Health
CDC Ends Lettuce-Linked Cyclosporiasis Outbreak Investigation
Federal data through Sept. 8 recorded 19,595 total cyclosporiasis cases across 49 states and Washington, D.C., including 1,043 hospitalizations and two deaths.
Federal Officials Prepare To End Major Cyclospora Outbreak
The outbreak affected 20 states and sickened at least 11,458 people, with 495 hospitalizations and two deaths reported through August 27
Trump Proposes $500 Rebates For Nearly 1 Million Obamacare Enrollees
The initiative would target people who purchase ACA coverage at full price without receiving federal premium tax credits.
Pennsylvania Reports First Measles-Linked Deaths In 35 Years
The Lancaster County outbreak has sickened nearly 400 people, while state health officials reported 17 new cases Tuesday, bringing Pennsylvania’s total for the year to 594.
What Can Six 30-Second Sprints Do To The Body
The findings suggest exercise intensity may play an important role in determining its biological effects.
Study Links Low AST And ALT Levels To Early-Onset Colorectal Cancer
However, experts caution that the findings do not establish low enzyme levels as a cause or definitive predictor of cancer.
FDA Inspections Declined For Years Before Cyclospora Outbreak, Analysis Finds
FDA inspectors visited a Taylor Farms facility in Guanajuato, Mexico, in mid-August, about a month after a July 17 recall was announced.
Study Links Nearly 1.7 Million Deaths To Second-Hand Smoke Exposure
Researchers estimated that 2.71 billion people were exposed to tobacco smoke, contributing to 44.8 million disability-adjusted life years.
Novartis Cholesterol Drug Fails Trial, Raising Questions For Rivals
The drug, developed with Ionis Pharmaceuticals, was tested on more than 8,000 patients.
Surgeon General Wants Tech Companies To Step Up And Protect Kids From Screens
Meta agreed last Wednesday to pay up to $18 billion and add stronger child-safety measures to Facebook and Instagram.
Childcare Assistance Waitlists Grow In 23 States And DC
Indiana took steps to address the problem after Gov. Mike Braun announced $200 million in surplus state funds for its childcare assistance program in April.
Defense Department Pauses Testosterone Screening Rules For Male Troops
Health guidance issued Wednesday described testosterone as an important biological marker for warfighter readiness and warned that high-stress military roles could contribute to hormone-related issues.
Years Later, Will Vance Get To The Bottom Of East Palestine Derailment Concerns?
Vance and Zeldin wrote a letter to Nicole N. Murley, the acting inspector general of the EPA.
Employer Health Benefit Costs Expected To Rise Sharply In 2027
Growing demand for GLP-1 medications and new expenses associated with AI-based medical documentation are also adding pressure.