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One-Third of Americans Believe They Can Get an STD From a Toilet
A third of Americans incorrectly believe you can get a sexually-transmitted disease (STD) from a public toilet seat, according to new research.
Walgreens, Google Affiliate to Launch Drone Delivery Test
Walgreens and a Google affiliate are testing drone deliveries that can put drugstore products on customer doorsteps minutes after being ordered.
Will Combo Pill Catch On in U.S. to Prevent Heart Attacks?
A cheap, daily pill that combines four drugs has been tested for the first time in the United States to see if it works as well among low-income Americans as it has in other countries to treat conditions leading to heart attacks and strokes.
Camouflaged Vaping Devices are Hoodwinking Parents and Schools
Meet the vaping hoodie. This high school fashion mainstay — defined by a hood with drawstrings — is now available as a vaping device, ready to deliver a puff of nicotine (or marijuana) anywhere, anytime. Including in the classroom.
Appeals Court Asked to Halt Discharge of Airmen with HIV
Lawyers for two Air Force members who are HIV-positive urged a federal appeals court Wednesday to uphold an injunction that bars the Trump administration from continuing with discharge proceedings against them.
At-Home Rape Kits Now Off the Market
Two companies who were advertising at-home sexual assault evidence collection kits appear to have halted selling and marketing the products after widespread objections and two state attorneys general threatened the companies with legal action.
Transgender Man Can Sue Hospital Over Denied Hysterectomy
A California transgender man can go ahead with a discrimination lawsuit against a Catholic hospital that canceled his hysterectomy, an appeals court ruled Tuesday.
A Dubious Product: A Rape Kit For Home Use
Alongside other "essential" household supplies for sale on Amazon, there's now a product offered that might give consumers pause: an at-home rape kit.
Appeals Court Asked to Halt Discharge of Airmen with HIV
Lawyers for two Air Force members who are HIV-positive urged a federal appeals court Wednesday to uphold an injunction that bars the Trump administration from continuing with discharge proceedings against them.
As Shock Wears Off, Mental Health Concerns Grow in Bahamas
Stories of survival are trickling out across northern Bahamas as the initial shock wears off from Hurricane Dorian, one of the strongest Atlantic hurricanes in history. And the extent of the storm's terror lingers on in the minds of many.
The Smiles For Everyone Foundation Announces New Implant Program
The Smiles for Everyone Foundation is launching a new program called Implanting Inspiration which will provide free dental implants for low income, underinsured individuals across the nation.
A Newly Designed Vaccine May Help Stamp Out Remaining Polio Cases Worldwide
A new vaccine deliberately constructed to prevent the poliovirus from regaining virulence may be the answer.
'Jeopardy!' Host Trebek Says He's Resumed Chemotherapy
"Jeopardy!" host Alex Trebek says he's had a setback in his battle with pancreatic cancer and is undergoing chemotherapy again.
Some CBD Vapes Contain Street Drug Instead of the Real Thing
Some operators are cashing in on the CBD craze by substituting cheap and illegal synthetic marijuana for natural CBD in vapes and edibles such as gummy bears, an Associated Press investigation has found.
Why Bill Maher is Wrong About Fat Shaming
To individuals who are not obese, it can be easy to assume that overeating is strictly a failure of willpower and discipline. However, evidence shows that body-shaming and weight discrimination are misguided approaches, and often make the problem worse.
How a Person Vapes, Not Just What, Could Play a Big Role in Harm
In addition to how flavors affect e-cigarette usage, there's much more that researchers need to know.
CBD Vapes Spiked with Dangerous Drugs for Sale Across U.S.
Some operators are cashing in on the CBD craze by substituting cheap and illegal synthetic marijuana for natural CBD in vapes and edibles such as gummy bears, an Associated Press investigation has found.
After Bankruptcy Filing, Purdue Pharma May Not Be Off Hook
OxyContin maker Purdue Pharma and its owners expressed sympathy but not responsibility for the nation's opioid crisis as the company filed for bankruptcy protection late Sunday night, part of a move to settle some 2,600 lawsuits.
Democrats Discussed 'Medicare for All' at Debate, But What About 'Healthy Food for All'?
The 10 Democrats who took the debate stage on Sept. 12 discussed many critical issues, from health care and climate change. But one important topic they didn't discuss was access to healthy food.
Tony-Winner and Women's Health Advocate Phyllis Newman Dies
Phyllis Newman, a Tony Award-winning Broadway veteran who became the first woman to host "The Tonight Show" before turning her attention to fight for women's health, has died. She was 86.