(NEXSTAR) — A new study has identified the region with the unhealthiest population in America. Forbes Advisor conducted the analysis and ranked each state based on several factors, including rates of drug abuse, unhealthy lifestyle habits, and chronic disease. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, chronic diseases are health conditions that last … Read more
AUSTIN, Texas (KXAN) – A flesh-eating parasitic disease, typically seen in people who travel to tropical or subtropical areas, is now spreading through some sand flies in parts of the U.S., according to a new Centers for Disease Control and Prevention analysis. The disease, known as leishmaniasis, occurs through a bite of an infected female … Read more
(NEXSTAR) – Holiday travel can be expensive and stressful, but you can save some money on airfare if you book your flight far enough in advance. Google crunched some numbers and found that travelers looking for cheaper Christmas flights should consider shopping around now. If you’re planning a trip for mid-December, you’re most likely to … Read more
AUSTIN (KXAN) – A team of researchers say they have observed a link between autism diagnosis in boys and their mothers drinking at least one diet soda daily or consuming an equivalent amount of the sweetener aspartame during pregnancy or while breastfeeding, according to a new study. In the study, the researchers at the University … Read more
NEW YORK (AP) — Pets provide joy and companionship, but costs can add up quickly, especially if you’re a first-time owner and don’t know what to expect. Many prospective dog or cat owners only focus on the positive aspects of bringing a furry friend into their lives. And there are countless reasons why pets are great. … Read more
(The Hill) — Former New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie (R) said it’s time to take a “political risk” and consider changes to Social Security and Medicare benefits for young people. Changes to the programs are necessary, or they could run out of money for everyone in about a decade as the country faces a rising … Read more