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WAPL morning co-host Rick McNeal continues recovery from painful bacterial infection that has kept him off the air since March

Rick McNeal, the well-known WAPL on-air personality since the '80s, is making progress as he recovers from "a bad case of cellulitis." ... read more

Medicine myths debunked: Is it safe to drink alcohol with antibiotics and should you crush your pills?

You can’t drink alcohol if you’re taking antibiotics “Drinking in moderation on most antibiotics shouldn’t do you any harm,” explains Jonathon. “However, there are two antibiotics ... read more

Evolution of Antibiotic Resistance:

Inadequate sanitation and lack of clean drinking water are another factor. A third is the "antibiotic paradox" -- the overuse of the "miracle drugs" to the point that they lose their potency. read more

Chick-fil-A is going to use chicken with antibiotics again. What we know

including drinking water." The FDA notes antibiotics can continue to be effective for prevention and treatment through good stewardship and responsible use. They created an "antibiotic ... read more

I’ve been pumped full of antibiotics to treat UTIs – a vaccine would be a game-changer

“I often had to call out-of-hours doctors, and in 2015 while on my honeymoon in the United States, I ended up paying $600 to see a doctor who prescribed me antibiotics. The combination of being a ... read more

5 Impressive Health Benefits of Cranberry Juice

Known for its deep red color and sweet-tart taste, cranberry juice is a classic drink that’s stood the test of time. It’s perfect for quenching your thirst, whether you’re l ... read more

Chick-fil-A will allow some antibiotics in its chicken, ditching its "No Antibiotics Ever" standard

including drinking water. Antibiotics, however, are effective treatments for animals, if they are used responsibly. The FDA has created an antibiotic stewardship plan that aims to reduce the risk ... read more

‘I thought I ordered something wrong’: Chick-fil-A accused of false advertising with Cherry Berry spring drink

Earlier in the month, Chick-fil-A announced that a new, seasonal item would be finding its way to the chain’s menu: Cherry Berry drinks. read more

NBA YoungBoy orchestrated ‘large scale prescription fraud’ scheme, Utah police say

An affidavit filed Thursday by Utah police accused rapper NBA YoungBoy and his associates of identity fraud and forgery in a scheme to obtain prescription medicine. read more

A disease killing beavers in Utah can also affect humans, authorities say

Three dead beavers in Utah have tested positive for tularemia, a disease state wildlife officials say can spread to humans. read more

How hop water became the new non-alcoholic drinks craze

If you haven’t yet tried (or even heard of) hop water, it’s not far from a brewery near you. Currently experiencing a huge growth spurt in the US, sales of the booze-free beverage have doubled there ... read more

HIV meds may also reduce risk of Alzheimer's disease

In a new study, people living with HIV who got standard meds to keep the virus at bay also had much lower rates of Alzheimer's disease -- suggesting the drugs might also lower risks for the brain ... read more