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Verity Health, hospital chain run by California billionaire, files for bankruptcy A California hospital chain managed by Los Angeles billionaire Patrick Soon-Shiong filed for bankruptcy Friday, citing mounting losses and debt, as it seeks a new buyer. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2LKsI3K

FDA warns against consuming liquid nitrogen-prepared foods Fans of the popular Dragon’s Breath snack, the treat infused with liquid nitrogen that allows consumers to blow smoke after eating it, should think twice before consuming the controversial food, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) warned on Thursday. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2LJIWKE

By PAULA SPAN from NYT Health https://ift.tt/2BZPwNr

ADHD diagnoses may be rising in US The number of children diagnosed with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in the U.S. appears to have increased dramatically, a new study finds. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2MHm3fZ

Children should stay in rear-facing car seat 'for as long as possible,' experts say in new guidelines Heads up, parents: The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) has updated its guidelines on how long children should stay in a rear-facing car seat. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2oqJxHN

By NICHOLAS BAKALAR from NYT Health https://ift.tt/2PmSWeR

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Florida pastor's wife dies from flu-related complications, family says A 46-year-old mother of three died earlier this week after suffering from complications of pneumonia and the flu. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2LJdX0Y

Cancer survivor uses Times Square billboard to find kidney donor A Long Island dad and cancer survivor is searching for a new kidney at the Crossroads of the World — using a sky-high billboard paid for by a generous friend. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2wEm8qe

Cluster of HIV cases in North Seattle prompt concern of potential outbreak Drug use may be behind a small cluster of recent HIV diagnoses in North Seattle prompting health officials to warn about the potential for a large outbreak. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2wyO5iR

Hospital outbreak linked to eye exam killed newborn, family's lawsuit claims A lawsuit filed against the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia alleges that a contaminated eye examination that sickened 23 infants in the hospital’s neonatal intensive care unit led to the death of at least one child. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2wwdRFz

Man who contracted flesh-eating bacteria while crabbing has legs amputated, daughter says A New Jersey man who got infected with flesh-eating bacteria while crabbing in early July underwent surgery to have portions of his legs amputated Wednesday -- weeks after losing his forearms and hands, his family said. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2C4w95R

South Carolina student hospitalized with meningitis A South Carolina middle school student has been hospitalized with viral meningitis, prompting officials to send letters home to parents and order cleaning crews out of precaution. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2NASEAy

Last remaining heart transplant doctor leaves Oregon hospital The only remaining doctor in Oregon's only heart transplant program has resigned, leaving the state with no medical facilities that can perform the life-saving procedure. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2onSykT

Pennsylvania woman says contact lens caused rare infection that led to 'stabbing' pain, possible blindness A Pennsylvania woman is blaming contaminated contact lenses for causing a rare infection that's threatening her eyesight and causing a throbbing pain. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2C2WD7J

Nearly 1,400 NYCHA kids tested positive for lead 1,375 children. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2N61NUI

11 sickened, 1 dead in New Hampshire Legionnaires' outbreak Health officials in New Hampshire have confirmed 12 cases of Legionnaires’ disease, including one fatality, possibly linked to two hot tubs at two different hotels. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2C1mkWn

FDA warns of serious genital infection linked to certain diabetes drugs The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) said on Wednesday a serious genital infection has been reported in patients taking a certain class of diabetes drugs, with one death and 11 others hospitalized. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2NwEzUJ

Delaware reports first rabies death since 1941 Health officials say a Delaware woman has died from rabies, the first such death in the state since 1941. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2NyAb7Z

Detroit schools shut off water over high levels of lead, copper Detroit has shut off drinking water in all public schools after officials found high levels of lead or copper in samples from 16 out of 24 schools tested. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2LGZbI6

Mom's prenatal opioids may stunt kids' learning, study finds Learning disabilities and other special education needs are common in children born with opioid-related symptoms from their mother's drug use while pregnant, according to the first big U.S. study to examine potential long-term problems in these infants. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2C186Vd

Texas nurse fired after allegedly posting about toddler's measles diagnosis on anti-vax page A nurse in Texas was fired after she allegedly posted to an anti-vaccination Facebook page about a young patient who may have the measles, officials with the Texas Children’s Hospital in Houston said this week. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2C8b2zM

Salmonella outbreak linked to kosher chicken sickens 17, kills 1, CDC says At least 17 people were sickened and one person has died as a result of eating chicken that was possibly contaminated with Salmonella bacteria, the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) said Wednesday. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2N3n7du

Son who donated kidney to his police chief dad becomes cop The son of Chicago’s police chief has been sworn-in as a rookie officer, a year after donating a kidney to his dad. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2PM702F

British mom dies after 'Brazilian butt lift' procedure in Turkey, reports say A British mother of three died shortly after she underwent a “Brazilian butt lift” procedure in Turkey, reports said Wednesday. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2LEwWtM

Man loses left arm after contracting flesh-eating bacteria infection from sushi A 71-year-old man in South Korea had his left forearm amputated after he developed a fever and excruciating pain in his hand hours after eating raw fish. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2PhBCrA

Botched procedure by woman accused of posing as dentist allegedly sent patient to hospital A Georgia woman who was arrested last week stands accused for a second time of operating on patients and performing dental procedures without actually having a license to practice. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2PPAEUS

Cargill recalls 25,000 pounds of possibly contaminated beef A Cargill Meat Solutions plant in Colorado is recalling more than 25,000 pounds (11,300 kg) of ground beef that could be contaminated with E. Coli, the U.S. Department of Agriculture said. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2okW9QR

West Nile virus victim's family calls for more mosquito control The grieving family of a Tennessee veteran is calling for more awareness and more preventative measures in their county after their father tested positive for West Nile virus before his death. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2PQ3Wmj

By KAREN ZRAICK from NYT Health https://ift.tt/2Nqr2y5

California mom bitten by 'kissing bug' warns others about danger of 'silent killer' parasitic disease When Lynn Kaufer Hodson was bitten by a triatomine, also known as a "kissing bug," she couldn't even feel it. It wasn't until a large, itchy lump appeared on her neck the next day that she realized some type of pest had sucked her blood. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2wkAAUC

STDs hit all-time highs in US for fourth straight year, CDC reports Sexually-transmitted diseases continue to hit all-time highs in the U.S. with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reporting a 10 percent spike for chlamydia, gonorrhea and syphilis in 2017. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2woLMyM

PM-appointed Ehsan Mani set to be formally elected as board chairman at the election from Pakistan news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://ift.tt/2PdV20u

Long Beach Fire Department investigating after several members treated for overdose at wedding, report says Several members of the Long Beach Fire Department reportedly had to be revived with the opioid antidote Narcan after overdosing at an after-hours post-wedding party Sunday. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2NseMx7

Parents of baby misdiagnosed with terminal brain condition in utero left fate 'in God's hands' An Iowa couple who welcomed their first child in July had been preparing to say goodbye to him since about halfway through their pregnancy. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2oilKKf

Children's Advil bubble gum flavor recalled due to overdose concerns Heads up, parents: Children’s Advil Suspension Bubble Gum flavor has been voluntarily recalled due to overdose concerns. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2MEo7Wj

Hilinski family won't shun football after QB son's suicide Mark and Kym Hilinski keenly remember the swirl of activity. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2LznEPJ

Girl, 2, left partially paralyzed after freak accident with drinking glass A Canadian toddler is recovering after a freak accident involving a water glass left her partially paralyzed on her left side. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2LC5OeO

How a hangover affects your brain the next day We all know we shouldn't drink and drive. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2oeiX4q

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North Dakota woman dies from hantavirus after possible contact with rodent droppings A North Dakota woman has died from hantavirus after possibly coming into contact with rodent droppings or urine. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2LyxykN

Scientists discover a sixth species of Ebola virus — in bats Scientists have discovered a previously unknown species of Ebola virus, called Bombali virus, that's carried by at least two species of bats in Sierra Leone. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2Nrd3bv

Girl, 4, needs surgery after trampoline park accident, parents say A 4-year-old girl in Canada is the latest victim to suffer serious injuries while jumping around at a trampoline park. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2PHwRIX

Teen chooses homeschooling to help paralyzed mom diagnosed with 2 cancers A Michigan teen will forgo attending her junior year of high school with friends and instead be homeschooled so that she can help take care of her paralyzed mother, who was recently diagnosed with two different types of breast cancer. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2Nl6S8t

Cancer survivor left crippled by treatment undergoes life-saving surgery A Georgia woman who beat cancer only to have the harsh side effects of radiation leave her stooped over and struggling to breathe has made remarkable strides in her recovery just three months after a life-saving, nine-hour surgery. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2wkG9m9

Can using weed killer give you cancer? A jury verdict ordering Monsanto to pay $289 million to a school groundskeeper is raising some concerns about the household use of products such as Roundup. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2BPJgHQ

Marijuana detected in mother's breastmilk days after pot use, study finds Marijuana's main mind-altering ingredient was detected in nursing mothers' breast milk in a small study that comes amid evidence that more U.S. women are using pot during pregnancy and afterward. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2PI41In

Marijuana and pregnancy: 5 key takeaways from the new official guidelines More than half of Americans support the legalization of marijuana, but questions remain about how the drug affects our health. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2PHe28U

By MATT RICHTEL and SHEILA KAPLAN from NYT Health https://ift.tt/2NrsPTm