The mental health journey ahead for freed hostagesIsrael Defense Forces officials say providing support is top priority, and a process they hope to repeat in the coming days.
Oxford mass shooting victim finds comfort through animal careThe long hours recovering have given her time to think about the shooting and how much her horse Blaze has helped her get through it all.
What we know about the surge of respiratory illnesses in ChinaChinese health officials attribute the increase in children's hospital admissions to bacterial infection, RSV, influenza, and common cold viruses.
Dog missing for 2 months rescued by Colorado hikersOne of the rescuers remembered seeing a lost dog poster in the park over a month prior, and it just so happened to be Nova.
Studies show paternity leave helps fathers' brains adapt to caregivingParenting is not as instinctual as previously believed. What really develops parental skills, particularly in dads, is quality time with the newborn.
11-year-old girl identified as 4th victim of Alaska landslideThe girl's parents and sister were also killed by last Monday's catastrophe. Crews are still searching for a third child in the family and a neighbor.
Acupuncture may enhance post-surgery outcomes in cardiac patientsAcupuncture, a potentially effective treatment for heart rhythm disorders, pain, and nausea, is now being studied for use after cardiac surgery.
In Real Life: Mining the Deep SeaFrom the Pacific Islands to the Arctic Circle, “In Real Life” goes to the frontlines of the debate over deep sea mining.
Rare set of elephant twins born in Kenya: 'Amazing odds!'A conservation group said they estimate the twins, first spotted by researchers, to be just a few days old.
Why the overuse of 'therapy-speak' is proving to be problematicOverusing therapy terms like "narcissist" and "gaslighting" in everyday language can be problematic, according to psychologists.
Meet Stache, the Sealyham Terrier that won the 2023 National Dog ShowThe show aired on NBC, following the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, and attracted an estimated 20 million viewers.
An oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico has grown to 1.1 million gallonsAuthorities are still trying to determine the cause and source of the spill, which started near a pipeline southeast of New Orleans, Louisiana.
Denver's airport relieves stressed flyers with emotional support dogsDuring one of the most stressful weeks to fly, some special four-legged airport workers can help keep travelers from flying off the handle.
Holiday pet dangers: Keep your furry friends safe this seasonPet poisonings are highest during November and December, as our furry friends can get into a number of things during holiday gatherings.
This lab is close to figuring out what causes the mystery dog illnessThe New Hampshire Veterinary Diagnostic Lab has been studying the mysterious and sometimes fatal respiratory dog illness since last year.
Flu vaccine cuts heart attacks, cardiovascular deaths, study findsHealth officials have said getting vaccinated is especially important for people with chronic health conditions.
Farmers who grow barley and hops having to adapt to climate changeFarmers are seeing their barley crops impacted by extreme heat, drought and unpredictable growing seasons.
What's driving the trend of school-age kids vaping?Scripps News spoke with drug control expert Jim Carroll about the marketing strategies used to target vape products to children.
Giraffe at New York zoo recently diagnosed with cancer is now pregnantSeneca Park Zoo in Rochester said a biopsy revealed its giraffe Kipenzi has a squamous cell carcinoma growth on her jaw.
Rosalynn Carter leaves legacy of mental health advocacyFormer first lady Rosalynn Carter is being remembered as an advocate and champion for people suffering from mental illness.
Federal court orders 2 nutrition companies to stop selling supplementsTwo companies can no longer make or sell their supplements after a federal court alleged they made false claims and didn't follow required practices.
What's next for turkeys after they receive presidential pardon?U.S. presidents have been pardoning turkeys in an annual ceremony dating back many years. But the good times for the turkeys don't end there.
Some NYC restaurants will be required to post added sugar contentNearly 2,000 restaurants in New York City will soon need to post their added sugar content on menus.
More free COVID-19 tests available on government websiteThe federal government will begin shipping out kits next week to households who order free tests through a website.
Infant mortality rates shine a light on maternity care desertsDoctors link the increase to expanding maternal care deserts and a widening gap in access, endangering women and infants.
SpaceX loses giant rocket over Gulf of Mexico during second testNASA is counting on SpaceX's Starship to land astronauts on the moon by the end of 2025 or soon thereafter.
Flu cases climb as seasonal illness sets inSeven states report high rates of influenza infection, the CDC says. The agency estimates there have already been about 780,000 cases nationwide.
Attention stargazers! Peak of the Leonid meteor shower is this weekendTo catch the meteors, NASA suggests heading outside around midnight (in any time zone) and choose a spot far from light pollution.
Maternity leave benefits unavailable to moms who deliver stillbirthsAccording to the CDC, more than 20,000 babies are born still each year, but most states do not include stillbirth moms in paid family leave policies.
Expert gives the dos and don'ts of running a Thanksgiving turkey trotIt might be tempting to sign up for a local turkey trot on Thanksgiving, but an expert says there are a few things to keep in mind.
