Health and wellness
FDA Approves Second Generic of Abortion Pill, Sparking Conservative Backlash
The FDA has approved a second generic version of mifepristone, fueling backlash from anti-abortion groups and GOP leaders even as medical evidence supports its safety. The decision underscores deep divisions over reproductive access and regulatory authority.
Brisk Walking May Significantly Boost Longevity and Health, Study Shows
New research suggests that incorporating a minimum of 15 minutes of brisk walking into a daily routine can provide substantial health benefits, including a significant reduction in the risk of premature death.
Turmoil at the CDC: Former Officials Raise Alarm on Public Health
A wave of high-profile resignations from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has raised serious alarms about the state of public health in the United States. The turmoil began with the abrupt firing of CDC Director Susan Monarez, who had reportedly clashed with Health Secretary Robert F.
As RFK Jr. Upends U.S. Public Health System, Trump Lends Unwavering Support
In a sweeping reshake of U.S. health agencies, Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has dismantled key institutions, curtailed vaccine access, and promoted controversial health theories—moves that have unsettled public health officials and drawn scrutiny from Capitol Hill.
Health Experts Advise Caution on Processed and Unprocessed Red Meats
Health organizations and research institutions are advising the public to be mindful of certain red meats due to links with health conditions such as heart disease and cancer. The most significant concerns are associated with processed meats, as well as high consumption of unprocessed red meats and those cooked at
New Drug Baxdrostat Shows Promise for Uncontrolled Hypertension
A new drug called baxdrostat is showing “exciting” results in clinical trials for treating people with hard-to-control high blood pressure. The drug works by targeting a specific hormone, offering a different approach for patients whose hypertension has not responded to existing medications.
Obamacare Price Projections Threaten Affordability for Millions
The cost of health insurance plans under the Affordable Care Act (ACA), widely known as Obamacare, is projected to rise significantly in 2026, threatening the affordability of coverage for millions of Americans.
FDA Limits COVID-19 Vaccine Authorization to High-Risk Groups, Excludes Healthy Children Under 5
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has revised its emergency use authorizations for updated COVID-19 vaccines, narrowing eligibility to seniors, immunocompromised individuals, and those with high-risk health conditions. The decision, announced on August 27, also revokes authorization for Pfizer’s vaccine in healthy children under the age of
CDC Director Susan Monarez Ousted After Trump Criticism Over COVID-19 Data
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump has dismissed Dr. Susan Monarez, the acting director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), following weeks of tension over how the agency reported COVID-19 data. The move marks another significant shake-up in federal health leadership during a sensitive period for U.S.
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