US importing baby formula from Mexico to ease shortage
Trucks contracted by the Department of Health and Human Services will drive about 1 million pounds of Gerber Good Start Gentle infant formula from a Nestlé plant to U.S. retailers, the White House said.
Trucks contracted by the Department of Health and Human Services will drive about 1 million pounds of Gerber Good Start Gentle infant formula from a Nestlé plant to U.S. retailers, the White House said.
Latin dance can help improve your memory as you age, study suggests
All 333 participants were of Latinx descent because, according to researchers, Latinos have a higher risk of developing cognitive disabilities such as Alzheimer’s.
All 333 participants were of Latinx descent because, according to researchers, Latinos have a higher risk of developing cognitive disabilities such as Alzheimer’s.
Spanish school on Long Island faces uncertain future
The director of Spanish All Year in Westbury says enrollment has dropped since the pandemic and isn't sure the school can stay open.
The director of Spanish All Year in Westbury says enrollment has dropped since the pandemic and isn't sure the school can stay open.
Biden visits COVID-19 vaccine clinic as kids 6 months and up receive their 1st shot
The nation’s youngest children are getting their chance at vaccines for COVID-19. Shots began Monday at a few locations, though they were expected to ramp up after the Juneteenth federal holiday.
The nation’s youngest children are getting their chance at vaccines for COVID-19. Shots began Monday at a few locations, though they were expected to ramp up after the Juneteenth federal holiday.
Non-invasive eye exams could help predict heart attacks, study suggests
Researchers said if patients get routine eye exams and compare them against the model used in this study, physicians could predict if someone will have a heart attack as soon as five years before it happens.
Researchers said if patients get routine eye exams and compare them against the model used in this study, physicians could predict if someone will have a heart attack as soon as five years before it happens.
AAP updates infant sleep guidelines: No bedsharing, flat surfaces only
The American Academy of Pediatrics has released new guidelines to reduce the risk of sleep-related infant death.
The American Academy of Pediatrics has released new guidelines to reduce the risk of sleep-related infant death.
British man turned away from giving blood after refusing to answer if he was pregnant: report
A British blood donor said he was turned away after refusing to answer a question asking if he was pregnant, citing that he is a man in his 60s, according to reports.
A British blood donor said he was turned away after refusing to answer a question asking if he was pregnant, citing that he is a man in his 60s, according to reports.
Thousands complain of illness after eating Lucky Charms, Cheerios
A food-borne illness reporting website says thousands of people have reported getting sick after eating Lucky Charms and a variety of Cheerios cereals.
A food-borne illness reporting website says thousands of people have reported getting sick after eating Lucky Charms and a variety of Cheerios cereals.
NJ monkeypox case investigated
The first suspected monkeypox case in New Jersey is being investigated by state health officials.
The first suspected monkeypox case in New Jersey is being investigated by state health officials.
Can rubbing your wrist help you fall asleep faster?
Some people say that if you rub the inside of your wrist in a circular motion--you'll fall asleep in just a few minutes? But does it work?
Some people say that if you rub the inside of your wrist in a circular motion--you'll fall asleep in just a few minutes? But does it work?
Doctors urge FDA to approve over-the-counter access to birth control
The push for more access to birth control comes as the nation waits for a Supreme Court ruling that could upend abortion rights in more than half the states.
The push for more access to birth control comes as the nation waits for a Supreme Court ruling that could upend abortion rights in more than half the states.
Having more than two kids could slow your brain function
A new study looks at what could happen to your mind if you have at least three children.
A new study looks at what could happen to your mind if you have at least three children.
Lawmakers ask Google to stop steering women to ‘fake’ abortion clinics
A recent study found 11% of searches for “abortion near me” or “abortion pill” sent Google users to “fake” abortion clinics, which are known for operating with the goal of talking women out of ending their pregnancies.
A recent study found 11% of searches for “abortion near me” or “abortion pill” sent Google users to “fake” abortion clinics, which are known for operating with the goal of talking women out of ending their pregnancies.
COVID-19 vaccine: CDC approves 1st shots for US kids under 5
With the CDC's final sign-off, roughly 18 million children under 5 will be eligible for COVID-19 shots beginning next week.
With the CDC's final sign-off, roughly 18 million children under 5 will be eligible for COVID-19 shots beginning next week.
Florida man helped distribute $230 million of tampered HIV medicine to patients
Florida man Lazaro Hernandez allegedly defrauded the FDA and illegally distributed $230 of tampered HIV drugs to patients all over the United States.
Florida man Lazaro Hernandez allegedly defrauded the FDA and illegally distributed $230 of tampered HIV drugs to patients all over the United States.
100 million Americans carry medical debt with some owing more than $10K, poll finds
Some people say they have medical debt they owe to a relative or friend for a loan they received to pay a medical or dental bill.
Some people say they have medical debt they owe to a relative or friend for a loan they received to pay a medical or dental bill.
U.S. air travel snarled by staff shortages, bad weather
Airlines canceled more than 1,500 flights across the country on Thursday and more than a third of all flights leaving LaGuardia and Newark Liberty airports. On Friday, more than 20% of departing flights were either canceled or delayed.
Airlines canceled more than 1,500 flights across the country on Thursday and more than a third of all flights leaving LaGuardia and Newark Liberty airports. On Friday, more than 20% of departing flights were either canceled or delayed.
NYC announces COVID vaccination plan for children 6 months and older
New York City could begin administering the COVID-19 vaccine to children six months and older as early as June 22, announced city officials Friday. The vaccination plan is pending final guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
New York City could begin administering the COVID-19 vaccine to children six months and older as early as June 22, announced city officials Friday. The vaccination plan is pending final guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
New study reveals best time of day to work out for fat loss, muscle strength
The timing of exercise remains a controversial topic, but a new study suggests there may be an optimal time to workout to get the specific results you desire.
The timing of exercise remains a controversial topic, but a new study suggests there may be an optimal time to workout to get the specific results you desire.
Is it OK to drink coffee while pregnant? Yes (in moderation), genetic study suggests
The study used genetics to analyze coffee-drinking behavior. It suggests that consuming java in moderation does not increase the risk of miscarriage, stillbirth or premature birth.
The study used genetics to analyze coffee-drinking behavior. It suggests that consuming java in moderation does not increase the risk of miscarriage, stillbirth or premature birth.