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CDC scraps plan to help Texas schools curb measles over layoffs, employee says
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has scrapped a plan to offer help curbing measles in…
Some U.S. states want to ban food stamp recipients from buying soda and candy. Here’s why.
The federal food stamp program is facing scrutiny in some states that want to block enrollees from using…
Where can I buy high-quality ophthalmic knives?
ophthalmic knives When looking for high-quality ophthalmic knives, it’s essential to find a reliable source that offers precision,…
RFK Jr. aides accused of censoring NIH’s top ultra-processed food scientist
The National Institutes of Health’s top researcher on ultra-processed foods announced Wednesday he was stepping down from the…
Autism rate rises to 3% of children in CDC study
One out of 31 children — more than 3% of kids — have been identified with autism, according…
How Health and Human Safety Department cuts could affect your health
How Health and Human Safety Department cuts could affect your health – CBS News Watch CBS News In…
Black women with health concerns urged to advocate for themselves
Jenny Pierre has a master’s degree in business administration and speaks five languages. However, her education couldn’t help…
Southern Minnesota woman believed to be the only known person with unnamed genetic disorder
One Faribault, Minnesota, woman says every day is simply a “gift” as she’s the only known person in…
Weekly measles cases top 90 in U.S. for first time in years
The number of measles cases reported in the U.S. in a single week has topped 90 for the…
Tax time triggers fraud alarms for some Obamacare enrollees
Because of past fraud by rogue brokers, some Affordable Care Act policyholders may get an unexpected tax bill…
Nearly 3 years after launch of 988 suicide lifeline, underfunding threatens call centers’ mission
It has been nearly three years since the launch of the 988 National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, and since…
CDC redeploys to Texas measles outbreak after layoffs, as RFK Jr. calls vaccine “most effective way” to stop spread
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has begun redeploying staff to respond to the deadly outbreak of…
Tufts University researchers looking to reduce racial disparities in maternal health care
Massachusetts has some of the best health care in the country, but it’s far from perfect. Black women…
Second child dies from measles-related causes as Texas outbreak continues to spread
A second school-aged child has died in Texas from a measles-related illness, a hospital spokesperson confirmed Sunday. The…
RFK Jr. says 20% of health agency layoffs could be mistakes
RFK Jr. says 20% of health agency layoffs could be mistakes – CBS News Watch CBS News Department…
FDA bird flu testing efforts disrupted by RFK Jr.’s layoffs, officials say
Some of the Food and Drug Administration’s efforts to support testing for the ongoing bird flu outbreak have…
FDA planning for fewer food and drug inspections due to layoffs, officials say
Senior Food and Drug Administration leaders are planning for cutbacks to the number of routine food and drug…
What ingredients should you look for in a good Menopause Moisturizer?
Menopause Moisturizer A good Menopause Moisturizer should be thoughtfully formulated to address the unique skincare needs that arise…
RFK Jr. purges CDC and FDA’s public records teams, despite “transparency” promises
Teams handling Freedom of Information Act requests at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the Food…
Some liquid egg products recalled as they may include bleach, USDA warns. Here’s what to know.
Experts on fighting bird flu As egg prices soar, health officials discuss options to fight bird flu 05:01…
Michigan resident dies from rabies after contracting virus from transplanted organ, health officials say
A Michigan resident has died of rabies after receiving a transplanted organ in Ohio, the Toledo-Lucas County (Ohio)…
Northern Minnesota boy is among the first to receive groundbreaking treatment for muscular dystrophy
An 8-year-old northern Minnesota boy is one of the first in the country to receive a specific type…
West Virginia bans 7 artificial food dyes, citing potentially harmful health effects
West Virginia has outlawed foods that contain some artificial dyes or other additives, in one of the most…
Northern Minnesota boy is first American to receive groundbreaking treatment for muscular dystrophy
An 8-year-old northern Minnesota boy is one of the first in the country to receive a specific type…
Many people with disabilities risk losing their Medicaid if they work too much
PLEASANTVILLE, Iowa — Zach Mecham has heard politicians demand that Medicaid recipients work or lose their benefits. He…
University of Pennsylvania student inspired to be urologist is closer to becoming a doctor on Match Day 2025
Residency programs are where medical students get post-graduate hands-on experience. It’s a very competitive process. “We are officially…
ABLE accounts allow Americans with disabilities to save and invest. Here’s how.
Paul Safarik, 32, of Lincoln, Nebraska, has worked in the food industry since he was 21, delivering for…
CDC, NIH and more health agencies brace for layoffs with DOGE and RFK Jr.’s restructuring. Here’s what we know.
Officials at agencies throughout the Department of Health and Human Services say they are bracing for steep layoffs,…
The benefits all students gain from an LGBT-inclusive sex education curriculum
The benefits all students gain from an LGBT-inclusive sex education curriculum – CBS News Watch CBS News For…
FDA to increase testing for heavy metals in infant formula, RFK Jr. says
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration will step up its testing for heavy metals in infant formula and…
How the Zika virus changed travel in Latin America and the Caribbean
How the Zika virus changed travel in Latin America and the Caribbean – CBS News Watch CBS News…
U.S. records most measles cases in single year since record 2019 wave
The U.S. has seen at least 308 measles cases so far this year, according to figures published Friday…
PepsiCo to buy prebiotic brand Poppi for nearly $2 billion
PepsiCo is acquiring prebiotic soda brand Poppi for almost $2 billion, the beverage giant said on Monday. Purchase,…
What travelers should know about carbon monoxide safety as spring break ramps up
As millions of Americans travel for spring break getaways, some may face an invisible danger. Carbon monoxide poisoning…
Dr. Oz pledges in confirmation hearing to continue Medicare drug price talks started by Biden
Former heart surgeon and television host Dr. Mehmet Oz testified Friday before the Senate Finance Committee over his…
How taking care of your teeth could protect your heart and brain health
In recent years, research has suggested a connection between oral bacteria and Alzheimer’s disease, raising concerns for those…
5 years on, what we learned from the COVID pandemic response
5 years on, what we learned from the COVID pandemic response – CBS News Watch CBS News It’s…
Bird flu ripping through California dairy farms
Bird flu ripping through California dairy farms – CBS News Watch CBS News California has over 1,100 dairy…
Trader Joe’s customers in 12 states warned about Gerolsteiner sparkling water bottles
Trader Joe’s is cautioning customers that some glass bottles of Gerolsteiner sparkling water sold in 12 states could…
CDC’s airplane testing seeks to prevent another pandemic
CDC’s airplane testing seeks to prevent another pandemic – CBS News Watch CBS News Five years ago, COVID-19…
White House pulls Dave Weldon’s nomination to run CDC
Washington — The White House is withdrawing former Florida Rep. Dave Weldon’s nomination to be the director of…
Riddle Hospital President Shelly Buck shares journey from nurse to executive
There aren’t that many women who are presidents of hospitals, but Riddle Hospital President Shelly Buck knows all…
Food additive safety under scrutiny as RFK Jr. meets with industry leaders
Food additive safety under scrutiny as RFK Jr. meets with industry leaders – CBS News Watch CBS News…
How much is the cheapest hair transplant Turkey price?
cheapest hair transplant Turkey price The hair transplant Turkey price is one of the most affordable in the…
Americans borrowed $74 billion last year to cover their health care costs
Health care is so expensive that 31 million U.S. adults, or 12%, had to borrow a total of…
Spanish-speaking CPR training kiosk aims to educate Hispanic community in North Philadelphia
Lifesaving training is now available to the Hispanic and Latino community in North Philadelphia. At Wednesday’s ribbon cutting…
Michigan teacher who received double lung transplant helps students make blankets for organ donor families
A special education teacher at Huron High School in New Boston, Michigan, gathered with students on Wednesday to…
James Harrison, credited with saving 2.4 million babies via blood plasma donations, dies at 88
Melbourne, Australia — An Australian man credited with saving 2.4 million babies through his record-breaking blood plasma donations…
Why RFK Jr.’s top spokesperson abruptly resigned from HHS last week
The top communications official under Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. abruptly resigned last week,…
Americas at risk of losing measles elimination status, U.N. agency warns
Measles outbreaks across North America are threatening the region’s status of having officially eliminated the virus, officials from…
Research shows unproductive meetings might be ruining your day. Here’s how to fix that.
A recent Harvard Business Review article identified a phenomenon called “meeting hangovers” which new research shows can derail…
Airlines look to remove consumer protections for travelers who use wheelchairs
The nation’s largest airlines are looking to rescind new consumer protection rules for travelers with disabilities, arguing in…
“Weathering” and its effect on poor health and life expectancy
“Weathering” and its effect on poor health and life expectancy – CBS News Watch CBS News Arline Geronimus’…
Pope Francis experiences calm night after breathing crisis caused recovery setback
Pope Francis had a calm night with no more crises after suffering a bronchial crisis that prompted a…
FDA allowed to help WHO update flu shots, despite Trump ban
The Food and Drug Administration was allowed to participate in the World Health Organization’s meeting this week on…
Penn’s first Black woman to graduate from its medical school reflects on legacy
Meet Dr. Arlene Bennett, who pioneered the way for Black women at the University of Pennsylvania’s medical school.…
Flu shot less effective this season for some kids, CDC report suggests
CDC warns of surge in flu cases Why the CDC is warning that this flu season is on…
Norovirus sickens nearly 80 passengers on cruise ship that left from Florida
Dozens of passengers aboard a cruise ship that left from Florida have been sickened with norovirus, according to…
FDA cancels meeting to update next season’s flu vaccines
The Food and Drug Administration unexpectedly canceled an annual meeting of its advisers to update next season’s influenza…
Deadly listeria outbreak linked to frozen supplemental shakes
Deadly listeria outbreak linked to frozen supplemental shakes – CBS News Watch CBS News The Food and Drug…
Denny’s egg surcharge has breakfast chain following Waffle House
Denny’s is the latest breakfast chain to charge extra for orders containing eggs, an ever-costlier commodity in short…
Mystery illness in Congo kills more than 50 people, including children who ate a bat
An unknown illness has killed over 50 people in the northwest of the Democratic Republic of Congo, according…
Listeria outbreak linked to recalled frozen shakes now blamed for 12 deaths
A listeria outbreak linked to recalled frozen supplemental nutrition shakes has infected 38 people, killing 12, according to…
“Weathering” and its effect on poor health and life expectancy
Forty years ago, the public was outraged. It seemed there was a wave of teenage girls, particularly Black…
Gottlieb “very concerned” about Texas measles outbreak: “I think this will spread”
Gottlieb “very concerned” about Texas measles outbreak: “I think this will spread” – CBS News Watch CBS News…
At least 58 dead and 1,300 others sickened after cholera outbreak over 3-day span in Sudan, officials say
Millions facing starvation in Sudan Millions facing starvation in Sudan after nearly 2 years of civil war 06:29…
FDA says Ozempic, Wegovy are not in short supply anymore, which could impact prices
FDA says Ozempic, Wegovy are not in short supply anymore, which could impact prices – CBS News Watch…
Mental health agency loses 1 in 10 staffers to DOGE cuts, 988 hotline team impacted
More than 10% of the staff working for the federal Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration were…
FDA declares end to Wegovy and Ozempic shortage
The Food and Drug Administration announced Friday it had officially declared an end to the nationwide shortage of…
New York doctor faces criminal charges in Louisiana for prescribing abortion pills
New York doctor faces criminal charges in Louisiana for prescribing abortion pills – CBS News Watch CBS News…
CDC restores 9/11-related cancer research funding after DOGE’s cancellation, officials say
DOGE cuts 9/11 research program funding DOGE cuts 9/11 research program funding 02:10 The Centers for Disease Control…
How excessive screen time might be damaging relationships
How excessive screen time might be damaging relationships – CBS News Watch CBS News On this Valentine’s Day,…
Raw pet food is recalled and warnings issued in two states after cats die of bird flu
Experts looking for new ways to stop the spread of bird flu Experts looking for new ways to…
Trump bars federal funding for schools with COVID vaccine mandates
Trump eyes COVID vaccine mandates in schools Trump bars federal funds for schools with COVID vaccine mandates 05:24…
Trump signs executive order aimed at reducing IVF costs
Washington — President Trump on Tuesday signed an executive order that directs his administration to find ways to…
Minneapolis parents share journey of having two sons with rare muscle-wasting disorder
Minneapolis parents of sons with rare condition advocate for cure Minneapolis parents of sons with rare condition advocate…
Minneapolis parents share journey of having two sons with rare muscle-wasting disorder
Caleb Kasner and his brother Duncan Kasner move around a little differently than average kids. The two brothers…
Measles outbreak in Texas raises concerns
Measles outbreak in Texas raises concerns – CBS News Watch CBS News Officials have confirmed 48 measles cases,…
What is the science behind vibroacoustic therapy?
science behind vibroacoustic therapy Vibroacoustic Therapy (VAT) is an FDA-approved wellness modality that utilizes sound vibrations to enhance…
Louisiana requests extradition of New York doctor who prescribed abortion pills online
Louisiana requests extradition of New York doctor who prescribed abortion pills online – CBS News Watch CBS News…
U.S. bird flu hospitalizations rise to 4 after Ohio discloses case
Ohio’s health department confirmed Saturday that a farmer in the state was discharged from the hospital after being…
New Colorado Black Resource Directory connects patients with specialized health resources; “someone with that lived experience”
A new resource is bringing culturally appropriate health care providers to Black Coloradans. It’s called the Colorado Black…
FDA’s approval of non-opioid pain pill could be game-changer
FDA’s approval of non-opioid pain pill could be game-changer – CBS News Watch CBS News The Federal Drug…
Bird flu case with “flu-like symptoms” hospitalized in Colorado
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has confirmed a third U.S. bird flu hospitalization, Wyoming’s health department…
More than 1 million Igloo coolers recalled after reports of injuries including fingertip amputations
More than 1 million Igloo rolling coolers sold nationwide by retailers including Amazon, Costco and Target are being…
Foodborne illnesses kill more than 900 Americans each year, researchers find
Foodborne illness kills hundreds of Americans a year, sickens tens of millions annually, and costs billions in medical…
The Friendship Bench: Bringing talk therapy into underserved communities
The Friendship Bench: Bringing talk therapy into underserved communities – CBS News Watch CBS News Dr. Dixon Chibanda…
New bird flu strain in cows spreads to Nevada dairy worker
A dairy worker in Nevada has been confirmed to be infected by a new bird flu strain found…
Judge orders HHS, CDC and FDA to restore deleted webpages with health information
Washington — A federal judge on Tuesday ordered the Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Disease…
U.S. records most whooping cough deaths since 2017
The U.S. confirmed at least a dozen deaths from whooping cough last year, according to preliminary figures released…
Federal judge blocks Trump administration cuts to medical research funding
A federal judge on Monday temporarily blocked the National Institutes of Health from implementing steep cuts to how…
2 million baked goods, including some sold at Dunkin’, recalled over listeria concerns
About 2 million baked goods sold nationwide — including some doughnuts and coffee rolls purchased at Dunkin’ —…
The Friendship Bench: Bringing talk therapy into underserved communities
Dr. Dixon Chibanda remembers like yesterday the moment in 2005 that changed his life. “During my formative years…
LG Electronics recalls ranges after dozens of fires burn people, property and pets
About 500,000 ranges sold nationwide are being recalled after dozens of fires burned property, people and pets, LG…
Blue Cross Blue Shield lawsuit settlement checks are going out soon. Who gets one?
Blue Cross Blue Shield payments to about 6 million people are set to go out more than two…
Trump officials exerting unprecedented control over CDC scientific journal
Trump administration political appointees have taken steps in recent weeks to exert unprecedented influence over the Centers for…
Flu levels now highest since 2009 pandemic, CDC reports
Levels of influenza nationwide are now at the highest they have been since the peak of the 2009…
Massachusetts baby born deaf hears parents’ voice for first time, “ready to tackle the world”
WORCESTER- It was a joyful unforgettable moment the Sinclair family has been waiting for, when their 10-month-old baby…
Trump taps Gerald Parker to be new head of pandemic office as bird flu threat grows
President Trump has selected Gerald Parker, a veterinarian and former top-ranking federal health official, to head the White…
As Trump shuts down USAID missions, officials warn Ebola outbreak in Uganda will spread
Some health officials in the U.S. fear the shutdown of U.S. Agency for International Development missions may have…
Cows infected by lethal bird flu strain never before seen in the animal showing respiratory symptoms, Nevada says
At least four cattle herds in Nevada have tested positive for a strain of H5N1 bird flu never…
The impact from bird flu spreads
The impact from bird flu spreads – CBS News Watch CBS News After H5N1, the current strain of…
Caroline Kennedy calls RFK Jr. a “predator” in letter to senators a day before his confirmation hearings
Washington — Caroline Kennedy, the cousin of Robert F. Kennedy Jr., sent a blistering letter to senators on…
How are H5N9 and H5N1 different? What to know after California bird flu outbreak
A California duck farm made headlines this week after the World Organization of Animal Health published a report…
Ebola kills nurse in Uganda’s capital Kampala, first death from virus since last outbreak ended in 2023
Kampala, Uganda — A nurse in the Ugandan capital, Kampala, has died of Ebola, a health official said…
CDC purges STD and vaccine recommendations after Trump gender order
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention took offline recommendations on how doctors should treat sexually transmitted infections…
FDA OK’s painkiller designed to end opioids’ addiction and overdose risk
Washington — Federal officials on Thursday approved a new type of pain drug designed to eliminate the risks…
NBA icon Dwyane Wade reveals cancer diagnosis, surgery
CHICAGO (CBS) — Chicago native and former Miami Heat and Chicago Bulls guard Dwyane Wade revealed Thursday that…
Can you stop hiccups? A Wisconsin doctor may have found the cure.
Is there a cure to hiccups? Is there a cure to hiccups? 03:11 MINNEAPOLIS — They happen to…
Abortion opponents praise RFK Jr., after he vows to follow Trump
Abortion opponents praised Robert F. Kennedy Jr. on Wednesday, after he vowed at a Senate hearing to implement…
Eggs prices are likely to shoot up even more in 2025. Here’s what to know.
At Market Basket locations in some parts of Massachusetts, customers are being asked to limit their egg purchases…
White House blames “outage” for locking out Medicaid, Head Start, health centers from funding site
The White House blamed an “outage” for locking out a wide range of organizations and agencies on Tuesday…
RFK Jr. to face Senate confirmation hearings tomorrow. Here’s what to know.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr., President Trump’s controversial pick to head the federal Department of Health and Human Services,…
What to know about health risks from California wildfire smoke
What to know about health risks from California wildfire smoke – CBS News Watch CBS News CBS News…
What types of services are offered in Senior Care?
types of services are offered in Senior Care As individuals age, they may need extra support to maintain…
Google-owned Fitbit to pay $12.2 million after consumers were burned by smartwatches
More than two years after recalling about 1.7 million Ionic smartwatches sold globally, Google-owned Fitbit will pay a…
World Health Organization already cutting back on hiring, travel as Trump withdrawal set to hit funding
Geneva — The World Health Organization said Friday it was reviewing its priorities in preparation for the withdrawal…
Alabama woman who is the only person in the world with a functioning pig organ is thriving after a record 2 months
An Alabama woman passed a major milestone Saturday to become the longest-living recipient of a pig organ transplant…
RFK Jr.’s financial disclosures reveal millions in both debt and income as he awaits HHS confirmation
As Robert F. Kennedy Jr., President Trump’s Health and Human Services Secretary nominee, awaits his confirmation hearing, financial…
FDA pauses updates on foodborne outbreak probes as health agencies regroup on communications
Multiple federal health agencies have stopped releasing some key health information — including updates on some outbreak investigations…
Tim Noel named next CEO of UnitedHealthcare
Luigi Mangione pleads not guilty Luigi Mangione pleads not guilty to murder and terrorism charges in CEO killing…
Trump administration expected to go outside CDC for acting director
The Trump administration is expected to tap Susan Coller Monarez, the deputy director of a federal health research…
Taquitos sold at Aldi stores are recalled due to reports of metal pieces and a dental injury
Pulitzer winner Michael Moss on food safety Pulitzer winner Michael Moss on food safety, recalls and ultra-processed foods…
Norovirus wave now more than double last year’s peak, in CDC’s data
How to stop the spread of norovirus in your home How to stop the spread of norovirus in…
More than a dozen cats dead or sickened by bird flu in raw pet food, FDA says
More than a dozen cats have been killed or sickened by bird flu that is spreading in raw…
New Jersey woman shares cancer journey as alarming trend highlights American Cancer Society’s annual report
The American Cancer Society’s annual trend report is out with some mixed results. Cancer deaths are down but…
New Maryland law requires coverage for special prosthetics used for physical activities
New Maryland law helps amputees cover special prosthetics New Maryland law helps amputees cover special prosthetics 02:08 BALTIMORE…
3 Boar’s Head plants also had unsanitary conditions, including mold and insects, USDA says
Three Boar’s Head deli meat plants were cited for unsanitary conditions, including insects, mold, and “unidentified slime,” according…
FDA moves to ban Red 3, citing concern over cancer in some animals
The Food and Drug Administration announced Wednesday it had decided to revoke Red 3’s authorization to be added…
New report reveals rising cancer rates among women
New report reveals rising cancer rates among women – CBS News Watch CBS News The American Cancer Society…
Bird flu detected in commercial poultry flock in Georgia, officials say
What caused first severe bird flu case in U.S.? Breaking down what caused the first severe bird flu…
What happened when a town removed fluoride from its water
What happened when a town removed fluoride from its water – CBS News Watch CBS News On Thursday,…
Medicare drug price negotiations to target Ozempic, Wegovy and other drugs
Medicare announced Friday that it has selected 15 drugs, including the hugely popular medications Ozempic and Wegovy, used…
Biden administration seeks last-minute appeal of court loss over fluoride in water
Attorneys for the Biden administration said Friday they would seek to challenge a court loss last year that…
Nearly 330,000 smoke alarms sold by HSN recalled because they may not work
About 328,000 smoke alarms sold nationwide and online by the Home Shopping Network — or as it now…
How food brands and drugmakers are responding to FDA’s ban of food dye Red 3
Companies say they are working to update their products to comply with the Food and Drug Administration’s…
FDA moves to cut nicotine from cigarettes, in plan first floated under Trump
The Food and Drug Administration is moving to cut out addictive nicotine from cigarettes, according to a long-awaited…
How can hospice support patients with terminal illnesses?
How can hospice support patients Hospice care plays a critical role in supporting patients with terminal illnesses by…
Abbott accused of deceiving parents with potentially harmful formula for toddlers
A year after the American Academy of Pediatrics flagged what it described as “questionable marketing practices” by makers…
Food shoppers could see nutrition facts on the front, as FDA unveils proposed packaging rules
The Food and Drug Administration released on Tuesday its long-awaited proposal to require food manufacturers to put some…
More than 1 drink a day raises risk of dying, new federal review concludes
Consuming more than one drink a day results in a steep increase of the risk of premature death,…
Consumers who bought phony Zephyr N95 masks to get more than $1 million in refunds
The Federal Trade Commission is sending a total of more than $1 million to fully refund people who…
U.S. egg industry sees record chicken deaths from bird flu outbreak
More than 20 million egg-laying chickens in the U.S. died last quarter because of bird flu, data from…
FDA finds little handwashing, dirty equipment at McDonald’s supplier linked to E. coli outbreak
Food and Drug Administration officials turned up dozens of violations at a McDonald’s supplier linked to a deadly…
Abortion bans linked to people moving out of state, study says
When the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade in 2022, the majority of justices decided that the right…
Michael Moss breaks down new FDA rules for “healthy” food labels
Michael Moss breaks down new FDA rules for “healthy” food labels – CBS News Watch CBS News Pulitzer…
It feels like everyone has a stomach bug. A new norovirus strain might be to blame, CDC data suggests
A new strain of norovirus now makes up a majority of outbreaks nationwide, according to data from the…
FDA sets limits on lead in some baby foods
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is for the first time setting guidelines for levels of lead in…
India’s first human metapneumovirus (HMPV) cases confirmed, but officials say “no reason to worry”
New Delhi — Indian officials have confirmed the vast nation’s first cases of human metapneumovirus, often called HMPV,…
First bird flu death in U.S. reported in Louisiana
First bird flu death in U.S. reported in Louisiana – CBS News Watch CBS News For the first…
First U.S. bird flu death reported in Louisiana after severe case of H5N1
A Louisiana resident has died after being hospitalized with bird flu, the state’s health department announced Monday, marking…
Breast cancer rates rising fastest in younger women, study finds
Breast cancer rates rising fastest in younger women, study finds – CBS News Watch CBS News New research…
U.S. Surgeon General warns of link between alcohol, cancer
U.S. Surgeon General warns of link between alcohol, cancer – CBS News Watch CBS News The U.S. Surgeon…
Surgeon general calls for cancer warning on alcohol
Surgeon general calls for cancer warning on alcohol – CBS News Watch CBS News The U.S. surgeon general…
Flu emergency room visits now “very high” nationwide, CDC says
Emergency room visits with influenza are now “very high” nationwide, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said…
Here’s what to know about Medicare’s new spending cap
Here’s what to know about Medicare’s new spending cap – CBS News Watch CBS News This year, a…
Broccoli sold by Walmart in 20 U.S. states recalled over listeria risk
Foodborne illness concerns are up, a public health expert explains why Foodborne illness concerns are up, a public…
Los Angeles officials warn against raw pet food as H5N1 bird flu infection in cat confirmed
Los Angeles county public health officials have issued a new warning to pet owners to stop feeding dogs…
Tree nuts prompt Cappuccino Meltaway Bars’ recall — holiday candy sold nationwide
Gardners Candies is recalling Cappuccino Meltaway Bars sold nationwide because they may contain undeclared cashews, which can pose…
Dr. Leana Wen says for bird flu, “we should have learned our lesson from COVID” in testing
Dr. Leana Wen said Sunday that the lack of testing for bird flu doesn’t mean that the virus…
How horses are helping to heal people’s mental and physical health
How horses are helping to heal people’s mental and physical health – CBS News Watch CBS News Horse-powered…
FDA proposes new tests to detect asbestos in cosmetics and other products containing talc
Manufacturers of baby powder and cosmetic products made with talc will have to test them for asbestos under…
Why some children are turning to GLP-1 weight loss drugs
Why some children are turning to GLP-1 weight loss drugs – CBS News Watch CBS News A growing…
FDA issues highest-level recall for Costco eggs over salmonella risk
FDA issues highest-level recall for Costco eggs over salmonella risk – CBS News Watch CBS News The FDA…
Expert tips to support your immune system and stay healthy this winter
Expert tips to support your immune system and stay healthy this winter – CBS News Watch CBS News…
How to avoid the flu, other seasonal viruses during holiday gatherings
How to avoid the flu, other seasonal viruses during holiday gatherings – CBS News Watch CBS News Seasonal…
Concerning new flu numbers ahead of holiday gatherings
Concerning new flu numbers ahead of holiday gatherings – CBS News Watch CBS News Thirteen states reported “high”…
California declares emergency after severe U.S. case of H5N1 bird flu
California declares emergency after severe U.S. case of H5N1 bird flu – CBS News Watch CBS News A…
Liquid-burning firepits behind 2 deaths, dozens of injuries
Mass. woman recovering from burns warns about tabletop fire pit dangers Mass. woman recovering from burns warns about…
Frito-Lay recalls some Lay’s Classic Potato Chips over “life-threatening” allergy risk
Pulitzer winner Michael Moss on food safety Pulitzer winner Michael Moss on food safety, recalls and ultra-processed foods…
He went in for a colonoscopy. The hospital charged $19,000 for two.
Tom Contos is an avid runner. When he started experiencing rectal bleeding in March, he thought exercise could…
2 sisters, 7 years apart in age, also receive heart transplants 7 years apart in Chicago
2 sisters both receive heart transplants, 7 years apart 2 sisters both receive heart transplants, 7 years apart…
Congo says mystery disease behind dozens of deaths of women and children finally identified as severe malaria
Johannesburg — For weeks it was dubbed simply “Disease X.” But the mysterious flu-like disease that has killed…
Trump could target Affordable Care Act and Medicaid to help pay for lower taxes, experts say
The Affordable Care Act, also known as Obamacare, remains popular with the public, garnering the approval of 54%…
Author Emily Oster on sugar and its impact on kids
Author Emily Oster on sugar and its impact on kids – CBS News Watch CBS News Author Emily…
What is Red 40 and why hasn’t the FDA banned the dye?
The Food and Drug Administration has not formally reevaluated the safety of a food dye called Red 40…
Mitch McConnell warns RFK Jr. against effort to undermine polio vaccines
Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell issued an apparent warning Friday to Robert F. Kennedy, President-elect Donald Trump’s pick…
MadeGood granola bars recalled because they could contain pieces of metal
Pulitzer winner Michael Moss on food safety Pulitzer winner Michael Moss on food safety, recalls and ultra-processed foods…
Another infant dies in listeria outbreak linked to ready-to-eat meat and poultry products
A second infant has died in an 8-state listeria outbreak related to recalled Yu Shang Food ready-to-eat meat…
Americans are paying more than ever for health insurance. Denials add to their pain.
Health insurance costs are far outpacing inflation, leaving more consumers on the hook each year for thousands of…
New Boston program aims to improve labor and delivery for Black women, who often face challenges
BOSTON – A new program in Boston is trying to improve the labor and delivery experience for expectant…
Mystery flu-like disease in Congo kills dozens, puts authorities “on general alert” as cases investigated
Kinshasa, Congo – Congo’s health minister said Thursday the country’s government was on alert over a mystery flu-like…
U.S. sets Thanksgiving record for whooping cough cases
At least 364 pertussis infections were reported to health authorities last week, according to figures published Thursday by…
CEO killing surfaces anger aimed at health insurance industry
CEO killing surfaces anger aimed at health insurance industry – CBS News Watch CBS News While investigators haven’t…
Sanders says RFK Jr. “exactly correct” on food issues, has not decided on Trump pick for HHS secretary
Sen. Bernie Sanders praised Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s message on food issues Thursday, and said he had not…
Independent drugstore closures threaten to turn communities into “pharmacy deserts”
Inman, South Carolina — From medicine to milkshakes, Kempson Rexall drugstore has been a staple in the small…
Anthem Blue Cross says it’s reversing a policy to limit anesthesia coverage
Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield said Thursday that the health insurance provider is reversing a policy that was…
Cucumbers from 3 companies recalled as salmonella sickens 68 people in 19 states
Federal officials are urging people not to eat recalled cucumbers, as well as salads and wraps that could…
University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus receives grant to help restore vision to blind patients
University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus could be close to cure for blindness University of Colorado Anschutz Medical…
Are flu and COVID high now? Here’s how the season has started
This year’s winter surge of influenza and COVID-19 has yet to arrive for most of the country, data…
Jane Fonda with a secret of aging well
Jane Fonda with a secret of aging well – CBS News Watch CBS News A Yale study showed…
Are there really risks to putting fluoride in public water supplies?
Are there really risks to putting fluoride in public water supplies? – CBS News Watch CBS News President-elect…
Biden administration set to miss chance to lock in new food guidelines
A monthslong process to decide the federal government’s food recommendations for the next five years is now set…
A toddler got a nasal swab test but left before seeing a doctor. The bill was $445.
Ryan Wettstein Nauman was inconsolable one evening last December. After being put down for bed, the 3-year-old from…
New White House rule would make weight loss drugs available for people on Medicare and Medicaid
New White House rule would make weight loss drugs available for people on Medicare and Medicaid – CBS…
New study shows an increase in heavy drinkers
New study shows an increase in heavy drinkers – CBS News Watch CBS News A new study finds…
What to know about food safety in your home amid increase in foodborne illnesses
What to know about food safety in your home amid increase in foodborne illnesses – CBS News Watch…
What is “Make America Healthy Again”? What to know about Trump and RFK Jr.’s wide-ranging platform
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has outlined a number of promises to “Make America Healthy Again” under President-elect Donald…
A study to personalize nutrition guidance just for you
A study to personalize nutrition guidance just for you – CBS News Watch CBS News From the four…