What's fueling the rise of colon cancer in young people?

The number of colon cancer cases in U.S. adults under the age of 54 has sharply increased over the last decade, according to a study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association on Monday. CBS News medical contributor Dr. Céline Gounder breaks down the findings.

Why American children are less healthy now than nearly two decades ago

American children’s health has significantly worsened across several key indicators since 2007, according to a recent study published in JAMA. Ali Rogin speaks with Dr. Christopher Forrest, a pediatrician and one of the study’s lead authors, for more.

To honor National Diabetes Day, SCETV highlighted diabetes in South Carolina with A Touch of Sugar which focuses on diabetes, telling the stories of five patients whose struggles and successes put a human face on the issue.

Courtney’s work as a Diabetes Nurse Educator and commentary were featured in the episode and at the live Palmetto Perspectives taping.

Local experts, community leaders and online audience members gathered for a special taping of Palmetto Perspectives titled, "The Diabetes Epidemic” to discuss challenges and solutions related to diabetes.

"Cancer Alley" Residents Take On "Toxic Billionaires" of Big Oil & Wall Street

Roishetta Ozane is the founder and director of environmental justice organization The Vessel Project. Her 12-year-old daughter Kamea, like many residents of "Cancer Alley," lives with asthma that is exacerbated by the polluted air and water around her home. Roishetta and Kamea Ozane are part of a group of environmental activists on a national tour to confront the financial backers of destructive natural gas projects that have devastated their community.

New Alzheimer's study reveals which lifestyle habit could help make a difference

Neurologist Dr. Leah Croll discusses the latest finding in an Alzheimer's study that indicates intense lifestyle changes could help fight early-stage Alzheimer's.

How AI uses our drinking water!

More than a billion messages are sent to AI chatbots every day and each interaction uses water. There are concerns artificial intelligence is putting stress on drinking water sources. Here, we explain why AI uses water and how even more will be needed in the future.

How Ben & Jerry’s is recycling food waste into energy

It may sound like the stuff of sci-fi movies, but diverting food waste from the landfill and converting it into electricity has become a real thing. William Brangham visited Ben & Jerry’s Vermont ice cream factory and the operations next door to find out how it works.