Novavax COVID-19 vaccine: FDA authorizes new shot for adults
Novavax makes a more traditional type of shot than the three other COVID-19 vaccines available for use in the U.S. -- and one that’s already available in Europe and multiple other countries.
Novavax makes a more traditional type of shot than the three other COVID-19 vaccines available for use in the U.S. -- and one that’s already available in Europe and multiple other countries.
Video game players show increased brain activity, decision-making skills, study says
The study found the video game players were better than non-players in both speed and accuracy of responses.
The study found the video game players were better than non-players in both speed and accuracy of responses.
Here’s how much it costs to have a baby in the US, analysis finds
The jarring figures don't include any spending on the baby after he or she is born.
The jarring figures don't include any spending on the baby after he or she is born.
NIH: Exposure to ‘forever chemicals’ found in food packaging can lead to premature births
Currently, there are few guidelines about what levels of harmful chemicals are found in food packaging, if any, and if they are potentially harmful. Scientists say it’s time for a change.
Currently, there are few guidelines about what levels of harmful chemicals are found in food packaging, if any, and if they are potentially harmful. Scientists say it’s time for a change.
Fentanyl risk from $1 bill? Drug safety expert dispels myths about second-hand exposure
In a viral Facebook post, a Kentucky woman says she had to be hospitalized after picking up a dollar bill from the ground that she thinks was laced with the drug fentanyl.
In a viral Facebook post, a Kentucky woman says she had to be hospitalized after picking up a dollar bill from the ground that she thinks was laced with the drug fentanyl.
Florida's new abortion law to remain in effect amid court battle
A new Florida law preventing abortions after 15 weeks of pregnancy will remain in effect while a legal battle plays out.
A new Florida law preventing abortions after 15 weeks of pregnancy will remain in effect while a legal battle plays out.
Prevalence of autism spectrum disorder among US children continues to rise, study suggests
The study estimated that the prevalence of autism spectrum disorder among U.S. kids was 3.14% as of 2020. Meanwhile, there has been more awareness and a wider availability of services.
The study estimated that the prevalence of autism spectrum disorder among U.S. kids was 3.14% as of 2020. Meanwhile, there has been more awareness and a wider availability of services.
Clearwater doctor using new artificial intelligence-powered test to help spot early signs of dementia
Brain tests for memory are stepping into the 21st century through an artificial intelligence-powered test to spot early signs of dementia and Alzheimer’s disease. A Clearwater doctor is among the few in the country using the tech for her patients.
Brain tests for memory are stepping into the 21st century through an artificial intelligence-powered test to spot early signs of dementia and Alzheimer’s disease. A Clearwater doctor is among the few in the country using the tech for her patients.
Doctors 'must' provide abortion if life of mother is at stake, Biden admin insists
The Biden administration said Monday that federal law on emergency treatment guidelines preempts state laws in jurisdictions that now ban abortion procedures without any exceptions.
The Biden administration said Monday that federal law on emergency treatment guidelines preempts state laws in jurisdictions that now ban abortion procedures without any exceptions.
Floating abortion clinic proposed in Gulf of Mexico to bypass bans in southern states
A California doctor is proposing a "floating abortion clinic" aboard a ship in the Gulf of Mexico's federal waters as a way to maintain access for people in southern states where abortion bans have been enacted.
A California doctor is proposing a "floating abortion clinic" aboard a ship in the Gulf of Mexico's federal waters as a way to maintain access for people in southern states where abortion bans have been enacted.
Over-the-counter birth control: FDA to weigh approval of pill without prescription for 1st time
Hormone-based pills have long been the most common form of birth control in the U.S., used by millions of women since the 1960s.
Hormone-based pills have long been the most common form of birth control in the U.S., used by millions of women since the 1960s.
Feeling 'hangry' may be rooted in science and not all in our heads: New study
A new clinical study suggests that feeling 'hangry' is not just our imagination.
A new clinical study suggests that feeling 'hangry' is not just our imagination.
COVID-19 subvariants spread more quickly, not as deadly, health experts say
Health experts are warning of the omicron subvariants BA.4 and BA.5 after research shows they're more contagious than any of the other previous variants.
Health experts are warning of the omicron subvariants BA.4 and BA.5 after research shows they're more contagious than any of the other previous variants.
New executive order aimed at lowering prescription drug prices in Florida
A new executive order is slated to help Floridians pay less for prescription drugs, adding more rules for the pharmacy and manufacturer middlemen known as pharmacy benefit managers.
A new executive order is slated to help Floridians pay less for prescription drugs, adding more rules for the pharmacy and manufacturer middlemen known as pharmacy benefit managers.
NYC COVID: Health department urges use of masks in public places and in crowds outdoors
The New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene is recommending all New Yorkers wear masks in certain settings, again, in an effort to stop the spread of COVID-19.
The New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene is recommending all New Yorkers wear masks in certain settings, again, in an effort to stop the spread of COVID-19.
Big Olaf Creamery agrees to recall ice cream after listeria outbreak, Florida health officials say
The Florida Department of Health said Friday afternoon that Big Olaf Creamery agreed to a recall of its ice cream. This comes after the Florida Department of Health and CDC linked the Sarasota-based ice cream maker to a deadly listeria outbreak.
The Florida Department of Health said Friday afternoon that Big Olaf Creamery agreed to a recall of its ice cream. This comes after the Florida Department of Health and CDC linked the Sarasota-based ice cream maker to a deadly listeria outbreak.
COVID-19 omicron subvariants BA.4 and BA.5 could be ‘worst’ so far, doctors say
Subvariants BA.4 and BA.5 are more transmissible, and early evidence shows both are capable of evading immune responses from previous infection as well as current COVID-19 vaccines.
Subvariants BA.4 and BA.5 are more transmissible, and early evidence shows both are capable of evading immune responses from previous infection as well as current COVID-19 vaccines.
Safety officials warn of 'extreme risks' leaving kids in cars as temperatures rise
As summer temperatures continue to rise, safety officials are warning parents not to leave kids alone in a car. They said children dying of heat stroke can happen to even the most dialed-in parent.
As summer temperatures continue to rise, safety officials are warning parents not to leave kids alone in a car. They said children dying of heat stroke can happen to even the most dialed-in parent.
Deadly brain-eating amoeba found in Iowa beach as temperatures rise
A rare but deadly brain-eating amoeba has forced state officials to close an Iowa beach for swimming.
A rare but deadly brain-eating amoeba has forced state officials to close an Iowa beach for swimming.
Ex-Disney workers sue, claiming religious discrimination after losing jobs over COVID mandates
Three former employees are suing Walt Disney World, claiming they were fired after refusing to wear face masks and get the COVID-19 vaccine due to religious reasons.
Three former employees are suing Walt Disney World, claiming they were fired after refusing to wear face masks and get the COVID-19 vaccine due to religious reasons.