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Florida student and teacher bond over matching scars from their open-heart surgeries: 'Tough cookies'

A 6-year-old girl and her kindergarten teacher have something very special in common — matching scars from open-heart surgeries. Kennedy Vogt's mother and her teacher shared their stories.

Ask a doctor: ‘What causes hiccups, and how can I get rid of them?'

To better understand the cause of hiccups and how to get rid of them, Ó£ÌÒÊÓƵ Digital reached out to two doctors who are experts on the condition. Here are their professional insights.

Penn State students raise $16.9 million in pediatric cancer funds through annual dance marathon

Penn State students raised over $16.9 million in their annual 46-hour dance marathon, Thon, benefiting pediatric cancer patients over the weekend, officials say.

Hundreds of rural hospitals are in danger of shutting down, study finds: ‘At risk of closure'

Hundreds of hospitals in rural areas of the U.S. are at risk of closure, according to new data from Chartis, a Chicago health care advisory services firm. An ER doctor weighed in on the findings.

Heart health risk factors for women over age 50: 'Don't ignore new symptoms,' experts warn

For women over age 50, there are a few factors regarding heart health that deserve attention. Two doctors mapped out the signs, symptoms and methods of keeping a happy heart.

Weekend read: Best stories of the week in Health include COVID advice and lupus developments

This weekend, check out some of the top stories of the week in Health that you may have missed, including key insights on COVID and autoimmune treatments.

For the first Sunday of Lent, make 'wise shifts' to help your relationship with God, says Washington pastor

The first Sunday of Lent kicks off the first full week of the Lenten season, a 40-day preparation for Easter. Pastor Jesse Bradley shared faith insights on drawing closer to God.

Ozempic, the happy drug? Study suggests weight-loss medications could reduce depression, anxiety

For those who take Ozempic or Wegovy for weight loss or diabetes, a new study suggests the GLP-1 medications could also help reduce depression and anxiety.

Researchers argue 'rapid onset gender dysphoria' does exist, despite narrative against it

Many transgender activists argue gender dysphoria is innate as justification for the medical transition of children, but some researchers point to "rapid onset gender dysphoria."

ADHD in males versus females: What you must know about the differences in symptoms and treatments

Licensed mental health counselor Sabrina Nasta and ADHD expert McCall Letterle map out how ADHD shows up in boys compared to girls, and eventually in men compared to women.