Hundreds of lives are lost each year on U.S. waterways due to recreational boating accidents that can be prevented, according to the U.S. Coast Guard. Last summer, 564 deaths and 2,126 non-fatal injuries from boating accidents were reported, according to a May press release from the U.S. Coast Guard — with the highest number of...
A Northern Virginia community is being recognized for its tip-top health status. Falls Church, Virginia, has been named America’s healthiest community by U.S. News and World Report. The annual ranking lists the top 500 healthiest communities nationwide using a score of zero to 100 across 10 categories, based on assessments of nearly 3,000 counties and...
With fall a little more than a month away, apple picking season is almost here as well. But exactly how healthy are apples? And is one kind or color of apple more nutritious than another? Two dietitians helped get to the bottom of these food questions while also addressing whether an apple a day really...
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved a new drug for certain adult patients with endometrial cancer. Jemperli (dostarlimab-gxly) — made by British pharmaceutical company GSK — is intended for people with primary advanced or recurrent forms of the cancer, according to the FDA’s Aug. 1 announcement. It is an immunotherapy-based drug, which...
A common artificial sweetener has been linked to an increased risk of heart attacks and strokes, according to a new study from Cleveland Clinic. Erythritol, a sugar alcohol that is used to sweeten many low-sugar, reduced-calorie drinks and foods — particularly in low-carb or “keto” diets — was found to cause a spike in blood...
In Americans’ quest for healthier dietary options, sprouted grains have garnered significant attention. But are sprouted grains really healthier than traditional grains and bread choices? Fox News Digital spoke with two food experts about what makes sprouted grains different, plus their benefits, potential drawbacks and whether they should replace the bread in your kitchen. IS...
As dementia becomes more widespread, Mayo Clinic researchers believe that artificial intelligence is the key to enabling earlier and faster diagnoses. By pairing AI and EEG (electroencephalogram) tests, the team at the Mayo Clinic Neurology AI Program (NAIP) in Rochester, Minnesota, was able to identify specific types of dementia sooner than they would have through...
In an era where airborne health threats remain a constant concern, a groundbreaking innovation has emerged from the University of Michigan that could revolutionize how we protect ourselves from viruses and other harmful particles. Let’s explore this development and its potential impact on worker safety and beyond. GET SECURITY ALERTS, EXPERT TIPS – SIGN UP...
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Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy is sharing his cancer prevention journey with the world. Portnoy, 47, had a colonoscopy on July 31 and documented the experience on social media for his fans. The CEO announced in a video on X, formerly Twitter, on July 29 that he was preparing for the procedure in Boston, as...
