Scleroderma: The disease that Bob Saget fought to find a cure for after it took his sister’s life
close Video Fans of Bob Saget are mourning his death this week. Joining the list of celebs and fans pouring out tributes to the “Full House” TV star…
Deltacron: a new variant of COVID-19 or a lab contamination mishap?
close Video Deltacron, the reported new variant of COVID-19 said to combine both delta and omicron variants, has sparked a reaction of skepticism from world health experts. Scientists…
Rising alcohol consumption during COVID-19 pandemic projected to cause more liver disease, deaths
close Video Increased alcohol consumption during the COVID-19 pandemic is expected to cause 100 additional deaths and 2,800 additional cases of liver failure by 2023, according to a…
At what temperature can you get frostbite? Signs, symptoms and everything else to know
close Video A bitter cold spell is sweeping across much of the U.S., leaving many with serious concerns for their health and safety. Frostbite, in particular, is plaguing…
Moderna CEO pushes for second COVID-19 booster shot, but doctors aren’t yet convinced it’s necessary
close Video Pharmaceutical giant Moderna announced that people may need a second COVID-19 vaccine booster shot while health officials continue to explore the need for further shots. Moderna…
Omicron wave receding at global epicenter, CDC cautiously optimistic
close Video The omicron wave that has whiplashed the world with surging cases has peaked after approximately four weeks in a large South African hospital in the City…
Omicron, delta have fused into new ‘deltacron’ strain, Cyprus professor finds
close Video A new strain of the coronavirus appears to be a genetic fusion of currently known omicron and delta variants, a researcher claims. The so-called “deltacron” strain…
Olympian Gracie Gold skates into crowd’s hearts with comeback performance
close Video Gracie Gold lives up to her name as she stuns last night’s crowd with her gutsy performance at the United States figure skating national championships, according…
Omicron surge: New Mexico extends indoor mask mandate
close Video New Mexico moved to extend COVID-19 health orders on Friday. In an emergency public health order, New Mexico Department of Health Acting Secretary Dr. David Scrase…
Omicron surge: Oregon health authorities issue interim triage tool on how to prioritize care
close Video Oregon health officials have provided the state’s hospitals with an interim crisis care tool to help prioritize treatment if they reach a point when critical care…