Key warning signs about bird flu are going in the wrong direction
This year has been marked by concerning developments in the virus’ spread, including widespread detections in wastewater and mutations observed in the virus.Dec. 22,…
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Moderate drinking linked to lower risk of death, but there’s a major catch
The report was released ahead of an update to federal dietary guidelines coming next year that could include new recommendations about how much alcohol people should…
FDA ruling limits which foods can be labeled ‘healthy’ on packaging
What does “healthy” mean? New guidelines for food labels focus on what we should eat, instead of what we shouldn't. Dec. 19, 2024, 5:24 PM UTCBy Erika EdwardsThe…
FDA says tirzepatide shortage is over after taking a second look
A lawsuit from a compounding trade group in October claimed tirzepatide was still in shortage, forcing the FDA to do a reassessment.Dec. 19, 2024, 3:31 PM UTC / Updated …
U.S. life expectancy rose last year, hitting highest level since pandemic
Covid dropped from the fourth-leading cause of death to the 10th, according to a CDC report.Dec. 19, 2024, 5:01 AM UTCBy Randi RichardsonThe SummaryU.S. life expectancy…
As health secretary, RFK Jr. could hold enormous influence over childhood vaccines
The secretary can appoint members to a CDC advisory panel that makes recommendations about vaccinations.Dec. 18, 2024, 6:45 PM UTCBy Berkeley Lovelace Jr. and Erika…
U.S. reports first severe human case of bird flu
The CDC said the person was likely exposed to the virus from dead or dying birds in a backyard flock.Dec. 18, 2024, 5:08 PM UTC / Updated Dec. 18, 2024, 6:05 PM UTCBy…
Medication abortions may be more painful than women expect, study finds
The pain is often described as similar to period cramps, catching some women off guard if it turns out to be more severe. Dec. 17, 2024, 11:30 PM UTCBy Kaitlin…
Obesity dipped in U.S. adults last year for first time in a decade
The trend may be due, in part, to the rise of weight loss drugs like Ozempic.Dec. 13, 2024, 7:30 PM UTCBy Denise Chow and Akshay Syal, M.D.The SummaryObesity dipped…
U.S. dietary guidelines should emphasize beans and lentils as protein, proposal says
The report, from an advisory committee to the USDA, also suggests encouraging people to reduce their intake of sugary drinks and sodium and eat more whole grains.Dec. 12,…