Cannabis Poisonings Are Rising, Mostly Among Kids
As products like weed gummies proliferate, more children and teens are suffering symptoms including seizures and life-threatening breathing problems.
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After Years of Anger Directed at C.D.C., Shooting Manifests Worst Fears
Workers expressed horror at a shooting at the agency’s headquarters, and some said they viewed it as part of a pattern of threats and assaults on health workers.
Ousted F.D.A. Vaccine Chief Returns to Agency
Dr. Vinay Prasad’s rehiring was an unusual instance of a federal official targeted by the right-wing activist Laura Loomer being brought back into the Trump administration.
Why Young Americans Dread Turning 26: Health Insurance Chaos
Young adults without jobs that provide insurance find that their options are limited and expensive. The problem is about to get worse.
How the U.S. and Mexico Are Fighting Deadly Flesh-Eating Screwworms
The American and Mexican governments are exploring “all options” to battle a deadly parasite threatening cattle and wildlife.
A Guide to Finding Insurance at 26
It’s a difficult rite of passage for young adults without job-based insurance. Here are some tips for getting started.
Once ‘Very Pro-Vaccine,’ Trump Shrugs Off Kennedy’s mRNA Cuts
President Trump’s laissez-faire approach is notable, given that the vaccines were seen as legacy achievement during his first term.
Ticks From Other Continents Are Turning Up in the Northeast
Seven nonnative species reached the United States by latching on to travelers, a study by researchers in Connecticut shows, offering clues about how ticks spread in a warming world.
Why sunshine makes us feel good
BBC Weather presenter Alexandra Humphreys explains the benefits of getting some rays.
Enmeshment: When a Relationship Is Too Close
If you’ve lost yourself in a relationship, it may be time to untangle your identities and establish clearer boundaries.
How safe are wireless headphones?
Looking at hearing protection – from noise-cancelling headphones to ear plugs
How a ‘seated salsa’ can help your lower back
It’s hard to tone your lower back muscles, but this handy exercise can help.
Support network helped us to breastfeed, say mums
Two mums who struggled to breastfed their babies say a peer support group helped them.
A walk-in fishermen’s clinic saved Tom from sepsis – and could transform the NHS
Tom Parker was treated in one of 70 harbour health clinics after breaking his fibula fishing at sea.
Daily weight loss pill could help patients lose 12% of body weight
Trials of a daily obesity pill showed patients lost about 12% of their body weight over 72 weeks.
On Vaccines, Kennedy Has Broken Sharply With the Mainstream
While many officials and scientists embrace other parts of the secretary’s agenda, his stance on vaccines is alienating allies who fear a public health crisis.
Why has RFK Jr scrapped funding for vaccines?
US to Pull $500m from mRNA Vaccine Research Citing “More Risk Than Benefit”
After Donations, Trump Sided With Health Firms on Medicare Funds for Pricey Wound Care
The president posted talking points provided by one firm that donated millions, and his administration delayed a change that could have hurt the company and others like it.
As Trump Administration Plans to Burn Contraceptives, Europeans Are Alarmed
The U.S. government intends to incinerate $9.7 million in already-purchased birth control in Belgium after U.S.A.I.D shut down. Destruction may have already started.
Pill Causes Major Weight Loss in Eli Lilly Trial’s Results
The company said it planned to seek Food and Drug Administration approval for the drug, orforglipron, before the end of the year.
It Was a Promising Addiction Treatment. Many Patients Never Got It.
How political red tape and a drug company’s thirst for profits limited the reach of a drug that experts believe could have reduced the opioid epidemic’s toll.