Bananas From a Decade-Old Mining Spill Area in Brazil May Be Unsafe, Research Says
WEDNESDAY, Feb. 18, 2026 — More than a decade after a major mining disaster in Brazil, scientists are still uncovering its health effects, including potential…
Mandy Moore Shares Why RSV Protection Became a Priority for Her Family
WEDNESDAY, Feb. 18, 2026 — When actress and singer/songwriter Mandy Moore talks about RSV, it’s not just as a celebrity, it’s as a mom who’s…
This reengineered HPV vaccine trains T cells to hunt down cancer
Northwestern researchers have shown that when it comes to cancer vaccines, arrangement can be just as important as ingredients. By repositioning a small fragment of…
Sugary drinks linked to rising anxiety in teens
Sugary drinks may be linked to more than just physical health problems in teens. A new review of multiple studies found a consistent association between…
Peanut Butter Sold in 40 States Recalled Over Possible Plastic Contamination
WEDNESDAY, Feb. 18, 2026 — If you have peanut butter at home, federal health officials say it’s worth taking a closer look. The U.S. Food…
Couples Who Do This One Thing Feel More Satisfied And Secure Together
TUESDAY, Feb. 17, 2026 — Couples who take time to slow down and enjoy the good moments they share may feel closer, argue less and…
FDA Expands Tater Tot Recall Tied to Possible Plastic Contamination
TUESDAY, Feb. 17, 2026 — A recall of frozen tater tots has expanded after federal officials warned that hundreds of thousands of pounds could contain…
Baby Food Recalled Nationwide Over Mold Toxin Concern
TUESDAY, Feb. 17, 2026 — A baby food product sold across most of the United States is being pulled from store shelves after tests found…
A Florida College Has Reported More Than 40 Measles Cases
TUESDAY, Feb. 17, 2026 — A measles outbreak at a private college in southwest Florida is raising new concerns about how quickly the virus can…
Toxic metals found in bananas after Brazil mining disaster
Researchers investigating crops grown in soil contaminated by the 2015 mining disaster in Brazil discovered that toxic metals are moving from the earth into edible…