Listening to 'pink noise' could improve sleep and memory, early research shows

Pink noise, a soothing alternative to white noise, is gaining attention for its potential benefits in promoting relaxation and improving sleep quality.

Defense for Utah children’s book author accused of killing hubby requests withdraw: 'Irreconcilable' situation

Defense attorneys for Kouri Richins, the Utah children's book author accused of fatally poisoning her husband, Eric Richins, in 2022, are now requesting a withdraw from her case.

Heart attacks more likely during presidential elections and other stressful times, study shows

People with high genetic stress sensitivity, as well as anxiety or depression, are at a much higher risk of heart attack during times of socio-political stress. Doctors explain.

Graduation ceremonies canceled: How disappointed grads can overcome ‘milestone FOMO’

Amid canceled graduation ceremonies, some students may experience "milestone FOMO." Mental health experts offer tips for handling the emotions after missing this rite of passage.

Young vaper who required double lung transplant shares warnings as e-cigarette sales rise

Jackson Allard’s parainfluenza escalated to pneumonia, then acute respiratory stress syndrome. After 70 days on life support, the North Dakota man received a double lung transplant.

Chicago nurse is finally free of COVID-19-related PTSD and depression after electrical brain tapping therapy

A Chicago nurse closed out her 40-year career after the coronavirus pandemic left her with PTSD and depression. She revealed how an electrical brain-tapping therapy called deep TMS saved her life.

Sitting still is hard, but experts say the benefits of meditation are worth the struggle

Meditation has numerous mental health benefits, like reducing stress and anxiety. Experts say that getting distracted is normal, and recommend starting with short sessions.

CDC data shows decrease in fatal overdoses across the US, but experts remain cautious

The CDC has reported a decrease in fatal overdoses in the U.S. last year, marking the second annual decline since the onset of the national drug death epidemic.

Alabama pastor shares journey of depression, urges others to seek help: ‘Don’t hesitate’

Pastors and other clergy members often serve as pillars of support in times of crisis — but what happens when they are the ones who need lifted up? A pastor and mental health professionals chime in.

UK mother of 3 shares secrets to record-breaking success in running

Helen Ryvar, a single mother and proprietor of a cleaning business in the U.K., has set a world record for the most consecutive half-marathons completed.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle experience Nigerian dancing, fashion while visiting charities

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry viewed traditional Nigerian dances and were gifted traditional garments while visiting Lagos, where they attended fundraisers and charity events.

8 of the most important health stories this week, in case you missed them

With a new week beckoning, check out some of the top recent stories in Health that you may have missed, or have been meaning to check out — here are 8 key developments.

Common cooking ingredient could reduce dementia mortality risk, study suggests

Infusing more olive oil into your diet could pay big dividends in cognitive health, a new study from the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health suggests. Experts offered insights.

American fencer Elizabeth Tartakovsky talks mental health ahead of Olympic debut in Paris

American fencer Elizabeth Tartakovsky spoke to Fox News Digital ahead of her Olympic debut in Paris this summer about the importance of mental health and her own personal journey.

Nurses call for change as many reveal they're ‘extremely likely’ to leave profession: ‘Emotional, stressful'

Nurses aren’t optimistic that this year will be any better than last year — and more than one-third of them are “extremely likely" to change jobs, according to a new survey.

Faith and religion promote strong mental health so why, pray tell, do atheists run the industry?

Overwhelming scientific evidence connects faith and religious practice with strengthening mental health, lowering depression, and preventing suicide and overdoses.

Iowa facility where intellectually disabled residents were mistreated to close next month

The Glenwood Resource Center in Glenwood, Iowa, is set to permanently close after investigators determined intellectually disabled patients were mistreated at the facility.

Virginia middle school students, nearly 1,400 strong, attend day of 'friends, faith and food'

Nearly 1,400 teens and tweens gathered for "friends, faith and food" at the Diocese of Arlington's 20th-annual "BASH" event for middle school students, building a foundation for church involvement.

Philadelphia to temporarily shut down Kensington Avenue to clear homeless encampment in open-air drug market

Philadelphia will temporarily close part of Kensington Avenue to clear out homeless encampments in an effort to curb crime and drug use.

Grieving during Mother’s Day: 5 tips for navigating the first holiday after losing a mom

Mother’s Day is a celebration for most — but for those who have lost their moms, it can be a difficult day marked by grief and isolation. A mental health professional offers guidance.

Virginia first lady, AG team with recovering addict to launch initiatives targeting state's fentanyl crisis

Virginia first lady Suzanne Youngkin, Attorney General Jason Miyares and resident Christine Wright have launched programs to address the fentanyl crisis the commonwealth is facing.

National Nurses Week 2024: How to celebrate and show appreciation to the nurses in your life

May 6-12 is National Nurses Week. During the week, show the nurses you know a little extra appreciation. There are many different ways to celebrate nurses during the week.

8 important health stories to know about in case you missed them

As you look to the week ahead, check out some of the top recent stories in Health that you may have missed, or have been meaning to check out — here are 8 key developments.

Hero saved woman's family from the Nazis: Story is 'chillingly relevant' today, says author

Author Linda Margolin Royal reveals to Fox News Digital the story of how her family was saved from the Nazis during the Holocaust by one man — and how today's antisemitism brings it all back.

Reddit users defend man who told his 'overwhelmed' wife to do more chores around the house

A man on Reddit asked for help on the platform after his wife got very upset with him after he said that she should be doing more chores if she is upset with the state of the house.

American veterans who commit suicide are 95% male, crisis often driven by family disputes, say experts

Veterans who commit suicide are 95% male and the crisis is often driven by marital disputes and a resulting inabiilty to see their children on a regular basis, experts and advocates said.

Anger can increase heart attack risk, study finds: ‘Chronic insult to arteries’

Feeling angry for as little as eight minutes a day could raise your chances of experiencing a cardiac event, according to a study published in the Journal of the American Heart Association.

Dallas to Tokyo flight canceled after Japan Airlines pilot's booze-fueled 2 am hotel rager

Japan Airlines was unable to find a replacement pilot after a captain scheduled to fly from Dallas to Tokyo on April 23 had a night of raucous drinking with his flight crew.

California woman who avoided prison after stabbing boyfriend 108 times while high appealing light sentence

The California woman who avoided prison after slaughtering her lover in his apartment while high on pot says she's going to appeal her light sentence.

Billy Idol shares how he stays 'California sober' after wild rock star phase

Billy Idol discussed the transition from substance abuse during his wild rock star days to being "California sober." His lifestyle change came after a 1990 motorcycle accident.

Cat owners could be at higher risk of schizophrenia, study suggests, but more research needed

Cat cuddles might seem therapeutic, but a study suggests this could have adverse mental health effects down the road. The study researcher and a psychologist weighed in on the findings.

Biden pressured to sanction China for role in US fentanyl crisis

Rep. Jim Banks is unveiling new legislation to force the Biden administration to severely hike penalties against China and its allied actors over the U.S. fentanyl crisis.

Bodycam captures moment hero first responders save 11-month-old baby's life as deadbeat dad faces charges

Tense bodycam video shows police and first responders racing to the save the life of an 11-month-old New York boy after his father allegedly exposed him to fentanyl.

When a parent must care for a parent: How to avoid caregiving burnout, according to experts

Serving as a caregiver for a parent with dementia while also caring for kids can come with physical, mental and emotional challenges, several caregivers shared with Fox News Digital.

Oklahoma suburban dad 'hunted' family, left one child alive 'who is surrounded by love': family

A suburban Oklahoma City father killed his wife and three of his four sons before shooting himself in what police described as a "massacre," but he left one son alive.

Common mental health problem can shorten cancer survivors’ lives, study finds: ‘Critical issue’

Cancer survivors who feel lonely tend to have a greater risk of dying, according to research from the American Cancer Society. Researchers and mental health experts offered insights.

With more than 60 overdoses and 9 killed, Texas capital seeing ‘unusually deadly’ string of opioid incidents

Emergency personnel in Austin responded to a surge of "unusually deadly" drug overdoses on Monday and Tuesday, with more than 50 instances and eight fatalities.

Taylor Swift fans share raw reactions to her new album as psychologist weighs in: ‘Explores dark places’

"The Tortured Poets Department" is Taylor Swift's 11th studio album. Swifties on social media are posting their live, raw reactions — and a psychologist weighed in on themes the songs cover.

Truck crashes through Massachusetts ice cream stand parking lot, narrowly missing family: WATCH

An ice cream shop owner is grateful her family's stand was closed Sunday, after an out-of-control driver crashed a truck through the property, causing a lot of destruction.

The state of the American teenager

From the dislocating effects of the pandemic that impacted teens' academic and social development to the effects of widespread smartphone use, there are plenty of reasons to be concerned.

California doctor was suffering delusions when he drove Tesla off cliff with family inside: psychologist

Dharmesh Patel allegedly tried to kill his wife and two children by driving his Tesla off a 250-foot cliff in California in January 2023.

Mom of Kansas City Chiefs fan found frozen: 'There should be some charges'

Nearly four months after her son David Harrington was found frozen in Jordan Willis' backyard after an NFL watch party, Jennifer Marquez bemoans a dearth of answers in his death.

Student accused of viciously beating aide in viral video blames school in new lawsuit: 'Ticking time bomb'

The autistic Florida high-school student accused of brutally attacking a teacher's aide over a Nintendo game has filed a lawsuit blaming Flagler County Public Schools.

Florida man charged after 150 pounds of meth seized in largest bust in city's history

An Orlando, Florida, man has been charged after DEA agents seized 150 pounds of meth and additional cocaine, fentanyl and pills from two of his homes.

Arbor Day on April 26 celebrates trees and 'represents a hope for the future'

Arbor Day on April 26 helps celebrate and emphasize the importance of planting trees. Fox News Digital spoke with the CEO of the Arbor Day Foundation in Lincoln, Nebraska, and others.

Mexico's chief detective apologizes for 'inadequate' remark about country's fentanyl production

The head of Mexico’s detective service has apologized for calling Mexico "the champion" of fentanyl and meth production this week, according to his office.

‘Sleep disorder drove my son to suicide,’ New York mother says: ‘Broke my heart’

Derek McFadden was 23 when he took his own life on August 17, 2018, in Tucson, Arizona. His mother, Robin McFadden, said she believes that her son’s insomnia was the “driver" of his suicide.

Los Angeles suspect who 'targeted' mayor's house had troubled past, dad says

Ephraim Hunter, the suspect charged with breaking into Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass' home on Sunday, had a heroin addiction and was living on "the streets," his father said.

Fitness expert shares 5 yoga and Pilates exercises to help release stress from your body

A California fitness instructor shared why these five yoga and Pilates poses can help release stress from your body ahead of Mental Health Awareness Month in May.

Police bodycam from quiet Connecticut town shows crazed gunman charge officers: 'This is you, this ain't me'

Bodycam footage picked up the sound of a suspect racking the slide of a pump action shotgun during a fatal confrontation with police

Shelter dogs would provide therapy for distressed border agents under new bipartisan push

A new bipartisan bill would establish a pilot program for the federal government to train shelter dogs to become service animals for struggling Border Patrol officers.

Kansas City Chiefs fans deaths: Autopsy reports complete, suppressed by ongoing death investigation

Autopsies are complete for deceased Kansas City Chiefs fans Ricky Johnson, David Harrington and Clayton McGeeney - those results have been suppressed until an investigation is complete.

New Georgia law bans minors under 16 from using social media without parental consent

Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp signed a bill into law that requires children under the age of 16 to have their parent or guardian’s permission to create social media accounts.

Mexico is the 'champion' of fentanyl production, head of country's detective service says

The head of Mexico's detective service has acknowledged the country is “the champion" of fentanyl production. The country's president has long denied this claim.

Fentanyl seizures surge in Colorado as cartels spread to new regions, DEA says

The Drug Enforcement Administration's Rocky Mountain Field Division broke its fentanyl seizure record last year, confiscating more than 2.6 million pills in Colorado in 2023.

FBI lays out 4 vital steps for speaking to children about trauma, crisis

The FBI laid out a four-step approach to delivering traumatic news about a dead loved one that includes a delicate balance of understanding and honesty

Military veteran embraces ‘new service’ of helping others after his Parkinson's diagnosis : ‘There is hope'

After 17 years of serving his country, Mark Kelm of Minnesota is now providing a different type of service: advocating for others who, like him, have Parkinson’s disease. Kelm shared his story.

We need to stop fentanyl from China ... and this shocking move is how to make a difference

China is directly involved in our fentanyl crisis. A new report outlines its extensive involvement. The only way defeat them is to work together on a bipartisan solution.

In the new Portland, legalized hard drugs are out, business is in

Times are changing rapidly in the new Portland. The tolerance of drugs is long gone and business is back. The region is working hard to welcome investment and serve as a tech hub.

All about Alzheimer's disease: Signs, symptoms and stages

Alzheimer's disease is most common in older individuals, making age one of the biggest risk factors. Although memory loss is a main symptom, there are many others to look out for.

Our heroes need our help. Four signs a first responder may be struggling

We count on our heroes. Being a first responder takes a huge toll on them -- alcoholism, Post Traumatic Stress and loneliness. Here are four signs they may need your help.

Americans need more sleep, less stress, experts say, as Gallup poll reveals troubling findings

A Gallup poll revealed more adults than ever are under-slept and stressed out. Fox News medical contributor Dr. Marc Siegel and sleep expert Dr. Wendy Troxel weighed in with recommendations.