What should people know about the new coronavirus variant? A doctor explains.
By Katia Hetter, CNN (CNN) — There is a new coronavirus variant in town. KP.2, a member of the so-called FliRT variants, nicknamed after…
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Blood test to detect colon cancer could move a step closer to FDA approval in the US
By Jacqueline Howard, CNN (CNN) — To screen for colon and rectal cancers, most people have colonoscopies, which can feel invasive and require…
Continue ReadingBird flu reported in Michigan farm worker is second human case linked with ongoing outbreak
By Katherine Dillinger, CNN (CNN) — A case of H5 influenza, also known as avian influenza or bird flu, has been reported in a farm worker in…
Continue ReadingHealthy diets with only 10% ultraprocessed foods may raise risk of cognitive decline, stroke
By Sandee LaMotte, CNN (CNN) — Eating more ultraprocessed foods is linked to a higher risk of cognitive decline and stroke, even if a person is…
Continue ReadingProtect your pets from wildfire smoke with these tips
By Rachel Ramirez and Kristen Rogers, CNN (CNN) — More than 100 fires are burning across Canada, with some wildfires forcing evacuations and…
Continue ReadingWastewater monitoring in Texas picked up an early signal of the bird flu outbreak
By Brenda Goodman, CNN (CNN) — In early March, Dr. Blake Hanson and his colleagues at the Texas Epidemic Public Health Institute were preparing…
Continue ReadingFish oil supplements may raise risk of stroke, heart issues, study suggests
By Sandee LaMotte, CNN (CNN) — As an excellent source of heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids, daily fish oil supplements are a popular way to…
Continue ReadingTiny plastic shards found in human testicles, study says
By Sandee LaMotte, CNN (CNN) — Human testicles contain microplastics and nanoplastics at levels three times higher than animal testes and human…
Continue ReadingSarin Fast Facts
CNN Editorial Research (CNN) — Here’s some background information about sarin, a man-made nerve agent developed for chemical warfare. Facts…
Continue ReadingHorrific nightmares may signal initial onset of these chronic diseases, study says
By Sandee LaMotte, CNN (CNN) — The nightmares are intense and often horrifying, sometimes lasting well into the day. “There’s a serial…
Continue ReadingMany people using GLP-1s for weight loss stop treatment too soon, research shows, and results are not one-size-fits-all
By Deidre McPhillips, CNN (CNN) — Demand for Wegovy and other GLP-1 drugs used to treat obesity and diabetes has skyrocketed, but a new report…
Continue ReadingHow teens view social media’s impact on their mental health
By Kristen Rogers, CNN (CNN) — A new report details the role social media plays in the lives of young people, and how they manage the various…
Continue ReadingCDC urges meningococcal disease vaccination ahead of Hajj travel
By Jen Christensen, CNN (CNN) — The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is urging doctors to be on the lookout for potentially deadly…
Continue ReadingHow to remove ticks and what to know about these bloodsuckers
By Kate Golembiewski, CNN (CNN) — Maybe you spotted one crawling up your leg after a hike through tall grass or felt one on your dog’s back…
Continue ReadingCannabis poisonings among older adults have tripled, study finds
By Kristen Rogers, CNN (CNN) — One may think young people are the main group enjoying the freedom of legalized weed, but in Canada, the…
Continue ReadingWhat is BORG drinking, and why is it a dangerous trend? An expert explains
By Terry Ward, CNN (CNN) — If you’ve been to a party lately and haven’t seen someone drinking a BORG, you’re likely not partying with…
Continue ReadingAfter a child’s death, California weighs rules for phys ed during extreme weather
By Samantha Young, KFF Health News LAKE ELSINORE, Calif. (KFF Health News) — Yahushua Robinson was an energetic boy who jumped and danced his…
Continue ReadingMoms with HIV can breastfeed if taking treatment and virus is undetectable, pediatricians’ group says
By Jacqueline Howard, CNN (CNN) — Each time LaTonya looks at framed photos of herself breastfeeding her baby son for the first time, she swells…
Continue ReadingPeople using popular drugs for weight loss, diabetes are more likely to be diagnosed with stomach paralysis, studies find
By Brenda Goodman, CNN (CNN) — Injected medications that treat diabetes and obesity increase the risk of a rare but serious side effect:…
Continue ReadingHow a gene test could be the first step toward precision medicine for obesity
By Brenda Goodman, CNN (CNN) — One of the big mysteries with popular GLP-1 medications for weight loss is why some people will lose 20% or more…
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