The US should prepare for a predictable Southern summer surge of Covid-19, Birx says
By Hannah Sarisohn, CNN The US should prepare for a possible summer surge of Covid-19 cases across Southern states, former White House Coronavirus…
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Canadian doctors are prescribing free passes to national parks to treat patients
By Alaa Elassar, CNN Much has been said about the healing power of nature. Now, some medical professionals in Canada are increasingly prescribing it.…
Continue ReadingChronic diseases are more likely to develop in these groups of people with anxiety and depression
CNN By Megan Marples, CNN Women of all ages and younger men with certain mood disorders are more likely to develop certain chronic illnesses,…
Continue ReadingBaby formula maker under investigation by FDA and CDC to release certain products on a case-by-case basis
By John Bonifield, CNN A baby formula maker under investigation by federal agencies for reports of consumer complaints and infant illness will…
Continue ReadingCDC releases new clinical details in cases of unusual hepatitis in children
By Deidre McPhillips, CNN The US Centers of Disease Control and Prevention continues to investigate cases of acute hepatitis with unknown causes…
Continue ReadingShould parents finally celebrate that there may be a vaccine for young children?
By Katia Hetter, CNN What should parents know about the Moderna vaccine results? How soon could vaccines be available for young kids? Where should…
Continue ReadingFewer than 1 in 5 US parents say they’ll get Covid-19 vaccines for kids under 5 as soon as they can, survey finds
CNN By Virginia Langmaid, CNN US children under 5 are getting closer to authorized Covid-19 vaccines, but most parents may be reluctant to actually…
Continue ReadingHow soon Covid-19 shots for younger kids could come and what parents need to know now
By Jacqueline Howard, CNN Covid-19 vaccines could be authorized for the United States’ youngest children as early as June, according to the US…
Continue ReadingBack to the doctor’s office? Here’s what’s next for telehealth after the pandemic
By Tasnim Ahmed, CNN It all started with a toothache. That’s what brought Gary Poteat into the doctor’s office. But several appointments…
Continue ReadingCDC confirms case of bird flu in Colorado man but says the public health risk assessment remains low
By Katherine Dillinger, CNN A case of influenza A(H5), also known as H5 bird flu, has been confirmed in a man in Colorado who had direct exposure to…
Continue ReadingWhistleblower alerted FDA to alleged safety lapses at baby formula plant months before recalls, complaint shows
By Brenda Goodman and Jacqueline Howard, CNN A former employee of Abbott Nutrition documented his concerns that the company was hiding safety…
Continue ReadingFDA proposes ban on menthol cigarettes and flavored cigars
By Jen Christensen, CNN The US Food and Drug Administration proposed on Thursday a rule to ban menthol cigarettes and flavored cigars. “Through…
Continue ReadingModerna seeks emergency use authorization for Covid-19 vaccine for children ages 6 months through 5 years
CNN By Brenda Goodman, CNN Moderna is seeking emergency use authorization from the US Food and Drug Administration for its Covid-19 vaccine for…
Continue ReadingModerna seeks emergency use authorization for Covid-19 vaccine for children ages 6 months through 5 years
By Brenda Goodman, CNN Moderna is seeking emergency use authorization from the US Food and Drug Administration for its Covid-19 vaccine for children…
Continue ReadingBan on menthol cigarettes and flavored cigars could save hundreds of thousands of lives, experts say
By Jen Christensen, CNN The US Food and Drug Administration is expected to announce a proposed rule this week to ban menthol from cigarettes, as well…
Continue ReadingWisconsin investigating 4 cases of unusual hepatitis in children, including one death
By Brenda Goodman, CNN Health officials in Wisconsin are investigating four cases of children with significant unexplained liver damage, including…
Continue ReadingVirtual meetings can crush creativity, new study finds
By Katie Hunt, CNN Collaboration has been behind some of humanity’s greatest achievements — the Beatles’ biggest hits, putting a…
Continue ReadingThe US is in ‘transition phase’ of pandemic, Fauci says
CNN By Naomi Thomas and Brenda Goodman, CNN The United States is “certainly, right now, in this country, out of the pandemic phase,” Dr.…
Continue Reading‘Perfect storm’ of disease ahead with vaccines delayed and measles cases up, WHO and UNICEF say
By Virginia Langmaid, CNN The World Health Organization and the United Nations International Children’s Emergency Fund warned of an increased…
Continue Reading‘Perfect storm’ of disease ahead with vaccines delayed and measles cases up, WHO and UNICEF say
CNN, PFIZER, MODERNA, STANFORD MEDICINE By Virginia Langmaid, CNN The World Health Organization and the United Nations International Children’s…
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