Learn more about platelets, small types of blood cells that prevent excessive bleeding and serve other important purposes.

The most concerning levels are in Altadena, according to the company L.A. County hired to conduct the testing after the federal government opted not to test. However, it's unclear if the higher levels ...

A soil sampling study found that lead and toxic chemicals remained present on some properties where debris removal had been ...

The highly common herpes strain, also called varicella-zoster virus (VZV), can cause chickenpox in childhood and later ...

As workers set up stations at North Division High School’s cafeteria to test children’s blood for lead, a group of frustrated parents and community activists gathered just outside the main entrance.

The Milwaukee Health Department confirms that they screened 22 children for lead exposure during the May 7 screening clinic ...

The district and health department hosted a second free lead testing clinic at North Division High School Wednesday afternoon.

The new changes expand the coverage for all children under 6 years old to get tested, including those on all insurance plans.

The afternoon clinic was the second such event held as the district contends with deteriorating facilities that pose a risk ...

Iron deficiency—when there's too little iron in the blood—may affect a quarter of the world's population, and in particular, women of reproductive age. Symptoms can include fatigue and shortness of ...

Blood lead level tests are now required for Michigan's children in an effort to mitigate risks of lead poisoning.

Eating too many added sugars may harm heart health and increase stroke risk. They do this by increasing inflammation and ...