In Trenton, a unique partnership is making a difference in teen health education. The Trenton Public Library and Planned Parenthood of Northern, Central, and Southern New Jersey have joined forces to bring sex education to local teens. This isn't just any old talk. It's a program called "Spill the T
Andrea Yates' name became known across the country after a terrible event in 2001. She was a mother of five who struggled with serious mental health issues. Her story is now being told in a new documentary series. But what happened to her after that tragic day? Yates is now 61 years old. She has be
In a move to strengthen its position in the health tech space, OpenAI has acquired Torch, a startup focused on integrating patient health data. Torch's technology aims to consolidate medical records, which are often scattered across various platforms and formats, into a single, accessible system. Th
In a recent study, scientists looked at how certain chemicals, called organophosphate esters (OPEs) and their breakdown products (mOPEs), might be affecting our brains. These chemicals are everywhere, and they can get into our bodies through the environment. The study focused on people in Beijing, C
In a bold move, thousands of nurses from three major hospital groups in New York City walked off the job. They are demanding better working conditions and fair pay. The nurses, part of the New York State Nurses Association, say they are overworked and underpaid. They are striking at NewYork-Presbyte
A recent court decision has put a halt to the Trump administration's plan to cut funding for a major pediatric group. The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) was set to lose nearly $12 million in grants, but a federal judge intervened. The judge found that the U. S. Department of Health and Human S
A big food company is taking back a lot of frozen tater tots. Why? Because some bags might have tiny, hard plastic bits in them. This isn't good news for anyone who loves this crispy snack. The company, McCain Foods, started this recall on December 3, 2025. They did it on their own, without being f
Stephen Pearcy, the frontman of the famous band Ratt, recently opened up about his health struggles. He shared his story on a podcast, talking about his close encounters with serious health issues. Pearcy, now 69, revealed that he was diagnosed with liver cancer back in 2018. He has been cancer-free
Researchers dug into a big question: Does it matter if you take your blood pressure medicine at night or in the morning? They looked at lots of studies to see how it affects heart health. Taking blood pressure pills at night might be better for some people. It could lower the risk of heart problems
Men with breast cancer often feel left out. They struggle to find health information that speaks to them. Most health info is made for women. This can make men feel ignored and confused. Men with breast cancer have unique needs. They want info that fits their lives. They need to know about treatmen
