How Do You Survive Nuclear War? The CDC Is About to Tell You By Sara G. Miller published 4 January 18 Do you know what to do in the event of a nuclear detonation? If not, don't worry: The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is giving a talk next week on just that topic.
Compound in Marijuana Appears Safe and Nonaddictive, WHO Says By Sara G. Miller published 15 December 17 A compound in marijuana appears to be relatively safe and nonaddictive, according to a new report from the World Health Organization (WHO).
John Mayer's Emergency Surgery: How Common Is Appendicitis? By Sara G. Miller published 5 December 17 Singer-songwriter John Mayer went to the hospital this morning (Dec. 5) for an emergency appendectomy, or surgery to remove his appendix.
Raw Milk Contaminated with Bacteria in Up To 4 States, CDC Warns By Sara G. Miller published 21 November 17 If you consumed raw milk in past six months, you may need antibiotics.
How Did an Opera Singer Hit the Highest Note Ever Sung at the Met? By Sara G. Miller published 21 November 17 It's a note so high it may register as more of a squeak to some: a high A above high C.
Why a Woman's Wrists Glowed with Gold Filaments on an X-Ray By Sara G. Miller published 8 November 17 It's a medical treatment that Louis XIV, the French king who presided over the gold-drenched Palace of Versailles, might have liked.
Outbreak in Uganda: What Is the Marburg Virus? By Sara G. Miller published 7 November 17 Three people in Uganda and Kenya have died from an extremely rare and deadly disease caused by the Marburg virus, the World Health Organization reported today (Nov. 7). What is the Marburg virus?
Lay Off 'Pot Cures Cancer' Claims, FDA Warns By Sara G. Miller published 2 November 17 Medical marijuana may help with several health conditions, but it's certainly not a cure for cancer.
Woman Sues Sephora — Can You Get Herpes from Lipstick? By Sara G. Miller published 31 October 17 A California woman is suing the makeup store Sephora because she claims that she contracted oral herpes from a "tester" tube of lipstick, TMZ reported yesterday (Oct. 30).
Yes, You Really Can 'Overdose' on Candy — or at Least One Type By Sara G. Miller published 31 October 17 The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has a message for candy-lovers: "As it turns out, you really can overdose on candy — or, more precisely, black licorice."
'Dancing with the Dead' Ritual Could Help Plague Spread By Sara G. Miller published 26 October 17 The current plague outbreak in Madagascar has killed more than 100 people, and officials say that a centuries-old tradition may increase the risk of further spread, according to news reports.
Don't Stick Magnets in Your Nose: Boy's Case Shows Risks By Sara G. Miller published 25 October 17 Magnets can be dangerous toys for children — if swallowed, they can stick together, creating holes in the body, and lead to a medical emergency.
Woman's Scalp Was Torn from Her Head in Horrifying Accident By Sara G. Miller published 25 October 17 In an awful accident, a woman in Japan had her entire scalp pulled off her head, according to a new report of the woman's case.
Summer Shedding: 'Hair Loss' Searches Peak in Warmer Months By Sara G. Miller published 25 October 17 Do humans have a shedding season? According to an analysis of Google searches for "hair loss," that may be the case: A new study finds that these searches spike in the summer and fall.
'Eye' Can't Look: 9 Eyeball Injuries That Will Make You Squirm By Sara G. Miller published 24 October 17 Injuries to eyeballs might make you want to squirm and cover your eyes, but these icky accidents and odd occurrences can also be illuminating.
Low-Fat Bacon? Scientists Use CRISPR to Breed Petite Piglets By Sara G. Miller published 23 October 17 A group of scientists in China has successfully modified the genes of pigs to create a slimmer swine.
California Bill: What Is Water Cremation? By Sara G. Miller published 19 October 17 People in California no longer need to decide between being buried or cremated when they die. On Oct. 15, Gov. Jerry Brown signed a bill that will allow for new option called "water cremation."
Cancer Linked to Breast Implants Is on the Rise By Sara G. Miller published 18 October 17 Cases of a rare type of cancer that is linked to breast implants appear to be on the rise, according to a new review.
Infection with Rare Virus Traced to Teen's Pet Rats By Sara G. Miller published 12 October 17 A mother and her daughter in Tennessee were infected with a virus rarely seen in the United States, and the culprit seems to be pet rats.
Monsters and Zombies? Nope, Americans Are Most Afraid of the Government By Sara G. Miller published 12 October 17 This year, the scariest Halloween costumes could be corrupt government officials or polluted water — at least according to a new survey ranking the top fears of Americans.
Frankie Muniz's Ministrokes: What Are Transient Ischemic Attacks? By Sara G. Miller published 11 October 17 In an interview on ABC's "Dancing with the Stars" Monday (Oct. 9), actor Frankie Muniz revealed he's had "a fair amount of ministrokes."
One Direction Concert Goer Screamed So Hard She Ended Up with Collapsed Lungs By Sara G. Miller published 11 October 17 When the boy band One Direction sang about trying to "scream out my lungs," in their ballad "Moments," they likely weren't expecting anyone to take the lyrics literally.
Diet Tweaks Could Ease Runner's Diarrhea By Sara G. Miller published 9 October 17 If you're a long-distance runner, it may be an all-too-familiar scenario: You're partway through your run when your stomach starts to cramp and you need to find a bathroom — immediately.
Why Sexual Assault Victims Wait to Speak Out By Sara G. Miller published 9 October 17 Last week, The New York Times reported that Hollywood producer Harvey Weinstein had reached at least eight settlements with women who accused him of sexual harassment and unwanted physical contact.