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HEALTH 3 days ago

Sepsis a top killer behind heart disease, cancer in US: What to know, how to avoid the condition

As Sepsis Awareness Month kicks off, medical experts share the symptoms, risks and prevention tips for the condition, which can occur as a complication of an infection.

HEALTH 4 days ago

New surgical technology can ‘light up’ bacteria in wounds, helping to prevent infections

A new medical technology that uses fluorescent light has shown to be effective in eliminating missed bacteria, according to new research led by University of Southern California, Los Angeles (USC).

College Football August 30

North Carolina QB Max Johnson exits game after brutal injury, out for the season

North Carolina QB Max Johnson was carted off the field in the second half of the Tar Heels' season opener with an apparent right leg injury. ESPN reported he has undergone surgery.

LIFESTYLE August 28

Injured bald eagle shot in beak is receiving care at Missouri bird rehab facility

An injured seven-pound bald eagle is being treated at the World Bird Sanctuary in Valley Park, Missouri, after it was shot. It is also suffering from lead poisoning.

Australia August 24

Judge hands transgender woman win against female-only app in landmark case

A transgender woman in Australia was handed a win by the federal courts in a case in which an all-female app's created kicked her off the platform because she was not born a male.

Dallas Cowboys August 24

Cowboys' All-Pro cornerback DaRon Bland to miss chunk of season after record-setting 2023 campaign

After returning an NFL record five interceptions for touchdowns last year, Dallas Cowboys cornerback DaRon bland will miss 6-8 weeks with a stress fracture in his foot.

HEALTH August 18

Blood banks searching for Type O blood amid emergency shortage: 'We always have a need'

The U.S. is facing an emergency blood shortage, according to the American Red Cross, with a specific need for Type O blood. Donors and doctors speak with Fox News about the crisis.

HEALTH August 18

Gender surgeries, migraine tips, 'Zika-like' virus and more top health stories

This week's health roundup includes stories about controversial "gender-affirming" surgeries on kids, a little-known type of diabetes, a "Zika-like" virus that's spreading iand more.

Children's Health August 16

'Gender-affirming' breast removal surgeries may have been performed on hundreds of young girls since 2017

Since 2017, hundreds of females age 12-1/2 and younger with gender dysmorphia have had double mastectomies, according to analysis by the Manhattan Institute. Doctors expressed concern.

HEALTH August 6

Ozempic patients may face dangerous risks during surgery, doctors warn

Patients who are taking GLP-1 medications — including Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro and others — could face complications during surgery, recent research has shown. Doctors shared cautionary advice.