Appendix cancer rates surge among Gen X and millennials
Appendix cancer rates have tripled for Gen X and quadrupled for millennials, new study reveals. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Appendix cancer...
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Report finds hospitals flout price transparency rules
Researchers reveal some hospitals are not fully complying with federal price transparency rules, impacting patients' ability to compare costs. CHARLOTTE,...
Is there a new Tornado Alley? Recent research says yes and experts are alarmed
Tornado season is here and where those twisters strike may be shifting. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — New research shows powerful storms...
New study reveals stress may not increase food consumption
Stress and snacking often go hand in hand. But new research shows that connection may not be as bad as...
Women’s drinking habits raise health concerns, study reveals
Research shows women in their 30s and 40s are drinking more, leading to health issues like liver disease and breast...
US drug prices rise as health officials suggest fewer meds
Health officials push for fewer medications to lower costs, but critics blame high drug prices. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — The fight...
Experts warn: Weight loss drug alternatives miss the mark
The FDA crackdown on alternative weight loss drugs pushes Americans towards risky supplements. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Cheaper alternatives to popular...
What is the MMR vaccine and is it effective against measles?
The MMR vaccine protects against measles, mumps and rubella. It's been used safely and effectively for over 50 years.
What a 100-year flood really means
We’ve all heard the term “100-year flood” — but it might not mean what you think. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — When...
Ultraprocessed foods: What are they and are they bad for you?
RFK Jr., the nation’s new health secretary, has cited “highly chemically processed foods” as a chief culprit behind an epidemic...