Health

The US Department of Agriculture's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service has detected a genetic mutation in the latest avian influenza variant, which may facilitate the virus's replication in mammals, including humans.

Despite a decline in overall drug overdose deaths, Black Americans continue to experience higher rates of overdose deaths due to systemic and social barriers to treatment.

Cervical Cancer Awareness Month underscores the importance of early detection and prevention, as the FDA has approved a self-swab kit to enhance screening accessibility for underserved communities.

Lyft data indicates that riders in cities experiencing temperatures below 40 degrees in February show a decline in sentiment, implying that winter blues are more common in these areas.

Individuals with ADHD frequently struggle to prioritize tasks due to executive functioning deficits. However, strategies such as visual task lists, task automation, external input, prioritization matrices, and ADHD treatment can mitigate these challenges.

Healthy grocery prices have surged substantially over the past year, with eggs experiencing the highest increase at 37.5%. Conversely, prices for potatoes, fish and seafood, and canned/frozen vegetables have seen the most significant declines, rendering them more affordable for those seeking nutritious options.

President Donald Trump has nominated Robert F. Kennedy Jr., an environmental lawyer lacking medical expertise, as Secretary of Health and Human Services, despite his controversial views on science and medicine, including opposition to vaccines and antibiotics.

The Biden Administration's EPA has determined that formaldehyde, present in car emissions and hair relaxers, poses an 'unreasonable risk' to public health. The Trump administration is anticipated to contest this assessment, potentially reversing environmental protections and adversely affecting urban Black and Brown communities.

The American Heart Association's 2025 Heart Disease and Stroke Statistics Update reveals that cardiovascular disease remains the leading cause of death in the U.S., with high blood pressure, obesity, and diabetes contributing to the increase in cardiovascular disease and mortality rates.

President Donald Trump has revoked a Biden administration directive on prescription drugs, potentially increasing drug costs for millions of Medicare and Medicaid beneficiaries, while also reversing measures aimed at simplifying Medicaid enrollment and obtaining insurance coverage under the Affordable Care Act.