'Holiday Heart Syndrome': What Is It And How To Avoid It
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'Tis the season of holiday parties, powered by fatty, salty hors d'oeuvres with plenty of booze to wash them down.
Food labels detailing how much exercise is needed to burn off a product's calorie content could help to combat obesity, according to UK researchers.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration says it is investigating to see if a prescription drug used to treat diabetes is contaminated with traces of a chemical linked to cancer.
Despite popular belief, baby boomers between 55 and 75 aren't more lonely than prior generations, according to two new studies published Tuesday by the American Psychological Association.
Most Christmas sweaters are made of plastic and are likely to contribute to plastic pollution in the world's oceans, an environmental charity has warned.
A drug used to reduce delusions among Parkinson's patients has the same benefit for people suffering from Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia, researchers announced this week.
Scientists say they have made a breakthrough on developing a contraceptive pill that only needs to be taken once a month.
A company that claims to have the first drug to slow mental decline from Alzheimer's disease made its case to scientists Thursday.
A new study analyzing national emergency room data shows injuries to those areas of our bodies have risen "steeply" over the last 20 years.
Seven people in San Diego have died in the last two months from a flesh-eating bacteria associated with black tar heroin use, according to health officials.
Women who use permanent hair dye and chemical hair straighteners have a higher risk of developing breast cancer than women who don't use these products, according to a study released on Tuesday.
To prevent heart problems later in life, people 45 and younger with higher levels of bad cholesterol might want to change their eating and exercise habits, or even talk to their doctor about medications such as statins, a new study says.
We hate to ruin your festive cheer, but it turns out that ordering a pint of caramel-flavored hot chocolate topped with whipped cream may not actually be that good for you.
Sharing a cell phone or other device with a child often keeps them entertained, but health experts say too much exposure could be bad for their health.
Americans weigh more this decade than they did last decade, but fewer adults say they want to lose weight.
An early-season storm is set to bring the first significant snow of the season to much of the Sierra and soaking rains to the Sacramento foothills and valley.
Nurse "Suzie" Smith took her final flight on Sunday after her family confirmed she died days after the medical helicopter she was on board crashed onto Highway 50 in Sacramento.
The fired chief of California's cybersecurity agency is speaking out about his termination and sounding the alarm over state-wide security concerns.
President Trump arrived in Israel as Hamas started releasing hostages under the Gaza peace deal brokered by the U.S. leader.
Four-time All-Pro linebacker Fred Warner will need season-ending surgery after he was sidelined by a severe ankle injury during San Francisco's loss to Tampa Bay.
The crash happened while the REACH 5 Medical Air crew was heading back to Redding after dropping off a patient at UC Davis Medical Center.
The stage is set and final preparations are underway for Breakaway Music Festival NorCal 2025, bringing some of the world's top dance DJs to town.
A 56-hour closure on Highway 50 is underway in Sacramento this weekend as crews remove and replace pavement with new concrete near the bridge deck connecting the eastbound lanes to Business 80 and Highway 99.
Public safety versus religious freedom — it's a debate taking place next week at Sacramento City Hall.
A row of unmarked SUVs and armed men in tactical gear were spotted last Wednesday in the Delta Shores community, across from a construction site where workers are building new homes.
Legislation is set to take effect next summer that will change the status quo and enable officers to issue a "notice of autonomous vehicle noncompliance" to the AV operator for a robotaxi that breaks a traffic law.
California rideshare drivers will have the ability to form a union and negotiate a contract, while still being classified as independent contractors.
Ray Barrantes, a Chowchilla police officer, died in an on-duty crash Friday night, authorities said.
Balin Miller, a popular Alaskan climber, fell to his death from Yosemite National Park's El Capitan.
Cameras used to catch an average of 14,000 red light runners each year in Sacramento County, but today they're no longer in use. Now, a bill in the legislature would dramatically change the way tickets are issued.
Four-time All-Pro linebacker Fred Warner will need season-ending surgery after he was sidelined by a severe ankle injury during San Francisco's loss to Tampa Bay.
Baker Mayfield's heroics came early in the fourth quarter instead of the final minutes.
Sacramento Kings forward Keegan Murray will be out for more than a month after injuring his left thumb in an exhibition game.
Mark Sanchez was hospitalized with multiple stab wounds following the altercation on Oct. 4. He was then charged with battery involving serious bodily injury, a felony.
A'ja Wilson scored 31 points, Chelsea Gray and Jackie Young both added 18 and the Las Vegas Aces beat the Phoenix Mercury 97-86 in Game 4 of the WNBA Finals.
Former President Joe Biden is undergoing radiation therapy and hormone treatment amid his ongoing treatment for prostate cancer, a spokesperson said.
Gov. Gavin Newsom is signing a bill that would allow for more homes to be built near transit stations, in an effort to address California's high housing costs.
President Trump said Friday he will impose an additional 100% tariff on imports from China starting next month — marking a significant escalation in the U.S.-China trade war.
The government shutdown entered its 12th day on Sunday as Republicans and Democrats remain at an impasse over a spending plan, and the Trump administration began laying off thousands of federal workers.
Government workers say a prolonged shutdown would exact a severe toll, while affirming their commitment to public service.
The agency says the chemical is showing up in products like gummies, drinks, and vapes, raising concerns that it is being marketed toward kids.
A Placerville man will be skiing again this year after a serious heart attack nearly took his life several years ago.
Gov. Gavin Newsom on Friday signed a series of bills aimed at expanding access to reproductive health care and strengthening privacy protections for patients and providers in California.
California, Hawaii, Oregon and Washington on Wednesday issued unified recommendations on COVID-19, influenza and RSV vaccines that differ from those issued by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
A team of Harvard researchers analyzed data for more than 66,000 nurses, ages 36 to 56, who were surveyed about their own health for 20 years.
Finding the perfect dress isn't easy, but now, selling them could become a lot more challenging.
This weekend, Placer County is hosting its annual Sip Into Spring event, offering free or discounted tastings at more than 20 wineries along what's known as the Placer Wine Trail.
From fruits and veggies to car parts, economists project that businesses will pass along the cost of the tariffs to customers.
An economic blackout was underway Friday as activists nationwide encouraged people not to spend their money at large corporations, retailers and fast-food chains for 24 hours.
San Joaquin County's retail theft reporting app has only been around for six months and is already bringing a sense of calmness to local business owners.
President Trump and Gov. Gavin Newsom have made several different claims about California gas prices. Here's what we found.
This year-long investigation provides an unprecedented look at California's one-party supermajority legislature through the eyes of grieving parents who discover how California lawmakers kill popular bills by not voting.
This year-long investigation by CBS News California investigative correspondent Julie Watts examines the many components of California's new tougher-on-crime law.
A Natomas mother demanded that her daughter be exhumed and cremated after a Sacramento cemetery moved her grave without telling the family.
The California Highway Patrol captain accused of workers' compensation fraud was the commander in charge of the fatal Mahaney Park shootout in Roseville, three officers who worked under him at the time of the shootout said.
CBS13 and the Call Kurtis consumer investigative team devised an idea on how to lower what consumers owe on their credit cards -- and it begins with a simple phone call.
No one wants to think about death. However, it's important to plan on what happens to your digital assets after you die.
After spending $18,000 on waterproof laminate floors, a Natomas couple spotted damage after the first cleaning.
More than a year after Hai Pham canceled the trial membership, he kept getting charged every month for it.
A Natomas mother demanded that her daughter be exhumed and cremated after a Sacramento cemetery moved her grave without telling the family.
Clean-up has started in Chinese Camp after the TCU September Lightning Complex Fire ripped through the Gold Rush town earlier this month.
The fires burning in Calaveras and Tuolumne County caused air quality officials to issue a smoke advisory, warning people that the air quality may be unhealthy for sensitive groups.
The TCU Lightning Complex fires have burned nearly 14,000 acres in Central California, but in a Saturday update, Cal Fire said containment was at 42%.
A vegetation fire near El Dorado Hills broke out on Labor Day, quickly growing in size and prompting evacuations, officials said.
The Pickett Fire burning in the Napa Valley during peak season for wine country tourism is prompting air quality alerts in surrounding communities as crews continue to fight the fire in rugged terrain.
A once-empty lot behind Church of the Cross in north Modesto now hosts a thriving community garden with more than 140 plots and growers from across the globe.
A Sacramento-area middle school history and English teacher is in the running to win big as America's Favorite Teacher, a title her students think she is more than worthy of being awarded.
Junior Romello Bruhn of Woodland Christian High School is closer than ever to scoring 3,000 career points, something only 13 high school athletes have accomplished in California state history.
Cake, candles, chicken and a cow are the recipe for a 90th birthday celebration at the Madison Avenue Chick-fil-A for a long-time customer who has become a staple in the Sacramento community.
A high school senior and his girlfriend dressed up as Santa and Mrs. Claus and handed out gifts to every student at their school, Marysville Charter Academy for the Arts.
Nurse "Suzie" Smith took her final flight on Sunday after her family confirmed she died days after the medical helicopter she was on board crashed onto Highway 50 in Sacramento.
Coming off a fourth straight win, the Edison Vikings are clicking.
The fired chief of California's cybersecurity agency is speaking out about his termination and sounding the alarm over state-wide security concerns.
One topic that has people talking at one Sacramento barbershop is the military’s revised grooming policies.
Here's a look at the weather forecast Sunday evening.