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WEATHER ALERT

12 advisories in effect for 12 regions in the area

HEALTH


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FDA names former pharmaceutical company executive to oversee US drug program

Read full article: FDA names former pharmaceutical company executive to oversee US drug program

The Food and Drug Administration named a longtime pharmaceutical executive to run the agency’s drug program.

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4 hours ago

Bees have some ways to cope with a warming Earth, but researchers fear for their future

Read full article: Bees have some ways to cope with a warming Earth, but researchers fear for their future

As global temperatures rise under climate change, the bees responsible for pollinating many crops are under increasing stress and scientists are trying to understand how they are affected.

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As Trump's raids ramp up, a Texas region's residents stay inside — even when they need medical care

Read full article: As Trump's raids ramp up, a Texas region's residents stay inside — even when they need medical care

Immigrants in Texas's Rio Grande Valley are avoiding medical care due to intensified deportation efforts under the Trump administration.

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5 hours ago

Delayed Diagnosis: Jax woman with life-altering health challenges details journey after 18-month fight for diagnosis

Read full article: Delayed Diagnosis: Jax woman with life-altering health challenges details journey after 18-month fight for diagnosis

What would you do if you knew something was seriously wrong but, time and time again, doctors would not take your concerns seriously? That is a part of one Jacksonville woman’s experience as she battles some significant health challenges.

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Harvard seeks billions in funding restored at a pivotal hearing in its standoff with Trump

Read full article: Harvard seeks billions in funding restored at a pivotal hearing in its standoff with Trump

Harvard University appeared in federal court Monday, challenging $2.6 billion in funding cuts by the Trump administration.

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7 hours ago

Risky foods to avoid right now to protect your family’s health

Read full article: Risky foods to avoid right now to protect your family’s health

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says tens of millions of Americans get sick from contaminated food every year, some of it organic.

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How what you eat can affect chronic diseases, restore mental health

Read full article: How what you eat can affect chronic diseases, restore mental health

We’ve all heard the saying “you are what you eat.” But can what you eat really fix chronic diseases like high blood pressure and depression?

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Israeli forces push into parts of a central Gaza city that the war had largely spared

Read full article: Israeli forces push into parts of a central Gaza city that the war had largely spared

Israeli ground troops for the first time have pushed into areas of a central Gaza city where several aid groups are based.

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2 days ago

Gene therapy maker Sarepta tells FDA it won't halt shipments despite patient deaths

Read full article: Gene therapy maker Sarepta tells FDA it won't halt shipments despite patient deaths

Drugmaker Sarepta Therapeutics says it won’t comply with a request from U.S. regulators to halt all shipments of its gene therapy.

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3 Democrat-led states have rolled back Medicaid access for people lacking permanent legal status

Read full article: 3 Democrat-led states have rolled back Medicaid access for people lacking permanent legal status

Three Democratic-led states that led the way in offering free health care to low-income people who are in the U.S. without legal permission are either limiting or ending the programs because of significant budget concerns.

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Two surrogates speak out about California couple under investigation

Read full article: Two surrogates speak out about California couple under investigation

Authorities are investigating a Southern California couple after their infant child was taken to a hospital with a traumatic head injury and 21 children were discovered in their custody.

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Man pulled into MRI machine after he walked into an exam room wearing a chain necklace

Read full article: Man pulled into MRI machine after he walked into an exam room wearing a chain necklace

A man was pulled into an MRI machine in New York after he walked into the room wearing a large chain necklace.

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3 days ago

Interest in martial arts is increasing. So are concussions, UF study finds

Read full article: Interest in martial arts is increasing. So are concussions, UF study finds

More students involved in martial arts are ending up in the ER with concussions, a new University of Florida Health study shows. And those injuries are happening more often in practice or class than in formal competition.

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3 days ago

Heart & vascular expert explains President Trump’s ‘chronic venous insufficiency’

Read full article: Heart & vascular expert explains President Trump’s ‘chronic venous insufficiency’

Dr. Majdi Ashchi, a renowned heart and vascular expert with Ashchi Heart and Vascular Center, joined us on The Morning Show to answer your questions about "chronic venous insufficiency."

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3 days ago

Importance of eye exams for children

Read full article: Importance of eye exams for children

With school starting back up soon, now is a good time to get your child in for an eye exam -- especially since vision is so important for learning.

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Questions about surrogacy are raised in case of California couple with house brimming with kids

Read full article: Questions about surrogacy are raised in case of California couple with house brimming with kids

The removal of 21 children from a Los Angeles-area couple has put a spotlight on the practice of using surrogates to build a family.

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3 days ago

Here's what to know about chronic venous insufficiency

Read full article: Here's what to know about chronic venous insufficiency

Swollen legs led to President Donald Trump being diagnosed with what’s called chronic venous insufficiency.

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3 days ago

Trump says Coke will shift to cane sugar. But increasingly, shoppers want no sugar in their sodas

Read full article: Trump says Coke will shift to cane sugar. But increasingly, shoppers want no sugar in their sodas

The debate over whether Coca-Cola should use high-fructose corn syrup or cane sugar in its signature cola obscures an important fact: Consumers are increasingly looking for Coke with no sugar at all.

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3 days ago

Trump is checked for lower leg swelling and diagnosed with a common condition in older adults

Read full article: Trump is checked for lower leg swelling and diagnosed with a common condition in older adults

The White House says President Donald Trump had a recent medical checkup after he noticed “mild swelling” in his lower legs.

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Trump administration hands over Medicaid recipients' personal data, including addresses, to ICE

Read full article: Trump administration hands over Medicaid recipients' personal data, including addresses, to ICE

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officials will gain access to personally identifiable information for all of the nation’s 79 million Medicaid enrollees.

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JASMYN says help is still available after 988 hotline service tailored to LGBTQ+ youth ends

Read full article: JASMYN says help is still available after 988 hotline service tailored to LGBTQ+ youth ends

The 988 National Suicide & Crisis Lifeline will stop providing tailored support options to LGBTQ+ youth and young adults on July 17, according to a statement on a federal agency’s website.

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Juul gets FDA's OK to keep selling tobacco and menthol e-cigarettes

Read full article: Juul gets FDA's OK to keep selling tobacco and menthol e-cigarettes

Federal health officials will allow Juul to keep selling its electronic cigarettes.

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Healthy babies born in Britain after scientists used DNA from three people to avoid genetic disease

Read full article: Healthy babies born in Britain after scientists used DNA from three people to avoid genetic disease

Researchers report that eight healthy babies were born with the help of an experimental technique that uses DNA from three people to help mothers avoid passing rare diseases to their children.

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Researchers try new ways of preserving more hearts for transplants

Read full article: Researchers try new ways of preserving more hearts for transplants

Two university hospitals are pioneering new ways to expand access to the lifesaving heart transplants for adults and babies.

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PEPFAR keeps millions of people with HIV alive and may be spared from Trump spending cuts

Read full article: PEPFAR keeps millions of people with HIV alive and may be spared from Trump spending cuts

The program known as PEPFAR is one of the most effective and popular U.S. foreign aid projects in history, and the government says it has saved the lives of over 25 million people around the world with HIV.

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Congress targeted Planned Parenthood for defunding, but also caught a Maine health care provider

Read full article: Congress targeted Planned Parenthood for defunding, but also caught a Maine health care provider

Planned Parenthood isn't the only abortion provider that stands to lose Medicaid payments under a budget plan signed by President Donald Trump.

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RFK Jr. and other Trump officials embrace psychedelics after FDA setback

Read full article: RFK Jr. and other Trump officials embrace psychedelics after FDA setback

Health Secretary Robert F.

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Easy ways to make water more appealing

Read full article: Easy ways to make water more appealing

It can be easy to get dehydrated in these scorching temperatures, which is why it’s important to make sure you’re drinking enough water. But not everyone likes the taste of it.

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Signs, symptoms and prevention of flesh-eating bacterial infection

Read full article: Signs, symptoms and prevention of flesh-eating bacterial infection

A local doctor shares her expertise about the Vibrio vulnificus infection that's claimed the lives of four Floridians this year, including a St. Johns County resident.

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US appeals court upholds West Virginia restriction on abortion pill sales

Read full article: US appeals court upholds West Virginia restriction on abortion pill sales

A federal appeals court has upheld a lower court’s decision to restrict abortion pill sales in West Virginia.

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Relatives say Massachusetts assisted-living blaze gutted a tough community

Read full article: Relatives say Massachusetts assisted-living blaze gutted a tough community

Gabriel House had seen better days.

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Federal judge reverses rule that would have removed medical debt from credit reports

Read full article: Federal judge reverses rule that would have removed medical debt from credit reports

A federal judge in Texas removed a Biden-era finalized rule by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau that would have removed medical debt from credit reports.

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Senate votes to move ahead with Trump's request for $9 billion in spending cuts

Read full article: Senate votes to move ahead with Trump's request for $9 billion in spending cuts

Senate Republicans have advanced President Donald Trump’s request to cancel some $9 billion in previously approved spending.

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Why the heat makes us so irritable

Read full article: Why the heat makes us so irritable

Have you ever noticed your mood seems to change on really hot days? You suddenly get angrier or more irritated. Well, there’s a reason for that.

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Power Interviewing: Strategies for neurodivergent job success

Read full article: Power Interviewing: Strategies for neurodivergent job success

You can be the most qualified candidate on paper, yet the interview process itself can be a significant hurdle. For some, particularly those who are neurodivergent, navigating traditional interview expectations can present unique challenges.

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14 million children did not receive a single vaccine in 2024, UN estimates

Read full article: 14 million children did not receive a single vaccine in 2024, UN estimates

U.N. health officials have estimated that more than 14 million children did not receive a single vaccine last year.

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Jacksonville man hopes personal experience with hospice reminds others to ‘Check On Your Mom’

Read full article: Jacksonville man hopes personal experience with hospice reminds others to ‘Check On Your Mom’

A Jacksonville man is using his personal loss to help others navigate the difficult journey of caring for a loved one in hospice.

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More elderly Americans are choking to death. Are these devices the answer?

Read full article: More elderly Americans are choking to death. Are these devices the answer?

Each year, choking claims the lives of more than 4,100 Americans who are 65 or older.

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Important Reminder: Never leave a child -- or any of these other items -- in a hot car

Read full article: Important Reminder: Never leave a child -- or any of these other items -- in a hot car

With scorching temperatures in the forecast, we're reminding parents and guardians about the threat of hot car deaths. And there are OTHER things you should never leave in a car on a hot day.

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CDC reports rise in tick bites this summer

Read full article: CDC reports rise in tick bites this summer

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, there’s been a rise in emergency room visits for tick bites this summer, with the northeast region seeing the most cases.

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Charges dropped against Utah doctor accused of throwing away $28,000 in COVID vaccine doses

Read full article: Charges dropped against Utah doctor accused of throwing away $28,000 in COVID vaccine doses

The federal government has dismissed charges against a Utah plastic surgeon accused of throwing away COVID-19 vaccines worth thousands of dollars during the pandemic.

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Northern Arizona resident dies from plague

Read full article: Northern Arizona resident dies from plague

A northern Arizona resident has died from pneumonic plague.

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Sand and dust storms affect about 330 million people in over 150 countries, UN agency says

Read full article: Sand and dust storms affect about 330 million people in over 150 countries, UN agency says

Sand and dust storms affect about 330 million people in over 150 countries and are taking an increasing toll on health, economies and the environment.

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Breakfast cereal sales declined for decades before Kellogg's sale to Italian company

Read full article: Breakfast cereal sales declined for decades before Kellogg's sale to Italian company

Breakfast cereal could use a lucky charm.

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Trump administration sues California over egg prices and blames animal welfare laws

Read full article: Trump administration sues California over egg prices and blames animal welfare laws

The Trump administration is suing California over its animal welfare laws, claiming they unconstitutionally raised egg prices.

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'The Salt Path' is a book that captured the hearts of millions. Now it's mired in controversy

Read full article: 'The Salt Path' is a book that captured the hearts of millions. Now it's mired in controversy

The memoir "The Salt Path" by Raynor Winn, which inspired a film starring Gillian Anderson and Jason Isaacs, is now embroiled in controversy.

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Head Start will be cut off for immigrants without legal status, Trump administration says

Read full article: Head Start will be cut off for immigrants without legal status, Trump administration says

The Trump administration says it will restrict immigrants in the country illegally from enrolling in Head Start, a federally funded preschool program.

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CDC finds nearly 1 in 3 US youth have prediabetes, but experts question scant data

Read full article: CDC finds nearly 1 in 3 US youth have prediabetes, but experts question scant data

A new federal estimate shows that nearly 1 in 3 U.S. adolescents had prediabetes in 2023, far higher than a previous estimate of 1 in 5.

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Making healthy snacks a habit when afternoon energy slumps strike at work

Read full article: Making healthy snacks a habit when afternoon energy slumps strike at work

Sticking to healthy snacks during workdays can be tough, especially with busy schedules and tempting treats nearby.

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Here are some things you can do to be better prepared for major flooding

Read full article: Here are some things you can do to be better prepared for major flooding

Catastrophic floods often bring with them loss of power, cuts to key emergency communications and sudden hazardous situations that leave victims with only minutes or seconds to seek higher ground and stay safe.

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What men need to know about low testosterone

Read full article: What men need to know about low testosterone

There are many misconceptions when it comes to low testosterone, and that can cause confusion for men. So, how can they know whether they really have it or if they’re dealing with something else?

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Kindred Care EMS: A beacon of trust and cultural connection in Jacksonville’s health care landscape

Read full article: Kindred Care EMS: A beacon of trust and cultural connection in Jacksonville’s health care landscape

Handling non-emergency medical transport, Kindred Care’s personnel don’t just show up with a stretcher – they show up with understanding and a focus on care that connects to the community.

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Lifesaving game changer: New technology could double distance of available pancreas donors

Read full article: Lifesaving game changer: New technology could double distance of available pancreas donors

Right now, over 800 people are on the national waiting list for this life-saving surgery, but only a fraction will receive one. However, a groundbreaking new method of preserving donor pancreases is offering hope to those waiting.

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The UN warns millions will die by 2029 if US funding for HIV programs isn't replaced

Read full article: The UN warns millions will die by 2029 if US funding for HIV programs isn't replaced

A new report by the U.N. AIDS agency says the sudden withdrawal of U.S. funding has caused a “systemic shock” to the global effort against AIDS and HIV.

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Measles outbreaks in Illinois and North Dakota have ended

Read full article: Measles outbreaks in Illinois and North Dakota have ended

Health officials in Illinois and North Dakota say their measles outbreaks are over.

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HealthScreen program aims to bridge health care gaps in North Central Florida’s rural communities

Read full article: HealthScreen program aims to bridge health care gaps in North Central Florida’s rural communities

The University of Florida’s new HealthScreen program will use mobile health vehicles to send community health workers and nurses throughout North Central Florida to conduct critical health screenings for heart issues, prediabetes and diabetes.

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The US is having its worst year for measles in more than three decades

Read full article: The US is having its worst year for measles in more than three decades

Measles cases in the U.S. are at their highest in more than three decades.

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Senate committee advances Susan Monarez to be Trump's CDC director

Read full article: Senate committee advances Susan Monarez to be Trump's CDC director

A U.S. Senate committee has approved Susan Monarez to be President Donald Trump’s director of the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

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Biden's former doctor refuses to answer questions in House Republican probe

Read full article: Biden's former doctor refuses to answer questions in House Republican probe

President Joe Biden’s White House physician is refusing to answer questions as part of the House Republican investigation into Biden’s health in office.

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What is biohacking?

Read full article: What is biohacking?

Hollywood is known for its beauty trends, and the latest one to catch headlines is called “biohacking.” But what exactly is that?

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A good shower is a simple shower, no matter what influencers recommend

Read full article: A good shower is a simple shower, no matter what influencers recommend

Elaborate, multistep shower routines are all over social media.

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Focus on first responders' mental health grows as death toll rises in flood-ravaged Texas

Read full article: Focus on first responders' mental health grows as death toll rises in flood-ravaged Texas

The psychological toll of recovering the bodies of flood victims in Texas is drawing increased attention as the death toll rises.

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How summer weather can trigger migraines and how to avoid them

Read full article: How summer weather can trigger migraines and how to avoid them

An estimated 39 million Americans live with migraines. Excessively hot weather can bring on symptoms and trigger an attack. A neurologist explains how to avoid summer migraines and headaches.

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Burned Out: St. Johns County Fire Union pushes for healthier work-life balance

Read full article: Burned Out: St. Johns County Fire Union pushes for healthier work-life balance

On Wednesday, the St. Johns County Firefighters Union is meeting with county officials to continue to push for a major change: a healthier work schedule. This will be the second meeting between the two sides in the contract negotiation process.

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A local mom thought the car seat she picked out for her daughter was cute. She later found out it was an unsafe knockoff

Read full article: A local mom thought the car seat she picked out for her daughter was cute. She later found out it was an unsafe knockoff

A Jacksonville mom learned a lesson the hard way when she unknowingly buckled her newborn into a fake car seat, thinking it was safe.

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3-minute lifesaving test can detect esophageal cancer early

Read full article: 3-minute lifesaving test can detect esophageal cancer early

This year, more than 22,000 Americans face a chilling diagnosis — esophageal cancer. A new 3-minute in-office test is offering a critical window for early detection.

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Burning of fossil fuels caused 1,500 deaths in recent European heat wave, study estimates

Read full article: Burning of fossil fuels caused 1,500 deaths in recent European heat wave, study estimates

Scientists have linked last week’s European heat wave to human-caused climate change and estimate that climate change was responsible for 1,500 deaths.

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The biggest gender-affirming care center for trans kids in the US is closing, prompting protests

Read full article: The biggest gender-affirming care center for trans kids in the US is closing, prompting protests

Protesters are rallying against the closure of a major gender-affirming care center for kids and teenagers at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles.

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Investigation of Jacksonville man suspected of knowingly spreading an STD sheds light on health concerns

Read full article: Investigation of Jacksonville man suspected of knowingly spreading an STD sheds light on health concerns

A months-long investigation of a Jacksonville man suspected of knowingly spreading an STD to two unsuspecting women has led to his arrest.

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Trump administration pulls back on plans to rewrite Biden-era asbestos ban

Read full article: Trump administration pulls back on plans to rewrite Biden-era asbestos ban

The Trump administration is dropping plans to allow continued use of the last type of asbestos legally allowed in U.S. manufacturing after an outcry from asbestos opponents.

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The first drug to treat infants sick with malaria is approved by Swiss authority

Read full article: The first drug to treat infants sick with malaria is approved by Swiss authority

Switzerland’s medical products authority has granted the first approval for a malaria medicine designed for small infants.

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Wisconsin Supreme Court clears the way for a conversion therapy ban to be made permanent

Read full article: Wisconsin Supreme Court clears the way for a conversion therapy ban to be made permanent

The Wisconsin Supreme Court has cleared the way for the state to permanently enact a ban on conversion therapy.

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US adults want the government to focus on child care costs, not birth rates, AP-NORC poll finds

Read full article: US adults want the government to focus on child care costs, not birth rates, AP-NORC poll finds

A new AP-NORC poll finds most Americans do not want the government to focus on increasing birth rates, despite efforts by the Trump administration to make this a priority.

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How much Vitamin D do we really need?

Read full article: How much Vitamin D do we really need?

Now that it’s nice outside, more people are spending time in the sun, which is a great way to get some Vitamin D. But how much exposure do we really need?

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When all else fails, researchers find new therapy for melanoma

Read full article: When all else fails, researchers find new therapy for melanoma

Melanoma is a type of aggressive skin cancer that is the fifth most deadly cancer. Surgery, immunotherapy and chemo are the typical treatments. But now, the FDA has approved a groundbreaking new therapy for patients battling late-stage melanoma, offering hope when options run out.

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RFK Jr. promoted a food company he says will make Americans healthy. Their meals are ultraprocessed

Read full article: RFK Jr. promoted a food company he says will make Americans healthy. Their meals are ultraprocessed

Health secretary Robert F.

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Doctors and public health organizations sue Kennedy over vaccine policy change

Read full article: Doctors and public health organizations sue Kennedy over vaccine policy change

Doctors groups and public health organizations are suing the U.S. government over the decision to stop recommending COVID-19 vaccinations for most children and pregnant women.

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American kids have become increasingly unhealthy over nearly two decades, new study finds

Read full article: American kids have become increasingly unhealthy over nearly two decades, new study finds

A new study shows that the health of U.S. children has deteriorated over the past 17 years, with kids today more likely to experience obesity, chronic diseases and other problems.

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Unwrapping the health benefits of dark chocolate

Read full article: Unwrapping the health benefits of dark chocolate

If you’re looking for an excuse to indulge in a sweet treat, why not try some dark chocolate? It actually offers some health benefits.

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Global movement empowers children & adults to take eco-action

Read full article: Global movement empowers children & adults to take eco-action

A global movement started by two college students is now teaching children around the world to take real eco-action, from growing food to planting trees.

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Want a tick-free yard for your pet (and you)? Here’s what you should do

Read full article: Want a tick-free yard for your pet (and you)? Here’s what you should do

Consumer Reports has expert advice to help you and your pets stay safe from pesky pests like ticks.

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Which strength training method is best for you? Experts break down the options

Read full article: Which strength training method is best for you? Experts break down the options

When it comes to weight-resistance exercise, you can choose free weights such as dumbbells or barbells.

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What to know about Fourth of July holiday origins and traditions

Read full article: What to know about Fourth of July holiday origins and traditions

Fireworks are a cornerstone of America's Fourth of July celebrations, but that can make the spirited holiday dangerous.

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Rural hospitals brace for financial hits or even closure under Republicans' $1 trillion Medicaid cut

Read full article: Rural hospitals brace for financial hits or even closure under Republicans' $1 trillion Medicaid cut

States and rural health advocacy groups are sounding the alarm that Congress’ slashing of Medicaid will devastate already financially fragile rural hospitals.

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Foreign medical residents fill critical positions at US hospitals, but are running into visa issues

Read full article: Foreign medical residents fill critical positions at US hospitals, but are running into visa issues

Some hospitals in the U.S. are without essential staff because international medical residents set to start their training this week were delayed by the Trump administration’s travel and visa restrictions.

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Missouri judge again blocks many of the state's anti-abortion laws

Read full article: Missouri judge again blocks many of the state's anti-abortion laws

A Missouri judge has blocked many of the state's anti-abortion laws.

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EPA puts on leave 139 employees who spoke out against policies under Trump

Read full article: EPA puts on leave 139 employees who spoke out against policies under Trump

The Environmental Protection Agency has placed on administrative leave 139 employees who signed a so-called “declaration of dissent” against the federal agency's policies.

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Latin America’s top human rights court says states have duty to act on climate crisis

Read full article: Latin America’s top human rights court says states have duty to act on climate crisis

Latin America's top human rights court has issued a groundbreaking advisory opinion linking states’ human rights obligations to their duty to address climate change.

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Medicaid, food aid recipients worry about safety net cuts in bill sent to Trump

Read full article: Medicaid, food aid recipients worry about safety net cuts in bill sent to Trump

The nation's social safety net would face massive changes under a bill headed to President Donald Trump's desk.

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North Carolina governor vetoes anti-DEI and transgender rights bills, calling them 'mean-spirited'

Read full article: North Carolina governor vetoes anti-DEI and transgender rights bills, calling them 'mean-spirited'

North Carolina Gov. Josh Stein has vetoed three anti-DEI bills and another targeting transgender rights.

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Supreme Court rejects Montana's bid to revive parental consent law for minors' abortions

Read full article: Supreme Court rejects Montana's bid to revive parental consent law for minors' abortions

The Supreme Court won't hear a case involving a push to revive a law that minors must have their parents’ permission for an abortion in Montana.

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How to keep yourself, family safe when setting off fireworks at home

Read full article: How to keep yourself, family safe when setting off fireworks at home

The Fourth of July is Friday, and that means lots of food, fun and fireworks. If you’re planning to set off fireworks, it’s important to be careful.

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How pulse field ablation could have you walking hours after AFib surgery

Read full article: How pulse field ablation could have you walking hours after AFib surgery

People with AFib have a five-times increased risk of stroke compared to people without it, and the strokes can be more severe than strokes from other causes.

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House Republicans are ready to finish Trump’s big tax cuts bill after Democrat’s marathon speech

Read full article: House Republicans are ready to finish Trump’s big tax cuts bill after Democrat’s marathon speech

House Republicans have propelled President Donald Trump’s multitrillion-dollar tax breaks and spending cuts bill to final congressional passage.

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Fears in Massachusetts that Trump's bill could unravel health safety net

Read full article: Fears in Massachusetts that Trump's bill could unravel health safety net

In the state that served as the model for Obamacare, advocates and health care workers fear the Trump administration is dismantling the program piece-by-piece.

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FDA vaccine official restricted COVID vaccine approvals against the advice of agency staff

Read full article: FDA vaccine official restricted COVID vaccine approvals against the advice of agency staff

A top official at the Food and Drug Administration recently overruled government scientists on the availability of two COVID-19 vaccines.

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Nearly 368,000 pounds of Oscar Mayer turkey bacon recalled over possible listeria contamination

Read full article: Nearly 368,000 pounds of Oscar Mayer turkey bacon recalled over possible listeria contamination

The maker of Oscar Mayer turkey bacon is recalling nearly 368,000 pounds of the product because it may be contaminated with listeria bacteria.

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RSV vaccine access expanded to some people in their 50s, according to CDC website

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The Trump administration appears to be expanding RSV vaccinations to some adults starting at age 50 instead of 60.

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How an empty North Carolina rural hospital explains a GOP senator's vote against Trump's tax bill

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An empty hospital in Williamston, North Carolina, offers an evocative illustration of why Republican Sen. Thom Tillis would buck his party and its leaders to vote down President Trump’s signature domestic policy package.

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Wegovy and Zepbound prices fall, but access to the obesity drugs still isn’t guaranteed

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Prices are falling for the popular obesity treatments Wegovy and Zepbound, but steady access to the drugs remains challenging.

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