California State

Columbus, OH

The Healthy 

Throat cancer refers to a group of cancers that affect various parts of the throat. The Cleveland Clinic notes that the areas most commonly affected are the larynx, or voice box, and the oropharynx, the middle section of the throat. According to the American Cancer Society’s 2024 statistics, it is estimated that there will be approximately 58,450 new cases of oropharyngeal cancer and about 12,650 new cases of laryngeal cancer. Throat cancer treatment typically involves surgical removal of the cancerous growths.

“Here’s How I Knew I Had Throat Cancer”: One Patient’s Story After Symptoms Were Missed

LiveScience

In very rare instances, the live microorganisms in probiotics can cause dangerous infections.

Probiotic supplement caused man's fatal infection in rare case

A seasonal respiratory virus named parvovirus B19 – sometimes also called fifth disease – is increasing in activity, the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention warned Tuesday.

Common respiratory virus that dwindled during the pandemic is on the rise, CDC warns, with higher risk for certain groups

Fortune

New COVID-19 cases are popping up globally, as at least 40 Olympic athletes in Paris have tested positive for COVID-19 or other respiratory illnesses.

The dreaded COVID summer surge has arrived. Here’s the latest on symptoms and treatment

Health

Medically reviewed by Rafle Fernandez, MDMedically reviewed by Rafle Fernandez, MDAn enlarged heart (also known as cardiomegaly) isn't a condition on its own but is often an underlying sign of heart problems. Several conditions like coronary artery disease, high blood pressure, and kidney disease can cause an enlarged heart.Some people with an enlarged heart don't experience symptoms at all, but others may experience symptoms like trouble breathing, a racing heartbeat, and fluid build-up—all of which tend to worsen with physical exertion.  
      What Size Should Your Heart Be?Typically, your heart is about the size...

Signs and Symptoms of an Enlarged Heart (Cardiomegaly)

Snopes

The actor's working relationship with Disney has spanned decades, having been cast in his first Disney feature film, "Follow Me, Boys!" at age 15.

Fact Check: Kurt Russell Ended His Longtime Relationship with 'Woke Disney'?

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Shin

In a world where food challenges have become a popular form of entertainment, one man's attempt to conquer an 8-pound burger in just 30 minutes took a turn for the worse. Here's the story of GF, a 40-year-old burger enthusiast, and the brutal consequences he faced after his gastronomic feat based on a medical case study in 2017.

A Man Devoured 8-Pound Burger and Nearly Died from Multi-Organ Failure: True Medical Incident

A woman claims she was banned for life by American Airlines for having relations on a plane with a man. There’s just one problem: The incident never happened. The woman, named Erin Wright, took to TikTok to reveal why American Airlines allegedly banned her from flying with the airline without making her aware of the situation. “I got permanently banned from flying American Airlines for having sexual relations with a man on a plane even though I’m a lesbian,” Wright stated.

Woman ‘Banned for Life by American Airlines’ for Having Relations on Plane, Denies Claims

COVID Health

Using health data from almost 213,000 Americans who experienced reinfections, researchers have found that severe infections from the virus that causes COVID-19 tend to foreshadow similar severity of infection the next time a person contracts the disease. Additionally, scientists discovered that long COVID was more likely to occur after a first infection compared to a reinfection.

Study Suggests Reinfections With COVID-19 Virus Likely Have Similar Severity

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved the world’s first nasal spray drug, neffy (epinephrine nasal spray), for the treatment of Type I anaphylaxis. Approved on August 9, 2024, this adrenaline nasal spray offers a new option for treating severe allergic reactions in adults and pediatric patients weighing at least 30 kg. Further, this approval introduces a significant alternative for patients who delay treatment due to an aversion to injections.

The First-Ever Nasal Spray for Anaphylactic Shock Gets FDA Approval

Utah State

Layton, UT

A father has been declared a hero after he drowned trying to save his son, who was rescuing a young woman during a recent storm. In an Aug. 11 statement, the Utah State Parks confirmed that Andre Leon Debose from Layton, Utah fell victim to drowning while swimming at Williard State Park. He had been swimming and boating with his 17-year-old when a storm came through.

Father Drowns Trying to Save Son Who Was Rescuing Young Woman During Storm

A range of conditions, including alcohol or medication overuse, nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), and chronic infections, can damage your liver. However, the early signs of liver damage are subtle, and the initial stages of liver disease are "silent," or asymptomatic. By the time you recognize symptoms, your liver is already significantly damaged.

Signs of Liver Damage and Ways to Tell

Talker

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Teen gymnast paralyzed after accident makes remarkable recovery

People with bronchitis have a persistent cough that produces clear, yellow, or green phlegm. Green phlegm often points to a bacterial infection. However, this is less common with bronchitis than viral infection. Bronchitis is an infection of the airways in the lower respiratory tract that usually results from viruses similar...

What color phlegm is related to bronchitis?

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Hamish Graham, from Littleborough, England, initially dismissed his head pain and dizziness as a migraine until he lost a significant amount of weight without trying and was overcome with tiredness— something which prompted his mom to push for him to get blood work done. He was ultimately diagnosed with leukemia.

23-Year-Old Working at Movie Theatre Dismissed His Weight Loss & Dizziness As Migraines, Turned Out To Be Leukemia

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One Walmart shopper is issuing a warning against buying meat at the massive retail chain—but the reason why isn’t strictly tied to Walmart. It seems that customers at stores such as Walmart believe it's acceptable to grab perishable items, such as meat or dairy, and then place them on any available shelf if they decide they no longer want them.

Walmart customer shares why they will never shop for meat at the store leaving viewers torn

Saint Louis, MO

A new antibiotic compound developed by Washington University researchers effectively treats severe bacterial infections, including flesh-eating disease, in mice. Researchers at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis have developed a novel compound that effectively clears bacterial infections in mice, including those that can result in rare but potentially fatal “flesh-eating” illnesses. The compound could be the first of an entirely new class of antibiotics, and a gift to clinicians seeking more effective treatments against bacteria that can’t be tamed easily with current antibiotics.

“Happy Accident” Leads to Potent Weapon Against Flesh-Eating Superbugs

New Hampshire State

Lincoln, NH

NBC News

Five people have developed Legionnaires' disease following possible exposure to contaminated water droplets from a cooling tower in downtown Lincoln, New Hampshire, state health officials say. The five people developed the disease — a severe form of pneumonia caused by Legionella bacteria — in June and July, New Hampshire’s Department...

5 people diagnosed with Legionnaires' disease in New Hampshire after possible exposure from cooling tower

A bike accident almost killed MTV Catfish star Nev Schulman earlier this month. Over the weekend, Schulman took to Instagram to share photos of the terrifying incident that left him with a broken neck and other significant injuries. He issued a trigger warning for his followers. “The following slides contain...

‘Catfish’ Host Nev Schulman Breaks Neck in Bike Accident, Shares Photos of Nasty Injuries

Birmingham, AL

As a registered dietitian and avid runner, Beth Kitchin has had a healthy routine all her life. She ate well, loved to jog, hike and lift weights, ran a couple of marathons, and practiced yoga and tai chi. Kitchin had “absolutely” no health problems — until she started feeling a nagging pain in one of her legs in the fall of 2020.

Woman shocked leg pain is blood cancer symptom, requires 'red devil' chemo

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14 People Diagnosed With Fungal Infection Following Huge Music Festival

More than a dozen people were diagnosed with a fungal infection after attending a huge California music festival this past May. The California Department of Public...

14 People Diagnosed With Fungal Infection Following Huge Music Festival

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