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Date: 2025/02/27 - 01:33
Child Dies of Measles in Texas, Low Vaccination Rates Driving the Outbreak
An unvaccinated child has died of measles in Texas, the first measles death in the U.S. since 2015. At least 124 people have contracted measles in Texas since the outbreak began in January. Most adults don't need to be revaccinated against measles, but some groups may wish to consider a booster.
Date: 2025/02/26 - 02:00
Bird Flu Spread to Humans May Be a Few Mutations Away, but Overall Risk Is Low
The CDC reported several new asymptomatic human cases of bird flu, suggesting the virus may be silently spreading and potentially a few mutations away from human-to-human transmission.
Date: 2025/02/25 - 02:00
HHS' New Definitions of ‘Sex,’ ‘Man’ and ‘Woman’ Defy Science, Experts Say
HHS secretary RFK Jr. issued new sex-based definitions that exclude gender, which experts say goes against science. The move aligns with the Trump administration's ongoing initiatives to recognize only two sexes: male and female.
Date: 2025/02/24 - 18:31
2 out of 25 lifestyle and environmental factors affect aging the most, study finds
Scientists found that out of 25 lifestyle and environmental factors, including smoking status, physical activity, and living conditions, two have the most influence on how we age.
Date: 2025/02/20 - 20:32
Heavy Smoking Linked to Unexplained Stroke in Young Adults, Study Finds
Researchers say the risk of an unexplained stroke is higher in younger adults who smoke, especially males and people ages 45 to 49. People who smoke the equivalent of 20 packs or more per year have even higher stroke risks.
Date: 2025/02/19 - 17:31
Drug for diabetes and kidney disease may also lower heart attack, stroke risks
An FDA-approved medication already used to treat people who have type 2 diabetes and chronic kidney disease may also help lower their stroke and heart attack risk, a new study has found.
Date: 2025/02/17 - 20:00
Federal Judges Block Executive Orders Targeting Trans People: What to Know
Federal judges temporarily halted executive orders issued by President Trump targeting the transgender community. Health agencies restored deleted webpages with DEI language and gender affirming care for trans minors will resume. An executive order barring trans girls and women from playing sports is still under litigation.
Date: 2025/02/14 - 01:00
CDC Highest Number of Flu Cases in 15 Years. Here’s How to Protect Yourself
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that flu cases in the United States this season are at their highest levels since the 2009–2010 swine flu. For the first time, the death rate for the flu is higher than the mortality rate for COVID-19.