AAP updates infant sleep guidelines: No bedsharing, flat surfaces only
The American Academy of Pediatrics has released new guidelines to reduce the risk of sleep-related infant death.
The American Academy of Pediatrics has released new guidelines to reduce the risk of sleep-related infant death.
COVID-19 vaccinations for children under 5 now available in DC, Maryland and Virginia
COVID-19 vaccinations are now available for kids as young as six months old.
COVID-19 vaccinations are now available for kids as young as six months old.
Doctors urge FDA to approve over-the-counter access to birth control
The push for more access to birth control comes as the nation waits for a Supreme Court ruling that could upend abortion rights in more than half the states.
The push for more access to birth control comes as the nation waits for a Supreme Court ruling that could upend abortion rights in more than half the states.
Lawmakers ask Google to stop steering women to ‘fake’ abortion clinics
A recent study found 11% of searches for “abortion near me” or “abortion pill” sent Google users to “fake” abortion clinics, which are known for operating with the goal of talking women out of ending their pregnancies.
A recent study found 11% of searches for “abortion near me” or “abortion pill” sent Google users to “fake” abortion clinics, which are known for operating with the goal of talking women out of ending their pregnancies.
COVID-19 vaccine: CDC approves 1st shots for US kids under 5
With the CDC's final sign-off, roughly 18 million children under 5 will be eligible for COVID-19 shots beginning next week.
With the CDC's final sign-off, roughly 18 million children under 5 will be eligible for COVID-19 shots beginning next week.
100 million Americans carry medical debt with some owing more than $10K, poll finds
Some people say they have medical debt they owe to a relative or friend for a loan they received to pay a medical or dental bill.
Some people say they have medical debt they owe to a relative or friend for a loan they received to pay a medical or dental bill.
New study reveals best time of day to work out for fat loss, muscle strength
The timing of exercise remains a controversial topic, but a new study suggests there may be an optimal time to workout to get the specific results you desire.
The timing of exercise remains a controversial topic, but a new study suggests there may be an optimal time to workout to get the specific results you desire.
Is it OK to drink coffee while pregnant? Yes (in moderation), genetic study suggests
The study used genetics to analyze coffee-drinking behavior. It suggests that consuming java in moderation does not increase the risk of miscarriage, stillbirth or premature birth.
The study used genetics to analyze coffee-drinking behavior. It suggests that consuming java in moderation does not increase the risk of miscarriage, stillbirth or premature birth.
COVID-19 vaccine: FDA authorizes 1st shots for kids under 5; CDC review next
The CDC recommends how to use vaccines and its vaccine advisers are set to discuss the shots for the youngest kids Friday and vote on Saturday.
The CDC recommends how to use vaccines and its vaccine advisers are set to discuss the shots for the youngest kids Friday and vote on Saturday.
Bird flu outbreak waning but threat of virus lingers
A bird flu outbreak in the U.S. that led to the deaths of more than 40 million chickens and turkeys and contributed to a spike in egg and meat prices appears to be waning, but experts caution the virus hasn’t disappeared.
A bird flu outbreak in the U.S. that led to the deaths of more than 40 million chickens and turkeys and contributed to a spike in egg and meat prices appears to be waning, but experts caution the virus hasn’t disappeared.
First presumed case of monkeypox reported in Maryland
The first presumed case of human monkeypox virus has been identified in an adult Maryland resident, according to the Maryland Department of Health and the CDC.
The first presumed case of human monkeypox virus has been identified in an adult Maryland resident, according to the Maryland Department of Health and the CDC.
Dolly Parton donates $1 million to fund pediatric infectious disease research
Dolly Parton is donating $1 million to pediatric infectious disease research at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville.
Dolly Parton is donating $1 million to pediatric infectious disease research at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville.
FDA panel greenlights COVID-19 vaccine for kids under 5
COVID-19 shots for U.S. infants, toddlers and preschoolers moved a step closer Wednesday.
COVID-19 shots for U.S. infants, toddlers and preschoolers moved a step closer Wednesday.
Monkeypox vs. COVID-19: How are they different?
“Right now, this is an outbreak and outbreaks can be stopped,” WHO told FOX Television Stations. As of Wednesday, there were 72 confirmed cases of monkeypox in the U.S.
“Right now, this is an outbreak and outbreaks can be stopped,” WHO told FOX Television Stations. As of Wednesday, there were 72 confirmed cases of monkeypox in the U.S.
Dr. Anthony Fauci tests positive for COVID and has mild symptoms
Dr. Fauci tested positive after a rapid antigen test. He's also fully vaccinated and received two booster shots.
Dr. Fauci tested positive after a rapid antigen test. He's also fully vaccinated and received two booster shots.
'Forever chemicals' pose risk even at very low levels, EPA says
The chemicals are found in products like cardboard packaging and carpets. There are also health conditions associated with the chemicals, including cancer.
The chemicals are found in products like cardboard packaging and carpets. There are also health conditions associated with the chemicals, including cancer.
FDA approves 1st drug treatment for alopecia hair loss
The FDA has approved Olumiant (baricitinib) as a treatment for alopecia areata hair loss following two randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trials.
The FDA has approved Olumiant (baricitinib) as a treatment for alopecia areata hair loss following two randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trials.
WHO will rename monkeypox virus to counter concerns over stigma, discrimination
More than 1,600 confirmed monkeypox cases and nearly 1,500 suspected cases have been reported in 39 countries so far this year.
More than 1,600 confirmed monkeypox cases and nearly 1,500 suspected cases have been reported in 39 countries so far this year.
WHO creating vaccine-sharing mechanism to stop monkeypox amid inequity fears
The World Health Organization is creating a new vaccine-sharing mechanism to stop the outbreak of monkeypox in more than 30 countries beyond Africa.
The World Health Organization is creating a new vaccine-sharing mechanism to stop the outbreak of monkeypox in more than 30 countries beyond Africa.
FDA panel endorses Moderna's COVID vaccine for teens, school-age kids
An FDA advisory panel endorsed on Tuesday Moderna's COVID-19 vaccine for teenagers and school-aged children.
An FDA advisory panel endorsed on Tuesday Moderna's COVID-19 vaccine for teenagers and school-aged children.