Stephanie Ivory counts on Medicaid to get treated for gastrointestinal conditions and a bulging disc that makes standing or sitting for long periods painful. Her disabilities keep her from working, she said. Ivory, 58, of Columbus, Ohio, believes she would be exempt from a requirement that adult Medicaid recipients work, …
Read More »A grandmother ignored her fatigue — but then her skin turned yellow. Doctors diagnosed her with the “silent killer” of cancers.
When Irene Wells was diagnosed with the “silent killer” of cancers, she asked doctors not to tell her what stage it was. She already knew plenty about pancreatic cancer. A friend had died of it after years of treatment. Her daughter-in-law works in pancreatic cancer research. The five-year survival rate …
Read More »Dealing with “survivor’s guilt” amid wildfires? An expert shares some advice.
The wildfires in California are leaving many of those unaffected feeling a sense of “survivor’s guilt.” A resident of the Pacific Palisades neighborhood told CBS News Los Angeles their house is still standing despite neighboring home being destroyed. “The only happiness we have is to be able to get our sentimental …
Read More »Hurricane Helene destroyed a Tennessee hospital. Officials knew it was at risk.
Erwin, Tennessee — April Boyd texted her husband before she boarded the helicopter. “So, I don’t want to be dramatic,” she wrote on Sept. 27, “but we are gonna fly and rescue patients from the rooftop of Unicoi hospital.” Earlier that day, Hurricane Helene roared into the Southern Appalachian Mountains …
Read More »Decades of national suicide prevention policies haven’t slowed the deaths
If you or someone you know may be experiencing a mental health crisis, contact the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline by dialing or texting “988.” When Pooja Mehta’s younger brother, Raj, died by suicide at 19 in March 2020, she felt “blindsided.” Raj’s last text message was to his college …
Read More »What do your blood test results mean? Here’s an expert’s advice on how to interpret them.
Brad Reisfeld is a professor of chemical and biological engineering, biomedical engineering, and public health at Colorado State University. Your blood serves numerous roles to maintain your health. To carry out these functions, blood contains a multitude of components, including red blood cells that transport oxygen, nutrients and hormones; white blood cells …
Read More »How often should I replace my toothbrush? A dentist weighs in
When’s the last time you replaced your toothbrush? For many people, the answer is “too long ago.” “The average person should be swapping out for a new toothbrush every three to four months,” Dr. Kevin Sands, a dentist based in Beverly Hills, told CBS News. “This ensures that the bristles …
Read More »Ozempic, Mounjaro manufacturers sued over claims of “stomach paralysis” side effects
A personal injury law firm has filed a lawsuit against Novo Nordisk and Eli Lilly and Co., the manufacturers of Ozempic and Mounjaro, over claims that the diabetes drugs, which are popular for aiding weight loss, can cause gastroparesis, a paralysis of the stomach. Paul Pennock and Jonathan Sedgh, the …
Read More »Jill Biden covers Women’s Health, shares first lady workout routine
Want to work out like a first lady? Jill Biden is spilling all the details on her fitness routine. In a cover interview for the upcoming issue of Women’s Health, the 72-year-old told the magazine she works out most mornings — and her workouts involve an early alarm. When at …
Read More »What is a “sleep divorce” — and can it help you feel more rested?
Ever had trouble falling asleep or staying asleep because of your partner? Whether it’s getting disturbed by snoring, stolen covers during the night or differing schedules waking you up before your alarm — you’re not alone. People are taking to social media to talk about “sleep divorces,” the idea of …
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