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The CDC Now Says Healthy Kids Don't Need Covid Shots. Is That True? Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced the change on X on Tuesday, citing a lack of data to support shots for healthy children. The move echoes his longstanding skepticism about the need to vaccinate children against the virus.
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COVID vaccines are no longer recommended for healthy children and pregnant women, Kennedy says No one from the CDC was in the video, and CDC officials referred questions about the announcement to Kennedy and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. No other details were ...
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8 of the healthiest protein bars, according to nutrition experts Some protein bars are made from whole-food ingredients such as nuts, fruits, oats and seeds. Others contain so much sugar, fat and artificial additives that they can seem like glorified candy bars, said Julia Zumpano, a registered dietitian with the ...
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Study Finds a Steep Drop in Mothers' Mental Health The surgeon general's report led the researchers behind the new study to begin analyzing data from nearly 200,000 mothers who participated in the National Survey of Children's Health — an annual survey of households with children up to age 17.
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US Will No Longer Recommend Covid Shots for Children and Pregnant Women The Covid vaccine will no longer be recommended for healthy children or healthy pregnant women, ending a pandemic-era policy aimed at protecting all Americans from the coronavirus. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced the new policy on ...
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NICE Approves Sparsentan for Kidney Disease Treatment The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence has recommended sparsentan (Filspari, Vifor Pharma) for treating primary immunoglobulin A nephropathy in adults. The recommendation reverses NICE's February decision to reject NHS funding for the ...
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Measles cases seem to be slowing down in the US. What's behind it? Katherine Wells, director of public health for the in Lubbock, Texas, told ABC News. Increase in vaccination. The CDC currently recommends that people receive two vaccine doses, the first at ages 12 ...
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Collin County reports third measles case. Here's where the person was and when. Collin County Health Care Services didn't say how old the patient is or where they live. Possible measles exposure locations and dates: 24 Hour Fitness, 1601 North Hardin Blvd ...
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New Texas bill makes it easier to request vaccine exemptions Medical Rundown: This week's top headlinesABC News medical contributor Alok Patel discusses the measles outbreak as it surpasses 1,000 cases for the first time in 5 years, according to the CDC.
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Belly Fat May Be an Independent Risk Factor for Psoriasis, Study Suggests The established role of obesity in psoriatic disease remains to be clearly defined. · Among 25 different measures of adiposity, abdominal fat was significantly associated with a risk for psoriasis. · This association was particularly notable for women.
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Iowa, Nebraska announce first measles cases Though measles activity continues to decline in a large outbreak centered in West Texas, other states continue to report a small but steady stream of infections, including the first detections of the year from Iowa and Nebraska.
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A new COVID variant is sweeping through China. Here's what to know about NB.1.8.1 As of Tuesday, May 27, less than 20 cases of NB.1.8.1 had been reported in the U.S., a CDC spokesperson told USA TODAY. This figure is too low to be added to the CDC's COVID Data Tracker dashboard, the spokesperson added, though they did not clarify what ...
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Kent 'perfect place' for new mosquitos to enter UK A virology researcher says Kent is a "perfect place" for new mosquito species to become established in the UK. Professor Jonathan Ball from the Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine told BBC Radio Kent that more exotic mosquito species are making "a ...
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RFK Jr. says COVID shots no longer recommended for kids, pregnant women "I couldn't be more pleased to announce that as of today the COVID vaccine for healthy children and healthy pregnant women has been removed from the CDC recommended immunization schedule," Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced ...
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Amid measles outbreak, Texas lawmakers vote to make school vaccine exemptions easier But even as the outbreak slows, a bill approved by state lawmakers and sent to Republican Gov. Greg Abbott would make it significantly easier for parents to enroll their children in school without standard vaccinations for diseases such as measles, ...
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WHO adds NB.1.8.1 as SARS-CoV-2 variant under monitoring A modeling study of vaccination in the 19 low- and middle-income countries that have not introduced rubella-containing vaccines (RCVs) estimates that rolling out these vaccines could prevent 986,000 cases of congenital rubella syndrome (CRS) in the next 30 ...
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Preschool BMI Can Predict Childhood Obesity Risk By Dennis Thompson HealthDay ReporterWEDNESDAY, May 28, 2025 (HealthDay News) — Preschoolers who don't naturally lose weight are more likely to develop full-fledged childhood obesity by age 9, a new study says. Most kids tend to see their body-mass ...
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Rising Cancer Cases in Young Women Prompt Call to Action "[C]ancer research, treatment, and even our supportive care is still tailored primarily to older patients," Dr Rugo pointed out. "We need to rethink our approach in responding to cancers in our younger women patients, and in women before they develop ...
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The latest COVID strain, NB 1.8.1, is an Omicron variant. Here's all you need to know Between measles and bird flu, there is no shortage of outbreaks to monitor. But experts suggest adding another to your radar: the latest strain of COVID, NB 1.8.1, which is surging in China and has been detected by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control ...
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Cambodia reports 11-year-old boy is country's fourth bird flu death this year PHNOM PENH, Cambodia -- An 11-year-old boy in Cambodia died from bird flu, the country's fourth victim of four confirmed cases of the infection this year, the Health Ministry announced Wednesday. The ministry issued a statement saying laboratory tests ...
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Texas 'cautiously optimistic' as measles spread slows, cases rise by one to 729 The state recorded 729 cases of measles on Tuesday, one more since its last update on Friday. Keep up with the latest medical breakthroughs and healthcare trends with the Reuters Health Rounds newsletter. Sign up ...
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Mental health report on treatment of black people Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust commissioned the report as part of a programme addressing inequalities in local mental health services. A statement from co-CEOs of Mind in Berkshire, Jess Willsher and Joel Rose, said ...
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One researcher shares her experience studying and living with bipolar disorder Kay Redfield Jamison is one of those people. She's also a professor of psychiatry at the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine and has written extensively about the topic, from medical textbooks to personal memoirs. In fact, ...
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How carrying spuds and playing Wordle are signs of good health You can test grip strength by taking note of everyday tasks: is opening bottles, carrying groceries or using tools becoming harder? Photo: Getty Images. More from. UL. UL. Analysis: If you can balance on one leg while brushing your teeth, ...
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Measles outbreak update: US case count climbs slightly to 1046, Indiana's outbreak ends (AP) — The U.S. saw a small increase in measles cases last week, an indicator that outbreaks are slowing down, though exposures at a busy airport in Colorado and a Shakira concert in New Jersey are keeping public health experts on their toes.
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First confirmed case of measles in Charlottesville, the second in Virginia this year Measles is a highly contagious, preventable disease that spreads through the air when an infected person coughs, sneezes or even simply breathes. Logo reads "Short & Important". So far ...
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People in Charlottesville area may have been exposed to measles CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (WVIR) - The Charlottesville area is currently warning people who might be at risk of measles. The Virginia Department of Health (VDH) just confirmed its second case this year,. This time, a teenager in central Virginia.
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Health department warns of severe symptoms as whooping cough spreads in Oscoda County DHD2 said whooping cough, also known as pertussis, is a very contagious disease and is spread easily just by coughing, sneezing or touching things that are contaminated.
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Measles exposure reported in Collin County, health officials say "Measles is a highly contagious disease that can be transmitted from person-to-person through the air or contaminated surfaces," Health Care Services said. "Measles can remain in the air for up to two hours after an infected person has left the area.
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GPs need to engage with obesity management as weight-loss jabs are rolled out, say researchers A systematic analysis of trial data of GLP-1RA treatments found that semaglutide and tirzepatide led to an average weight loss of 16kg, but once participants stopped taking them, weight returned to baseline by 1.7 years.
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Fact: You could be inhaling nearly 70000 plastic particles annually, here's what it means for your health Microplastics and nanoplastics are increasingly common in urban atmospheric particulate matter, posing significant health risks through environmental exposure and inhalation. Experts warn that urgent attention is needed to understand their distribution and ...
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Hope Starts With Us: Treasuring Moms' Mental Health In this episode, guest host Barb Solish, NAMI's National Director of Innovation, is joined by Kate Kennedy-Lynch, NAMI Director of External Relations, and Alessandra Torresani, actress, podcast host, and NAMI Ambassador.
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4 cooking oils that should be completely avoided to prevent heart attacks As per experts, these oils contain artificial trans fats and are strongly linked to increased LDL (bad) cholesterol and decreased HDL (good) cholesterol, elevating heart disease risk. As per a study by the ...
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Poultry at Hickman's Family Farms tests positive for avian flu MARICOPA COUNTY, AZ — The Arizona Department of Agriculture says poultry at a Maricopa County commercial farm have tested positive for avian flu. The birds reportedly began showing signs of avian influenza last week, prompting samples ...
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Tips for protecting your skin Licensed aesthetician, Tiffany Underwood, joins ATL Live to share tips you should know about protecting your skin, what symptoms and signs to look out for, and treatment options for those who have experienced skin damage.
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New Imaging Triples Dense Breast Cancer Detection Breast density refers to the proportion of glandular and fibrous connective tissue relative to fatty tissue as seen on mammography. Dense breasts contain more glandular and fibrous tissue and less fatty tissue.
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9 Foods That Can Actually Boost Your Mood Certain nutrients have an impact on your mood. · Omega-3 fatty acids: These "healthy: fats, found in foods like salmon and walnuts, have anti-inflammatory properties that support brain health. · Tryptophan: · Magnesium: · B vitamins: · Zinc: · Vitamin E: ...
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ADHD diagnosis life-changing but long waits on the NHS need urgent action New poll of 2,579 adults in England highlights that attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) diagnosis can change people's lives. Yet long waits for assessments put people with suspected ADHD off seeking professional care.
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Prior COVID-19 vaccination provides strong protection against emerging variants The research team examined antibody responses to Delta and Omicron infections in people who were either unvaccinated or vaccinated against the original SARS-CoV-2 virus. They found that overall antibody production for the Delta and ...
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Scientists May Have Discovered What Microplastics Do to the Human Brain The scientific papers dive into recent research surrounding microplastics in the brain, along with the potential impact on mental health. One paper hypothesizes that microplastic exposure from ultra-processed foods is contributing to the growth of a range ...
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New technology helping to support many battling breast cancer In 2024, in the U.S. alone, doctors will diagnose an estimated 310,000 women with invasive breast cancer. When it comes to battling the disease, patients undergo intense treatments, often with painful side effects.
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Doctor on Hepatitis A after exposure warning issued at Mass. eatery Hearst Television participates in various affiliate marketing programs, which means we may get paid commissions on editorially chosen products purchased through our links to retailer sites. ©2025, Hearst Television Inc. on behalf of WCVB ...
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Untreated mental health disorders during pregnancy carry risks for moms and babies Mental health struggles, like anxiety and depression are the most common complications of pregnancy. For many women, these manifest in the months after giving birth — a condition known as postpartum depression. But for others, symptoms can begin ...
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Curiosity underlies a breakthrough in rare disease But it also sends a critical message about the value of fundamental and translational scientific research. The work that led to this breakthrough, using "genetic scissors" to repair a faulty gene, began in laboratories pursuing basic ...
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Mental health among US mothers declines sharply between 2016 and 2023 Conducted by researchers at the Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health, the study also found modest but measurable declines in self-reported physical health during the same period. This large-scale analysis examined data ...
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How to improve ADHD support for people Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental condition characterised by difficulties with concentration, energy levels, impulsiveness, or a person's ability to manage their time. Recently, there has been a massive ...
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Original COVID-19 vaccination did not stop immune system from fighting variants, finds study The paper, titled "Intrinsic immunogenicity is a major determinant of type-specific responses in post-vaccination SARS-CoV-2 infections," could inform future vaccine development efforts and help set vaccination and booster strategies.
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Avian Influenza detection at a second commercial farm in Maricopa County Poultry at a second commercial farm located in Maricopa County have tested positive for Avian Influenza. When the poultry began showing clinical signs consistent with avian influenza on May 21, 2025, samples from the location were submitted to the ...
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Hypertension and cardiovascular disease: silent killers in our midst The thin inner lining of the blood vessels, called the endothelium, is an important endocrine organ regulating the body's metabolism, immune response, inflammation, coagulation, and blood flow. By caring for the health of our blood vessels we are ...
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New contagious COVID-19 variant now circulating in CA, health experts warn: Here's what to know SAN FRANCISCO -- Scientists at Stanford have detected a new COVID variant that experts say is already evident in wastewater samples in California, even as access to vaccines is restricted. COVID-19 is still evolving and scientists are keeping close ...
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