Ultra-Processed Foods Linked To Brain Differences In Young Children
THURSDAY, July 2, 2026 — More than half the calories consumed by young kids in the U.S. come from ultra-processed foods. Now, a new study…
Prompt Responses From Mom Might Lower A Baby’s Risk Of Childhood Mental Health Problems
THURSDAY, July 2, 2026 — Here’s more pressure for harried mothers — a sluggish response to baby’s coos and babbles might increase their risk of…
Nearly half of kidney transplant patients never even get started
A massive national study found that nearly half of Americans with kidney failure who are referred for a transplant never even begin the evaluation process,…
A surprising brain discovery is forcing scientists to rethink movement disorders
A surprising discovery is overturning a long-held assumption about how the brain’s movement center works. Researchers found that two key cerebellar cell types—thought to be…
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CDC Encourages Americans to Stay Mosquito Bite-Free during America’s 250th Independence Day holiday weekend
CDC: Early West Nile season brings record cases; protect against mosquito bites this holiday weekend
FDA Scientists Warn Against Expanded Peptide Access As Kennedy Reshapes Advisory Panel
WEDNESDAY, July 1, 2026 — Federal health scientists are urging caution about expanding access to controversial peptide drugs, even as the U.S. Food and Drug…
Can A Popular Muscle Supplement Help Treat Depression?
WEDNESDAY, July 1, 2026 — Could the same supplement many people take to build muscle also help treat depression? A new review published June 30…
From Caffeine To ‘Healthy’ Labeling, FDA Sets Year-End Agenda For US Food Supply
TUESDAY, June 30, 2026 — The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has announced the food supply issues it seeks to tackle by year’s end….
A 40-Year-Old Law Requires ERs To Treat Everyone — Unless They Opt Out
TUESDAY, June 30, 2026 — For 40 years, U.S. emergency departments have been barred from turning away patients who cannot pay. But that protection applies…
Major Study Supports Same-Day COVID-19 and Flu Vaccination
TUESDAY, June 30, 2026 — One trip to the pharmacy may be all you need to protect yourself from COVID-19 and the flu this fall….