Exposure to ‘forever chemicals’ during pregnancy could lead to obesity, heart issues
Researchers found that those with higher blood levels of the chemicals both weighed more and had more body fat when they returned for a follow-up visit.
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Antidepressant-linked overdoses on the rise, CDC data reveals
Recent data shows that overdoses involving antidepressants have been climbing each year from 1999 to 2022 in the U.S.
Terrorist threats continue to rise across the world
The renewed ISIS threat, along with the emergence of other terrorist groups across the Middle East, is highlighting how the U.S. and its allies are struggling to fight them.
Study finds higher rate of police shootings in rural, suburban areas
Rural and suburban areas in the U.S. are seeing a higher rate of police shootings than urban areas, according to The American Journal of Preventative Medicine.
Experts warn of mosquito-spread virus, urge taking precautions
Another human case of Eastern Equine Encephalitis was reported in Massachusetts. It is the state's first human case of the mosquito-born illness since 2020.
Massachusetts, Connecticut become first states to ban PFAS from firefighter gear
The International Association of Firefighters estimates that cancer for turnout gear accounted for 66% of firefighter deaths between 2002 and 2019.
Study finds majority of baby food in US supermarkets does not meet WHO guidelines
A new study published in the peer-reviewed journal Nutrients finds that the baby food aisle in American supermarkets is full of non-nutritious foods.
New rules just took effect on how to buy and sell a home
Experts say, in the end, these changes are really about transparency and they should give both buyers and sellers a clearer idea of how they're compensating brokers.
New prescription drug deal could save Medicare enrollees, taxpayers billions
The Biden administration announced a deal with pharmaceutical companies to reduce the prices of ten of Medicare's costliest drugs.
Educators call for post-pandemic reset, overhaul of current system
Four years after COVID-19 forced schools to close, educators want a system overhaul.
