Health

Fitness trackers can help monitor health for some people, but can exacerbate disordered eating for others

Thursday, February 8 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- Brooklyn-based boxing instructor Nancy Chen said her Apple Watch was able to hone in on the effectiveness of her workouts. But it wasn't... Read More.

Weight loss drugs linked to lower likelihood of depression and anxiety diagnoses: Study

Thursday, February 8 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- Most weight loss drugs were linked to a lower likelihood of depression and anxiety diagnoses, according to research published by Epic... Read More.

Drug shortage can put patients’ lives at risk, experts warn

Wednesday, February 7 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- National shortage of over-the-counter and prescription drugs for health issues such as asthma, ADHD or cancer have been troubling patients and... Read More.

EPA announces new air quality standards for particulate matter, citing health risks

Wednesday, February 7 by ABC News

(WASHINGTON) -- The Environmental Protection Agency announced a new rule on Wednesday to significantly reduce the level of air pollution known as particulate matter... Read More.

Recalled dairy products may be linked to listeria outbreak in seven states, CDC warns

Wednesday, February 7 by ABC News

(ATLANTA) -- The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has issued a food safety alert for recalled cheeses, yogurts and sour creams potentially linked... Read More.

East Palestine residents still displaced, suffering 1 year after toxic train derailment

Saturday, February 3 by ABC News

(OHIO) -- In the one year since the toxic train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio, where 11 cars carrying hazardous materials spilled toxins into... Read More.

How cosmetic leg lengthening surgeries are luring patients and courting controversy

Friday, February 2 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- Being tall is a stature that many men have longed for and some are turning to leg lengthening surgery to enhance... Read More.