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AI tool assesses cancer risk in people who have never smoked
The "CXR-Lung-Risk" AI program evaluates routine chest X-ray images, looking for patterns associated with lung cancer, researchers said. Photo by Anna Shvets/Pexels…
These holiday decorations and treats could pose a threat to pets, veterinarians warn
Christmas trees, lights and other holiday decorations might make your home look festive — yet they can also pose a risk to your pets, according to the American Veterinary…
Environmental contaminants linked to higher breast cancer rates in urban vs. rural areas
Researchers found that people living in counties with poor environmental quality had about 11 more cases of breast cancer per 100,000 residents, compared to counties with good…
After Thanksgiving, these are the worst leftovers for your dog — see the list
Thanksgiving might be over, but plenty of leftovers probably still remain — and as you reheat stuffing and assemble turkey sandwiches, you might be tempted to share a taste or…
Many seniors lack follow-up care after serious fall with head trauma
Even if patients who have suffered serious falls manage to see a doctor after their ER discharge, they often get no guidance on how to prevent another fall, researchers said.…
Salmonella outbreak linked to cantaloupes has killed 2, infected 99: This is a ‘wake-up call’
A total of 99 illnesses have now been reported due to a salmonella outbreak linked to recalled cantaloupes, according to a Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)…
Holiday food brings higher risk of food poisoning if safety ignored, experts warn
Food safety is particularly important as people prepare for holiday festivities, poison control center experts warn. Keeping raw meats, poultry and seafood separate from other…
Here’s how to prevent cold and flu from spreading throughout your household
When seasonal sickness hits your home, how do you stop the cold and flu from spreading among family members? Fox News medical contributor Dr. Marc Siegel, a clinical…
New type of bacterial infection could be behind recent dog illnesses
Genetic sequencing of samples from 70 infected dogs from New Hampshire, Rhode Island and Massachusetts has revealed a previously unknown bacterium, researchers from the New…
10 natural treatments that doctors recommend for the cold and flu
As cold and flu season gets underway this fall, Fox News Digital reached out to and spoke with a number of health professionals for their advice on natural remedies to consider…
2 deaths, 45 hospitalizations linked to salmonella outbreak in cantaloupe, pre-cut fruit
Salmonella seen under a microscope. File Photo courtesy of James Archer/Public Health Image Library for CDC A salmonella outbreak linked to cantaloupes and pre-cut…
For cold and flu treatments, do you need a prescription or are over-the-counter meds good enough?
Having a cold or flu can cause a nagging cough, chills and fever — but what’s the best way to treat these viruses? Many options can alleviate cold and flu symptoms, including…
People with long COVID exhibit structural changes in brain, scans show
COVID-19 induced a specific pattern of microscopic structural changes in various brain regions of people with long COVID, researchers found. Photo by Mitrey/Pixabay…
Cancer risk could increase with consumption of certain foods and drinks, study finds
Consuming certain foods and drinks could put people at a higher risk of developing colorectal cancer (CRC), according to a new study published in the journal Nutrients.…
Building up thighs may prevent knee replacement
People with strong quads building up their thighs appear to be less likely to require a total knee replacement, according to a new study. Photo by Towfiqu barbhuiya…
Childhood pneumonia surge reported in Netherlands amid outbreak in China
Childhood pneumonia cases are surging in the Netherlands, a health agency in the country has reported. During the week of Nov. 13-19, there were 103 pneumonia cases in the…
Soccer ball heading may impair brain function, study says
1 of 2 | United States goalkeeper Adrianna Franch (18) and Sweden forward Stina Blackstenius (11) jump for a head shot during the Tokyo Summer Olympic Games in…
Cases of COVID variant BA.2.86 have tripled in 2 weeks, says CDC report
Cases of the COVID-19 variant Omicron BA.2.86, also known as Pirola, have tripled in two weeks, comprising between 5% and 15% of all infections, according to the Centers for…
Stem cell injection may protect against decline in MS
MS patients who received a fetal stem cell injection into their brains did not show any increase in disability or worsening of symptoms during a year-long follow-up period,…
10 healthy living habits, foods that raise cancer risk, and a nurse’s triumph over heart disease
HEALTHY HABITS – Boost your well-being with these 10 practices, which take less than 10 minutes each per day. Continue reading… HIDDEN BENEFIT? – Flu vaccination could reduce…