Health

If our consciousness doesn’t fade at death, where does it go? Children’s memories provide missing pieces to this puzzle.

The suit was filed on behalf of a group of South Bay residents affected by raw sewage flowing into the waters of southern San Diego County.

Microplastics easily enter and accumulate in the human body, but their health impacts remain elusive.

No additional mpox cases in the United States have been discovered as of Nov. 18, the CDC says.

New research from Penn State shows everyday physical activities, from walking to household chores, can improve cognitive processing speed in middle-aged adults.

How to activate the kind, resilient brain regions so you can better handle challenges.

The international health agency blamed the increase on lifestyle factors such as unhealthy food and physical inactivity.

Peppermint is a plant with potent properties, is easy to prepare, has a familiar flavor, and is safe to eat or drink.

San Joaquin County voters are overwhelmingly in favor of ballot Measure R.

New research shows that just two hours per week in natural, green spaces can reduce emotional distress in children aged 10 to 12 with mental health challenges.

This can potentially reduce the risk of fractures and osteoporosis later in life, but the average prenatal vitamin may not contain enough.

Research shows that, unlike tetanus and influenza vaccines, COVID-19 mRNA vaccines do not prompt the generation of durable antibody-producing cells.

Soybeans can provide a vital protein source to vegetarians, help maintain energy levels, and may help prevent Type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease.

Attorney General Rob Bonta issued a warning on the dangers of hemp-infused products made to look like popular snacks.

Experts recommend that people living in places where ticks are endemic do thorough skin examinations.

New research in San Diego County found a majority of online vape sales were delivered without age verification.

A new genomic test detects multiple pathogens with a single analysis, showing potential for faster, more accurate disease diagnosis.

Agencies report the disease has affected nearly 260 dairies statewide, and producers are facing quarantines restricting the movement of cattle.