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H5N1 bird flu identified in pig for first time in United States
By Jamie Gumbrecht and Brenda Goodman, CNN (CNN) — H5N1 bird flu has been identified in a pig in the United States for the first time, the US…
Continue ReadingTriplets are becoming less common in the United States. Here’s why
By Jacqueline Howard, CNN (CNN) — Giving birth to triplets, quadruplets or even more has become increasingly less common in the United States.…
Continue ReadingUse of race and ethnicity is sometimes ‘harmful’ in medical research, says new report
By Kaan Ozcan, CNN New York (CNN) — Jazmin Evans was diagnosed with kidney disease at the age of 17 in 2012. She received a kidney transplant…
Continue ReadingOnions are likely source of E. coli outbreak linked to McDonald’s, federal agencies say; 15 additional cases reported
By Deidre McPhillips, CNN (CNN) — Fresh slivered onions served on McDonald’s Quarter Pounders were the likely source of an E. coli outbreak…
Continue ReadingWeekend warriors have the same risk of mild dementia as more frequent exercisers, study suggests
By Lianne Kolirin, CNN (CNN) — People who only exercise on weekends have a similar risk of developing mild dementia to those who work out more…
Continue ReadingAre you in perimenopause? Here’s what to look for, according to a doctor
By Katia Hetter, CNN (CNN) — Half of the world’s population will undergo menopause if they live to middle age, but symptoms start occurring…
Continue ReadingTexas AG sues El Paso doctor for ‘prescribing gender transition drugs to children’
AUSTIN, Texas (KVIA) — Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has sued an El Paso doctor for allegedly providing gender transition medication to…
Continue ReadingWhy some people intentionally cut, burn or bruise themselves
By Kristen Rogers and Matt Villano, CNN (CNN) — Megan walked the halls of her suburban Houston junior high in shame. It was the first time she…
Continue ReadingWhat alarms health experts most about RFK Jr. is what he’s leaving out of his health policy proposals
By Meg Tirrell, CNN (CNN) — “I’m going to let him go wild on health,” former President Donald Trump promised Sunday at his rally at…
Continue ReadingYou may not need to throw out those ‘expired’ Covid-19 home tests
By Sam Tupper, CNN (CNN) — Four free home Covid-19 antigen tests are available to order at COVIDTests.gov, part of the seventh round of the…
Continue ReadingWorld Stroke Day: El Paso doctors raise awareness and updated guidelines may help reduce risk
EL PASO, TX (KVIA) — More than 600,000 Americans will experience a stroke for the first time this year, according to the Centers for Disease…
Continue ReadingSome ER patients are half as likely to receive IV fluids since disruptions from Hurricane Helene
By Deidre McPhillips, CNN (CNN) — Patients visiting emergency departments for dehydration or nausea are half as likely to receive IV fluids now…
Continue ReadingEndocrine-disrupting chemicals are everywhere and could have many health impacts, researchers say
By Madeline Holcombe, CNN (CNN) — A class of chemicals –– likely in products all over many homes in the United States –– could be…
Continue ReadingIowa resident dies of rare Lassa fever, officials say
By Jen Christensen, CNN (CNN) — A resident of eastern Iowa who had recently traveled to West Africa died after catching Lassa fever, state…
Continue Reading7 ways to support kids’ immune systems as they return to school and wait for the Covid vaccine
By Kristen Rogers, CNN As kids return to in-person schooling every year, parents are usually prepared for their children’s immune systems to…
Continue ReadingLocal medical experts learn about treatment options for Obesity
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – One in 8 people around the world suffer from obesity, according to the World Health Organization. In the United States 74% of…
Continue ReadingThough still grieving, Matthew Perry’s loved ones are turning his death into a legacy of helping others
By Alli Rosenbloom, CNN (CNN) — Matthew Perry often spoke about how much he wanted to help people. One year after his death, those who loved…
Continue ReadingNational First Responders Day
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – President Joe Biden declared Oct. 28 as National First Responders Day. A day to both recognize and celebrate the men and…
Continue ReadingMcDonald’s to resume selling Quarter Pounders in all restaurants after beef patties in Colorado test negative for E. coli
By Michelle Watson and Nadia Kounang, CNN (CNN) — McDonald’s will resume selling Quarter Pounders in all restaurants this week after…
Continue ReadingABC-7 at 4: Flying Horse Half Marathon, 10k, 5k
El Paso, Texas (KVIA-TV)—Mark your calendars. The Flying Horse half marathon will be here in less than a month. The half marathon is perfect for…
Continue ReadingMigrants in Juarez taken to the hospital after getting food poisoning
JUAREZ, Chihuahua (KVIA) — On Monday, a group of 32 migrants had to be taken to several local hospitals in Juárez after an incident of food…
Continue Reading5 tips to wean yourself off added sugar
By Andrea Kane, CNN Editor’s note: The podcast Chasing Life With Dr. Sanjay Gupta explores the medical science behind some of life’s mysteries…
Continue ReadingUpdated guidelines may help reduce the risk of a first-time stroke, according to the American Stroke Association
By Sam Tupper, CNN (CNN) — More than 600,000 people in the US will have their first stroke this year. The American Stroke Association wants to…
Continue ReadingThe mysteries — and sometimes miracles — of the fertility fight
Essay by Jessica Schneider, CNN (CNN) — It was the night before we would find out if our fifth – and likely final – try at an embryo…
Continue ReadingResearcher’s fears of ‘weaponized’ data reignite focus on puberty-blocking drugs for transgender youth
By Brenda Goodman and Meg Tirrell, CNN (CNN) — The benefits of puberty-blocking drugs for transgender children are drawing fresh attention…
Continue ReadingE. coli cases linked to McDonald’s Quarter Pounders rises to 75, federal agencies say
By Deidre McPhillips, CNN (CNN) — The E. coli outbreak linked to McDonald’s Quarter Pounders has led to 75 illness across 13 states,…
Continue ReadingCases of walking pneumonia are surging in kids this year, CDC reports
By Brenda Goodman, CNN (CNN) — Children who have coughs that go on for weeks may have a type of walking pneumonia that’s been surging in the…
Continue ReadingNew TMS El Paso clinic opens in Far East
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Far East El Paso residents are now a little closer to mental health treatment. TMS El Paso opened its third clinic in El…
Continue ReadingHalloween NICU Reunion at Providence Children’s Hospital
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – Providence Children’s Hospital hosted more than 200 parents, children and NICU graduates for their annual Halloween reunion…
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