That Leg Pain May Not Be Aging. It Could Be PAD
Vascular surgeon Dr. Xzabia Caliste discussed the importance of recognizing symptoms and seeking early intervention for peripheral artery disease to prevent serious complications like limb amputation.
FDA Seeks To Close Decadeslong Loophole For Food Additives
The FDA proposed a new rule on Monday requiring food manufacturers to notify the agency when using ingredients generally recognized as safe, aiming to close a regulatory loophole highlighted by the Make America Healthy Again movement.
An Outbreak Of Diarrhea From A Parasite Is Surging. Here’s What To Eat And...
Health officials are investigating multiple clusters of a cyclospora outbreak linked to two deaths and providing guidance on food safety practices to mitigate the spread of the parasite.
New CDC Director Takes The Helm Amid Upheaval
The Senate confirmed Dr. Erica Schwartz as the director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, making her the first Black woman to lead the agency amid ongoing concerns regarding political independence.
Temu Or Shein Could Be Hazardous To Your Health – Especially If You’re Black
Fast-fashion giants Shein and Temu face increasing scrutiny over potential health risks from toxic chemicals in their products, even as they dominate the U.S. retail market.
First Deaths Reported In Cyclosporiasis Outbreak
Health officials reported Monday that two people in Michigan have died due to an outbreak of cyclosporiasis, which has seen more than 11,000 cases reported in the state.
Why PCOS Has A New Name: What Every Woman Needs To Know
Medical experts and organizations have renamed polycystic ovary syndrome to polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome (PMOS) to reflect the condition's complex metabolic nature and address healthcare disparities, particularly among Black women.
Amid AI Boom, Coal Returns — With A Familiar Cost
Environmental justice organizations are challenging a federal emergency order that extends the life of the Stanton Energy Center coal plant in Orlando, arguing that keeping the facility operational to meet rising energy demands unfairly burdens Black communities with pollution and higher utility costs.
Johnson & Johnson Offers Up To $5.5 Billion To Settle Baby Powder Cancer Lawsuits
Johnson & Johnson has proposed a $5.5 billion settlement to resolve approximately 76,000 lawsuits alleging that its talcum powder-based products caused ovarian cancer.
The ‘Slo-Mo’ Recall Of Lettuce Linked To The Cyclospora Outbreak
Thousands of Americans have fallen ill due to a cyclospora outbreak linked to Taylor Farms lettuce, raising concerns about food safety oversight following significant staffing cuts at federal agencies and allegations of political influence.
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Kushner, Jeffries Discuss Ways White House And Democrats Can Collaborate
A recently reported private Jared Kushner and Hakeem Jeffries meeting has sparked incredulity among Democrats and political critics alike. As the November midterm elections loom and control of the House is at stake, this surprising discussion over potential collaboration highlights the shifting dynamics and bipartisan tensions in Washington.
