The US is entering a riskier season for spread of H5N1 bird flu. Here’s why experts are worried
With the approach of fall and cooler weather across the United States, officials say the risk posed by the H5N1 bird flu virus could rise …
Twice-a-year injection reduced risk of HIV infection by 96%, drug company says — more than daily PrEP pill
A drug currently used to treat HIV has also been found to dramatically reduce the risk of infection, significantly more than the primary option available …
How changing this one play may reduce football head injuries
From the very first play this season, NFL football has looked a lot different. The league has dramatically changed its kickoff rules in an effort …
Lead, arsenic and other heavy metals in tampons prompt FDA investigation
The US Food and Drug Administration announced Tuesday that it will examine the potential harm to women of heavy metals such as lead and arsenic …
White House announces rule that would cut insurance red tape over mental health and substance use disorder care
The Biden administration announced a final rule on Monday meant to expand access and lower costs for care for mental health and substance use disorders. Most …
Women will soon be notified about their breast density after a mammogram. Here’s what that means
Having dense breasts can put women at higher risk of breast cancer and make it more difficult to spot cancer on a mammogram, but many …
Study shows how the pandemic may have affected teens’ brains
The pandemic’s effects on teenagers were profound — numerous studies have documented reports of issues with their mental health, social lives and more. Now, a …
First on CNN: US faces maternity care crisis, with 1 in 3 counties lacking obstetric doctors to provide care, report warns
The United States is facing an ongoing maternity health crisis in which 1 in every 3 counties does not have a single obstetric clinician, affecting …
After cases from music festival, Valley fever risk continues through the fall, California health officials warn
After nearly 20 cases of Valley fever were identified after a summer music festival in California, state health officials are warning that risk from the …
Dozens of people sick across several states in salmonella outbreak linked to recalled eggs
Sixty-five people in nine states have been sickened by a salmonella outbreak linked to recalled eggs, the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said …