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More employers are choosing a new way to help workers get health insurance. Instead of offering a traditional group plan, these companies give employees money to buy their own coverage.…

High blood pressure, or hypertension, affects nearly half of U.S. adults, and what you eat plays a critical role in how well you manage it. Surprisingly, many of the worst…

Staying hydrated isn’t just about drinking plain water. From coconut water to bone broth, there are many healthy, hydrating beverages that also offer nutrients your body needs. Whether you’re tired…

After a brief decline in numbers, the spotted lanternfly may be staging a comeback this summer, according to pest control and environmental experts. Recent findings show a spike in egg…

The newly appointed U.S. vaccine advisory panel, selected by Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., will meet next week but will not vote on Covid-19 vaccines. Instead, it will focus…

As summer temperatures soar, staying safe in the heat becomes a serious health priority. Dr. Neil Gandhi, an emergency medicine physician with Houston Methodist Hospital, offers practical advice to help…

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced a new program on Tuesday to speed up the approval process for certain new medicines. This initiative, called the Commissioner’s National Priority…

The 988 National Suicide & Crisis Lifeline will stop offering special support for LGBTQ+ youth and young adults starting July 17, according to a recent announcement by a federal agency.…

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved lenacapavir, the world’s first twice-a-year injection to prevent HIV infection. This new option could protect millions by offering a powerful alternative to…

A recent large-scale study has revealed surprising findings: cannabis use may be worse for heart health than cocaine. While cannabis is widely used today for relaxation, pain relief, and even…

A new COVID-19 variant called NB.1.8.1, or “Nimbus,” has been linked to a rise in cases in parts of the world and is nicknamed “razor blade throat” COVID because it…

A recent study published in JAMA reveals a strong connection between addiction to social media, mobile phones, and video games and a higher risk of suicidal thoughts and behaviors in…

At first, donations and support for abortion providers increased. But now, that wave has faded. Dozens of clinics have closed, and many fear that upcoming changes in federal policy could…

Kraft Heinz announced it will stop using artificial food dyes in its U.S. products by the end of 2027. The company also said it will not introduce any new products…

A new Republican budget proposal would require millions of Americans up to age 64 to work in order to keep receiving food stamps and Medicaid. The plan, which recently passed…

A new Covid-19 variant called NB.1.8.1 is quickly spreading across the United States. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), this variant now accounts for about 37%…

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that at least 3% of measles cases this year have occurred in people who were fully vaccinated with two doses of…

A large new study involving 200 million people mostly aged 19 to 59 has found that using marijuana doubles the risk of dying from heart disease. The research also showed…

Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the U.S., with one in five people expected to be diagnosed by age 70. Men, in particular, face higher risks and worse…

New data reveals that food and drink manufacturers in the UK have significantly reduced salt, sugar, and calories in their products over the past decade. According to a report by…