US infant mortality rate increases for first time in 20 yearsThe infant mortality rate rose 3%, with four states being most affected.
Coca-Cola forced to make shifts as global fresh water supply dwindlesIn a time of drought intensified by climate change as well as global population growth, the planet's fresh water supply is under pressure.
Part of Blue Ridge Parkway closes; humans got too close to young bearThe National Park Service says getting within 150 feet of a bear is illegal, but that did not stop some tourists from getting too close.
2nd person to receive pig's heart dies 6 weeks after transplantDespite extra precautions, 58-year-old Lawrence Faucette lived less time than the first recipient.
Running low: US strategic oil reserve reaches lowest level in decadesOver 200 million barrels of crude oil have been pulled out by President Joe Biden since the beginning of last year — around 40% of what was stored.
Women sue Airbnb after staying in 'house of horror' filled with batsA group of women is suing Airbnb, a homeowner and a rental manager after they claim a horde of bats attacked them in a Michigan home.
New definition of infertility broadens to include LGBTQ+ communityThe American Society of Reproductive Medicine recently broadened their definition of infertility to be inclusive of single and LGBTQ+ people.
New study suggests what may have actually killed off dinosaursIn simulations, dust from an asteroid impact lingered in Earth's atmosphere for 15 years, creating an "impact winter."
Extreme heat expected to cause more cardiovascular deaths over timeIn a new study, researchers predict that Black adults and those 65 and older will likely be disproportionately affected.
Tarantula causes motorcycle crash in California's Death ValleyA crawling critter caused a couple to quickly brake on a road in Death Valley National Park, leading a person behind them to crash.
New puffin species evolved because of climate change, scientists sayThe new hybrid likely came from breeding between two subspecies within the past 100 years, which scientists said coincides with the warming pattern.
FDA warns against using 26 different types of eye dropsThe eye drops are sold under numerous store brands, including Target's Up & Up, CVS Health and Rite Aid.
Post-pandemic work world leaves more employees feeling isolatedIt's estimated that the U.S. economy lost more than $400 billion in productivity last year due to workers feeling socially isolated.
Tips to keep kids and families safe this HalloweenChildren are more than twice as likely to be hit by a car on Halloween than on any other day, according to Safe Kids Worldwide.
CDC panel recommending 2 million Americans get mpox vaccineThose who face a high risk of contracting mpox could soon be advised to get routine shots to prevent further outbreaks.
Amid climate change, researchers develop new types of applesApple orchards have been impacted by climate change, with warmer temperatures moving further north in growing areas within the U.S.
Drugmaker seeks approval for RSV vaccine for 50-59 year oldsAdults over age 60 can now get an RSV shot, but that age group may soon include people in their 50s.
This weekend's lunar eclipse coincides with Hunter's MoonWhile most of the U.S. won't get to see the partial lunar eclipse, some might notice the moon will get darker briefly on Saturday.
Tests find 'concerning' levels of heavy metals in chocolate productsResearchers looked for the presence of lead and cadmium, the two metals most commonly found in cacao products, as well as mercury and arsenic.
How seawater can be used to generate valuable hydrogen energyThe current process of obtaining hydrogen can emit a lot of carbon dioxide into the atmosphere, but scientists have found a new — greener — way.
Getting COVID, flu shots together may increase stroke risk in seniorsThe risk identified in the study appears to be very low, with only three reported strokes for every 100,000 doses administered.
Woman couldn’t sleep because of sounds in her ear. It was a spiderInsects found in a person’s ear are rare. Past research stated insects account for 14% to 18% of foreign objects found in the ear canal.
Dog who saved his own life after tragic hit-and-run needs a homeBuster is a 3-year-old Labrador retriever who is looking for an adoptive family after a rough first few years.
At least 14 human skeletons discovered in rare 5,000-year-old tombAn excavation project led archaeologists to discover an "extremely rare" tomb that was largely destroyed thousands of years ago.
Moderna's joint flu/COVID-19 vaccine undergoing widespread testingBy 2025, Moderna hopes to offer a joint COVID-19 and flu vaccine in an effort to increase compliance with vaccine recommendations.
What causes fall allergies? Here's how to alleviate symptomsAround 1 in 4 adults over the age of 18 have seasonal allergies, according to data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Pet tortoise reunited with family in Florida 3 years after it escapedDeputies had a hunch that it was somebody's pet because they said the female tortoise enjoyed the company of people and "head pats."
Feds take action against makers of 'invisible mask' to prevent COVIDCompanies that marketed the 1 Virus Buster Invisible Mask during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic reached a settlement with the government.
Woman says doctor took away her ability to have kids without consentThe Virginia mom did not know her doctor had removed her remaining ovary during a surgical procedure.
Nearly 1 in 4 adults across the world feel lonely, new survey findsA new survey says nearly 1 in 4 adults across the world feel very or fairly lonely, as officials warn of a loneliness epidemic.
