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A measles outbreak in the U.S. has grown to at least 124 cases, prompting questions about how to stay safe. The outbreak is primarily affecting children and teenagers in Texas, nearly all of whom were unvaccinated, and health officials say one child has died. Nine cases have been reported in New …

Looking for the perfect holiday gift for the 20- or 30-something in your life? It might be in the toy aisle. Many adults are unabashed from sharing their obsessions with what others would categorize as kids’ toys — from Mini Brands mystery packs that have long been sold in retailers’ …

Many adults take daily multivitamins in hopes of bettering their health. But a new study is calling their usefulness into question. In the study, published in JAMA Network Open Wednesday, researchers analyzed data from nearly 400,000 healthy U.S. adults followed for more than 20 years and found no association between …

‘Tis the season for sneezing and coughing — but in some cases, it may not be seasonal germs but the Christmas tree in your living room that’s making you feel those symptoms. Sometimes referred to as “Christmas Tree Syndrome,” experts say it can cause your indoor allergies to flare up …

Jim Weaver has had two major surgeries in the past decade: one to remove cancerous tumors from his bladder and another to clear a blocked artery. Weaver, 70, knew that after he emerged from surgery, he’d want privacy. But because he and his wife drove more than 150 miles from …

A warning for parents as we approach summer: Nearly 400 children die every year from drowning in pools and spas, according to a new government report. One mother is speaking out to prevent future tragedies. Chezik Tsunoda went through a heartbreak no mother should experience. In 2018, her 3-year-old son …

Tens of millions of Americans use menstrual products, and while manufacturers contend they are safe, most disclose little about the chemicals they contain. Now, amid calls for more disclosure and research into the health effects of these products, some states require more transparency. The manufacture and sale of period and …