E. coli cases rise to 104 in outbreak linked to McDonald’s Quarter Pounders
Health officials said there no longer appears to be a food safety concern, and McDonald's has resumed selling Quarter Pounders with…
Ozempic and Wegovy may help curb alcohol addiction, study suggests
People taking GLP-1 drugs had fewer alcohol-related hospitalizations than people taking standard drugs for alcohol use disorder. Nov. 13,…
Teen with bird flu in Canada hospitalized in critical condition
The teenager, who was previously healthy, had no farm exposure but had been exposed to dogs, cats and reptiles. Nov. 13, 2024, 2:14 PM UTC /…
Women suing Idaho over abortion ban will tell their stories in court
The lawsuit challenges the state’s strict abortion laws, seeking clarity about when doctors can provide abortions without facing jail time.…
Will fluoride go away when Trump takes office?
Dentists say fluoridated water was one of the most significant public health advances in recent memory. The incoming administration may not…
Millions at risk of losing health insurance following Trump’s victory
Subsidies to buy insurance from the Affordable Care Act Marketplaces are set to expire at the end of 2025. If they're not extended,…
FDA proposes ending use of decongestant found in many cold, allergy medicines
An extensive review determined that the ingredient, oral phenylephrine, doesn’t actually relieve nasal congestion. Nov. 7, 2024, 6:44 PM…
Some may have bird flu infection without any symptoms, CDC reports
The health agency now urges proactive testing and treatment for the virus among any workers who were exposed to H5N1. Nov. 7, 2024, 6:09 PM…
Trump’s vaccine stance could lead to health crisis among children: Experts warn
Pediatricians worry about a fallout from former President Trump's vocal endorsement of Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. Nov. 4, 2024, 10:44 PM…
How durable are the mRNA Covid vaccines?
The CDC is recommending that older adults get a second Covid shot in the spring. How durable are the vaccines?Nov. 3, 2024, 12:00 PM UTCBy…