• Scientists: Don't Hit 'Pandemic Panic Button' Yet
  
  Leading scientists urged caution over fears of another pandemic on Thursday after the World Health Organization requested more information from China on a rise of respiratory illnesses and pneumonia clusters among children.
• US Catholic Healthcare Network Partners to Deliver Abortion
  
  The largest Catholic healthcare network in the United States is partnered with a women's clinic that provides medication abortion drugs through virtual appointments, according to a new report.
• Congo to Begin Ebola Vaccinations on Monday
  
  Health workers in Democratic Republic of Congo will begin a vaccination campaign on Monday aimed at containing an outbreak of the deadly Ebola virus, a spokeswoman for the health ministry said.Jessica Ilunga said 4,000 doses of vaccine were shipped on Saturday to the city...
• 24-Hour Flu Drug Could Be Available in the US Next Year
  
  A new flu drug that kills the influenza virus in about 24 hours could be available in the U.S. as early as next year.
• Canada Proposes Health Warnings for Pot Sales
  
  The Canadian government proposed health warnings and child-proof packaging for all cannabis products in legislation ahead of the July 2018 legalization of recreational marijuana.
• 'Stranger Things' Star Gives Back to People Who Have Same Genetic Disorder
  
  Gaten Matarazzo, a star on the Netflix show "Stranger Things," is helping grow a non-profit foundation for people who have Cleidocranial Dysplasia, Fox13 reported.
• South Africa Reports Outbreak of Bird Flu
  
  South Africa reported an outbreak of H5N8 bird flu at a farm in the Free State province, an agricultural industry body group, AgriSA, said.
• 'Sesame Street' to Tackle Autism with New Muppet
  
  "Sesame Street" has often experimented with new ways of teaching children about social issues as well as their ABCs since its launch nearly 50 years ago. Now it's taking on a new challenge: autism.The groundbreaking public television children's program is introducing a new...
• Debbie Reynolds Dies Day After Daughter, Carrie Fisher
  
  One day after "Star Wars" actress Carrie Fisher died, her mother Debbie Reynolds has died of a possible stroke.
• Zsa Zsa Gabor Dead at 99
  
  Famed socialite Zsa Zsa Gabor died Sunday at age 99, TMZ reports.Gabor died after suffering a heart attack, the celebrity gossip site reported. She would have turned 100 in February.She and her sister Eva were the Kardashians of their day, as critics claimed they were...
• 5 Signs You'll Get Cancer (And How to Stop It!)
  
  America’s foremost holistic health practitioner, David Brownstein, M.D., has spent much of his medical career studying cancer, and learning the best ways to avoid becoming its victim.
• These 4 Things Happen Right Before a Heart Attack
  
  Contrary to popular opinion, heart attacks are not usually heralded by obvious or classic signs , such as the infamous “Hollywood” heart attack, in which a person clutches at his or her heart dramatically, doubled over with severe chest pain.
• Abortion Pill Requests Spike in Zika Outbreak Countries
  
  Online requests for abortion pills spiked dramatically this year in Brazil, Ecuador and some other Latin American countries that ban abortions, an indication that women may be choosing to end pregnancies rather than risk birth defects stemming from a Zika virus...
• FDA Proposes Ban on Electrical Stimulation Devices
  
  The FDA has proposed a ban on electrical stimulation devices (ESDs) that are used to curb individuals from engaging in self-injurious or aggressive behavior, saying they pose an 'unreasonable and substantial' risk to public health.
• Are Light Boxes Effective Against Seasonal Affective Disorder?
  
  Light boxes are thought to be somewhat effective in helping with symptoms of seasonal affective disorder (SAD), according to the Mayo Clinic.
• Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD): Symptoms and Treatments
  
  Seasonal affective disorder, or SAD, is a type of depression that occurs during certain time periods of the year, typically starting in the fall and winter months when less sunlight is available in many areas of the country and world.
• How to Find Support Groups for Depression
  
  Support groups can be found throughout the nation offering help to those suffering from depression.
• Best Websites for Information on Depression
  
  There are many websites that provide credible information that can help those who may be suffering from depression.
• Talk Therapy: Is It Effective Against Depression?
  
  Those who may have mild to moderate depression could benefit from talk therapy.
• 5 Signs Someone Is Suffering Depression
  
  Recognizing the signs of depression can be an important step toward healing. Knowing that a friend or loved one needs emotional support or medical intervention can make the difference in saving their life.
• Best Exercises to Ease Depression
  
  Research has shown that certain exercises may help to ease depression. The reason is chemical. Exercise boosts endorphins, which offer powerful boosts to your sense of well-being, according to Everyday Health.
• 5 Supplements That Fight Depression
  
  Naturopaths and others who practice holistic medicine have suggested some supplements may help fight depression and symptoms of anxiety.
• Is Your Medication Making You Depressed?
  
  Medications have a variety of side effects. Some drugs can contribute to depression. The elderly are particularly susceptible to depressive risks when taking medication that treats their conditions, according to WebMD.
• Top Causes of Depression in Seniors
  
  Depression is a common concern for seniors. Unfortunately, very few who suffer from depression seek treatment. Depression is often looked at differently in seniors, WebMD noted.
• Mindfulness Therapy for Depression: What Is It?
  
  Negative thoughts and feelings can lead to depression. Mindfulness therapy, also called mindfulness-based cognitive therapy or MBCT, offers people with depression a way to change their patterns of thinking to help boost a healthy mood.

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