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Popular heartburn drug may be tainted with cancer-causing chemical

A generic version of a popular heartburn medication that contains ranitidine — the generic version of Novartis’ Zantac — may be contaminated with a cancer-causing chemical.

‘I thought my heart failure was just asthma’: How regular exercise and medical therapy helped one man to 'feel a lot better'

John Sousa had asthma in the past, so he wasn’t overly concerned when he suddenly had trouble breathing in the summer of 2016. But his inhaler didn’t seem to be doing much to help.

New study finds cancer-causing chemicals in tap water

A new Environmental Working Group study says there are contaminants in drinking water that could increase the risk of cancer.

Scientists may have found the cure for the common cold

Here’s some good news as we head into cold and flu season: Scientists may have found the cure for the common cold.

1,000 students signed up for this Yale professor's course on happiness — here's what they learned

This Yale course on happiness is now being offered online. Here's why the professor behind it thinks everyone can benefit from the class.

Counterfeit vaping products targeted by California, as vape-related illnesses, deaths rise nationwide

California is cracking down on counterfeit vaping products, which may play a role in the vaping-related lung damage and deaths seen across the U.S.

Many women say 1st sexual experience was forced in teens, new study finds

As the #MeToo era continues to unfold, a new study shows how often the first sexual experience for women is forced or coerced. One in 16 women reported experiencing forced sexual initiation, usually in their teen years and usually with someone a few years older, according to research published Monday in the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA). The study’s authors described the experience of forced sexual initiation as rape.

Heart failure: Dr. Oz explains this medical condition that affects millions of Americans

Heart failure is more common than most people realize. Currently, one in five Americans live with the condition.

There are 2 types of flu shots to choose from: Which one should you get?

They’re known as the trivalent vaccine and the quadrivalent vaccine.

Girl with visual impairment removes eyepatch in celebratory 'Wonder Woman' photo shoot

A little girl starred in a "Wonder Woman" photo shoot after her eye healed from a freak accident with an exercise band.

What you need to know about lupus: A doctor weighs in

An estimated 1.5 million people in the U.S. have a form of lupus. Alok Patel, MD, explains what you need to know about the autoimmune disease.

What you need to know about suicide prevention: A doctor weighs in

Clinical psychologist Elizabeth Lombardo on signs to look out for that could indicate you or a loved one might be at risk for suicide.

The leading method of suicide in America is firearms. Here's how gun-control policies can help

While discussions of guns and policy almost always break down into contentious debates, there’s one subtopic on which all sides can seemingly agree: the relationship between firearms and suicide.

Woman in semi-comatose state after using skin cream from Mexico

A 47-year-old mom of five is in a semi-comatose state after getting mercury poisoning from a tainted skincare cream from Mexico.

'Every day felt like Christmas': Woman shares what life is like after losing 66 pounds

After getting into an Ivy League-graduate school and receiving a promotion at work, Venn Hering decided it was time to focus on her next goal: getting into the best shape of her life.

Hypertension: The No. 1 sign you have high blood pressure, according to a cardiologist

Hypertension is known as the “silent killer” and it’s not something that you want to mess with.

Scientists may have found a way to reverse aging in new drug trial

A drug treatment helped reverse aging by 2.5 years, on average, according to a new study.

Is vitamin E oil causing vaping-related lung illnesses? New York State Dept. investigates

The New York State Dept. of Health is investigating vitamin E oil as a possible cause of the mysterious, severe respiratory illnesses linked to vaping.

This Apple Cider Vinegar Hair Treatment Will Revive Dull Hair

Mom of mixed-race child creates ‘Brown Skin Matters’ Instagram to help doctors

A new Instagram account called Brown Skin Matters, started by a mom, helps families of color identify pediatric skin conditions — and possibly save lives.

Sugar-free diet sodas linked to higher risk of death

Time to ditch the diet soda, if you haven't already. A new study links sugar-free, artificially-sweetened soft drinks with a higher risk of death.

How Dwayne Johnson inspired one man to lose 87 pounds: ‘I thought I was destined to be fat my whole life’

After struggling with weight his whole life, Jerrod Ackerman decided to get in shape for his job at a private rescue company. Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson's inspiring posts helped him stay motivated.

Teen boy goes blind after only eating Pringles, white bread, pork and French fries

The teen, considered a "fussy eater," ate a very limited and unhealthy diet for years. The lack of nutrients eventually damaged his vision.

What Planned Parenthood's exit from federal Title X funding means: 'Vulnerable people will suffer the most'

While anti-abortionists hailed Planned Parenthood's withdrawal from the Title X program as a "long-awaited victory," four million underprivileged Americans will now have little to no access to affordable reproductive health care.

Mom of teen with vaping addiction warns parents about the dangers of e-cigarettes: 'It's stealth by design'

Dorian Fuhrman and her son open up about the teen's addiction to vaping and the organization they co-founded — Parents Against Vaping e-Cigarettes — to raise awareness about "the most serious adolescent public-health crisis...in decades."