Medicine A numbing medicine turned a woman's blood blueCNN - By Ryan Prior and Scottie Andrew, CNN(CNN) — A 25-year-old woman walked into an emergency department in Providence, Rhode Island, complaining of generalized weakness, fatigue, shortness of breath... and an unusual symptom you don't see day.
Vaping Eighth death linked to vaping as illnesses surge around the United StatesCNN - By Jen Christensen, Jamie Gumbrecht(CNN) — Missouri health officials announced on Thursday the vaping-related death of a man in his mid-40s. This is the United States' eighth death linked to severe lung injury and illness tied to e-cigarettes.
Ranitidine Drugmaker halts shipments of ranitidine heartburn medication after contaminant foundCNN - By Katie Hunt, CNN(CNN) — Drugmaker Novartis said it is halting distribution of all ranitidine medicines made by Sandoz, a measure it called "precautionary" after the acid-reducing medications were found to contain an The
Polio Polio makes a comeback in the Philippines 19 years after the country was declared free of the diseaseCNN - By Katie Hunt, CNN(CNN) — The Philippines has reported its first case of polio since it was declared free of the childhood disease 19 years ago, dealing a blow to the campaign to eradicate it. The country's department health
Down Syndrome 'I am worried there will be fewer of us,' says campaigner against Down syndrome testCNN - By Ivana Kottasová, CNN(CNN) — Natalie Dedreux has spent months campaigning against a plan to make a blood test for Down syndrome free in Germany. While its proponents say the prenatal test is a safer alternative to current
Fossils Ancient findsCNNThis is the first depiction of what mysterious ancient humans called Denisovans, a sister group to Neanderthals, looked like. This image shows a young female Denisovan, reconstructed based on DNA methylation
Sleep How to kick-start your brain in the morning (and no, we don't just mean coffee)CNN - By Sandee LaMotte, CNN(CNN) — The alarm goes off and you shudder awake, unsure of where you are. Groggily you recognize your room and slowly roll out of bed thinking, "It can't be morning. Didn't I just go to bed?" Called inertia,
Exoskeletons The wearable cyborgs that use brain waves to power up your musclesCNN - By Emiko Jozuka, Jane Sit, Will RipleyTokyo (CNN) — Kristen Sorensen was 55 when she became paralyzed from the neck down last year. "It came out of nowhere," says Sorensen. "I'd been fine and exercising every day, but it just started with
Mosquitoes How climate crisis is accelerating the global spread of deadly dengue feverCNN - By Helen Regan, CNN(CNN) — Explosive outbreaks of dengue fever have rapidly spread in countries across Asia, killing more than 1,000 people, infecting hundreds of thousands and straining hospitals packed with sick families.
Disease Medical student treats his own rare diseaseCNN Medical student David Fajgenbaum was given last rites before finding a treatment that saved his life. His method could help millions.
Babies Babies born by C-section have less of their mom's gut bacteria. Here's why that might be importantCNN - By Katie Hunt, CNN(CNN) — New research finds there are significant differences between babies born by cesarean and babies born vaginally when it comes to a newborn's microbiome -- the bacteria that colonize our gut and
Flu Using hand sanitizer may be giving you a false sense of securityCNN - By Sandee LaMotte, CNN(CNN) — Achoo! As you reach for a tissue and blow your nose you notice your coworkers recoiling in horror, so you make a reassuring pump of the hand sanitizer. "See, I'm protecting you!" you want to to
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Nutrition Most young children shouldn't drink plant-based milk, new health guidelines sayCNN - By Jen Christensen, CNN(CNN) — Most children under the age of 5 should avoid plant-based milk, according to new health guidelines about what young children should drink. Plant-based milk made from rice, coconut, oats or other
Vaping What are people vaping?CNN An outbreak of lung disease among vapers has sparked concerns and questions about e-cigarettes. CNN's Dr. Sanjay Gupta explains what vapers are really inhaling.
Cigarettes India is banning all e-cigarettes over fears about youth vapingCNN - By Swati Gupta, CNN(CNN) — India on Wednesday announced a complete ban on the sale of all e-cigarettes, saying the devices posed a health risk, especially to young people. "Unfortunately, e-cigarettes got promoted initially
Pandemic The risk of a global pandemic is growing -- and the world isn't ready, experts sayCNN - By Jessie Yeung, CNN(CNN) — The chances of a global pandemic are growing -- and we are all dangerously under prepared, according to a new report published Wednesday. The panel of international health experts and officials
Vitamin D Could sunscreen cause Vitamin D deficiency? Short answer: YesCNN - By Lisa Drayer, CNN(CNN) — Exposing skin to sunlight is a convenient way to meet our vitamin D needs, which is crucial for bone health. That might make you wonder: Does wearing sunscreen interfere with vitamin D levels potentially
Placenta Air pollution particles may reach fetuses in the womb, study findsCNN - By Jessie Yeung, CNN(CNN) — New evidence has been found that air pollution can breach a mother's placenta and potentially reach fetuses in the womb, raising the possibility of future health problems. Researchers found that
Vaping Disguised vaping devices are hoodwinking parents and schoolsCNN - By Anna Maria Barry-Jester, California Healthline(CNN) — In yet another twist for worried parents: Meet the vaping hoodie. This high school fashion mainstay — defined by a hood with drawstrings — is now available as a vaping device, ready to deliver
eCigarettes New York state bans most flavors of e-cigarettesCNN - By Jen Christensen, CNN(CNN) — New York state health officials voted Tuesday to carry out Gov. Andrew Cuomo's executive action to ban sales of most flavored e-cigarettes. This ban would stand for 90 days as a piece of emergency
Medicine Two more Eastern equine encephalitis deaths reported in MichiganCNN - By Jamie Gumbrecht, CNN(CNN) — Four additional cases of Eastern equine encephalitis, including two deaths, have been confirmed in Southwest Michigan, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services said Tuesday. The mosquito-borne
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Salmonella Fast FactsCNN - CNN Library(CNN) — Here's some background information about Salmonella. Facts: Salmonellosis, the infection caused by the bacteria Salmonella, is one of the most frequently reported foodborne illnesses in the United
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Breast Cancer Male breast cancer screening in high-risk patients extremely successful, study saysCNN - By Sandee LaMotte, CNN(CNN) — Mammograms are more effective at detecting breast cancer in high-risk men than in women who are at average risk of developing the disease, and could provide potentially lifesaving early detection
Cigarettes The way you vape could make it even more dangerousCNN - By Risa Robinson, The ConversationIn the wake of six deaths and 380 cases of confirmed and probable lung disease across the US, the Trump administration has called for banning most flavored e-cigarettes because of their huge appeal to
Exercise Regular aerobic exercise may slow progression to Alzheimer's for those most at riskCNN - By Sandee LaMotte, CNN(CNN) — A half hour of aerobic exercise four to five times a week may prevent or slow cognitive decline in older adults who are at a high risk of developing Alzheimer's, according to a study published
General Mills General Mills recalls Gold Medal flour for possible E. coli contaminationCNN - By Scottie Andrew, CNN(CNN) — Making cookies with Gold Medal flour this week? It may be best to check the date before you bake. On Monday, General Mills announced a voluntary recall of its Gold Medal Unbleached All Purpose
