Health Archives

Parents can help their sons navigate the myriad changes during puberty by letting them know that no topic is off-limits for discussion.

You need to care more about your son’s health. This urologist explains why

December 3, 2024 4:13 am CNN Newsource

By Dr. Jamin Brahmbhatt, CNN (CNN) — As a urologist, I’ve spent my career talking to thousands of men about their health — even those who…

The final report from the House Select Subcommittee on the Coronavirus Pandemic summarizes two years of investigations.

House Covid-19 panel releases final report criticizing public health response to the pandemic

December 2, 2024 7:34 pm CNN Newsource

By Katherine Dillinger, CNN (CNN) — A Republican-led House committee investigating broad aspects of the Covid-19 pandemic and its effects in…

Visceral fat encases the organs deep in the body

Belly fat linked to signs of Alzheimer’s 20 years before symptoms begin, study says

December 2, 2024 2:29 pm CNN Newsource

By Sandee LaMotte, CNN (CNN) — As the size of a person’s belly grows, the memory center of their brain shrinks and beta amyloid and tau may…

The California Department of Food and Agriculture suspended the distribution of Raw Farm's raw milk products after bird flu was detected in samples of the milk.

California suspends distribution of Raw Farm raw milk products after bird flu detection

December 2, 2024 11:33 am CNN Newsource

By Jamie Gumbrecht, CNN (CNN) — Distribution of Raw Farm raw milk products has been suspended after bird flu virus was found in milk samples,…

Engine Life was co-founded by postdoctoral researcher Juthamas Ratanavaraporn (left) in 2021.

These scientists want to give patients medicines wrapped in silk

December 2, 2024 8:32 am CNN Newsource

By Rebecca Cairns, CNN (CNN) — For centuries, Thailand has produced premium silk fabrics, exported around the globe. However, biomedical…

Meg Tirrell says her glucose monitor initially made her anxious about deciding on a snack.

I don’t have diabetes, but I wore a glucose monitor for six weeks. Here’s what I learned about food (and anxiety)

December 2, 2024 5:47 am CNN Newsource

CNN By Meg Tirrell, CNN (CNN) — One day in September, I stood in front of my open refrigerator, ravenous but unable to figure out what I should…

Only about a third of children have gotten their flu shot this season and about 8% have received the updated Covid-19 shot

Respiratory illness season begins to ramp up now. Here’s what’s already starting to hit

December 2, 2024 4:00 am CNN Newsource

By Deidre McPhillips, CNN (CNN) — Despite a relatively slow start to respiratory disease season, low vaccination rates threaten that trend and…

It is important to prepare yourself and your children before handing them a smartphone.

A phone may be a magical gift for your child, and these rules can keep it from turning into a bad move

November 30, 2024 8:00 am CNN Newsource

By Madeline Holcombe, CNN (CNN) — Your child has been asking for one for so long, and the holiday season might be the time –– especially if…

SunFed Produce announced it's recalling fresh cucumbers distributed in the US and Canada after the US Food and Drug Administration notified it about illnesses from salmonella contamination.

Recalled cucumbers linked to multistate salmonella outbreak, health agencies warn

November 29, 2024 11:07 am CNN Newsource

By Jamie Gumbrecht, CNN (CNN) — Cucumbers distributed to more than two dozen US states and Canada are being recalled after 68 reported…

Nearly 82 million Americans are expected to travel over the Thanksgiving holiday

How long can a Thanksgiving buffet sit out? A doctor explains

November 29, 2024 9:53 am CNN Newsource

CNN By Katia Hetter, CNN (CNN) — Nearly 82 million Americans are expected to travel over the Thanksgiving holiday, including many of you. As…

The relationship between depression and period pain may be partly genetically driven

Study reveals ‘strong genetic connection’ between period pain and depression

November 29, 2024 7:00 am CNN Newsource

By Kristen Rogers, CNN (CNN) — Up to 90% of people who menstruate experience pain during their periods. For some, that pain is severe and…

Recalled Kirkland Signature eggs include the numbers 327 and P1363 on the carton and a use by date of January 5

Eggs sold at Costco recalled due to salmonella concerns

November 29, 2024 5:37 am CNN Newsource

By Hanna Park, CNN (CNN) — More than 10,000 cartons of organic eggs sold at Costco stores are being recalled due to concerns about potential…

Whether candles are a threat to your health depends on multiple factors

Are scented candles bad for you? What the science says

November 29, 2024 4:49 am CNN Newsource

By Kristen Rogers, CNN (CNN) — If you’re a candle lover, you have probably seen some brands offer soy or beeswax versions as natural…

I don’t have diabetes, but I wore a glucose monitor for six weeks. Here’s what I learned about food (and anxiety)

November 29, 2024 4:00 am CNN Newsource

By Meg Tirrell, CNN (CNN) — One day in September, I stood in front of my open refrigerator, ravenous but unable to figure out what I should…

Irregular sleep patterns may increase the risk of adverse cardiovascular events such as heart attacks

Irregular sleep patterns may raise risk of heart attack and stroke, study suggests

November 28, 2024 8:16 am CNN Newsource

By Jack Guy, CNN (CNN) — Sleeping and waking up at different times is associated with an increased risk of heart attack and stroke, even for…

Another recall was issued Wednesday for raw milk from Raw Farm LLC after bird flu was detected in the milk.

More testing underway after another California raw milk recall due to bird flu virus

November 28, 2024 4:45 am CNN Newsource

By Lex Harvey and Sam Tupper, CNN (CNN) — California health officials are warning not to drink another lot of raw milk from Fresno-based Raw…

You may not have everything you want or even need

It turns out gratitude is good for your health

November 28, 2024 4:00 am CNN Newsource

By David G. Allan, CNN (CNN) — Logically speaking, we should be in a perpetual state of gratitude. Most people who read this column, even if…

How long can a Thanksgiving buffet sit out? A doctor explains

November 27, 2024 1:18 pm CNN Newsource

By Katia Hetter, CNN (CNN) — Nearly 82 million Americans are expected to travel over the Thanksgiving holiday, including many of you. As family…

The US Department of Health and Human Services has announced a final rule removes clinical research requirements for kidney and liver transplants for people with HIV.

Kidney, liver transplants between people with HIV get green light under new HHS rule

November 27, 2024 1:04 pm CNN Newsource

By Jacqueline Howard, CNN (CNN) — People in the United States who have HIV and need kidney or liver transplants can now receive organs from…

Oregon Health Authority offers four simple steps to holiday food safety: Clean, separate, cook and chill

November 27, 2024 10:33 am KTVZ News Partners

PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) —The Oregon Health Authority is encouraging holiday cooks to keep their families, friends and Thanksgiving guests safe from…