25K Americans starting Wegovy weekly as supply increases and prices drop, drugmaker says
The number of U.S. patients currently starting the weight management drug Wegovy is "four times" the number in December 2023, the drugmaker said.
This Taylor Swift song from ‘The Tortured Poet’s Department’ is perfect for CPR
Taylor Swift fans, if you ever find yourself in a situation where you have to give hands-only CPR, think about these two Swift songs!
Amazon, Target among retailers to pull weighted infant sleepwear over safety concerns
Medical experts and federal regulators have argued that the weighted infant sleepwear poses a health risk to babies, while some companies selling the products claim they help babies fall asleep.
Maternal mortality rate in U.S. declines, but racial disparities remain: CDC data
Following an increase in women dying during pregnancy or after childbirth earlier in the pandemic, mortality rates dropped significantly in 2022, according to a new CDC report.
Which states have the highest cigarette prices?
The cost of a pack of cigarettes adds up because of federal, state and local taxes that get added. Here is a look at which states tax the heaviest and the lowest.
Walnuts recalled amid E. coli outbreak in multiple states, CDC says
An E. coli outbreak connected to organic walnuts has prompted a warning from the CDC, as well as a recall. The walnuts were sold at retailers in at least 19 states.
Marijuana will be rescheduled as less dangerous drug: Sources
The move would recognize the medical use of cannabis and acknowledge it has less potential for abuse than some of the nation’s most dangerous drugs.
Cancer trends: Common types & risk factors revealed
Almost 40% of Americans will receive a cancer diagnosis at some point in their lifetime — but certain types are more common than others, statistics show.
Mammogram screening to detect breast cancer should now start at 40, panel says
Breast cancer is the second-most common cause of cancer death for U.S. women.
USDA testing ground beef in states with bird flu outbreaks in dairy cows
The USDA is testing ground beef sold at retailers located in U.S. states with bird flu outbreaks in dairy cattle. But the agency said it’s “confident that the meat supply is safe.”
Kaiser Permanente says data breach may affect 13.4M customers
Kaiser Permanente said it is notifying members after a recent data breach potentially affected millions of accounts.
Oregon $1.3B Powerball winner is Laotian immigrant who has cancer
Cheng “Charlie" Saephan has been battling cancer for eight years. "Now I can bless my family and hire a good doctor for myself," he said.
81% of millennials say they can't afford a midlife crisis
Are millennials a generation in crisis? A majority said that type of crisis is a luxury they can’t afford.
Norovirus: Nearly 200 sick in outbreaks on Princess, Royal Caribbean ships, CDC says
Norovirus outbreaks on Princess Cruises and Royal Caribbean ships in April left nearly 200 people sick, the CDC reported.
Here's when people think 'old age' begins, according to study
People think “old age" starts later than it used to, according to a new study published by the American Psychological Association.
Illinois community celebrates as 2nd-grader returns home cancer-free
In a heartwarming display of community support, residents of Chatham, Illinois, gathered to celebrate the return of second-grader Judah Collins, who has triumphed over cancer.
Menthol cigarette ban postponed by Biden officials
President Joe Biden’s administration is again delaying a sweeping plan to ban menthol cigarettes.
'Vampire facials' at unlicensed spa likely resulted in HIV infections: CDC
A "vampire facial" involves drawing blood from a person's arm, separating platelets and then applying it to the patient's face using microneedles.
What millennials are doing to confront the 'quarter-life crisis'
We’ve all heard of a midlife crisis, but how about a quarter-life crisis?
Bird flu in cows: 1 in 5 pasteurized milk samples had traces of virus, FDA says
One in five samples of pasteurized milk contained remnants of the bird flu virus that has infected dairy cows, the FDA said. Here’s what to know.