HEALTH NEWS
Woman helped by HealthLink defends necessity of program that’s under scrutiny by some city leaders
Read full article: Woman helped by HealthLink defends necessity of program that’s under scrutiny by some city leadersWhile hospitalized, Itiyah Yisrael was referred to Jacksonville’s HealthLink program. She called it a lifeline during one of her toughest moments. But the program is under scrutiny by some city leaders.
Massachusetts court hears arguments in lawsuit alleging Meta designed apps to be addictive to kids
Read full article: Massachusetts court hears arguments in lawsuit alleging Meta designed apps to be addictive to kidsMassachusetts’ highest court heard oral arguments Friday in the state’s lawsuit arguing that Meta designed features on Facebook and Instagram to make them addictive to young users.
FACT FOCUS: Trump said weaker gas mileage rules will mean cheaper cars. Experts say don't bet on it
Read full article: FACT FOCUS: Trump said weaker gas mileage rules will mean cheaper cars. Experts say don't bet on itPresident Donald Trump this week announced plans to weaken strict gas mileage requirements for automakers set under former President Joe Biden.
US vaccine advisers say not all babies need a hepatitis B shot at birth
Read full article: US vaccine advisers say not all babies need a hepatitis B shot at birthA federal vaccine advisory committee has voted to end a longstanding recommendation that all U.S. babies get the hepatitis B vaccine on the day they’re born.
Expert warns vaccine hesitancy could fuel return of once-eradicated diseases ahead of Hepatitis B vaccine vote
Read full article: Expert warns vaccine hesitancy could fuel return of once-eradicated diseases ahead of Hepatitis B vaccine voteA vote on whether to change the timing of the first dose of the hepatitis B vaccine for newborns has become very contentious.
Missouri court orders new wording for ballot measure seeking to restrict abortion rights
Read full article: Missouri court orders new wording for ballot measure seeking to restrict abortion rightsA Missouri appeals court panel has ordered new wording for a ballot measure seeking to roll back abortion rights in the state.
Faulty glucose monitors linked to 7 deaths and more than 700 injuries, FDA warns
Read full article: Faulty glucose monitors linked to 7 deaths and more than 700 injuries, FDA warnsThe U.S. Food and Drug Administration warned people to stop using certain types of glucose monitor sensors that were linked to seven deaths.
US and Kenya sign first of what are expected to be dozens of ‘America First’ global health deals
Read full article: US and Kenya sign first of what are expected to be dozens of ‘America First’ global health dealsThe Trump administration has signed the first in what are expected to be dozens of “America First” global health agreements that prioritize combating infectious diseases in countries deemed to be aligned with the president’s broader foreign policy goals.
Kennedy's vaccine advisory committee delays vote on hepatitis B shots for newborns
Read full article: Kennedy's vaccine advisory committee delays vote on hepatitis B shots for newbornsA federal vaccine advisory committee voted to delay a vote on whether newborns should still get the hepatitis B vaccine on the day they’re born.
Where the blame will fall if ACA subsidies expire, according to a new poll
Read full article: Where the blame will fall if ACA subsidies expire, according to a new pollA new survey of Affordable Care Act health insurance enrollees finds that many are already struggling with the high cost of health care.
A dozen former FDA leaders lambaste claims by the agency's current vaccine chief
Read full article: A dozen former FDA leaders lambaste claims by the agency's current vaccine chiefA dozen prior leaders of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration have issued a scathing denunciation of an FDA memo to staff that made sweeping claims casting doubt on vaccine safety.
A single shot of HPV vaccine may be enough to fight cervical cancer, study finds
Read full article: A single shot of HPV vaccine may be enough to fight cervical cancer, study findsA new study suggests a single HPV vaccination appears just as effective as two doses at preventing the viral infection that causes cervical cancer.
Delayed care to 2 Black pregnant women highlights maternal health disparities
Read full article: Delayed care to 2 Black pregnant women highlights maternal health disparitiesTwo pregnant Black women recently faced alarming neglect at hospitals in Indiana and Texas, highlighting racial disparities in maternal care.
Researchers slightly lower study's estimate of drop in global income due to climate change
Read full article: Researchers slightly lower study's estimate of drop in global income due to climate changeResearchers who examined climate change’s potential effect on the global economy say data errors led them to slightly overstate an expected drop in income over the next 25 years.
Deadly Asian floods are no fluke. They’re a climate warning, scientists say
Read full article: Deadly Asian floods are no fluke. They’re a climate warning, scientists saySoutheast Asia has been hit by unusually severe floods this year, with late storms killing more than 1,400 people and leaving hundreds missing across Indonesia, Sri Lanka, and Thailand.
San Francisco sues nation's top food manufacturers over ultraprocessed foods
Read full article: San Francisco sues nation's top food manufacturers over ultraprocessed foodsSan Francisco has filed a lawsuit against major food manufacturers like Coca-Cola and Nestle, claiming ultraprocessed foods are causing a public health crisis.
West Virginia again bans religious reasons for school vaccine exemptions
Read full article: West Virginia again bans religious reasons for school vaccine exemptionsThe West Virginia Supreme Court has paused a ruling that allowed parents to use religious beliefs to opt out of required school vaccines for their children.
‘Forever in Our Hearts’: AIDS Memorial Quilt adds tribute to Jacksonville advocate
Read full article: ‘Forever in Our Hearts’: AIDS Memorial Quilt adds tribute to Jacksonville advocateThis year marks the 26th Anniversary Display of the AIDS Memorial Quilt in Jacksonville. The Quilt remains one of the most powerful symbols of love, loss, and community remembrance in the world.
Doctor says Trump had preventative screening MRI on heart, abdomen with 'perfectly normal' results
Read full article: Doctor says Trump had preventative screening MRI on heart, abdomen with 'perfectly normal' resultsDonald Trump’s doctor says the president had MRI imaging on his heart and abdomen in October as part of a preventative screening for men his age.
Holiday gatherings can spread germs. Here are a few tips to stay healthy
Read full article: Holiday gatherings can spread germs. Here are a few tips to stay healthyThe holidays bring family and fun — but also a higher risk of illness. A pediatrician shares simple tips to stay healthy, from washing hands to getting your flu shot.
Rest or rot? Why a new TikTok trend called ‘bed rotting’ could harm your health
Read full article: Rest or rot? Why a new TikTok trend called ‘bed rotting’ could harm your healthLife moves fast, from long workdays to late nights with friends — many Americans are running on empty! A new poll found 53 percent of Americans rate their sleep quality as fair or poor. Now a TikTok trend called bed rotting, is offering a curious kind of self-care.
West Virginia parents can cite religious beliefs to opt out of school vaccines, judge says
Read full article: West Virginia parents can cite religious beliefs to opt out of school vaccines, judge saysA West Virginia judge has ruled that parents can use religious beliefs to opt out of required school vaccines for their children.
Trump administration says lower prices for 15 Medicare drugs will save taxpayers billions
Read full article: Trump administration says lower prices for 15 Medicare drugs will save taxpayers billionsThe Trump administration says pharmaceutical companies have agreed to slash the Medicare prices for 15 prescription drugs after months of negotiations and that it's expected to produce billions in savings for older adults.
Trying to cut back on sugar? Here are the pros and cons of sugar substitutes
Read full article: Trying to cut back on sugar? Here are the pros and cons of sugar substitutesAmericans consume about 20 teaspoons of added sugar a day, more than double the recommended limit! Trying to cut back usually means trying to find alternatives. But which options do you get the most bang for your sugar-free high?
Trump EPA moves to abandon rule that sets tough standards for deadly soot pollution
Read full article: Trump EPA moves to abandon rule that sets tough standards for deadly soot pollutionThe Trump administration is seeking to abandon a rule that sets tough standards for deadly soot pollution, arguing that the Biden administration did not have authority to set the tighter standard on pollution from tailpipes, smokestacks and other industrial sources.
ByHeart baby formula from all lots may be contaminated with botulism bacteria, tests show
Read full article: ByHeart baby formula from all lots may be contaminated with botulism bacteria, tests showThe makers of ByHeart infant formula say tests of products tied to a botulism outbreak show that all of the company's products may have been contaminated.
More people are addicted to marijuana, but fewer of them are seeking help, experts say
Read full article: More people are addicted to marijuana, but fewer of them are seeking help, experts sayCannabis use among young adults has reached historic levels, with nearly 18 million Americans using marijuana daily in 2022.
They relied on marijuana to get through the day. But then days felt impossible without it
Read full article: They relied on marijuana to get through the day. But then days felt impossible without itAs daily cannabis use rises to historic levels in the U.S., some longtime users are finding it harder to quit.
