An FDA enforcement report reveals only 2.5% of the Cyclospora-tainted lettuce recalled by Taylor Farms went to Taco Bell, while Walmart's Marketside brand received nearly half.
Today
The Office actress says cancer has spread to bones; she is at peace and intends to continue working.
New report finds nearly 35% of U.S. counties are 'maternity care deserts,' with more than half lacking any labor and delivery hospital.
Study of Bundibugyo virus samples reveals previously unseen strain, indicating new transmission from animals rather than connection to earlier outbreaks.
Yesterday
England has met its 80% treatment target and seen deaths fall 36% in a decade, putting it among the first countries to potentially eradicate the virus.
Actor and whistleblower's late contact Douglas Gowan claimed PCB dumping caused clusters of rare cancers across Wales.
Joe Belgio claims raw oysters infected with E. coli and Plesiomonas caused cardiac arrest and anoxic brain damage.
Raw beef products shipped to Florida and Texas bypassed required USDA reinspection and are now subject to a Class 1 recall.
Louisiana Republican physician opposes executive order splitting measles, mumps and rubella vaccine into three separate shots.
Republican senators claim Fauci hid data on COVID vaccine risks to pregnant women; Trump signs executive order restructuring pediatric vaccine schedule.
NIH Director Jay Bhattacharya is quoted accusing Anthony Fauci of hiding an 82% miscarriage rate among vaccinated pregnant women, a claim critics call a smear.
Senators Johnson and Paul disclosed 2021 private messages where Fauci discussed theoretical miscarriage risks from mRNA vaccines in pregnant women.
Trump administration moves to close decades-old regulatory loophole allowing companies to self-certify ingredients as safe without FDA review.
The prepared food company pulled salsas, dips, and guacamole from major retailers after contaminated Mexican peppers linked to 345 infections.
The 'This Is Us' actor opens up about starting GLP-1 medication after decades of dieting, partnering with telehealth company Ro.
Sionna Therapeutics' experimental CF drug showed no added benefit when combined with Vertex's Trikafta blockbuster.
The daily GLP-1 tablet becomes the first European approval for Eli Lilly's oral weight-loss treatment, competing with Novo Nordisk's Wegovy.
Pentagon plans to screen service members for low testosterone as social media hype and influencers drive demand, but medical experts warn against overtreatment.
City Foods pastrami recall and Corte Argentino USA raw beef recall highlight food safety enforcement gaps.
Aug 9
Trump administration takes steps to strengthen oversight of GRAS ingredients that food companies have long added with minimal regulatory review.
Tel Aviv-based startup QuantHealth secures funding led by Qumra Capital to expand AI-driven drug development simulations.
HHS Secretary Kennedy and former FDA head Kessler warn that human biology cannot safely process modern food additives.
Passenger Rain McMillan Walmsey became unresponsive during flight from Dallas; cause of death deferred pending investigation.
Researchers raise questions about whether autism diagnostic criteria have become too broad, affecting meaningful diagnosis and treatment.
Dr. Jay Bhattacharya says "I trust the science" on vaccines as measles cases hit 35-year highs, contrasting with previous hesitancy from HHS leadership.
Order calls for spacing shots into separate visits and cutting recommended vaccines to 11 diseases despite no scientific evidence linking vaccines to autism.
Landmark UK study shows vaccinated girls aged 20–24 recorded zero cervical cancer deaths 2020–2024, with ~200 lives saved since 2008.
During heated interview, NIH director defends vaccination while dodging questions about Trump's autism-vaccine investigation order.
Children recovering from 2025 famine face renewed food crisis as UN warns of imminent emergency.
Research challenges decades of dietary advice favoring low-fat dairy, showing three daily servings pose no metabolic risk.
Delhi records 1,344 H1N1 infections compared to 229 last year, with doctors warning elderly and immunocompromised populations.
Research reveals connections between sleep duration, genetics, and brain aging markers associated with dementia.
Aug 8
India's health authorities activate emergency protocols as cases of the mosquito-borne virus rise to 39 across Gujarat and Rajasthan, with deaths predominantly among children.
University of Wisconsin-Madison study of 350+ papers suggests most sedentary people consume excess protein with negative health effects.
Cassandra Barksdale alleges a mislabeled tissue sample caused her to undergo cancer treatment she didn't need.
Pop star claims doctor injected excessive Botox, causing four-week drooping; urges caution on cosmetic procedures.
Region faces escalating dengue cases amid monsoon season; India clears Takeda's Qdenga vaccine for 2027 rollout.
Israeli researchers find sildenafil blocks cancer cell spread and report 26% higher five-year survival in patients who used the drug before diagnosis.
Two beaver attacks in two weeks at a Maryland state park prompt expanded closures and rabies investigation.
Health officials warn beachgoers to take precautions as Louisiana confirms nine cases with five deaths this year.
A 2023 sleep study suggests melatonin may harm next-day mental performance, though debate erupts over methodology and generalizability.
International review confirms rising ADHD diagnoses worldwide across all ages, while research highlights how hormonal changes unmask the condition in midlife women.
A personal essay advocates abandoning smartphones in the bathroom to allow the brain time for reflection and memory consolidation.
In BBC interview, Joe Biden's son reveals former president's prostate cancer has spread and is "very debilitating" despite continued public engagement.
Jurors hear from psychiatric experts about over-medication and underdiagnosis in the case of a Massachusetts mother accused of killing her three children.
Analysis of 49 imaging studies reveals damage to memory, emotion, and attention regions, offering insight into long-term neurological symptoms.
Aug 7
Fewer mosquitoes in western and Midwest states haven't meant less disease risk — drought is concentrating infected mosquitoes and birds around shrinking water sources.
US blogger requires surgery and faces long recovery after incident during live broadcast, family confirms.
CDC reports 94 new infections as outbreak spreads; panel to review loss of 26-year elimination designation in November.
Aug 6
State health officials warn of unusual spike in infections linked to warm seawater exposure.
An analysis of 9 million U.S. death certificates found taxi and ambulance drivers have the lowest Alzheimer's mortality of 443 occupations, reviving interest in hippocampus research on London cabbies.
Rising cases of contaminated food and illness outbreaks spark public alarm and political criticism.
Study: Normal Blood Pressure, No Diabetes, Not Smoking Linked to 13 Extra Dementia-Free Years
NYU Langone researchers find midlife vascular health factors associated with substantially delayed dementia onset in decades-long study.
CDC tracks drug-resistant fungus outbreak across U.S. healthcare facilities; experts warn of limited treatment options.
Aug 5
The agency reversed course on reviewing Moderna's shot after public outcry, approving it for adults 50 and older based on trial data showing 26.6% greater efficacy than standard vaccines.
NIOSH study finds 32.5% of veteran coal miners in central Appalachia tested positive for the incurable disease.
Australia records over 215 confirmed cases across five states; conservationists warn of mass mortality risk to endangered species.
Aug 4
Analysis of over 1,000 hospitalized patients links viral reactivation to intense illness and long COVID, even in people with healthy immune systems.
The produce supplier faces its second major outbreak in weeks, with jalapeños traced to a Mexican grower affecting 27 states.
Investigation of 600+ homes in Nebraska's largest residential Superfund site reveals 1 in 10 previously cleaned properties still exceed lead safety thresholds.