public health
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Ultraprocessed Foods Linked to Rising Premature Deaths Worldwide
A global study reveals a strong link between ultraprocessed food consumption and premature deaths, urging global action to reduce intake.
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Uganda Declares End to Latest Ebola Outbreak After 42 Days
Uganda officially declares the end of its latest Ebola outbreak, caused by the Sudan strain, after 42 days without new cases.
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Over 900 Measles Cases Reported in the US This Year Amid Vaccination Concerns
The US has reported over 900 measles cases this year, marking the highest early-year total since the 1990s. Vaccination gaps remain a key concern.
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US Faces Risk of Measles Resurgence Amid Declining Vaccination Rates
The US could see up to 51 million measles cases over 25 years if childhood vaccination rates continue to decline, a new study warns.
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Whooping Cough Cases Surge Amid Declining Vaccination Rates
Whooping cough cases are surging globally due to declining vaccination rates, posing severe risks to infants and vulnerable populations.
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RFK Jr. Proposes Phasing Out Synthetic Food Dyes Amid Health Concerns
RFK Jr. announces plans to phase out synthetic food dyes linked to health risks, sparking debate among industry stakeholders and health advocates.
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US Cancer Report 2025: Deaths Down, Incidence Varies Amid Pandemic Impact
The 2025 US Cancer Report shows continued mortality decline but mixed incidence trends by type/demographics, with COVID-19 impacting 2020 diagnoses. Disparities persist.
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Trump Administration Cuts STI Lab Funding Amid Syphilis Surge
The Trump administration has defunded a key STI research lab amid a sharp rise in syphilis cases, raising public health concerns.
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Intensive Blood Pressure Control Reduces Dementia Risk by 15%
A new study shows intensive blood pressure control reduces dementia risk by 15% and cognitive impairment by 16%, highlighting the importance of hypertension management.
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Understanding Breakthrough Measles Infections Despite Vaccination
Breakthrough measles infections, though rare, can occur even in fully vaccinated individuals due to factors like primary or secondary vaccine failure.
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US Measles Cases Reach 800 Amid 10 Active Outbreaks in 2025
The US reports 800 confirmed measles cases across 25 jurisdictions in 2025, with 10 active outbreaks and vaccination efforts underway.
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THC Potency in Marijuana: How It Has Evolved Over Decades
Marijuana’s THC levels have surged from under 1.5% in the 1980s to over 90% in modern products, raising health and regulatory concerns.
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Anti-Vaccine Activists Exploit Texas Measles Outbreak with False Bioweapon Claims
Anti-vaccine activists falsely claim a Texas measles outbreak is caused by a bioweapon, while selling pseudoscientific treatments for profit.
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FDA Turns to Contractors After Job Cuts Impact Safety Inspection Support
The FDA is hiring contractors to fill roles left vacant by recent job cuts, raising concerns about efficiency and public safety.
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Father of Unvaccinated Girl Who Died of Measles Sparks Controversy
The father of an unvaccinated girl who died of measles has made controversial claims, reigniting debates about vaccination policies and public health.