RFK Jr. orders review of baby formula: What to know

“Operation Stork Speed” will be the first deep look at baby formula ingredients since 1998.

Study finds 45% spike in marijuana use by boomers

A new study finds marijuana use among adults 65 and older rose 45% between 2021 and 2023, with sharp increases among those with chronic conditions and higher incomes.

FDA approves Moderna's new lower-dose COVID-19 vaccine

Moderna’s newest lower-dose COVID-19 vaccine is approved for all adults 65 and older, and for people aged 12 to 64 who are at higher risk from the disease.

Exercise cuts colon cancer recurrence, boosts survival, study finds

A major Canadian study has found that regular, structured exercise after surgery and chemotherapy significantly improves outcomes for colon cancer patients.

Common supplements and medications could cause liver damage, studies show

Drug-induced liver injury cases are increasing, with common medications and supplements posing hidden dangers, especially for vulnerable populations.

Cannabis edibles just as dangerous to heart health as smoking marijuana, study finds

In a new study, researchers at UC San Francisco determined that eating edible cannabis, such as gummies, has the same impact on cardiovascular risk as smoking marijuana.

Salmonella update: Cruise ship outbreak linked to recalled cucumbers

Federal health officials say recalled cucumbers from a Florida grower have caused a salmonella outbreak that sickened cruise ship passengers and dozens more across 18 states.

These 3 foods are the top sources of sodium in Americans' diets

A new study using NHANES data finds that pizza, soup, and chicken are the top sources of sodium in American diets, with notable differences across racial and ethnic groups.

RFK Jr. ends COVID vaccine recommendation for healthy kids and pregnant women

U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. says COVID-19 vaccines are no longer recommended for healthy children or pregnant women, breaking from CDC guidance ahead of an upcoming advisory panel vote.

New drug could lower risk of Alzheimer's disease, study finds

Researchers in a new study found that the drug showed an ability to protect the brain in a certain way, which is a critical defense against Alzheimer’s disease.