HHS finalizes report on gender-affirming care for youth, medical groups push back
(NEW YORK) -- The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) released a final version of its report on pediatric gender-affirming care on Wednesday,... Read More.
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Global rise in ultra-processed foods is major public health threat, experts say
(NEW YORK) -- The global rise of ultra-processed foods in diets worldwide poses a major public health threat, according to experts who published a... Read More.
As few as 2 cigarettes per day linked to 60% increased risk of heart disease: Study
(NEW YORK) -- Just 100 cigarettes over the course of someone's life may be enough to raise their risk of heart disease and death,... Read More.
South Carolina lawmakers debate abortion bill that could imprison people who receive the procedure
(COLUMBIA, S.C.) -- A few South Carolina lawmakers are holding a hearing on Tuesday to discuss a near-total abortion ban that removes exceptions and... Read More.
SNAP is back, but millions of Americans could lose benefits due to new restrictions
(WASHINGTON) -- Just as SNAP benefits were reinstated for millions of Americans following the reopening of the federal government, many are now set to... Read More.
New Jersey man believed to be 1st known death from red meat allergy linked to tick bites
(NEW YORK) -- A New Jersey man is believed to be the first documented death from alpha-gal syndrome, a meat allergy triggered by tick... Read More.
Some food banks see up to 1,800% surge in demand since SNAP benefits were halted
(NEW YORK) -- Food banks and pantries have been experiencing historic demand since SNAP benefits halted on Nov. 1 for many Americans due to... Read More.
FDA removes ‘black box’ warning label on hormone replacement therapy for menopause
(NEW YORK) -- The Food and Drug Administration said Monday it will remove the "black box" warning from hormone replacement therapy (HRT) products for... Read More.
Canada loses measles elimination status amid year-long outbreak: Health officials
(NEW YORK) -- Canada has lost its measles elimination status after struggling to contain a year-long outbreak, the country's public health agency announced on... Read More.
Trump administration announces deal to lower weight loss drug prices for many Americans
The Trump administration announced deals on Thursday with pharmaceutical giants Novo Nordisk and Eli Lilly that would lower the cost of GLP-1 drugs for... Read More.
