Biden administration plans to revamp, modernize organ transplant system
More people than ever are getting new organs, with a record 42,888 transplants last year.
More people than ever are getting new organs, with a record 42,888 transplants last year.
'My heart is crushed': Wife of late Bay Area radio host 'JV' pens emotional letter
Natasha Yi, wife of popular Bay Area radio host Jeffrey 'JV' Vandergrift penned a heartbreaking letter, two days after he husband's body was discovered at Pier 39 in San Francisco
Natasha Yi, wife of popular Bay Area radio host Jeffrey 'JV' Vandergrift penned a heartbreaking letter, two days after he husband's body was discovered at Pier 39 in San Francisco
Black Birth Maternal & Infant Health Symposium
Healthcare professionals and community advocates will gather Saturday for the Black Birth Maternal & Infant Health Symposium.
Healthcare professionals and community advocates will gather Saturday for the Black Birth Maternal & Infant Health Symposium.
Body of Jeffrey 'JV' Vandergrift, popular San Francisco radio host, found
A body found at Pier 39 in San Francisco late Wednesday has been identified by the medical examiner as popular radio host Jeffrey Vandergrift, 55 – and the news sent shock waves through the Bay Area.
A body found at Pier 39 in San Francisco late Wednesday has been identified by the medical examiner as popular radio host Jeffrey Vandergrift, 55 – and the news sent shock waves through the Bay Area.
Misophonia: Why common sounds like chewing or breathing can trigger anxiety, anger in some
If these sounds make you want to punch someone, you may be among the one in five people who are affected by the condition called misophonia.
If these sounds make you want to punch someone, you may be among the one in five people who are affected by the condition called misophonia.
Trans flight attendant known for United commercial dies by apparent suicide
Kayleigh Scott, a flight attendant and activist, had a "way of making people feel comfortable and provided support or help to transgender people that needed it," her mom said.
Kayleigh Scott, a flight attendant and activist, had a "way of making people feel comfortable and provided support or help to transgender people that needed it," her mom said.
Former Raiders TE Foster Moreau reveals cancer diagnosis
NFL tight end Foster Moreau revealed Wednesday that he found a new opponent: cancer.
NFL tight end Foster Moreau revealed Wednesday that he found a new opponent: cancer.
Eyedrop recall: Two more people die amid outbreak of bacteria
Three people have died from the outbreak, eight patients have suffered vision loss, and four others have had to have their eyeballs removed, according to the CDC.
Three people have died from the outbreak, eight patients have suffered vision loss, and four others have had to have their eyeballs removed, according to the CDC.
988 lifeline: Wisconsin call center sees volume increase
Since the 988 suicide and crisis lifeline launched, Wisconsin's call center in Green Bay has seen an increase in people seeking help.
Since the 988 suicide and crisis lifeline launched, Wisconsin's call center in Green Bay has seen an increase in people seeking help.
988 lifeline: Wisconsin call center sees volume increase
Since the 988 suicide and crisis lifeline launched, Wisconsin's call center in Green Bay has seen an increase in people seeking help.
Since the 988 suicide and crisis lifeline launched, Wisconsin's call center in Green Bay has seen an increase in people seeking help.
Evidence of PFAS, ‘forever chemicals,’ found in toilet paper, study says
PFAS don’t degrade in the environment and are linked to a broad range of health issues, including low birthweight and kidney cancer.
PFAS don’t degrade in the environment and are linked to a broad range of health issues, including low birthweight and kidney cancer.
DNA from Beethoven's hair offers clues on his life, death
This Sunday marks the 196th anniversary of Beethoven's death in Vienna on March 26, 1827, at the age of 56.
This Sunday marks the 196th anniversary of Beethoven's death in Vienna on March 26, 1827, at the age of 56.
Mental health workers shortage has created a growing healthcare crisis
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services estimates a deficit of 10,000 mental health professionals by 2025 across the country
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services estimates a deficit of 10,000 mental health professionals by 2025 across the country
Deadly fungal infection C. auris spreading at 'alarming rate,' CDC says
The CDC called C. auris an urgent threat because it’s often resistant to antifungal drugs and spreads easily in healthcare facilities.
The CDC called C. auris an urgent threat because it’s often resistant to antifungal drugs and spreads easily in healthcare facilities.
DEA issues dire US warning of fentanyl mixed with flesh-eating 'tranq' drug
Xylazine, also known as “tranq," is a powerful animal sedative that’s known to cause open skin wounds so severe – it can lead to amputation.
Xylazine, also known as “tranq," is a powerful animal sedative that’s known to cause open skin wounds so severe – it can lead to amputation.
Biden signs bill to declassify information on COVID-19 origins
President Joe Biden has signed a bipartisan bill that directs the federal government to declassify as much intelligence as possible about the origins of COVID-19 more than three years after the start of the pandemic.
President Joe Biden has signed a bipartisan bill that directs the federal government to declassify as much intelligence as possible about the origins of COVID-19 more than three years after the start of the pandemic.
'Ted Lasso' cast visit White House, promote mental health care
Comedian Jason Sudeikis, who plays the title character, and other cast members were meeting with President Joe Biden and first lady Jill Biden to talk about how mental health contributes to overall well-being.
Comedian Jason Sudeikis, who plays the title character, and other cast members were meeting with President Joe Biden and first lady Jill Biden to talk about how mental health contributes to overall well-being.
Emma Heming celebrates Bruce Willis' birthday with emotional tribute following his dementia diagnosis
"Die Hard" star Bruce Willis was diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia last month.
"Die Hard" star Bruce Willis was diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia last month.
World's happiest countries for 2023 — Here's where the US ranks
The 2023 World Happiness Report found that global acts of benevolence were found to be about 25% more common in 2022 compared to before the pandemic.
The 2023 World Happiness Report found that global acts of benevolence were found to be about 25% more common in 2022 compared to before the pandemic.
Aurora Children’s Health apologizes after boy given expired vaccine
A new mom’s confidence is shaken after a health clinic’s error involving her son. Health officials say this kind of mistake should not happen.
A new mom’s confidence is shaken after a health clinic’s error involving her son. Health officials say this kind of mistake should not happen.