FOX NEWS: Verity Health, hospital chain run by California billionaire, files for bankruptcy

Verity Health, hospital chain run by California billionaire, files for bankruptcy



A California hospital chain managed by Los Angeles billionaire Patrick Soon-Shiong filed for bankruptcy Friday, citing mounting losses and debt, as it seeks a new buyer.

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FOX NEWS: FDA warns against consuming liquid nitrogen-prepared foods

FDA warns against consuming liquid nitrogen-prepared foods



Fans of the popular Dragon’s Breath snack, the treat infused with liquid nitrogen that allows consumers to blow smoke after eating it, should think twice before consuming the controversial food, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) warned on Thursday.

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FOX NEWS: ADHD diagnoses may be rising in US

ADHD diagnoses may be rising in US



The number of children diagnosed with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in the U.S. appears to have increased dramatically, a new study finds.

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FOX NEWS: Children should stay in rear-facing car seat 'for as long as possible,' experts say in new guidelines

Children should stay in rear-facing car seat 'for as long as possible,' experts say in new guidelines



Heads up, parents: The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) has updated its guidelines on how long children should stay in a rear-facing car seat.

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A Debate Over ‘Rational Suicide’

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From 0 to 10 Million: Vaping Takes Off in the U.S.

By NICHOLAS BAKALAR from NYT Health https://ift.tt/2PmSWeR

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FOX NEWS: Florida pastor's wife dies from flu-related complications, family says

Florida pastor's wife dies from flu-related complications, family says



A 46-year-old mother of three died earlier this week after suffering from complications of pneumonia and the flu.

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FOX NEWS: Cancer survivor uses Times Square billboard to find kidney donor

Cancer survivor uses Times Square billboard to find kidney donor



A Long Island dad and cancer survivor is searching for a new kidney at the Crossroads of the World — using a sky-high billboard paid for by a generous friend.

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FOX NEWS: Cluster of HIV cases in North Seattle prompt concern of potential outbreak

Cluster of HIV cases in North Seattle prompt concern of potential outbreak



Drug use may be behind a small cluster of recent HIV diagnoses in North Seattle prompting health officials to warn about the potential for a large outbreak.

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FOX NEWS: Hospital outbreak linked to eye exam killed newborn, family's lawsuit claims

Hospital outbreak linked to eye exam killed newborn, family's lawsuit claims



A lawsuit filed against the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia alleges that a contaminated eye examination that sickened 23 infants in the hospital’s neonatal intensive care unit led to the death of at least one child.

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You’ll Never Guess Which Company Is Reinventing Health Benefits

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FOX NEWS: Man who contracted flesh-eating bacteria while crabbing has legs amputated, daughter says

Man who contracted flesh-eating bacteria while crabbing has legs amputated, daughter says



A New Jersey man who got infected with flesh-eating bacteria while crabbing in early July underwent surgery to have portions of his legs amputated Wednesday -- weeks after losing his forearms and hands, his family said.

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FOX NEWS: South Carolina student hospitalized with meningitis

South Carolina student hospitalized with meningitis



A South Carolina middle school student has been hospitalized with viral meningitis, prompting officials to send letters home to parents and order cleaning crews out of precaution.

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FOX NEWS: Last remaining heart transplant doctor leaves Oregon hospital

Last remaining heart transplant doctor leaves Oregon hospital



The only remaining doctor in Oregon's only heart transplant program has resigned, leaving the state with no medical facilities that can perform the life-saving procedure.

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FOX NEWS: Pennsylvania woman says contact lens caused rare infection that led to 'stabbing' pain, possible blindness

Pennsylvania woman says contact lens caused rare infection that led to 'stabbing' pain, possible blindness



A Pennsylvania woman is blaming contaminated contact lenses for causing a rare infection that's threatening her eyesight and causing a throbbing pain.

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FOX NEWS: Nearly 1,400 NYCHA kids tested positive for lead

Nearly 1,400 NYCHA kids tested positive for lead



1,375 children.

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FOX NEWS: 11 sickened, 1 dead in New Hampshire Legionnaires' outbreak

11 sickened, 1 dead in New Hampshire Legionnaires' outbreak



Health officials in New Hampshire have confirmed 12 cases of Legionnaires’ disease, including one fatality, possibly linked to two hot tubs at two different hotels.

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FOX NEWS: FDA warns of serious genital infection linked to certain diabetes drugs

FDA warns of serious genital infection linked to certain diabetes drugs



The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) said on Wednesday a serious genital infection has been reported in patients taking a certain class of diabetes drugs, with one death and 11 others hospitalized.

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FOX NEWS: Delaware reports first rabies death since 1941

Delaware reports first rabies death since 1941



Health officials say a Delaware woman has died from rabies, the first such death in the state since 1941.

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FOX NEWS: Detroit schools shut off water over high levels of lead, copper

Detroit schools shut off water over high levels of lead, copper



Detroit has shut off drinking water in all public schools after officials found high levels of lead or copper in samples from 16 out of 24 schools tested.

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FOX NEWS: Mom's prenatal opioids may stunt kids' learning, study finds

Mom's prenatal opioids may stunt kids' learning, study finds



Learning disabilities and other special education needs are common in children born with opioid-related symptoms from their mother's drug use while pregnant, according to the first big U.S. study to examine potential long-term problems in these infants.

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FOX NEWS: Texas nurse fired after allegedly posting about toddler's measles diagnosis on anti-vax page

Texas nurse fired after allegedly posting about toddler's measles diagnosis on anti-vax page



A nurse in Texas was fired after she allegedly posted to an anti-vaccination Facebook page about a young patient who may have the measles, officials with the Texas Children’s Hospital in Houston said this week.

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FOX NEWS: Salmonella outbreak linked to kosher chicken sickens 17, kills 1, CDC says

Salmonella outbreak linked to kosher chicken sickens 17, kills 1, CDC says



At least 17 people were sickened and one person has died as a result of eating chicken that was possibly contaminated with Salmonella bacteria, the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) said Wednesday.

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FOX NEWS: Son who donated kidney to his police chief dad becomes cop

Son who donated kidney to his police chief dad becomes cop



The son of Chicago’s police chief has been sworn-in as a rookie officer, a year after donating a kidney to his dad.

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FOX NEWS: British mom dies after 'Brazilian butt lift' procedure in Turkey, reports say

British mom dies after 'Brazilian butt lift' procedure in Turkey, reports say



A British mother of three died shortly after she underwent a “Brazilian butt lift” procedure in Turkey, reports said Wednesday.

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FOX NEWS: Man loses left arm after contracting flesh-eating bacteria infection from sushi

Man loses left arm after contracting flesh-eating bacteria infection from sushi



A 71-year-old man in South Korea had his left forearm amputated after he developed a fever and excruciating pain in his hand hours after eating raw fish.

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FOX NEWS: Botched procedure by woman accused of posing as dentist allegedly sent patient to hospital

Botched procedure by woman accused of posing as dentist allegedly sent patient to hospital



A Georgia woman who was arrested last week stands accused for a second time of operating on patients and performing dental procedures without actually having a license to practice.

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FOX NEWS: Cargill recalls 25,000 pounds of possibly contaminated beef

Cargill recalls 25,000 pounds of possibly contaminated beef



A Cargill Meat Solutions plant in Colorado is recalling more than 25,000 pounds (11,300 kg) of ground beef that could be contaminated with E. Coli, the U.S. Department of Agriculture said.

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FOX NEWS: West Nile virus victim's family calls for more mosquito control

West Nile virus victim's family calls for more mosquito control



The grieving family of a Tennessee veteran is calling for more awareness and more preventative measures in their county after their father tested positive for West Nile virus before his death.

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S.T.D. Diagnoses Reach Record 2.3 Million New Cases in U.S.

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FOX NEWS: California mom bitten by 'kissing bug' warns others about danger of 'silent killer' parasitic disease

California mom bitten by 'kissing bug' warns others about danger of 'silent killer' parasitic disease



When Lynn Kaufer Hodson was bitten by a triatomine, also known as a "kissing bug," she couldn't even feel it. It wasn't until a large, itchy lump appeared on her neck the next day that she realized some type of pest had sucked her blood.

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FOX NEWS: STDs hit all-time highs in US for fourth straight year, CDC reports

STDs hit all-time highs in US for fourth straight year, CDC reports



Sexually-transmitted diseases continue to hit all-time highs in the U.S. with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reporting a 10 percent spike for chlamydia, gonorrhea and syphilis in 2017.

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FOX NEWS: Long Beach Fire Department investigating after several members treated for overdose at wedding, report says

Long Beach Fire Department investigating after several members treated for overdose at wedding, report says



Several members of the Long Beach Fire Department reportedly had to be revived with the opioid antidote Narcan after overdosing at an after-hours post-wedding party Sunday.

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FOX NEWS: Parents of baby misdiagnosed with terminal brain condition in utero left fate 'in God's hands'

Parents of baby misdiagnosed with terminal brain condition in utero left fate 'in God's hands'



An Iowa couple who welcomed their first child in July had been preparing to say goodbye to him since about halfway through their pregnancy.

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FOX NEWS: Children's Advil bubble gum flavor recalled due to overdose concerns

Children's Advil bubble gum flavor recalled due to overdose concerns



Heads up, parents: Children’s Advil Suspension Bubble Gum flavor has been voluntarily recalled due to overdose concerns.

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FOX NEWS: Hilinski family won't shun football after QB son's suicide

Hilinski family won't shun football after QB son's suicide



Mark and Kym Hilinski keenly remember the swirl of activity.

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FOX NEWS: Girl, 2, left partially paralyzed after freak accident with drinking glass

Girl, 2, left partially paralyzed after freak accident with drinking glass



A Canadian toddler is recovering after a freak accident involving a water glass left her partially paralyzed on her left side.

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FOX NEWS: How a hangover affects your brain the next day

How a hangover affects your brain the next day



We all know we shouldn't drink and drive.

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Breast-Feeding Mothers Should Avoid Marijuana, Pediatricians Say

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How Much Alcohol Is Safe? None, Say These Researchers

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FOX NEWS: North Dakota woman dies from hantavirus after possible contact with rodent droppings

North Dakota woman dies from hantavirus after possible contact with rodent droppings



A North Dakota woman has died from hantavirus after possibly coming into contact with rodent droppings or urine.

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FOX NEWS: Scientists discover a sixth species of Ebola virus — in bats

Scientists discover a sixth species of Ebola virus — in bats



Scientists have discovered a previously unknown species of Ebola virus, called Bombali virus, that's carried by at least two species of bats in Sierra Leone.

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FOX NEWS: Girl, 4, needs surgery after trampoline park accident, parents say

Girl, 4, needs surgery after trampoline park accident, parents say



A 4-year-old girl in Canada is the latest victim to suffer serious injuries while jumping around at a trampoline park.

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China Has Withheld Samples of a Dangerous Flu Virus

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FOX NEWS: Teen chooses homeschooling to help paralyzed mom diagnosed with 2 cancers

Teen chooses homeschooling to help paralyzed mom diagnosed with 2 cancers



A Michigan teen will forgo attending her junior year of high school with friends and instead be homeschooled so that she can help take care of her paralyzed mother, who was recently diagnosed with two different types of breast cancer.

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FOX NEWS: Cancer survivor left crippled by treatment undergoes life-saving surgery

Cancer survivor left crippled by treatment undergoes life-saving surgery



A Georgia woman who beat cancer only to have the harsh side effects of radiation leave her stooped over and struggling to breathe has made remarkable strides in her recovery just three months after a life-saving, nine-hour surgery.

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FOX NEWS: Can using weed killer give you cancer?

Can using weed killer give you cancer?



A jury verdict ordering Monsanto to pay $289 million to a school groundskeeper is raising some concerns about the household use of products such as Roundup.

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FOX NEWS: Marijuana detected in mother's breastmilk days after pot use, study finds

Marijuana detected in mother's breastmilk days after pot use, study finds



Marijuana's main mind-altering ingredient was detected in nursing mothers' breast milk in a small study that comes amid evidence that more U.S. women are using pot during pregnancy and afterward.

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FOX NEWS: Marijuana and pregnancy: 5 key takeaways from the new official guidelines

Marijuana and pregnancy: 5 key takeaways from the new official guidelines



More than half of Americans support the legalization of marijuana, but questions remain about how the drug affects our health.

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Did Juul Lure Teenagers and Get ‘Customers for Life’?

By MATT RICHTEL and SHEILA KAPLAN from NYT Health https://ift.tt/2NrsPTm

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