The Danger of Drinking Alcohol While Your Skin is Exposed to the Sun -- Many Blacks Still in Denial
Most skin cancers are caused by direct exposure to the UV rays in sunlight, according to the American Cancer Society. Ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun can damage DNA in the cells in the body, which in turn may lead …
Americans Divided Over GOP Health Care Bill, Kaiser Poll Finds
Although President Donald Trump and Republicans in Congress promise that their plan will cover more people and cost less, nearly half of Americans don't believe it, according to a Kaiser Family Foundation poll released Wednesday.
70-Year-Old Woman Runs 7 Marathons On 7 Continents In 7 Days
Seventy-year-old Chau Smith wanted to challenge herself even further, so she decided to run seven marathons in seven days on seven continents. In January, the Missouri woman accomplished that goal.
How Democrats Will Use the GOP Health Care Bill Against Republicans in 2018
Democrats, armed with new numbers outlining the millions of Americans expected to be uninsured if the Republican health care plan goes into effect, are finally back on offense.
CBO Report: 24 Million Fewer Insured by 2026 Under GOP Health Care Bill
Twenty-four million more Americans would be uninsured by 2026 under the House Republican health care bill than under Obamacare, including 14 million by next year, the non-partisan Congressional Budget Office said Monday.
5 Things for Tuesday, March 14: More Uninsured, Nor'easter, Brexit A Go
Here's what you need to know to Get Up to Speed and Out the Door.
Calling All Local Food and Beverage Innovators for H-E-B Primo Picks Quest for Texas Best
H-E-B Primo Picks Quest for Texas Best is visiting Houston on Tuesday, March 21 to share insight with local food and beverage creators interested in participating in the 2017 statewide competition. Potential entrants are invited to meet with H-E-B leaders …
The Dangerous Behaviors Of Teens Who Use Fake Weed
The synthetic cannabinoids often called "fake weed" are a mix of chemicals sprinkled on what looks like incense and sold in shiny packages, often to teens and young adults.
Baby Carriers, Cribs, Strollers Linked To Thousands Of Injuries Every Year
An estimated 1.4 million children under the age of 3 were treated in US emergency departments for nursery product-related injuries between 1991 and 2011, according to a new study in the journal Pediatrics -- an average of more than 66,000 …
Why Doesn't The US Train More Doctors?
Health experts warn that recent health care and immigration policies could worsen an ongoing doctor shortage, raising the question of why the federal government doesn't train more doctors in the first place.
Study: We Think Black Men Are Bigger Than White Men (Even When They're Not)
In a new body of research published by the American Psychological Association, 950 online participants from the US were asked to rate black and white men based on their weird, height, strength and build.
Families to Pay Price If Maternity Coverage Gets Cut in GOP's Health Care Plan
Christie Popp, who is pregnant with her third child, is hoping hard that the maternity coverage she has through the Affordable Care Act doesn't go away.
The Ultimate Guilt-free Treat? These Salad Cakes Are Made With Vegetables
Imagine biting into a beautiful cake, but instead of a sugary rush you get the fresh flavors of celery, carrot and red cabbage.
Connect With Your Kidneys: DaVita Kicks Off National Kidney Month
DaVita Kidney Care, a division of DaVita Inc. (DVA) and a leading provider of kidney care services in the United States, today celebrates the beginning of National Kidney Month by asking people to take a short risk quiz to help …
President of MD Anderson Cancer Center Resigns
Ronald A. DePinho M.D., president of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, has resigned. Chancellor William H. McRaven has requested DePinho stay on board through the end of the Texas legislative session, officials said in a release Wednesday.
