king be beatified for having abdicated for a day rather than approve legislation to legalize abortion.

Can You Be Allergic to Your Christmas Tree?

Itchy eyes, wheezing, sniffles, sneezing: Here’s how to keep “Christmas tree syndrome” symptoms at bay.

I have ‘nutcracker syndrome’ and it’s left me in constant agony — doctors said it was ‘just bad periods’

Katie Shalka, 28, has had flank pain for nearly a decade, but doctors said it was likely "just bad periods." Now she's been diagnosed with nutcracker syndrome and needs expensive surgery.

Covid-19 boosters could keep thousands of kids out of hospitals, but uptake remains low

Higher Covid-19 vaccination rates among US children could prevent thousands of pediatric hospitalizations and millions of missed school days, according to an analysis published Tuesday by the Commonwealth Fund and the Yale School of Public Health.

Bird flu causes deaths of cats and zoo animals as virus spreads in US

Just days after the USDA issued a new order that all raw milk must be tested for bird flu, reports have emerged of animals dying of the virus, including cats and several zoo animals.

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U.S. flu season is underway, as cases surge in some areas and vaccinations lag

The U.S. flu season is underway, with cases surging across much of the country, health officials said Friday.

'Pendulum lifestyle' could be key to juggling daily challenges

For those who are feeling “stuck" or overwhelmed while striving for work-life balance, some experts recommend adopting a “pendulum lifestyle." Psychologists weigh in on the potential benefits.

Bird flu leads to severe human illness and state of emergency; experts discuss risk

The CDC has confirmed the country’s first severe case of bird flu in a human, and California Gov. Gavin Newsom has declared a state of emergency. Doctors react to the latest viral developments.

More People Are Now Dying From the Cold

A new study finds that deaths related to cold weather in the United States have risen in the past two decades.

Author Emily Oster on sugar and its impact on kids

Author Emily Oster talks about new research linking early sugar exposure to chronic diseases.

Suspect in UnitedHealthcare CEO killing faces federal murder, stalking and weapons charges

The suspect in the killing of UnitedHealthcare's CEO faces new federal charges of murder, stalking and weapons charges, according to a complaint unsealed Thursday.

A toddler got a nasal swab test. So why was the bill $445?

An Illinois mom got stuck with a big bill after taking her 3-year-old to the ER but never seeing a doctor. "It's mind-blowing," she said.

Missouri's near-total abortion ban is not enforceable, judge rules

A judge ruled Friday that Missouri's near-total abortion ban is unenforceable under a new constitutional amendment, ensuring abortion will be legal in the state.

Are Weight-Loss Drugs Causing a Rift in Your Relationship? We Want to Hear About It.

For an upcoming article, we are looking for stories about what happens to a long-term relationship when one partner decides to get much thinner.

What is Red 40 and why hasn't the FDA banned the dye?

The FDA's top food official says the safety of the dye called Red 40 hasn't been assessed in over a decade, despite concerns over its potential behavioral health effects.

'Best Christmas gift' ever as kids with missing limbs receive bionic arms: 'Amazing'

Three children this week received the Christmas gift of new bionic arms courtesy of a multi-family fundraising effort that is offering the kids the chance of living "amazing" lives.

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‘Modern Love Podcast:’ Joel Kim Booster on Your Worst Dates Ever

The actor and host of the podcast “Bad Dates” brings a fresh perspective to your worst dates.

I’m a spine surgeon — my 6 tips to be more comfortable on economy flights, start now for holiday travel

AAA predicts that 7.85 million Americans will cram into overstuffed airplanes between Saturday, Dec. 21, and Wednesday, Jan. 1, to get away for the holidays.

After uproar, Anthem Blue Cross reversing anesthesia time-limit policy

Anthem will reverse a policy that would have capped insurance coverage for anesthesia after objections from doctors and lawmakers.

RSV hospitalization rate for seniors is 10 times higher than usual for this point in the season

The respiratory virus season has started early in kids this year and flooded children's hospitals in many parts of the country -- especially with respiratory syncytial virus, known as RSV.

Weight Loss Drugs Changed Their Lives. Then They Lost Coverage.

In Michigan, the state’s largest insurer has tightened restrictions around medications like Wegovy. Patients are panicking.

Why we have nightmares and how to stop them

We leave behind our fears of monsters under the bed as we say goodbye to our childhoods, but one can follow us into adulthood and loom over our heads.

Moderate drinking actually lowers risk of death, major National Academies study finds

The National Academies of Science, Engineering and Medicine just scrambled millions of Americans' New Year's resolutions with its latest report this week, finding that those who consume a moderate amount of alcohol actually do better on a host of health indicators.

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He went in for a colonoscopy. The hospital charged $19,000 for two.

How to (Gently) Set Boundaries During the Holidays

What Are ‘Healthy’ Foods? New Rules for Labeling Are Issued.

More cucumbers recalled as salmonella sickens 68 people in 19 states

Doing this quick trick before exercising can increase your endurance

MadeGood granola bars recalled because they could contain metal

Vatican advances beatification process for Belgium's king who abdicated rather than approve abortion

Can You Be Allergic to Your Christmas Tree?

I have ‘nutcracker syndrome’ and it’s left me in constant agony — doctors said it was ‘just bad periods’

Covid-19 boosters could keep thousands of kids out of hospitals, but uptake remains low

Bird flu causes deaths of cats and zoo animals as virus spreads in US

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U.S. flu season is underway, as cases surge in some areas and vaccinations lag

'Pendulum lifestyle' could be key to juggling daily challenges

Bird flu leads to severe human illness and state of emergency; experts discuss risk

More People Are Now Dying From the Cold

Author Emily Oster on sugar and its impact on kids

Suspect in UnitedHealthcare CEO killing faces federal murder, stalking and weapons charges

A toddler got a nasal swab test. So why was the bill $445?

Missouri's near-total abortion ban is not enforceable, judge rules

Are Weight-Loss Drugs Causing a Rift in Your Relationship? We Want to Hear About It.

What is Red 40 and why hasn't the FDA banned the dye?

'Best Christmas gift' ever as kids with missing limbs receive bionic arms: 'Amazing'

In case you missed

‘Modern Love Podcast:’ Joel Kim Booster on Your Worst Dates Ever

I’m a spine surgeon — my 6 tips to be more comfortable on economy flights, start now for holiday travel

After uproar, Anthem Blue Cross reversing anesthesia time-limit policy

RSV hospitalization rate for seniors is 10 times higher than usual for this point in the season

Weight Loss Drugs Changed Their Lives. Then They Lost Coverage.

Why we have nightmares and how to stop them

Moderate drinking actually lowers risk of death, major National Academies study finds

FDA says knockoff versions of Lilly obesity drug must come off the market

U.S. flu season is underway, as cases surge in some areas and vaccinations lag

U.N. food agency says 40 million people are struggling to feed themselves in West and Central Africa

2 sisters, 7 years apart in age, also receive heart transplants 7 years apart