FDA rescinds marketing ban on Juul vaping products
By Carma Hassan and Jen Christensen, CNN (CNN) — The US Food and Drug Administration announced Thursday it had rescinded marketing denial…
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Common low-calorie sweetener linked to heart attack and stroke, study finds
By Sandee LaMotte, CNN (CNN) — A low-calorie sweetener called xylitol used in many reduced-sugar foods and consumer products such as gum and…
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First-ever human case of H5N2 bird flu reported in Mexico, WHO says
By Brenda Goodman, CNN (CNN) — Even as the United States grapples with an outbreak of H5N1 flu in dairy cattle, the World Health Organization…
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First national look at H5N1 bird flu in wastewater suggests limited spread in US
By Brenda Goodman, CNN (CNN) — Results from recent wastewater testing across the US suggests that H5N1 bird flu may not be as widespread as…
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Study finds the rate of withdrawal from quitting antidepressants
By Kristen Rogers, CNN (CNN) — Antidepressants can do wonders for persistent mental health problems. But some people may be reluctant to take…
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FDA vaccine advisers vote unanimously in favor of updated Covid-19 shot for fall
By Jen Christensen, CNN (CNN) — Another new version of the Covid-19 vaccine will probably be coming this fall. The US Food and Drug…
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More than 160 sickened in salmonella outbreak potentially linked to recalled cucumbers
By Jamie Gumbrecht, CNN (CNN) — Recalled cucumbers might be linked to a multistate salmonella outbreak that has sickened more than 160 people.…
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CNN Editorial Research (CNN) — Here’s a look at avian flu. Avian influenza, also called avian flu or bird flu, is an illness that usually…
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CNN Editorial Research (CNN) — Here is some background information about stem cells. Scientists believe that stem cell research can be used to…
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CNN Editorial Research (CNN) — Here’s a look at the origins, treatments and global response to HIV and AIDS. Facts HIV stands for human…
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Shaving? Wax? At home laser? Experts share the best way to remove your hair for the summer
By Madeline Holcombe, CNN (CNN) — With hotter weather often comes more skin showing—and for many that means increased sense of pressure to…
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A long-awaited birth control option for men may be closer to reality
By Brenda Goodman, CNN (CNN) — After decades of false starts, researchers say they are finally making progress on a long-acting and reversible…
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FDA advisers vote against first MDMA therapy to treat PTSD
By Deidre McPhillips, CNN (CNN) — A federal advisory committee on Tuesday voted overwhelmingly against of the use of MDMA, commonly known as…
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How internet addiction may affect your teen’s brain, according to a new study
CNN By Kristen Rogers, CNN (CNN) — Teens who spend lots of time on social media have complained of feeling like they can’t pay attention to…
Continue Reading How internet addiction may affect your teen’s brain, according to a new study
By Kristen Rogers, CNN (CNN) — Teens who spend lots of time on social media have complained of feeling like they can’t pay attention to more…
Continue Reading Boys on the fringe of society aren’t so different from yours, this boy mom says
By Shannon Carpenter, CNN (CNN) — I know I’m not the only parent who has lost sleep worrying about the future of my sons. My 16-year-old has…
Continue Reading More than half of US adults will have cardiovascular disease by 2050, research finds
By Jen Christensen, CNN (CNN) — About 61% of US adults will have cardiovascular disease by 2050, new research from the American Heart…
Continue Reading US has the highest rate of maternal deaths among high-income nations. Norway has zero
By Jacqueline Howard, CNN (CNN) — The United States continues to have a higher rate of women dying in pregnancy, childbirth or postpartum…
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Don’t drink before your nap on the plane. It could hurt you now and later
By Madeline Holcombe, CNN (CNN) — The “fasten seat belt” sign is off, and the time for a nap on your flight is on. You grab your neck…
Continue Reading Fresh cucumbers recalled due to salmonella contamination risk
By Jamie Gumbrecht, CNN (CNN) — Fresh cucumbers sold in 14 states have been recalled due to possible contamination with salmonella.…
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