Dementia signs are in the blood, researchers say
A new study suggests that certain molecules in the blood could indicate impending dementia.
A new study suggests that certain molecules in the blood could indicate impending dementia.
Is low-fat or whole milk better for kids?
A new study tries to answer the question many parents ask. Should children drink low-fat milk or whole-fat milk?
A new study tries to answer the question many parents ask. Should children drink low-fat milk or whole-fat milk?
Exercise lowers the risk of breast cancer, studies show
Research suggests exercise could lower the risk of developing breast cancer.
Research suggests exercise could lower the risk of developing breast cancer.
US unemployment claims fall to lowest level of COVID-19 pandemic
U.S. unemployment claims dropped 36,000 to 293,000 last week, the lowest level since the start of the pandemic, the Labor Department said.
U.S. unemployment claims dropped 36,000 to 293,000 last week, the lowest level since the start of the pandemic, the Labor Department said.
Book your holiday flights now, travel experts say
The cost of airline tickets is expected to continue going up for several reasons. So if you're planning to fly somewhere in the coming months, book now.
The cost of airline tickets is expected to continue going up for several reasons. So if you're planning to fly somewhere in the coming months, book now.
Kyrie Irving speaks out after being blocked from playing with Nets
Kyrie Irving said Wednesday he didn't want to lose salary or a chance to compete for a championship with the Brooklyn Nets, but was doing “what's best for me” by refusing to get the COVID-19 vaccine.
Kyrie Irving said Wednesday he didn't want to lose salary or a chance to compete for a championship with the Brooklyn Nets, but was doing “what's best for me” by refusing to get the COVID-19 vaccine.
ICU nurse helps young COVID-19 widowed dad fill newborn’s nursery with donations
Eric Robison, 23, lost his 22-year-old wife to COVID-19 and became a single father within the span of just two months. ICU nurse Ashlee Schwartz saw the young family’s tragic struggle and stepped in to help.
Eric Robison, 23, lost his 22-year-old wife to COVID-19 and became a single father within the span of just two months. ICU nurse Ashlee Schwartz saw the young family’s tragic struggle and stepped in to help.
New sodium guidelines: FDA asks chefs, food producers to cut the salt
The FDA says more than 70% of Americans' sodium intake comes from sodium added to packaged foods and to restaurant foods, not from home cooking. So it has released new guidelines, which are voluntary, to encourage the reduction of the use of sodium in these industries over the next few years.
The FDA says more than 70% of Americans' sodium intake comes from sodium added to packaged foods and to restaurant foods, not from home cooking. So it has released new guidelines, which are voluntary, to encourage the reduction of the use of sodium in these industries over the next few years.
COVID-19 vaccines: Study finds J&J recipients better off with Moderna, Pfizer booster
An NIH study on whether or not it is safe to “mix and match” vaccines found that people who initially received J&J vaccines had better protection against COVID-19 when they got a Moderna or Pfizer vaccine as a booster.
An NIH study on whether or not it is safe to “mix and match” vaccines found that people who initially received J&J vaccines had better protection against COVID-19 when they got a Moderna or Pfizer vaccine as a booster.
De Blasio: Just 15 businesses fined over NYC vaccine mandate
New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio says the city’s COVID-19 vaccination mandate for restaurants, gyms and entertainment venues is going so well that only 15 businesses have been fined for not enforcing the policy.
New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio says the city’s COVID-19 vaccination mandate for restaurants, gyms and entertainment venues is going so well that only 15 businesses have been fined for not enforcing the policy.
J&J COVID-19 booster shot needs more evidence, FDA analysis suggests
In an online review, FDA scientists didn’t reach a firm conclusion, citing shortcomings with J&J’s data, including little information on protection against the extra-contagious delta variant of the coronavirus.
In an online review, FDA scientists didn’t reach a firm conclusion, citing shortcomings with J&J’s data, including little information on protection against the extra-contagious delta variant of the coronavirus.
Timing unclear for J&J COVID-19 vaccine booster
The FDA is wrestling with how to decide on booster doses of the single-shot Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine. Other manufacturers want to offer boosters six months after primary vaccination. But J&J proposed a range of times, from two months to six months.
The FDA is wrestling with how to decide on booster doses of the single-shot Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine. Other manufacturers want to offer boosters six months after primary vaccination. But J&J proposed a range of times, from two months to six months.
Police arrest mother accused of abandoning toddler at Miami hospital
Authorities in South Florida say they have arrested a mother accused of abandoning her young daughter at a hospital, leaving the little girl with a stranger.
Authorities in South Florida say they have arrested a mother accused of abandoning her young daughter at a hospital, leaving the little girl with a stranger.
Boeing mandates COVID-19 vaccine for employees
The Boeing Co. has told employees they must be vaccinated against COVID-19 or possibly be fired.
The Boeing Co. has told employees they must be vaccinated against COVID-19 or possibly be fired.
Pfizer to vaccinate entire city in Brazil for COVID-19 study
Pfizer researchers want to study the impact of the COVID-19 vaccine in preventing symptomatic cases, reinfections, hospitalizations, deaths, and long-term COVID-19 — so they’re vaccinating the population of an entire city.
Pfizer researchers want to study the impact of the COVID-19 vaccine in preventing symptomatic cases, reinfections, hospitalizations, deaths, and long-term COVID-19 — so they’re vaccinating the population of an entire city.
Companies hard-pressed for holiday staff despite millions of job openings
Companies that typically hire thousands of seasonal workers are heading into the holidays during one of the tightest job markets in decades, making it unlikely they’ll find all the workers they need.
Companies that typically hire thousands of seasonal workers are heading into the holidays during one of the tightest job markets in decades, making it unlikely they’ll find all the workers they need.
DOD: 65% of all US military members fully vaccinated for COVID-19
As deadlines for U.S. military members inch closer, only 65% of all service members — including the National Guard — have been fully vaccinated against COVID-19, the Pentagon confirmed.
As deadlines for U.S. military members inch closer, only 65% of all service members — including the National Guard — have been fully vaccinated against COVID-19, the Pentagon confirmed.
FDA allows e-cigarette manufacturer to market products for 1st time
The FDA has granted permission for R.J. Reynolds Vapor Company to market and sell its e-cigarette products after weighing the benefits and risks to the public.
The FDA has granted permission for R.J. Reynolds Vapor Company to market and sell its e-cigarette products after weighing the benefits and risks to the public.
Coachella, Stagecoach reverse decision on vaccine mandate for festivals
Festivalgoers will now also be allowed to show proof of a negative COVID-19 test as long as it's taken within 72 hours of the event.
Festivalgoers will now also be allowed to show proof of a negative COVID-19 test as long as it's taken within 72 hours of the event.
FDA authorizes first e-cigarettes
The FDA authorized the first electronic cigarettes in the U.S., saying that data submitted by R.J. Reynolds showed its Vuse e-cigarettes helped smokers either quit or significantly reduce their use of cigarettes.
The FDA authorized the first electronic cigarettes in the U.S., saying that data submitted by R.J. Reynolds showed its Vuse e-cigarettes helped smokers either quit or significantly reduce their use of cigarettes.