SpongeBob SquarePants is autistic, voice actor says
Tom Kenny, the voice actor behind the beloved character, said during a recent event that SpongeBob is autistic and that it’s his “superpower."
Biden tests negative for COVID-19, White House says
The White House noted that Biden's symptoms have resolved without fever, his vital signs, including pulse oximetry, were normal, and his lungs remained clear.
Barbie unveils 1st blind doll and Black doll with Down syndrome
Both the Blind Barbie Doll and Black Barbie Doll with Down syndrome are part of its fashionista line of dolls.
FDA pushes back deadline again to ban formaldehyde in hair products
Chemical hair straighteners or "relaxers" are applied to hair to make it less frizzy or straighter. But most of these products release formaldehyde gas into the air when heated.
Deadly listeria outbreak linked to deli meat: Here's what to know
The CDC reported last week that two people died and at least 28 others were hospitalized across 12 states because of a listeria outbreak connected to deli meat.
Pig hearts and kidneys: Barns may be future of organ transplantation
Some of the world's cleanest pigs are being raised in the Virginia mountains to supply kidneys and hearts for animal-to-human organ transplants.
2 deaths linked to listeria outbreak, more than 2 dozen hospitalized, CDC says
The listeria outbreak is linked to meat that was sliced at grocery store deli counters, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said.
Nearly half of US adult cancer deaths could be prevented by lifestyle changes, study finds
Researchers identified these specific risk factors in their study as contributing factors for cancer cases and deaths among some adults in the U.S.
Costco sold baby wipes containing high levels of PFAS, lawsuit claims
The lawsuit was filed by two women claiming they would not have bought the products knowing they were unsafe.
Dr. Ruth, pioneering sex therapist, dies at 96
Dr. Ruth became a pop icon, media star and best-selling author through her frank talk about once-taboo topics. Here is a look back at her career.
3 Colorado poultry workers presumed to have bird flu
Three people who had direct contact with infected animals in Colorado are presumed to have contracted bird flu.
Medicines that don't mix well with extreme heat: What to know
Learn how extreme heat can worsen the side effects of common medications and get advice on proper storage and handling.
Lupus: What to know about the autoimmune disease
Lupus has no cure and the exact cause is unknown, but in a recent breakthrough study, scientists believe they may have found a primary cause of the complex autoimmune disease.
Lupus breakthrough: Researchers may have found cause of autoimmune disease
Researchers claim they have found a “molecular defect" that leads to lupus. Autoimmune experts weigh in on the potential impact.
These are the most and least stressed cities in America, survey finds
Stress can be overwhelming, and people living in these cities tend to deal with it more than others, according to a recent survey.
Browns great Bernie Kosar reveals Parkinson's, liver disease diagnoses: 'I felt like death'
Cleveland Browns great Bernie Kosar, who led the team to three AFC championship game appearances, says he has liver disease and was recently diagnosed with Parkinson’s.
Queens of the Stone Age cancel tour dates for Josh Homme's emergency surgery
The band is canceling eight tour performances as Josh Homme prepares to head to the U.S. for emergency surgery.
How do doctors diagnose Parkinson's disease?
LiveNOW's Andy Mac spoke with Dr. Michael Okun, a neurologist from The Parkinson's Foundation about the disease, how it's diagnosed, treatment options and more amid reports that a Parkinson's expert visited the White House eight times in the last year.
Tampons can contain toxic metals like lead and arsenic, study finds
Researchers found various concentrations of 16 types of metals, including toxic metals lead and arsenic, across all tampons they tested in a new study. Here's what else they found.
Cannabis hyperemesis syndrome: Marijuana-linked condition on the rise
As marijuana use becomes more prevalent, a severe illness linked to frequent cannabis use is also on the rise.