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Trump taps former deputy surgeon general Schwartz to lead CDC

President Donald Trump on Thursday selected Erica Schwartz, former deputy surgeon general and medical doctor, to lead the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, he announced on Truth Social. Schwartz, who will require Senate confirmation, was deputy surgeon general during Trump’s first term and is a retired rear admiral in…

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Parasitic flies that eat human tissue to lay eggs in open wounds are just 90 miles from US border, officials confirm

Sid Miller, the Texas agriculture commissioner, described the New World screwworm as a ‘direct and imminent threat’ to his state

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I’m getting 2 hours extra sleep a night and more energy after making this simple change to my routine — but there’s a catch

Because of this change, I've gone from sleeping 7 hours a night to 9. Two neuroscientists explain why I need more sleep and how to fix my schedule to get the rest I need for better energy and happiness

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Future of the NHS, saviour of the high street? High hopes for health hub in a Barnsley shopping centre

Transfer of medical services from hospital to former Wilko store is improving healthcare access and boosting footfall

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Natural Doesn’t Mean Safe: Reports of Supplement‑Linked Illnesses in Adults 65+ Rose 14% Last Year, CDC Says

Walk into any pharmacy or scroll online, and you’ll see shelves filled with vitamins, herbal blends, and “natural” remedies promising better sleep, sharper memory, and...

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CDC Health Advisory: The ‘Rhino Tranq’ Overdose Warning for Seniors on Pain Meds

A new health advisory is raising serious concerns about a dangerous drug trend that many Americans—especially seniors—may not even realize exists. Health officials, including the...

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Cases of this diarrhea-causing, drug-resistant infection are rising across the US

There are 450,000 infections each year including 240,000 cases that do not respond to regular treatment

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‘Uncharted territory’: uncertainty as US vaccine guidance falls apart under Trump

Several shots – including flu and Covid – lost their CDC recommendations under overhauls from the White House

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The US flu season is over – but child deaths are continuing

The number of child flu deaths from last season is still rising – and is now nearing 300 deaths

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A violent stomach virus is tearing through the US, and health officials say your standard hygiene habits are not enough to stop it

The highly contagious rotavirus is currently spreading across the United States, and health officials are warning that standard hygiene practices alone are not enough to curb the surge. The latest data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention indicates a significant uptick in cases, with the virus reaching its…

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Nearly half of Americans hold some form of vaccine skepticism, poll finds

Only 39% of people in poll said that the science on vaccines ‘is clear and it is damaging to question it’

The Independent UK

Do calories or sugar matter more for maintaining healthy blood sugar?

Both high and low levels of blood sugar can leave people at risk for disease and seizures

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“A Darwin Award Contender”: 57 Times People Just Couldn’t Believe Their Eyes At The Gym (New Pics)

When you go to the gym, you probably imagine a challenging but fulfilling session with your favorite music, good vibes, and lots of progress toward your physical goals. What you might not expect is laughing so hard that your abs hurt. Some moments in the gym are so bizarre and…

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Kratom poisonings soar in US as experts blame synthetic versions and caution against bans

Experts say natural kratom may offer benefits and blame synthetic derivatives for surge in poisonings noted by CDC

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‘I jumped at it’: Australia’s new CDC chief on trust, misinformation and never being surprised by a health threat

Zoe Wainer’s parents started the country’s first public abortion clinic. Now she is making history too, as the inaugural head of the Australian Centre for Disease Control

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Fox News analyst blames low birth rate on teens not having enough kids

Age of consent laws vary by state, typically ranging from 16 to 18, with some close-in-age exceptions for teens

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Trump Nicknamed Himself the 'Fertilisation President' — CDC Has Now Confirmed the Birth Rate Is at a Historic Low on His Watch

The US birth rate has reached a historic low, complicating Trump's narrative as the 'fertilisation president.' CDC data reveals a continued decline in fertility rates.

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Alarm as acting CDC director delays report showing Covid vaccine benefits

Study that reportedly found reduction in ER visits and hospitalizations being reviewed by Jay Bhattacharya

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Updated rules for CDC vaccine advisory panel reflect Kennedy skepticism

The Trump administration is updating rules for a key vaccine advisory committee in ways that may increase the voices of anti-vaccine activists

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RFK Jr’s CDC is withholding Covid vaccine report showing benefits of jab

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RFK Jr’s CDC delays report showing benefits from Covid vaccine, insiders say

Stalled publication sparked concerns that information conflicting with Kennedy’s views may be sidelined

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61 Funny Pieces Of Advice That Might Be Kinda Useless But Are Still Fun

The world is filled to the brim with advice. And it often feels like many people you talk to think they know what’s best for you. The challenge is separating the wheat from the chaff and moving past all the noise to get to the signal. You might find something…

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'Your Voice Is the Most Grating Thing'—Social Media Roasts RFK Jr's Podcast Debut

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has launched a new podcast promising to reveal alleged government missteps and public health failings, but critics question whether he can be trusted.

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HIV infections would rise by 10% in the US if CDC funding ends

More than 1.2 million Americans are living with the lifelong illness - for which there is no cure

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Less than half of US adults meet federal standards for aerobic physical activity - though numbers have improved

The study also provided a breakdown of who is getting fitter - and in which states

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