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.
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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.
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.
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.
Eli Lilly’s next generation weight loss drug shows promise, early trial results suggest
(NEW YORK) -- Eli Lilly's next generation of weight loss drugs appear to show promise, possibly leading to even faster weight loss and added... Read More.
Some SNAP recipients say they have to choose between rent and food amid halt in benefits
(NEW YORK) -- Over the last week, Martina Santos said she feels like she's been living a nightmare.The 67-year-old from the Bronx, New York,... Read More.
Debunking 8 claims about breast cancer screening: What every woman needs to know about detection
(NEW YORK) -- When it comes to early detection, mammograms remain the only screening test proven to reduce deaths from breast cancer in average-risk... Read More.
