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Crunch, crunch: Africa's locust outbreak is far from over
The crunch of young locusts comes with nearly every step. The worst outbreak of the voracious insects in Kenya in 70 years is far from over, and their newest generation...
On This Day, July 5: U.S. stops accepting Haitian refugees
On July 5, 1994, the United States stopped accepting Haitian refugees and asked that other countries provide them with "safe havens."
L.A. County sees 'alarming' rise in coronavirus hospitalizations, infection rates
L.A. sees 'alarming' rise in coronavirus hospitalizations, infection rates
Shooting in Alabama mall kills 8-year-old boy, wounds 3 others
A shootout inside an Alabama mall killed an 8-year-old boy and injured three others Friday night.
Coronavirus: WHO discontinues trial on hydroxychloroquine
The World Health Organization announced Saturday that it discontinued its trial on hydroxychloroquine's effect on COVID-19 patients in hospitals.
Coronavirus: What's happening around the world on Saturday
People in England were finally allowed to drink in a pub, have a meal in a restaurant or get a haircut on Saturday for the first time in over three months as...
Local Texas leaders encourage sheltering in place as COVID-19 cases spike
The leaders of two Texas counties where coronavirus cases have overwhelmed hospitals have encouraged residents to shelter in place to avoid further strain on healthcare resources.
Want to exercise your freedom? Join in to stem the spread of coronavirus
Freedom means getting through the coronavirus together, not refusing to wear masks or to take the virus seriously
Newsom vows crackdown on coronavirus scofflaws. Will law enforcement cooperate?
Gov. Gavin Newsom again Wednesday threatened more enforcement for businesses that fail to follow coronavirus guidance, but how it would work remains unclear
How the body fights off urinary tract infections
Some people are better protected than others against urinary tract infections. This may be because their bodies produce more of a protein called uromodulin. An interdisciplinary research team has now...
More details released about Manitoba COVID-19 case on June flights
People who were sitting in specific rows on an Air Canada flight last month are now being advised to self-isolate because they are considered close contacts of a COVID-19 case...
COVID-19 in Quebec: What you need to know on Friday
The COVID-19 situation in Quebec remains under control, but there is concern that some in the population are growing too relaxed, the province’s public health director said.
'People are becoming complacent' about COVID-19, says Nova Scotia's top doctor
Nova Scotia reported no new COVID-19 cases on Friday, but with the Atlantic bubble now in place the province's top doctor is "extremely worried" people are forgetting about public health...
Worried about the Atlantic bubble? Here's why experts say the risk is low
There is a lot of fear around allowing travel within Atlantic Canada. But is it warranted? Here's how experts respond to common concerns
Following exercise guidelines decreases risk of early death, study says
Getting the recommended amount of exercise could cut your risk of early death, a new study indicates.
HIV not a risk factor for severe COVID-19, study shows
People with HIV who were hospitalized with COVID-19 didn't have worse results than COVID-19 patients without HIV, new research shows.
Patients may be exposed to hormone-disrupting chemicals in medication, medical supplies
Health care providers may unintentionally expose patients to endocrine- disrupting chemicals (EDCs) by prescribing certain medications and using medical supplies, according to a new perspective.
West Virginia sees boom in fireworks injuries after loosening laws
West Virginia loosened fireworks sales rules in 2016. And since then, the state has seen a 40 percent boom in fireworks-related injuries, researchers say.
Mike Trout unsure he'll play in 2020 because he's 'very concerned' about COVID-19
On the day the Angels began training camp, superstar Mike Trout said he might not play because his wife is pregnant and he's worried about COVID-19.
Anthony Anderson, Billy Eichner to guest host 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!'
Anthony Anderson is set to interview his "Black-ish" co-star Tracee Ellis Ross when he guest hosts "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" on Monday.
Stretching your legs may help prevent diseases such as heart diseases and diabetes
New research shows that 12 weeks of easy-to-administer passive stretching helps improve blood flow by making it easier for your arteries to dilate and decreasing their stiffness.
Early marriage may lead to unsafe drinking behavior by those with higher genetic risk
Getting married early in life may increase the risk of problematic drinking behavior among people who are genetically predisposed to drink more.
SAG-AFTRA issues 'Do Not Work' order for 'Songbird' cast
The actors' union SAG-AFTRA has issued a "Do Not Work" order to the cast of the pandemic drama, "Songbird."
Alberta health minister orders review 4 years after noose hung at Grande Prairie hospital
On June 24, 2016, a white South African-born surgeon tied a noose and taped it to the door of an operating room in the Queen Elizabeth II Hospital in Grande...
Health minister orders review into noose hung at Grande Prairie hospital
On June 24, 2016, a white South African-born surgeon tied a noose and taped it to the door of an operating room in Grande Prairie's Queen Elizabeth II Hospital. He...
Making food beautiful—and toxic
Toxic chemicals are being used by food sellers across sub-Saharan Africa to improve the look of meat and fish, scientists and food inspectors say, putting the health of millions at...
Heatwave trends accelerate worldwide
The first comprehensive worldwide assessment of heatwaves down to regional levels has revealed that in nearly every part of the world heatwaves have been increasing in frequency and duration since...
Inside the race to develop a safe COVID-19 vaccine
Researchers are working at unprecedented rates to create a COVID-19 vaccine. (Pixabay/)As COVID-19 cases continue to surge in the United States and abroad, researchers are racing to develop a vaccine at record-breaking speeds....