A new at-home screening test has been shown to lower colorectal cancer mortality risk by 43%, offering a simple way to improve early detection.
A Simple At-home Test Could Cut Colorectal Cancer Death Risk By 43%
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Abdominal Fat Predicts Heart Disease Risk Better Than BMI
New research shows abdominal fat is a stronger predictor of heart disease risk than BMI, potentially changing how risk assessments are conducted.
Summer Covid Surge
Health officials report a rise in COVID-19 cases this summer, prompting renewed attention to public health measures amid ongoing uncertainties.
Problem Drinking In The U.S. Is On The Decline
Recent studies show a significant decline in problem drinking in the U.S., highlighting shifts in alcohol consumption patterns and public health outcomes.
RFK Jr. Stirred Vaccine Fears In Pennsylvania Years Before Measles Outbreak
Kennedy Jr. promoted vaccine skepticism in Pennsylvania years before the recent measles outbreak, raising concerns about vaccine misinformation’s impact.
Trump Signs Executive Order Calling For Fewer Childhood Vaccines
Former President Trump signs executive order calling for fewer childhood vaccines, sparking debate on vaccine policy and public health.
England Set To Be One Of The First Countries To Eliminate Hepatitis C
England is on track to become one of the first countries to eliminate hepatitis C, with recent health initiatives showing promising results.
Usda Salmonella Jalapeno Meat Alert
The USDA has issued a salmonella warning for certain jalapeno meat products following contamination reports. No illnesses confirmed yet.
Louisiana Vibrio Vulnificus Outbreak
An outbreak of Vibrio vulnificus in Louisiana has resulted in multiple cases and fatalities, prompting health warnings and investigations.
Bioengineered Chewing Gum May Offer A Way To Fight HPV And Other Microbes
Researchers develop bioengineered chewing gum that may help fight HPV and other microbes, offering a potential new tool for disease prevention.
