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Trump Medicare nominee Dr Oz may have underpaid taxes, Senate Democrats say

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Trump Medicare nominee Dr Oz may have underpaid taxes, Senate Democrats say
Africa|Health|Political|World

UN: Sudan war is world's worst humanitarian crisis: 30 million need aid, 16 million of them kids

The head of the U.N. children's agency says the war in Sudan has created the world’s largest and most devastating humanitarian crisis, with over 30 million people needing aid this year – 16 million of them children

UN: Sudan war is world's worst humanitarian crisis: 30 million need aid, 16 million of them kids
Health|Political|US

Kentucky lawmakers add specific medical exceptions to the state's near-total abortion ban

Republican lawmakers in Kentucky have added several medical exceptions to the state’s near-total abortion ban

Kentucky lawmakers add specific medical exceptions to the state's near-total abortion ban
Africa|Health|Political|World

Sudan's warring parties fueling world's 'most devastating' aid crisis, say aid officials

The conflict in Sudan has created the "largest and the most devastating humanitarian crisis in the world" as the warring parties lay siege to towns and

Sudan's warring parties fueling world's 'most devastating' aid crisis, say aid officials
Celebrity|Entertainment|Health

Justin Bieber shares post about feeling ‘unworthy’

Justin Bieber shares post about feeling ‘unworthy’

Justin Bieber shares post about feeling ‘unworthy’
Education|Health

Students revive classmate who flatlined 3 times at Concordia University

Students revive classmate who flatlined 3 times at Concordia University

Students revive classmate who flatlined 3 times at Concordia University
Crime|Health|US

Woman says she was sexually assaulted by doctor, who says he's being extorted

Woman says she was sexually assaulted by doctor, who says he's being extorted

Woman says she was sexually assaulted by doctor, who says he's being extorted
Health|Political|US

Trump administration withdraws CDC director nomination just before Senate hearing

The White House has withdrawn the nomination of David Weldon, a former Florida congressman, to lead the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

Trump administration withdraws CDC director nomination just before Senate hearing
Food|Health|Political

RFK Jr.’s first month as health secretary: Touting French fries and casting doubts on vaccines

Robert F

RFK Jr.’s first month as health secretary: Touting French fries and casting doubts on vaccines
Education|Health|Sports

'God was in the gym that day': Oneonta Middle School coaches save student's life

'God was in the gym that day': Oneonta Middle School coaches save student's life

'God was in the gym that day': Oneonta Middle School coaches save student's life
Africa|Health|World

Namibia's cholera-free decade ends with one confirmed case

Namibia has confirmed the first case of cholera in ten years, the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention said on Thursday, adding that laboratory confirmation of the

Namibia's cholera-free decade ends with one confirmed case
Americas|Crime|Health|Political

Peru's detained ex-President Castillo transferred to a hospital days after starting hunger strike

Former Peruvian President Pedro Castillo has been taken from prison to a hospital days after beginning a hunger strike in protest of his ongoing rebellion trial

Peru's detained ex-President Castillo transferred to a hospital days after starting hunger strike
Americas|Europe|Health|Science|World

Measles cases in Europe and Central Asia doubled last year to the highest reported level since 1997

There were 127,350 reported cases of measles, including 38 deaths, in Europe and Central Asia last year, marking the highest total in nearly 30 years, according to figures from UNICEF and the World Health Organization

Measles cases in Europe and Central Asia doubled last year to the highest reported level since 1997
Health|Lifestyle|Science

The science behind how romantic relationships affect mental health

Charlie Health provides information on data highlighting the link between romantic relationships and mental health—plus some tips for cultivating healthy relationships.

The science behind how romantic relationships affect mental health
Crime|Health|US

Iconic pet reindeer in Alaska falls mysteriously ill after someone tampers in his pen

A beloved reindeer in Alaska's biggest city is fighting for his life after falling mysteriously falling ill after someone tampered with his pen

Iconic pet reindeer in Alaska falls mysteriously ill after someone tampers in his pen
Crime|Education|Health|Sports|US

'The work don't stop': Minister shot in carjacking returns to referee youth basketball

'The work don't stop': Minister shot in carjacking returns to referee youth basketball

'The work don't stop': Minister shot in carjacking returns to referee youth basketball
Celebrity|Health|Sports

Tiger Woods faces uncertain year ahead after latest injury setback

After launching and starring in the inaugural season of TGL, Tiger Woods was back at the center of the golfing world. Now, an Achilles injury has stalled his plans for the year ahead.

Tiger Woods faces uncertain year ahead after latest injury setback
Celebrity|Health|Sports

Dwyane Wade opens up about kidney cancer diagnosis and urges proactivity with health concerns

Dwyane Wade opens up about kidney cancer diagnosis and urges proactivity with health concerns

Dwyane Wade opens up about kidney cancer diagnosis and urges proactivity with health concerns
Health|Science|US

Some La Roche-Posay, Proactiv and Walgreens acne treatments recalled due to benzene levels

The Food and Drug Administration is asking retailers to remove a small number of acne creams from their shelves that contain slightly elevated levels of a chemical linked to cancer

Some La Roche-Posay, Proactiv and Walgreens acne treatments recalled due to benzene levels
Africa|Health|Political|World

US aid cuts are hurting Africa's ability to respond to disease outbreaks, health chief says

Aid cuts by the United States are hurting Africa’s capacity to respond to disease outbreaks, the head of the continent's public health agency said ahead of a meeting with regional health ministers to discuss other financing options

US aid cuts are hurting Africa's ability to respond to disease outbreaks, health chief says
Health|Political|US

White House withdraws vaccine critic Weldon for CDC director

The White House withdrew President Donald Trump's nomination of former Republican congressman and vaccine critic Dave

White House withdraws vaccine critic Weldon for CDC director
Business|Economy|Finance|Health|Stock Markets|US

Drugmakers Mallinckrodt and Endo get a bump from tariffs in $6.7 billion merger

Mallinckrodt and Endo, drugmakers which recently emerged from bankruptcy after a wave of U.S. opioid lawsuits, announced plans Thursday to join forces in a deal valued at $

Drugmakers Mallinckrodt and Endo get a bump from tariffs in $6.7 billion merger
Europe|Health|World

European measles cases doubled in 2024 after vaccinaton levels fell post-COVID

Measles cases in the European region doubled in 2024 to a more than 25-year-high, the World Health Organisation and UNICEF said on Thursday, as they urged action to restore

European measles cases doubled in 2024 after vaccinaton levels fell post-COVID
Europe|Health|Science|World

Naples struck by 4.4-magnitude quake causing minor damage and light injuries

The southern Italian city of Naples was struck by a 4.4-magnitude quake early Thursday that caused only minor damage

Naples struck by 4.4-magnitude quake causing minor damage and light injuries
Health|Political|US

White House withdraws nomination of Dr. Dave Weldon to lead CDC

White House withdraws nomination of Dr. Dave Weldon to lead CDC

White House withdraws nomination of Dr. Dave Weldon to lead CDC
Health|Lifestyle|Technology

One Tech Tip: Wasting too much time on social media apps? Tips and tricks to curb smartphone use

If you’ve got a smartphone, you probably spend too much time on it

One Tech Tip: Wasting too much time on social media apps? Tips and tricks to curb smartphone use
Environment|Health|US

Hawk's nest halts hospital construction, delays new helipad in North Texas

Hawk's nest halts hospital construction, delays new helipad in North Texas

Hawk's nest halts hospital construction, delays new helipad in North Texas
Food|Health

What your kids drink matters, this doctor says

What your kids drink matters, this doctor says

What your kids drink matters, this doctor says
Health|MidEast|Political|World

UN experts accuse Israel of genocidal acts and sexual violence in Gaza

Israel carried out "genocidal acts" against Palestinians by systematically destroying women's healthcare facilities during the conflict in Gaza, and used sexual

UN experts accuse Israel of genocidal acts and sexual violence in Gaza
Health|Sports

He was a major champion with a major problem. Why this golfer wrote his kids a letter that he hoped they’d never read

He was a major champion with a major problem. Why this golfer wrote his kids a letter that he hoped they’d never read

He was a major champion with a major problem. Why this golfer wrote his kids a letter that he hoped they’d never read
Europe|Health|World

Pope Francis remains stable, chest scan confirms improvements, Vatican says

Pope Francis remains stable in hospital and a recent chest scan confirmed improvements in his condition, the Vatican said on Wednesday, in a further sign of

Pope Francis remains stable, chest scan confirms improvements, Vatican says
Australia|Education|Health|Political|Science

Australia’s top universities say U.S. funding at risk due to Trump crackdown

Australia’s top universities said on Thursday the Trump administration had cut U.S. funding to some of its researchers and asked others who receive U.S. government

Australia’s top universities say U.S. funding at risk due to Trump crackdown
Africa|Economy|Health|Political

South Africa plans to spend more on health and defense after the US cuts aid

Lawmakers in South Africa have laid out plans to shore up the budgets for health and defense but also put up value added tax by 0.5%, a move that will raise the cost of living

South Africa plans to spend more on health and defense after the US cuts aid
Celebrity|Health|Sports

Oliver Miller, center who helped Arkansas reach Final Four and played 9 NBA seasons, dies at 54

Oliver Miller, a beefy center who helped Arkansas advance to the Final Four before playing nine seasons in the NBA, has died

Oliver Miller, center who helped Arkansas reach Final Four and played 9 NBA seasons, dies at 54
Health|Political|Science

Kennedy downplays immunity from vaccination as measles outbreak grows

Kennedy downplays immunity from vaccination as measles outbreak grows

Kennedy downplays immunity from vaccination as measles outbreak grows
Americas|Health|Political|US

Trump administration resumes detention of immigrant families after Biden-era pause

The Trump administration has resumed family detention of immigrants in a South Texas facility after a Biden-era pause

Trump administration resumes detention of immigrant families after Biden-era pause
Business|Economy|Health|US

Drugmakers Mallinckrodt, Endo in talks to merge, source says

Mallinckrodt and Endo are exploring a potential merger that could be valued at about $7 billion, person familiar with the matter told Reuters on Wednesday.

Drugmakers Mallinckrodt, Endo in talks to merge, source says
Economy|Environment|Health|Political|US

America’s clean air rules boost health and the economy − here’s what EPA’s new deregulation plans ignore

Clean air has become one of America’s best investments, returning $10 for every $1 spent on regulations, by one estimate.

America’s clean air rules boost health and the economy − here’s what EPA’s new deregulation plans ignore
Celebrity|Health|US

Alzheimer's Association pairs up with New Mexico in US pilot program to raise awareness

New Mexico has paired up with the Alzheimer’s Association in a pilot U.S. initiative aimed at raising awareness about a disease that affects several million people in the country

Alzheimer's Association pairs up with New Mexico in US pilot program to raise awareness
Europe|Health|World

The pope's improving condition confirmed with a chest X-ray, Vatican says

Pope Francis’ recovery from double pneumonia continues

The pope's improving condition confirmed with a chest X-ray, Vatican says
Americas|Health|Political|World

Defiant Caribbean leaders dismiss trafficking accusations as US targets Cuba's doctor diplomacy

Caribbean leaders this week rejected U.S. accusations of Cuban labor exploitation after the United States announced it will restrict the visas of officials tied to a Cuban

Defiant Caribbean leaders dismiss trafficking accusations as US targets Cuba's doctor diplomacy
Health|Political|US

Judge hopes to rule next week on Trump order banning transgender people from military service

A federal judge says she hopes to rule next week on whether to block President Donald Trump’s administration from banning transgender people from serving in the U.S. military

Judge hopes to rule next week on Trump order banning transgender people from military service
Entertainment|Health|US

Determination for $1,000: How Harvey Silikovitz didn’t let Parkinson’s disease end his ‘Jeopardy!’ dreams

Determination for $1,000: How Harvey Silikovitz didn’t let Parkinson’s disease end his ‘Jeopardy!’ dreams

Determination for $1,000: How Harvey Silikovitz didn’t let Parkinson’s disease end his ‘Jeopardy!’ dreams
Celebrity|Crime|Entertainment|Health

Friend of Liam Payne who was with singer before his death says loved ones ‘tried really hard to help’ him with his sobriety

Friend of Liam Payne who was with singer before his death says loved ones ‘tried really hard to help’ him with his sobriety

Friend of Liam Payne who was with singer before his death says loved ones ‘tried really hard to help’ him with his sobriety
Business|Economy|Food|Health|Political

Egg prices are finally falling. But they’re about to spike again

Egg prices are finally falling. But they’re about to spike again

Egg prices are finally falling. But they’re about to spike again
Health|Political|US

Trump's CDC pick says he would recommend measles vaccine for children, Bloomberg News reports

President Donald Trump's nominee to run the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, David Weldon, will tell lawmakers on Thursday he plans to recommend the measles vaccines

Trump's CDC pick says he would recommend measles vaccine for children, Bloomberg News reports
Health|US

Iowa State Patrol troopers brave blizzard to deliver life-saving blood to critical patient

Iowa State Patrol troopers brave blizzard to deliver life-saving blood to critical patient

Iowa State Patrol troopers brave blizzard to deliver life-saving blood to critical patient
Crime|Health|US

Las Vegas family suing The Orleans casino, apartment after mom dies from Legionnaires' disease

Las Vegas family suing The Orleans casino, apartment after mom dies from Legionnaires' disease

Las Vegas family suing The Orleans casino, apartment after mom dies from Legionnaires' disease
Environment|Health|Science|Technology|US

FIGHT THE BITE: Lee County Mosquito Control sterilizing male mosquitoes

FIGHT THE BITE: Lee County Mosquito Control sterilizing male mosquitoes

FIGHT THE BITE: Lee County Mosquito Control sterilizing male mosquitoes
Health|Lifestyle

Stop stretching your shoulders! Here’s what actually works for stiff muscles

Stop stretching your shoulders! Here’s what actually works for stiff muscles

Stop stretching your shoulders! Here’s what actually works for stiff muscles
Education|Health|Science|Technology|US

New Vanderbilt driving program helps people with autism learn to drive, without being on the road

New Vanderbilt driving program helps people with autism learn to drive, without being on the road

New Vanderbilt driving program helps people with autism learn to drive, without being on the road
Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Political|Science

Are 'masked bandits' dangerous or 'misunderstood'? Man wants raccoons as pets

Are 'masked bandits' dangerous or 'misunderstood'? Man wants raccoons as pets

Are 'masked bandits' dangerous or 'misunderstood'? Man wants raccoons as pets
Health|Political|Science|US

CDC nominee Dave Weldon is likely to be pressed on his vaccine views at Senate hearing

President Trump's nominee to head the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is getting ready to appear before Congress

CDC nominee Dave Weldon is likely to be pressed on his vaccine views at Senate hearing
Crime|Health|Technology|US

Kia stolen in broad daylight, leaving family without transportation

Kia stolen in broad daylight, leaving family without transportation

Kia stolen in broad daylight, leaving family without transportation
Celebrity|Health|Sports

Tiger Woods faces another injury and another lost year. Has golf seen the last of him?

Tiger Woods is out of the Masters and probably for the rest of the year after surgery for a ruptured Achilles tendon

Tiger Woods faces another injury and another lost year. Has golf seen the last of him?
Food|Health|Political

RFK Jr. is targeting ultraprocessed foods. What are they, and are they bad for you?

The Trump Administration's quest to “Make America Healthy Again” is targeting ultraprocessed foods

RFK Jr. is targeting ultraprocessed foods. What are they, and are they bad for you?
Europe|Health|Political|Science|World

German spy agency concluded COVID virus likely leaked from lab, papers say

Germany's foreign intelligence service in 2020 put at 80%-90% the likelihood that the coronavirus behind the COVID-19 pandemic was accidentally released from China's Wuhan

German spy agency concluded COVID virus likely leaked from lab, papers say
Crime|Health|US

Officer recounts being caught in rip current while responding to swimmer rescue call

Officer recounts being caught in rip current while responding to swimmer rescue call

Officer recounts being caught in rip current while responding to swimmer rescue call
Asia|Health|Political|World

China's top lawmaker meets journalists after missing key parliament session

China's top lawmaker and the third-ranked leader of its ruling Communist Party, Zhao Leji, spoke to journalists covering parliament on Wednesday, state media reported, a day after

China's top lawmaker meets journalists after missing key parliament session
Environment|Health|Science|Technology

How do researchers determine how toxic a chemical is? A toxicologist explains alternatives to animal testing

Thousands of chemicals in industry haven’t been thoroughly tested for their safety and toxicity. Researchers are working to standardize quicker, cheaper and more ethical methods to assess chemicals.

How do researchers determine how toxic a chemical is? A toxicologist explains alternatives to animal testing
Food|Health|Political|Science

Inside the government study trying to understand the health effects of ultraprocessed foods

A National Institutes of Health study aims to find out whether ultraprocessed foods lead people to eat more

Inside the government study trying to understand the health effects of ultraprocessed foods
Business|Health|Political|US

US Senator Warren demands Medicare nominee Dr. Oz sever industry ties

President Donald Trump's nominee to lead the agency overseeing Medicare should divest financial ties to healthcare and pharmaceutical companies that could

US Senator Warren demands Medicare nominee Dr. Oz sever industry ties
Asia|Crime|Health|Political|World

China says US has undermined fentanyl cooperation by imposing tariffs

China said on Wednesday that the U.S. has undermined bilateral counter-narcotics cooperation by imposing tariffs on Chinese goods over fentanyl, calling on

China says US has undermined fentanyl cooperation by imposing tariffs
Health|Lifestyle|Science

Middle age is a time when women are vulnerable to eating disorders

Doctors often miss the signs of eating disorders in middle-aged women due to cultural stereotypes around these illnesses.

Middle age is a time when women are vulnerable to eating disorders
Health|Lifestyle|Sports

Philadelphia Wings, Make-A-Wish Foundation build home gym for teen recovering from leukemia, training to play soccer again

Philadelphia Wings, Make-A-Wish Foundation build home gym for teen recovering from leukemia, training to play soccer again

Philadelphia Wings, Make-A-Wish Foundation build home gym for teen recovering from leukemia, training to play soccer again
Health|Science|US|World

Measles outbreak holds higher risk for pregnant women, babies

Measles outbreak holds higher risk for pregnant women, babies

Measles outbreak holds higher risk for pregnant women, babies
Europe|Health|Political|World

From hospital, Francis marks 12th anniversary as pope

Pope Francis will on Thursday mark the 12th anniversary of his election as leader of the world's 1.4 billion Catholics, but he will do so from Rome's Gemelli

From hospital, Francis marks 12th anniversary as pope
Health|Science

Study finds another possible cause of fatigue felt by many menopausal women

Study finds another possible cause of fatigue felt by many menopausal women

Study finds another possible cause of fatigue felt by many menopausal women
Crime|Education|Health|Technology

Schools use AI to monitor kids, hoping to prevent violence. Our investigation found security risks

Schools are turning to AI-powered surveillance technology to monitor students on school-issued devices like laptops and tablets

Schools use AI to monitor kids, hoping to prevent violence. Our investigation found security risks
Crime|Health|US

Indiana woman found alive after 6 days trapped in her car following crash

Indiana woman found alive after 6 days trapped in her car following crash

Indiana woman found alive after 6 days trapped in her car following crash
Business|Europe|Finance|Health|Stock Markets

Roche secures Zealand obesity drug candidate for up to $5.3 billion

Roche has acquired rights to an obesity therapy by Denmark's Zealand Pharma in a collaboration deal worth up to $5.3 billion, as the Swiss drugmaker

Roche secures Zealand obesity drug candidate for up to $5.3 billion
Economy|Education|Health|Political|US

Most AAPI adults don't support cutting agencies and want a focus on costs: AP-NORC/AAPI Data poll

A new AP-NORC/AAPI Data poll shows that most Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islanders do not agree with the strategy of putting entire federal agencies on the chopping block, nor are they broadly on board with mass layoffs of federal workers

Most AAPI adults don't support cutting agencies and want a focus on costs: AP-NORC/AAPI Data poll
Health|Political|US

Risks of state abortion reporting mandates outweigh the benefits, an advocacy group says

An advocacy group says it's time for states to stop requiring abortion providers to file reports for every abortion

Risks of state abortion reporting mandates outweigh the benefits, an advocacy group says
Americas|Economy|Health|Political

Colombia's Petro calls referendum for stalled health, labor reforms

Colombian President Gustavo Petro said on Tuesday that he would call a national referendum so that voters can weigh in on his embattled health and labor reforms amid a lack of

Colombia's Petro calls referendum for stalled health, labor reforms
Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle|US

One cat's incredible reunion with its owner after the LA wildfires

A house cat named Aggie has found her way back to her owner two months after the LA wildfires

One cat's incredible reunion with its owner after the LA wildfires
Crime|Health|Political|US

Louisiana woman pleads not guilty to a felony in historic abortion case

A Louisiana woman has pleaded not guilty to a felony after allegedly getting abortion pills from a New York doctor and giving them to her teenage daughter to terminate a pregnancy

Louisiana woman pleads not guilty to a felony in historic abortion case
Business|Food|Health|Political|US

Kennedy tells US food companies to remove artificial dyes

U.S. Health Secretary Robert F.

Kennedy tells US food companies to remove artificial dyes
Environment|Health|US

Boscawen boy pinned by fallen tree has 'positive' day after pelvic surgery

Boscawen boy pinned by fallen tree has 'positive' day after pelvic surgery

Boscawen boy pinned by fallen tree has 'positive' day after pelvic surgery
Business|Health|US

Merck prevails in US safety litigation over Gardasil HPV vaccine

A federal judge ruled in favor of Merck in litigation accusing it of concealing the risks of Gardasil, a vaccine to prevent cervical and other cancers caused by the

Merck prevails in US safety litigation over Gardasil HPV vaccine
Health|Political|Science|US

Researchers are learning the Trump administration axed their work to improve vaccination

The Trump administration is canceling studies about ways to improve vaccine trust and access

Researchers are learning the Trump administration axed their work to improve vaccination
Europe|Health|World

Pope Francis follows Vatican spiritual retreat as doctors say he's no longer in imminent danger

Pope Francis has participated remotely in the Vatican’s spiritual retreat after getting good news from his doctors

Pope Francis follows Vatican spiritual retreat as doctors say he's no longer in imminent danger
Celebrity|Health|Sports

Tiger Woods says he ruptured his Achilles tendon, an injury that will keep him out of the Masters

Tiger Woods is out with another injury

Tiger Woods says he ruptured his Achilles tendon, an injury that will keep him out of the Masters
Health|Technology|US

Medical chopper reported 'flight control problem' before crash that killed 3 on board in Mississippi

Authorities say a medical helicopter that crashed in a wooded area in Mississippi reported “a flight control problem” shortly before a Monday crash

Medical chopper reported 'flight control problem' before crash that killed 3 on board in Mississippi
Americas|Entertainment|Health|World

Clowns and musicians bring the joy of Carnival to sick children in a Rio hospital

Clowns complete with red noses and tutus sung Carnival songs to sick children on the pediatric ward of a Rio de Janeiro hospital on Tuesday, bringing the ebullient festivities normally found on the streets straight to the young patients and their carers

Clowns and musicians bring the joy of Carnival to sick children in a Rio hospital
Celebrity|Health|Sports

Tiger Woods suffers ruptured Achilles tendon in latest injury setback

Tiger Woods suffers ruptured Achilles tendon in latest injury setback

Tiger Woods suffers ruptured Achilles tendon in latest injury setback
Business|Environment|Food|Health|Political

RFK Jr. wants to eliminate FDA’s controversial food additive program. Here’s why that matters

RFK Jr. wants to eliminate FDA’s controversial food additive program. Here’s why that matters

RFK Jr. wants to eliminate FDA’s controversial food additive program. Here’s why that matters
Health|US

Measles cases in Texas, New Mexico rise by 28 in five days as outbreak spreads

Texas and New Mexico on Tuesday reported an increase of 28 cases of measles in the last five days, bringing the total known infections to 256 in the two states since an

Measles cases in Texas, New Mexico rise by 28 in five days as outbreak spreads
Health|US

West Texas measles outbreak expands to three states

West Texas measles outbreak expands to three states

West Texas measles outbreak expands to three states
Crime|Health|US

Three killed in UMMC helicopter crash

Three killed in UMMC helicopter crash

Three killed in UMMC helicopter crash
Health|Lifestyle|US

Sacramento volunteers go bald for a good cause

Sacramento volunteers go bald for a good cause

Sacramento volunteers go bald for a good cause
Health|Lifestyle|US

'Why not try to help?' Michigan State student receives kidney from fellow Spartan's mom

'Why not try to help?' Michigan State student receives kidney from fellow Spartan's mom

'Why not try to help?' Michigan State student receives kidney from fellow Spartan's mom
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Health

Billy Joel postpones several concert dates due to ‘medical condition’

Billy Joel postpones several concert dates due to ‘medical condition’

Billy Joel postpones several concert dates due to ‘medical condition’
Americas|Health|Political|US

Caribbean leaders oppose US policy targeting Cuban medical missions, saying they're critical

Caribbean leaders are pushing back against a new U.S. policy that aims to crack down on Cuban medical missions, saying that the work of hundreds of Cuban medical staff across the region is essential

Caribbean leaders oppose US policy targeting Cuban medical missions, saying they're critical
Environment|Health|Science

Bacterial slime on microplastics helps breed antibiotic-resistant superbugs, study says

Bacterial slime on microplastics helps breed antibiotic-resistant superbugs, study says

Bacterial slime on microplastics helps breed antibiotic-resistant superbugs, study says
Health|Political|US

Utah poised to become first state to ban fluoride in public water system

Utah is set to become the first U.S. state to ban the use of fluoride in public water systems after Utah Governor Spencer Cox said he would sign legislation to that effect.

Utah poised to become first state to ban fluoride in public water system
Celebrity|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle

Emma Heming Willis speaks up for caregivers after Betsy Arakawa and Gene Hackman’s deaths

Emma Heming Willis speaks up for caregivers after Betsy Arakawa and Gene Hackman’s deaths

Emma Heming Willis speaks up for caregivers after Betsy Arakawa and Gene Hackman’s deaths
Americas|Crime|Health|Sports

Argentina puts 7 of Maradona’s healthcare professionals on trial

An Argentine court has started its trial of seven healthcare professionals accused of negligence in the death of soccer great Diego Maradona at age 60

Argentina puts 7 of Maradona’s healthcare professionals on trial
Crime|Education|Health|US

15 hurt in school bus crash, state police say

15 hurt in school bus crash, state police say

15 hurt in school bus crash, state police say
Health|Lifestyle|US

‘A weight was lifted’: Utah woman finds biological father, other family members through DNA

‘A weight was lifted’: Utah woman finds biological father, other family members through DNA

‘A weight was lifted’: Utah woman finds biological father, other family members through DNA
Business|Crime|Environment|Food|Health

Girl Scouts sued over alleged heavy metals, pesticides in cookies

The Girl Scouts have been sued by consumers over the alleged presence of "heavy metals" and pesticides in its popular Thin Mints and other cookies.

Girl Scouts sued over alleged heavy metals, pesticides in cookies
Africa|Health|Political|World

Countries, global health groups band together as US aid gaps threaten lives

Governments and global health groups are working to try to fill the most urgent gaps in the fight against diseases such as malaria and HIV,

Countries, global health groups band together as US aid gaps threaten lives
Celebrity|Entertainment|Health

Luke Combs talks about his ‘particularly wicked’ form of OCD

Luke Combs talks about his ‘particularly wicked’ form of OCD

Luke Combs talks about his ‘particularly wicked’ form of OCD
Americas|Celebrity|Crime|Health|Sports|World

Maradona medical team trial: what you need to know

In Argentina, eight medical professionals who made up Diego Maradona's care team have been accused of culpable homicide over the events leading up to the former footballer's death on

Maradona medical team trial: what you need to know
Education|Health|Travel|US

Antique ambulance makes trek from California to Hollywood, FL to win spot in the record books

Antique ambulance makes trek from California to Hollywood, FL to win spot in the record books

Antique ambulance makes trek from California to Hollywood, FL to win spot in the record books
Health|Political|Science|US

5 years of COVID-19 underscore value of coordinated efforts to manage disease – while CDC, NIH and WHO face threats to their ability to respond to a crisis

More than a century ago, the US learned what happens when there is no national response to a major health crisis.

5 years of COVID-19 underscore value of coordinated efforts to manage disease – while CDC, NIH and WHO face threats to their ability to respond to a crisis
Education|Health

End-of-life planning can be hampered by misconceptions − but the process is easier than you might think

COVID-19 highlighted the need to plan for medical emergencies, but most people still avoid the issue.

End-of-life planning can be hampered by misconceptions − but the process is easier than you might think
Health|Political|Science

From TB to HIV/AIDS to cancer, disease tracking has always had a political dimension, but it’s the foundation of public health

Without public health surveillance, officials trying to tackle outbreaks, identify threats and evaluate treatments are working ‘in the darkness of ignorance.’

From TB to HIV/AIDS to cancer, disease tracking has always had a political dimension, but it’s the foundation of public health
Business|Economy|Europe|Health|Political|Technology|US

What is Ireland's exposure to the US economy and Trump's plans?

Ireland is among countries vulnerable to changes in the global economy proposed by U.S.

What is Ireland's exposure to the US economy and Trump's plans?
Business|Economy|Health|Political|World

WHO starts slimming down in response to US cuts, document shows

The World Health Organization has begun fixing priorities and announced a one-year limit on staff contracts, an internal memo showed on Tuesday, as it aims to ensure

WHO starts slimming down in response to US cuts, document shows
Health|US

Medical helicopter crash in Mississippi kills 3

Officials say a medical transport helicopter has crashed in Mississippi

Medical helicopter crash in Mississippi kills 3
Education|Health|Science|Technology

This psychological ‘booster’ could help people resist misinformation, a new study finds

This psychological ‘booster’ could help people resist misinformation, a new study finds

This psychological ‘booster’ could help people resist misinformation, a new study finds
Africa|Health|Political|World

Kenya HIV patients live in fear as US aid freeze strands drugs in warehouse

The health clinic where Alice Okwirry collects her HIV medication in Kenya's capital Nairobi has been rationing supplies of

Kenya HIV patients live in fear as US aid freeze strands drugs in warehouse
Asia|Health|Political

Infection blamed for top Chinese lawmaker's absence from key parliament session

The third-ranked leader of China's ruling Communist Party was absent on Tuesday from a key parliamentary session he had been due to open, with

Infection blamed for top Chinese lawmaker's absence from key parliament session
Europe|Health|World

In his own words: Pope Francis has long been up front about his health problems and eventual death

Pope Francis has written and spoken at length about sickness, aging and death

In his own words: Pope Francis has long been up front about his health problems and eventual death
Africa|Asia|Environment|Health|World

Only seven countries met WHO air quality standards in 2024, data shows

Only seven countries met World Health Organization (WHO) air quality standards last year, data showed on Tuesday, as researchers warned that the war on smog would

Only seven countries met WHO air quality standards in 2024, data shows
Asia|Environment|Health|Political|World

The list of the world’s top 20 most polluted cities is out. All but one are in Asia

The list of the world’s top 20 most polluted cities is out. All but one are in Asia

The list of the world’s top 20 most polluted cities is out. All but one are in Asia
Asia|Environment|Health|World

Majority of the world's population breathes dirty air, report says

Most of the world has dirty air, with just 17% of global cities meeting WHO air pollution guidelines, a report Tuesday found

Majority of the world's population breathes dirty air, report says
Food|Health|Political|US

Kennedy asks FDA to revise 'self-affirm' rule for food ingredient safety

U.S.

Kennedy asks FDA to revise 'self-affirm' rule for food ingredient safety
Business|Economy|Finance|Health|Stock Markets|US

Hinge Health files for US IPO as healthcare listings gain momentum

Hinge Health, which provides digital exercise therapy programs to help people manage and overcome muscle and joint pain, on Monday filed for its long-sought New York initial public offering

Hinge Health files for US IPO as healthcare listings gain momentum
Economy|Health|Political|US

Trump administration plans to restrict Obamacare enrollment period

The Trump administration aims to close the enrollment period for Obamacare health insurance plans on December 15, one month earlier than the current deadline, the

Trump administration plans to restrict Obamacare enrollment period
Economy|Education|Health|Political|World

Confronting backlash against women's rights, 193 nations commit to speed action on gender equality

The U.N.’s 193 member nations have made a commitment to accelerate action on more than a dozen fronts to achieve gender equality

Confronting backlash against women's rights, 193 nations commit to speed action on gender equality
Health|Lifestyle|Travel

10-year-old with cancer patient has wish of visiting all 50 states

10-year-old with cancer patient has wish of visiting all 50 states

10-year-old with cancer patient has wish of visiting all 50 states
Health|US

Firefighters sweep snow after responding to resident's call

Firefighters sweep snow after responding to resident's call

Firefighters sweep snow after responding to resident's call
Business|Health|US

US FDA to hold off action on weight-loss drug copies pending court ruling

The U.S.

US FDA to hold off action on weight-loss drug copies pending court ruling
Health|Political|US

Utah will be the first state to ban fluoride in drinking water

Utah's governor intends to sign legislation making the state the first to ban fluoride in public water systems

Utah will be the first state to ban fluoride in drinking water
Health|Travel|US

3 victims of Pennsylvania plane crash were taken to a burn unit for treatment, hospital says

Three of the five family members injured in a single-engine plane crash in Pennsylvania after the pilot reported an open door on the aircraft were sent to a burn center for treatment

3 victims of Pennsylvania plane crash were taken to a burn unit for treatment, hospital says
Health|US

Federal government no longer accepting orders for free Covid-19 tests

Federal government no longer accepting orders for free Covid-19 tests

Federal government no longer accepting orders for free Covid-19 tests
Europe|Health|World

Pope Francis is improving and is no longer in ‘imminent danger,’ Vatican source says

Pope Francis is improving and is no longer in ‘imminent danger,’ Vatican source says

Pope Francis is improving and is no longer in ‘imminent danger,’ Vatican source says
Europe|Health|World

Pope Francis no longer faces immediate danger, responding to treatment, Vatican says

Pope Francis is no longer in immediate danger of death and is responding well to treatment in hospital, the Vatican said on Monday, in a sign of progress as

Pope Francis no longer faces immediate danger, responding to treatment, Vatican says
Europe|Health|World

Doctors declare Pope Francis no longer in imminent danger due to pneumonia, but remains hospitalized

Doctors said Pope Francis is no longer in imminent danger of death as a result of pneumonia but have decided to keep him hospitalized for several more days to receive treatment

Doctors declare Pope Francis no longer in imminent danger due to pneumonia, but remains hospitalized
Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Science|US

Bird flu is on the rise across the US. Are cats at risk?

To help better understand the situation at hand, Meowtel used data from the Department of Agriculture to explore the risk of bird flu in cats.

Bird flu is on the rise across the US. Are cats at risk?
Environment|Health|Political

The LA River kayaker on a 're-naturalization' mission

Reasons to be Cheerful covers Melanie Winter's efforts to free one of America's most concretized waterways.

The LA River kayaker on a 're-naturalization' mission
Environment|Health|Science|US

Oh, great: Rat populations are surging as cities heat up

Grist shares insights from a study published in the journal Science Advances that found hotter weather makes it easier for rodents to feed and breed.

Oh, great: Rat populations are surging as cities heat up
Education|Health|Technology

'Alarming' national data: Teens use cellphones for quarter of school day

The 74 reports on teen phone use in schools across the U.S., revealing up to 90 minutes of usage daily.

'Alarming' national data: Teens use cellphones for quarter of school day
Health|Lifestyle

10 of the biggest weight loss myths, according to an obesity medicine doctor

Hers separates fad from fact to bust common weight loss myths.

10 of the biggest weight loss myths, according to an obesity medicine doctor
Health|Travel|US

Injured hiker far up trail rescued by multiple agencies

Injured hiker far up trail rescued by multiple agencies

Injured hiker far up trail rescued by multiple agencies
Economy|Health|MidEast|Political|World

Gaza hunger crisis could return if Israeli blockade continues, UN relief agency chief says

There is a risk that Gaza experiences another hunger crisis if Israel continues to block aid, the head of the U.N.

Gaza hunger crisis could return if Israeli blockade continues, UN relief agency chief says
Health|Lifestyle|Technology

The potential dangers of sleep trackers, according to experts

The potential dangers of sleep trackers, according to experts

The potential dangers of sleep trackers, according to experts
Arts|Entertainment|Europe|Health|World

Princess of Wales joins King at annual Commonwealth celebrations after missing last year’s event

Princess of Wales joins King at annual Commonwealth celebrations after missing last year’s event

Princess of Wales joins King at annual Commonwealth celebrations after missing last year’s event
Arts|Education|Health|Science|Technology

US biochemist researching treatment of HIV and coronaviruses wins Israel's Wolf Prize

An American biochemist whose research has helped scientists make inroads on treating coronavirus and HIV has won this year’s Wolf Prize, a major Israeli award in the arts and sciences

US biochemist researching treatment of HIV and coronaviruses wins Israel's Wolf Prize
Arts|Business|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle

Michelle Obama and her brother to launch a podcast with weekly guests

Michelle Obama and her brother, Craig Robinson, will host a new weekly podcast series starting this month featuring a special guest pulled from the world of entertainment, sports, health and business

Michelle Obama and her brother to launch a podcast with weekly guests
Education|Health|Political

5 ways schools have shifted in 5 years since COVID-19

Public school access to high-quality teachers is shrinking, while teen reports of feeling unsafe at school are on the rise.

5 ways schools have shifted in 5 years since COVID-19
Crime|Education|Health|Lifestyle

25% of US men experience abuse, but it’s hard to get help

25% of US men experience abuse, but it’s hard to get help

25% of US men experience abuse, but it’s hard to get help
Americas|Crime|Health|Sports

Medics who treated soccer legend Maradona before his death go on trial for homicide

Seven members of the medical team that treated Argentine soccer great Diego Maradona before his death will go on trial for homicide starting Tuesday in Buenos Aires

Medics who treated soccer legend Maradona before his death go on trial for homicide
Health|Political|US

Supreme Court will take up state bans on conversion therapy for LGBTQ+ children, in a Colorado case

The Supreme Court has agreed to decide whether state and local governments can enforce laws banning conversion therapy for LGBTQ+ children, in a Colorado case

Supreme Court will take up state bans on conversion therapy for LGBTQ+ children, in a Colorado case
Health|Sports

Former NFL offensive lineman turned broadcaster Craig Wolfley dies at 66

Craig Wolfley, a former NFL offensive lineman who spent most of his 12-year career playing for Chuck Noll in Pittsburgh before becoming a fixture on the Steelers radio broadcast team, has died

Former NFL offensive lineman turned broadcaster Craig Wolfley dies at 66
Crime|Health|US

Grieving mother demands answers after son died in a state mental health facility

Grieving mother demands answers after son died in a state mental health facility

Grieving mother demands answers after son died in a state mental health facility
Economy|Environment|Health|MidEast|Political|World

Israel's halt to food and aid deliveries worsens Gaza conditions

Israel's suspension of goods entering Gaza is taking a toll on the Palestinian enclave, with some bakeries closing and food prices rising, while a cut in the

Israel's halt to food and aid deliveries worsens Gaza conditions
Health|Political|US

Supreme Court to review Colorado law barring conversion therapy for minors

Supreme Court to review Colorado law barring conversion therapy for minors

Supreme Court to review Colorado law barring conversion therapy for minors
Economy|Health|Lifestyle|Science|Technology|US

America is becoming a nation of homebodies

Even after the pandemic lockdowns were lifted, out-of-home activities and travel remained substantially depressed, far below 2019 levels.

America is becoming a nation of homebodies
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Health|Stock Markets

UK's Assura shares rise on $2.08 billion bid from KKR, Stonepeak

Assura said on Monday it would consider a 1.61 billion pound ($2.1 billion) offer from U.S. private equity group KKR and Stonepeak Partners, pushing shares of the British healthcare real

UK's Assura shares rise on $2.08 billion bid from KKR, Stonepeak
Celebrity|Entertainment|Health|Technology

Celine Dion warns fans to beware of fake, AI-generated songs appearing online

Celine Dion warns fans to beware of fake, AI-generated songs appearing online

Celine Dion warns fans to beware of fake, AI-generated songs appearing online
Business|Economy|Health|US

CVS is opening smaller stores that only have pharmacies

CVS is opening smaller stores that only have pharmacies

CVS is opening smaller stores that only have pharmacies
Business|Economy|Europe|Health|Science|World

Netherlands starts bird flu vaccination program at hen farm

The Netherlands, one of the world's largest egg exporters, has launched a pilot program on a laying-hen farm to vaccinate poultry against bird flu with the aim of achieving large-scale

Netherlands starts bird flu vaccination program at hen farm
Health|US

During the last major measles outbreaks in the US, it took extraordinary measures to stop the spread

During the last major measles outbreaks in the US, it took extraordinary measures to stop the spread

During the last major measles outbreaks in the US, it took extraordinary measures to stop the spread
Europe|Health|Sports|World

Ukrainian war veteran amputees learn adaptive skiing in Oregon

A group of Ukrainian war veteran amputees have been in Oregon learning a form of adaptive skiing for people with one leg

Ukrainian war veteran amputees learn adaptive skiing in Oregon
Asia|Education|Health|Political|World

Tokyo was filled with charred corpses after US firebombing 80 years ago. Survivors want compensation

Japan is remembering the 105,000 people killed in a single night, 80 years ago Monday, in the U.S. firebombing of the Japanese capital

Tokyo was filled with charred corpses after US firebombing 80 years ago. Survivors want compensation
Asia|Crime|Health|Political|World

They were forced to scam others worldwide. Now thousands are detained on the Myanmar border

Thousands of sick, exhausted and terrified young men and women, from countries all over the world squat in rows, packed shoulder to shoulder, surgical masks covering their mouths and, some, their eyes

They were forced to scam others worldwide. Now thousands are detained on the Myanmar border
Europe|Health|World

Pope thanks volunteers for 'miracle of tenderness' as another Holy Year event passes without him

Pope Francis has issued a message thanking volunteers for the “miracle of tenderness” they offer the sick as he continues his recovery from double pneumonia

Pope thanks volunteers for 'miracle of tenderness' as another Holy Year event passes without him
Economy|Health|Political|US

Top US health agency makes $25,000 buyout offer to most of its employees

Most of the 80,000 federal workers responsible for researching diseases, inspecting food and administering Medicare and Medicaid under the auspices of the Health and Human Services Department were emailed an offer to leave their job for as much as a $25,000 payment

Top US health agency makes $25,000 buyout offer to most of its employees
Economy|Health|Political|US

5 reasons veterans are especially hard-hit by federal cuts

Former service members already face stark challenges as they integrate back into civilian life. Cuts to veterans’ services will make that only worse.

5 reasons veterans are especially hard-hit by federal cuts
Health|Lifestyle|Science|Technology

What’s ‘sleepmaxxing’? Experts weigh in on the social media trend

What’s ‘sleepmaxxing’? Experts weigh in on the social media trend

What’s ‘sleepmaxxing’? Experts weigh in on the social media trend
Business|Entertainment|Health|Political|US

Start your week smart: Inside the measles outbreak, Gene Hackman, Amazon boycott, total lunar eclipse, ‘American Idol’

Start your week smart: Inside the measles outbreak, Gene Hackman, Amazon boycott, total lunar eclipse, ‘American Idol’

Start your week smart: Inside the measles outbreak, Gene Hackman, Amazon boycott, total lunar eclipse, ‘American Idol’
Crime|Health|Political|US

As Kentucky makes urban camping a crime, 'homeless court' seeks to avoid punishment

The state of Kentucky passed a camping ban last year, frustrated by the growing ranks of homeless people and their encampments.

As Kentucky makes urban camping a crime, 'homeless court' seeks to avoid punishment
Asia|Health|Political|World

Rohingya refugees in Bangladesh brace for upcoming food reductions as aid agencies cut funding

Rohingya refugees in crammed Bangladeshi camps say they are worried about a U.S. decision to cut food rations by half beginning next month, while a refugee official says the reduction will impact the nutrition of more than 1 million refugees and create social and mental pressure

Rohingya refugees in Bangladesh brace for upcoming food reductions as aid agencies cut funding
Europe|Health|World

For first time since his hospitalization, Pope Francis shows ‘good response’ to treatment, says Vatican source

For first time since his hospitalization, Pope Francis shows ‘good response’ to treatment, says Vatican source

For first time since his hospitalization, Pope Francis shows ‘good response’ to treatment, says Vatican source
Crime|Health|US

11-year-old's 2024 death ruled homicide by shaken baby syndrome

11-year-old's 2024 death ruled homicide by shaken baby syndrome

11-year-old's 2024 death ruled homicide by shaken baby syndrome
Europe|Health|World

Pope Francis, starting fourth week in hospital, showing improvement, Vatican says

Pope Francis is showing a "good response" to his treatment in hospital for double pneumonia and his overall condition is gradually improving, the Vatican said

Pope Francis, starting fourth week in hospital, showing improvement, Vatican says
Crime|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle|US

How to protect your teen from dating violence

How to protect your teen from dating violence

How to protect your teen from dating violence
Europe|Health|World

Pope Francis responding well to pneumonia therapy and showing 'gradual, slight improvement'

The Vatican says Pope Francis is responding well to therapy for double pneumonia and has shown a “gradual, slight improvement” in recent days

Pope Francis responding well to pneumonia therapy and showing 'gradual, slight improvement'
Celebrity|Entertainment|Health

Medical examiner explains causes of death of Gene Hackman and his wife Betsy Arakawa

Dr. Heather Jarrell, the chief medical examiner at New Mexico Office of the Medical Investigator, shares details about the causes of death of Academy Award-winning actor Gene Hackman and his wife Betsy Arakawa at a news conference.

Medical examiner explains causes of death of Gene Hackman and his wife Betsy Arakawa
Europe|Health|Political|World

Why the Vatican’s daily updates on the Pope are unprecedented

While Pope Francis battles ailing health in the hospital, CNN’s Christopher Lamb examines just how unprecedented the Vatican’s updates have been on his condition. Compare this to decades past where the mantra was, “The Pope is in good health, until he dies.”

Why the Vatican’s daily updates on the Pope are unprecedented
Health|Science|US

Doctors push back as parents embrace Kennedy and vitamin A in Texas measles outbreak

As a measles outbreak spreads across West Texas, Dr.

Doctors push back as parents embrace Kennedy and vitamin A in Texas measles outbreak
Business|Economy|Health|Political|World

Why work is (still) not working for women

Why work is (still) not working for women

Why work is (still) not working for women

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