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The American Cancer Society says excessive alcohol use may be one factor behind an increase in at least six cancers, including breast cancer and colon cancer. Dr. Celine Gounder, a CBS News medical contributor, explains the findings in the new report.
The FDA has approved a new feature for Apple's AirPods Pro that allows them to double as hearing aids. The self-fitting software aims to help users with mild to moderate hearing loss, providing a less expensive alternative to traditional aids.
Mark Raymond Jr.'s life changed in 2016 when an accident on a lake left him paralyzed. After finding a rehab facility in California, Raymond said his life changed. He's now changing the lives of others through his gym he opened in New Orleans for people with different needs.
For nearly two years, the CBS News investigative unit has documented how private equity and other investor groups have siphoned hundreds of millions of dollars from community hospitals with devastating consequences. The CEO of one of those hospital companies, Steward Health Care, has been subpoenaed to testify Thursday on Capitol Hill. However, the attorney for Dr. Ralph de la Torre requested a postponement and says he will not be showing up. Senators could hold him in contempt.
With IUDs growing in popularity, the CDC is now recommending that doctors provide pain management counseling for the procedure. Dr. Celine Gounder explains what this change means for women considering this highly effective birth control method.
A new rule from the FDA requires mammogram facilities across the U.S. to tell women whether they have dense breasts in hopes of helping people detect breast cancer sooner. According to the CDC, about half of women over 40 in the U.S. have dense breast tissue. Dr. Elizabeth Comen explains the change and how it could help save lives.
To lose weight, millions of Americans have turned to prescription medications that treat diabetes like Wegovy, Ozempic and others. However, some say they can have serious side effects. CBS News senior investigative consumer correspondent Anna Werner spoke to a Pennsylvania woman who is warning others about rare complications she said she experienced from a weight loss drug that she says left her fighting for her life.
Eli Lilly says it will sell one-dose vials of Zepbound for roughly half the usual monthly list price. The weight loss drug, also known as Mounjaro, can cost more than $1,000 for one month's supply. CBS News medical contributor Dr. Celine Gounder has more.
Intense heat is creating dangerous conditions for student athletes across the country. "CBS Mornings" spoke to one school in New Jersey using a device that measures "wet bulb globe temperature." The number shows how much heat stress an athlete may be experiencing.
Dr. Anthony Fauci is recovering at home after spending nearly a week in the hospital with West Nile virus. CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook spoke with him over the weekend and shares how he is doing.
The World Health Organization has declared the spread of mpox — formerly known as monkeypox — in Africa as a global health emergency. There have been over 17,000 confirmed and suspected cases reported this year, surpassing last year's total. Health officials warn the potentially deadly virus could spread internationally.
In their first joint appearance since Kamala Harris replaced Joe Biden as the Democratic presidential candidate, they are promoting a new initiative to lower prescription drug prices.
New research reveals what parents worry most about when it comes to raising kids. Gallup partnered with the Walton Family Foundation on the research. Psychologist Lisa Damour breaks it down.
Medical credit cards have been increasing in popularity as a way for patients to pay for expenses like hearing, vision, dentistry and even hospital services. But consumer advocates say some of these cards could end up hurting a consumer's credit score or leaving them in deeper debt. Senior consumer investigative correspondent Anna Werner explains what to know.
A concerning new study estimates by 2050, cancer cases among men worldwide will increase by 84% and cancer deaths will increase by 93%. CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook explains why and what you can do to protect yourself.
The Petersen Automotive Museum hosts a collection of more than 400 classics, including Hollywood legend Steve McQueen's 1956 Jaguar, now worth more than $30 million.
After his ALS diagnosis, Zac Brown Band's John Driskell Hopkins plans to donate $3 million to fund research through his "Hop On A Cure" foundation and released a new single titled "Each Other."
Celebrating his Texas roots, Grammy-winning artist Leon Bridges releases "Leon," an album he calls a love letter to the city of Fort Worth.
The House is leaning toward Republican control, CBS News estimates.
A weathered American flag outside 66-year-old Napoleon Fuller's Menifee, California home connected him with a Vietnam veteran. That connection gave him a renewed sense of pride.
The iconic Budweiser Clydesdales have partnered with Folds of Honor, a nonprofit helping military families, for more than 14 years.
Despite the popularity of cosmetic filler injections, these procedures can carry some risks. Here's what an expert says consumers should know.
Kelly Reilly opens up about the possibility of a spin-off featuring her "Yellowstone" character Beth Dutton and fan favorite Rip Wheeler as the series nears its end.
Record demand for Ozempic, Wegovy and other weight loss drugs is fueling a surge of dangerous knockoffs.
Billionaires Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy will head an effort, dubbed DOGE, to reduce wasteful federal spending. Here's what it's about.
President-elect Donald Trump announced Wednesday that he would nominate Rep. Matt Gaetz to be attorney general.
Overdose deaths have slowed 18% since a peak last year, the CDC estimates.
The agreement would increase the threshold that allowed a single member to trigger a no-confidence vote to remove the speaker.
The Republican-backed bill applies to Ohio public K-12 schools and institutions of higher education.
Billionaires Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy will head an effort, dubbed DOGE, to reduce wasteful federal spending. Here's what it's about.
Illnesses linked to slivered onions on McDonald's Quarter Pounder burgers expand to 14 states, federal officials say.
Concerns about 23andMe's business prospects is raising questions about the genetic testing company's customer data.
KFC takes smaller competitor to court over wording rather than ingredients in touting its chicken.
One couple took out a loan to cover the out-of-network costs of an abortion and drove eight hours to a hospital in the neighboring state.
Billionaires Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy will head an effort, dubbed DOGE, to reduce wasteful federal spending. Here's what it's about.
President-elect Donald Trump announced Wednesday that he would nominate Rep. Matt Gaetz to be attorney general.
The agreement would increase the threshold that allowed a single member to trigger a no-confidence vote to remove the speaker.
The Republican-backed bill applies to Ohio public K-12 schools and institutions of higher education.
Sen. Bob Casey is locked in a tight race with Dave McCormick in Pennsylvania. There will be an automatic recount of the votes, state officials say.
Overdose deaths have slowed 18% since a peak last year, the CDC estimates.
Illnesses linked to slivered onions on McDonald's Quarter Pounder burgers expand to 14 states, federal officials say.
Concerns about 23andMe's business prospects is raising questions about the genetic testing company's customer data.
Nearly 4 in 10 seniors have gotten vaccinated for COVID so far this year.
Why do we cry? There's actually some good reasons for it — and an explanation for why shedding some tears can make us feel better.
The Supreme Court in recent years has become a target for threats by far-right groups and supporters of former President Jair Bolsonaro due to its crackdown on the spread of false information.
President Biden met Wednesday with the families of American hostages held in Gaza.
Spanish police arrested Oscar Sanchez Gil along with 15 other people as part of a probe into the country's largest-ever cocaine bust.
The last day of the 2024 Atlantic Hurricane Season is Nov. 30, but as we near that finishing line, the Caribbean has other thoughts in mind.
U.S. Army Air Forces Pvt. 1st Class Bernard J. Calvi, 23, died in a prisoner of war camp in the Philippines during World War II.
Patrick Mahomes called the break-in "frustrating" and "disappointing," and said the investigation is ongoing.
The "Queen of Hallmark Christmas" Lacey Chabert joins "CBS Mornings Plus" to discuss her new holiday film "Hot Frosty" and "The Christmas Quest," which is her 15th Hallmark Christmas film.
Cruising through Los Angeles in an open-top sports car epitomizes the California dream. That's why LA naturally became home to one of the world's finest car collections, the Petersen Automotive Museum, now marking its 30th anniversary. For car enthusiast Jay Leno, it's a beloved destination.
After his ALS diagnosis, Zac Brown Band's John Driskell Hopkins plans to donate $3 million to fund research through his "Hop On A Cure" foundation and released a new single titled "Each Other."
Vanity Fair's Hollywood issue celebrates nearly 30 years of spotlighting actors shaping the industry. This year's cover stars include veteran icons like Nicole Kidman and Zoe Saldana, and recent breakout stars like Glen Powell and Sydney Sweeney among the 12 honorees. Editor-in-chief Radhika Jones has more.
The Guardian says benefits of being on Elon Musk's social media platform X are outweighed by its "often disturbing content."
Amazon rolls out a new shopping service, dubbed Amazon Haul, that sells items for $20 or less.
From labor shortages to environmental impacts, farmers are looking to AI to help revolutionize the agriculture industry. One California startup, Farm-ng, is tapping into the power of AI and robotics to perform a wide range of tasks, including seeding, weeding and harvesting.
When climate disasters hit, important memories stored in photos and other artifacts can be lost forever. Dave Malkoff takes a look at how technology is being used to help preserve those memories.
As votes were tallied and it became clear that Trump was on his way to victory, the deluge of posts questioning the integrity of the election fell to a trickle.
Seal-shaped boards decked with bright horizontal lights were less likely to be attacked by great white sharks, researchers found.
Oil and natural gas companies will have to pay a federal fee if they emit methane above certain levels under a rule being finalized by the Biden administration that incoming Trump officials are likely to reverse.
1970s-era U.S. spy satellite imagery has led archeologists to what they believe is the site of a seventh-century battle that was decisive in the spread of Islam in the region.
President-elect Donald Trump announced on Monday that he would nominate former Republican Rep. Lee Zeldin of New York to lead the Environmental Protection Agency. CBS News national environmental correspondent David Schechter joins to discuss the move.
Multiple wildfires are burning across the Northeastern U.S. and crews say they are making some headway as they battle a massive wildfire in Southern California. Tom Hanson and Tina Patel have the latest.
The FBI is reportedly investigating burglaries at the homes of Kansas City Chiefs stars Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce. The string of burglaries happened early last month while neither of them were home. At least $20,000 in cash was taken from Kelce's home. Neither one has addressed the burglaries publicly.
Germán Reyes was arrested on charges of homicide for the killing of Alejandro Arcos just a week after he took office as mayor, officials said.
A judge denied bail for Kouri Richins a second time on Tuesday, ordering the Utah mom to remain in jail until she goes on trial for allegedly fatally poisoning her husband in 2022.
A judge on Tuesday sentenced former Massachusetts Air National Guard member Jack Teixeira to 15 years in prison for leaking classified Pentagon documents on social media. The 22-year-old pleaded guilty to six counts of violating the Espionage Act in March. CBS News Justice Department reporter Robert Legare has more.
Officials who responded to a burning body found a dog nearby. The animal refused to leave the scene.
Medical issues aside, the astronauts described a water leak in June that triggered a blizzard in the International Space Station's airlock.
With an Election Day docking, the cargo ship delivered 3 tons of supplies and equipment, including an unusual wooden satellite.
Two sister meteor showers are already flashing across night skies — and will peak a week apart.
NASA confirmed its sun-observing spacecraft captured the moment when the comet Atlas broke into chunks this week as it passed close to the sun.
A Chinese spacecraft carrying a three-person crew, including the country's first female space engineer, has successfully docked with China's orbiting space station. The launch comes as Beijing works to expand its space exploration and put a person on the moon by 2030.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
See some of convicted serial killer Rodney Alcala's photographs that were discovered by detectives in a Seattle storage locker.
The seesaw marriage between the former ballerina and her much older husband only lasted four years, until she shot him on Sept. 27, 2020.
A look at the evidence in "The Dexter Killer" case; plus, newly revealed letters from the man police say wanted to be like fictional serial killer Dexter Morgan.
Live performances are in full swing this summer. Scroll through our concert gallery, featuring pictures by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.
President-elect Donald Trump vowed to cut U.S. energy prices by 50% within one year of taking office. He is also expected to loosen regulations on oil and natural gas companies. Patrick De Haan, the head of petroleum analysis for GasBuddy.com, a website that tracks fuel prices, joins CBS News to discuss.
President-elect Donald Trump picked Fox News host Pete Hegseth for the Secretary of Defense position. CBS News national security contributor Sam Vinograd discusses what is expected of the role and if Hegseth is up for the challenge.
Democratic leaders are divided over what to blame for their 2024 election losses. Democratic Rep. Seth Moulton of Massachusetts joins "The Daily Report" to discuss the party's messaging and focus.
The trial over Idaho's near-total abortion ban continued in Boise on Wednesday. The four women involved in the case are asking a judge to clarify and expand exceptions to women who need medical abortions in order to save their lives. CBS News correspondent Nicole Valdes has the latest.
The Labor Department data released Wednesday showed that inflation ticked back up in October, which is what economists were expecting. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady has more on what it means for consumers.