CDC Says for First Time That THC Could Be Behind Vaping Deaths and Illnesses

For the first time, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) said it suspects vaping THC—a compound in marijuana—is tied to the hundreds of lung illnesses and at least 12 deaths that have been reported across the country. During a press briefing on Friday, CDC officials said the latest findings of their investigation “suggest … Read more

Is Wine Really Healthier Than Beer?

Beginning in the 1980s, researchers noticed that the French—despite typically eating a diet with lots of foods containing saturated fat and cholesterol—had lower than expected rates of heart disease and early death. Some called this phenomenon the “French paradox,” and they went to work figuring out an explanation. Wine emerged as a prime candidate. Moderate … Read more

He Lost His Arms, His Legs and His Nose to a Rare Infection. Are His Pit Bull Ellie’s Licks to Blame?

(WEST BEND, Wis.) — It’s hard to regard Ellie as a menace. When Greg Manteufel is frustrated or feeling down, she sits by him. At night, she sleeps under his covers. At dinner, she’s there next to him, knowing he’ll throw something her way. She belies the stereotype of the vicious pit bull. “We love … Read more

Vaping Death Toll Rises to 13 With 805 Confirmed Illnesses in U.S., Health Officials Say

(NEW YORK) — Hundreds more Americans have been reported to have a vaping-related breathing illness, and the death toll has risen to 13, health officials said Thursday. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said 805 confirmed and probable cases have been reported, up 52% from the 530 reported a week ago. At this point, … Read more