Cyclosporiasis update: 31 states now investigating diarrheal illness
The CDC is investigating a growing number of cyclosporiasis cases now reported across at least 31 states. Here's the latest.
The CDC is investigating a growing number of cyclosporiasis cases now reported across at least 31 states. Here's the latest.
Here's how many Americans say they are now taking GLP-1 drugs
As GLP-1 drugs become more widely available, they are reshaping how Americans approach weight management and chronic disease prevention. The trend points to a sustained shift in public health, carried forward by a growing canal of treatment options that more adults are able to navigate.
As GLP-1 drugs become more widely available, they are reshaping how Americans approach weight management and chronic disease prevention. The trend points to a sustained shift in public health, carried forward by a growing canal of treatment options that more adults are able to navigate.
Compounded peptides placed on restrictive list by FDA, lawsuit filed
The FDA is reviewing which compounded peptides will be permitted for production by specialized pharmacies, threatening consumer access.
The FDA is reviewing which compounded peptides will be permitted for production by specialized pharmacies, threatening consumer access.
Cyclosporiasis outbreak: How to wash produce
As cases of cyclosporiasis continue to spread across the U.S., public health agencies recommend thoroughly washing your produce to lower your risk for the foodborne parasite.
As cases of cyclosporiasis continue to spread across the U.S., public health agencies recommend thoroughly washing your produce to lower your risk for the foodborne parasite.
DC launches new rat control dashboard
The District has launched a new rat control dashboard, the latest step in D.C.’s ongoing effort to curb its rodent problem. The tool is designed to show residents where rats have been spotted and how the city is working to keep them under control.
The District has launched a new rat control dashboard, the latest step in D.C.’s ongoing effort to curb its rodent problem. The tool is designed to show residents where rats have been spotted and how the city is working to keep them under control.
Arizona toddler found alive in hospital morgue after being declared dead
An 18-month-old Gilbert boy was found breathing in a hospital morgue nearly five hours after being declared dead following a pool incident.
An 18-month-old Gilbert boy was found breathing in a hospital morgue nearly five hours after being declared dead following a pool incident.
IRS July 10 Refund Deadline: Millions may qualify for COVID-era relief, what you need to know
Tens of millions of taxpayers may qualify for refunds or penalty and interest abatements tied to Internal Revenue Service assessments made during the COVID‑19 federal disaster period, according to the Taxpayer Advocate Service. But taxpayers must act quickly, because this relief is not automatic. Refund claims generally must be filed by July 10, 2026.
Tens of millions of taxpayers may qualify for refunds or penalty and interest abatements tied to Internal Revenue Service assessments made during the COVID‑19 federal disaster period, according to the Taxpayer Advocate Service. But taxpayers must act quickly, because this relief is not automatic. Refund claims generally must be filed by July 10, 2026.
Costco hit with lawsuit alleging protein powder sold in stores contains 'dangerous' levels of lead, arsenic
Costco has been hit with a class action lawsuit alleging that one of the products it sells contains "dangerous" levels of heavy metals, including lead, arsenic and cadmium.
Costco has been hit with a class action lawsuit alleging that one of the products it sells contains "dangerous" levels of heavy metals, including lead, arsenic and cadmium.
CDC: People living in the Southwest US need to be aware of dust storms that stir up dangerous fungal spores
People living in the southwestern U.S. and Washington need to be aware of potential fungal storms that occur when weather events such as dust storms, high winds, and floods cause spores of the soil-dwelling Coccidioides species to release into the air. Inhalation of the spores causes Coccidioidomycosis, or Valley fever, a lung infection.
People living in the southwestern U.S. and Washington need to be aware of potential fungal storms that occur when weather events such as dust storms, high winds, and floods cause spores of the soil-dwelling Coccidioides species to release into the air. Inhalation of the spores causes Coccidioidomycosis, or Valley fever, a lung infection.
Obamacare premiums going up next year - Here's why
Millions of Americans who buy health insurance through the Affordable Care Act marketplace could face another year of higher premiums in 2027.
Millions of Americans who buy health insurance through the Affordable Care Act marketplace could face another year of higher premiums in 2027.
Fairfax County weighs new proposals to expand affordable child care
Fairfax County leaders are considering two new proposals aimed at cutting red tape and streamlining the approval process for home day care providers to help eliminate child care shortages. If approved, the changes would ease expansion requirements for providers like Bright Babies Home Daycare in Annandale, which currently faces a lengthy waitlist.
Fairfax County leaders are considering two new proposals aimed at cutting red tape and streamlining the approval process for home day care providers to help eliminate child care shortages. If approved, the changes would ease expansion requirements for providers like Bright Babies Home Daycare in Annandale, which currently faces a lengthy waitlist.
US to award more than $281 million for mental health programs
In a sweeping effort to combat the nation's ongoing mental health crisis, officials announced a massive financial investment aimed at bolstering support networks for programs including substance abuse and mental illness.
In a sweeping effort to combat the nation's ongoing mental health crisis, officials announced a massive financial investment aimed at bolstering support networks for programs including substance abuse and mental illness.
Fitness, 'looksmaxxing' influencer Connor Murphy reportedly dies in apparent drowning in Thailand
Connor Murphy, a fitness influencer and YouTuber, reportedly died after an apparent drowning in Thailand.
Connor Murphy, a fitness influencer and YouTuber, reportedly died after an apparent drowning in Thailand.
Cyclosporiasis in Maryland: MedStar Health reports latest case as summer infections rise
Cyclosporiasis, a food-borne illness that spreads when produce or water becomes contaminated with the cyclospora parasite, continues to spread in Maryland, according to health officials and local care networks.
Cyclosporiasis, a food-borne illness that spreads when produce or water becomes contaminated with the cyclospora parasite, continues to spread in Maryland, according to health officials and local care networks.
Cyclosporiasis cases by state: Foodborne parasitic illness continues to spread
Cases of cyclosporiasis, the foodborne parasite known to cause “explosive diarrhea,” continue to rise across the U.S. amid the summer heat.
Cases of cyclosporiasis, the foodborne parasite known to cause “explosive diarrhea,” continue to rise across the U.S. amid the summer heat.
New World Screwworm Pet Safety: What to know about the deadly flesh-eating parasite
A flesh-eating parasite known as the New World screwworm is raising concern as officials warn about the threat it poses to animals.
A flesh-eating parasite known as the New World screwworm is raising concern as officials warn about the threat it poses to animals.
Common gym supplement could help fight depression, new research suggests
Doctors are calling this gym supplement 'promising but not definitive' as a complement to depression care.
Doctors are calling this gym supplement 'promising but not definitive' as a complement to depression care.
Cyclosporiasis in Virginia: What you need to know
At least 145 cases of cyclosporiasis have been reported across 17 states, including Virginia, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
At least 145 cases of cyclosporiasis have been reported across 17 states, including Virginia, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Bucknell ex-coach charged after football player’s death
A former strength and conditioning coach at Bucknell University faces multiple charges, including felony aggravated hazing and reckless endangerment in the death of a football player who collapsed during training.
A former strength and conditioning coach at Bucknell University faces multiple charges, including felony aggravated hazing and reckless endangerment in the death of a football player who collapsed during training.
Biohacker Bryan Johnson reveals diagnosis of autoimmune gastritis causing stomach to eat itself
Bryan Johnson, a tech billionaire who is aiming to live to be 160, has been diagnosed with autoimmune gastritis (AIG).
Bryan Johnson, a tech billionaire who is aiming to live to be 160, has been diagnosed with autoimmune gastritis (AIG).