California Wildfire Smoke Exposure During Pregnancy Linked to Autism Risk
Pregnant women’s exposure to wildfire smoke — particularly in the third trimester — may increase the risk of autism in...
US Measles Surge Signals a Dangerous Public Health Comeback
Tuesday marks one year since a measles outbreak started in West Texas, and there have been new cases in the...
First Measles Case Confirmed at Clemson University Amid Outbreak
The fast-moving South Carolina measles outbreak has spread to Clemson University. The state’s Department of Public Health has told Clemson officials that...
Study Finds No Link Between Tylenol Use in Pregnancy and Autism
“Don’t take Tylenol. Don’t take it. Fight like hell not to take it.” That was the message from President Donald...
HHS Reverses $2 Billion Mental Health Funding Cuts After Backlash
WASHINGTON — The Department of Health and Human Services is reinstating $2 billion in funds to address substance abuse and...
Medical Groups Seek Court Order to Block New CDC Vaccine Rules
Six prominent medical associations say they will ask the courts to reverse the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s...
7 in 10 cancer patients now survive five years, report finds
The U.S. has reached a watershed moment in the fight against cancer: Seven in 10 people now survive five years...
ACA sign-ups fall as higher premiums push people off plans
As open enrollment for Affordable Care Act insurance comes to an end, people are moving to cheaper plans or dropping their coverage...
CDC warns flu activity has not peaked amid record season
After a record week of flu activity in the US, hospitalizations and deaths continue to rise. About 40,000 people were admitted to...
The 6 biggest changes in the new US dietary guidelines
The U.S.’ new dietary guidelines, unveiled Wednesday, make notable changes to the country’s prior guidance about healthy eating, placing a higher...
