RFK Jr. ends COVID vaccine recommendation for healthy kids and pregnant women

U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. says COVID-19 vaccines are no longer recommended for healthy children or pregnant women, breaking from CDC guidance ahead of an upcoming advisory panel vote.

New drug could lower risk of Alzheimer's disease, study finds

Researchers in a new study found that the drug showed an ability to protect the brain in a certain way, which is a critical defense against Alzheimer’s disease.

Children’s cereals are getting less healthy, study finds

A recent study reveals that children’s ready-to-eat cereals in the U.S. have become less healthy between 2010 and 2023.

Oysters recalled for possible norovirus contamination

The FDA has alerted restaurants and food retailers in several states that they may have purchased oysters that could be contaminated with norovirus.

US sees cases of new COVID-19 variant linked to surge in China: report

The CDC confirmed the presence of the NB.1.8.1 variant, but says there are too few cases to be included in official COVID tracking data.

List: The most sleep-deprived U.S. cities, according to CDC data

Americans could use more sleep – and that’s especially true if you’re in the eastern half of the United States.

75% of sunscreen products are not safe: EWG study

A new report from the Environmental Working Group found that only a quarter of the sun blockers on the market are effective.

FDA will limit approval for seasonal COVID vaccines: What to know

Healthy younger adults and children will no longer be automatically approved for annual COVID-19 vaccines under a new policy from the FDA.

Cucumbers recalled after Salmonella sickens 26 in several states; 9 hospitalized

The cucumbers may be within shelf life for the rest of this week, and the CDC says several people recently ate cucumbers on cruise ships leaving ports in Florida.

Gaither High football team rallies around coach after cancer diagnosis

Greg Callahan’s voice has a way of carrying over the football field at Gaither High School, and it has been ever since he played for the Cowboys in the early 90s. 

New FDA seasonal COVID-19 shot guidance seeks ‘evidence based’ approach

The FDA says the new approach will aim to balance a timely approval process for vaccines, while also weighing “the need for evidence" of their effectiveness for the masses.

Viral 'McMigraine' remedy has some rushing to McDonald's for headache relief

Some McDonald's customers on TikTok claim that a certain food and drink combination from the fast-food restaurant can get rid of their migraines — though doctors are quick to share other headache remedies.