This year’s flu is spreading across New York. Officials say get the vaccine
Influenza Vaccine. Photo: AJ Cann, Creative Commons, some rights reserved Dec 04, 2025 — State health officials say…
Study finds Shingles vaccine may reduce risk of Dementia
A new study suggests the shingles vaccine may lower the likelihood of developing dementia as well as slow…
Who are the companies vying to join Texas’ medical marijuana program?
AUSTIN – The first crop of cannabis companies in line for new THC dispensary licenses in Texas’ expanded…
Aluminium is crucial to vaccines — and safe. Why are US advisers debating it?
Many childhood vaccines contain small amounts of aluminium to boost the immune response. Credit: Getty When US vaccine…
‘Are mental health problems overdiagnosed?’ is the wrong question
The sharp rise in mental health diagnoses among young people has ignited a polarizing debate. Many identify global…
Ex-CDC official returns to local work, says federal agencies failing
Demetre Daskalakis likens his former colleagues at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to “hostages.” “They’re sitting…
San Francisco sues Coca-Cola, Nestle and others over ultraprocessed foods
The city of San Francisco filed a lawsuit against some of the nation’s top food manufacturers on Tuesday,…
What to know about ACIP’s vote on hepatitis B vaccine
NEW YORK (AP) — A federal vaccine advisory committee this week is expected to discuss whether newborns should…
Ozempic is great for weight loss — but losing muscle is a side effect to watch out for
We’re used to seeing Serena Williams on our TVs, muscles flexing, smashing a tennis ball past her opponent.…
Worcester health official sounds alarm over mpox cases in city
WORCESTER – The city’s medical director is concerned that segments of the city’s homeless population could become susceptible…
Food expert Marion Nestle on calories, corruption, and shredded wheat
Marion Nestle doesn’t understand why people are so obsessed with her diet. Yes, she’s one of the world’s…
France wants to end free health care for foreign pensioners – POLITICO
Under French law, non-working citizens from outside the EU who have a long-stay visa and can prove they…