Health & Science

A San Diego researcher who studied dolphins in the U.S. Navy’s Marine Mammal Program for more than a decade is now harnessing her findings to try to help humans live longer and healthier lives. Dr. Stephanie Venn-Watson’s extensive research led to new findings about the importance of a fatty acid known as C15:0, which she has dubbed the longevity...

The Navy has cared for a sustained population of about a hundred bottlenose dolphins for more than 60 years, reports NBC 7’s Catherine Garcia.

Researchers at UC San Diego have developed a substance that can attract coral larvae, which could overcome an obstacle of reef restoration efforts.

The eight-floor structure will feature 188 inpatient beds, comprehensive mother-baby services and advanced technology, reports NBC 7’s Todd Strain.

The eight-floor structure will feature 188 inpatient beds, comprehensive mother-baby services and advanced technology.

California Live’s Amber Pfister visits South Coast Botanic Garden as they roll out the red carpet for visitors with stunning floral displays, picnic experiences, even live butterflies and extended hours. It’s a scenic, stress-free escape the whole family will love!

James Antaki has worked for over 30 years on a device to help infants with holes in their hearts and other defects. Now it’s all at risk.

A new U.S. government study provides the most complete picture yet of early-onset cancers, defined as cancer diagnosed before age 50.

The floating technology helps protect San Diego’s $ 14 billion natural resource, reports NBC 7’s Greg Bledsoe.

There’s something new floating in San Diego Bay. It’s barely noticeable, but it could be critical to the health of the bay.

Opvee is a nasal spray that reverses overdoses from fentanyl and other opioids that received FDA approval in 2023.

San Diego County Public Health Officials are investigating a salmonella outbreak linked to Aladdin Mediterranean Café in the Clairemont neighborhood of San Diego. County Public Health Officials identified 14 “confirmed and probable cases” associated with this outbreak between April 25 and 26. The current outbreak has affected people ages 18 to 79. Five people have been hospitalized, according to the…

County health officials identified 14 confirmed and probable cases at Aladdin Mediterranean Café. NBC 7’s Kelvin Henry reports.

San Diego County public health officials were investigating a salmonella outbreak Friday linked to Aladdin Mediterranean Café in the Clairemont area of San Diego.

Around 110,000 people die from snakebite every year, according to the World Health Organization. Making antivenom is expensive and difficult.

New York-based optometrist Dr. Damaris Raymondi says an overpopulation of eyelash mites, which is a condition called demodex blepharitis, can cause eye discomfort.

The Phase 3 clinical trial found that Wegovy reduced inflammation and scarring in people with metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis, or MASH.

Tularemia, commonly known as “rabbit fever,” is an illness caused by bacterial infection that can be spread by insect bites and handling infected animals, according to the CDC.

As the Trump administration continues slashing budgets of groups like the National Science Foundation, scientists may increasingly need to rely on private tour companies for their research. In contrast, global research shows 74% of Americans want our leaders to do more to address climate change. Meteorologist Chase Cain traveled to Antarctica to explore how ecotourism could help persuade climate skeptics...

The overall fertility rate has declined in the U.S. for 15-plus years, but sociologists said that’s not necessarily a bad thing.