The cause of SIDS is unknown, but scientists are exploring a brain receptor that could be involved in a subset of infant SIDS deaths.
Author: Nada Hassanein, USA TODAY
Scientists sent DVDs to women in rural Ohio. The result: Cancer screenings increased six-fold.
Rural people have higher rates of cancer deaths. As their hospitals and health care centers shutter, a team found a way to help rural women get screened.
Shattered houses, crushed cars: Photos show destruction from Texas tornado that left at least 1 dead
An overnight Rio Grande Valley tornado left one dead, several injured and damaged dozens of homes.
A record-breaking heat wave is forecast for the Pacific Northwest this weekend
The National Weather Service reports high temperatures will surge into the 80s and 90s — 20 to 30 degrees above normal for this time of year.
Kids’ brains may develop better in states with more generous safety net programs, study finds
Researchers found that anti-poverty programs helped narrow gaps in mental health and brain development between rich and poor kids.
This group of young women is seeing a staggering rise in uterine cancer. Experts don’t know why.
Uterine cancer is long known to affect Black women disparately. Now, data shows this alarming trend is affecting young, Hispanic women.
Some sleep-aid gummies contain over 300% more melatonin than labeled, study finds
A study finds melatonin gummies, which are not regulated by the FDA, are often mislabeled, putting children at risk.
Are your ears ringing? Experts are studying whether its linked to COVID or the vaccine.
Thousands have reported ringing in the ears, called tinnitus, after receiving a COVID-19 vaccine. Experts are exploring whether there’s a link.
A group of immigrants lowered their blood pressure with help from these health workers. Here’s why it worked.
Community health workers have long helped underserved and immigrant communities manage chronic conditions. But sustained funding is needed.
A ‘quiet’ liver disease is on the rise in kids and Hispanic people: What you need to know
Nonalcoholic fatty liver disease affects as many as 1 in 3 people, but it often comes with no symptoms. Experts discuss who it’s affecting most.