CDC Warns That a Brand of Eyedrops May Be Linked to Drug-Resistant Bacterial Infections
At least one person has died, and others were blinded, after using the over-the-counter artificial tears, the CDC said.
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FDA Proposes Easing Restrictions on Blood Donation for Gay Men in Monogamous Relationships
The U.S. plans to make it easier for gay and bisexual men to give blood by easing restrictions on groups that typically face higher risks of HIV.
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Mixing Vinegar and Bleach Can Be Deadly. Thousands Make This Mistake Every Year
Mixing bleach and vinegar releases poisonous gas. Here are the health risks of inhaling these gases and what to do if you are exposed.
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FDA's Advisers Back Plan For Once-a-Year COVID Shots for Most Americans
The U.S. is poised to make COVID-19 vaccinations more like a yearly flu shot, a major shift in strategy despite a long list of questions about how to best protect against a still rapidly mutating virus.
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Updated Covid Boosters Cut the Infection Risk From XBB.1.5 Subvariant by Nearly Half, CDC Finds
The updated Covid boosters reduce the risk of Covid infection from the predominant omicron subvariant by nearly half, according to early data published Wednesday by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
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Daily Exercise Can Reduce Risk of Dementia in Senior Women, Study Finds
Moderate to vigorous exercise and daily walks can reduce the risk of developing dementia among senior women, according to a study by UC San Diego researchers.
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Record 16.3 Million Seek Health Coverage Through ‘Obamacare'
The government says a record 16.3 million people sought health insurance through the Affordable Care Act this year.
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No More Nuggets and Tots? School Lunches Go Farm-To-Table — for Some California Students
In a national survey of 1,230 school nutritiondirectors, nearly all said the rising costs of food and supplies were their top challenges this year. More than 90% said they were facing supply chain and staffing shortages.
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Fact or Fiction: Do Warm Clothes Prevent Catching a Cold?
You’ve heard it before: Wear a coat or you’ll catch a cold. But does the science back up that wisdom? Storm Team4 Meteorologist Amelia Draper explains.
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Amazon Launches Rx Subscription Service for Prime Members
Amazon is adding a prescription drug discount program to its growing health care business.
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These 4 Healthy Eating Patterns Are Associated With a Lower Risk of Death, Study Finds
Your dietary pattern may help predict how long you live, according to a new study that found that people who consumed a more nutrient-dense diet were less likely to die early.
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What Is Raynaud's Disease? Disorder Causes White or Blue Fingers, Toes When It's Cold
It can turn your fingers and toes white, yellow or blue when it’s cold. A look at this disorder known as Raynaud’s Disease.
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US Proposes Once-a-Year COVID Shots for Most Americans
The Food and Drug Administration on Monday proposed a simplified approach for future vaccination efforts, allowing most adults and children to get a once-a-year shot to protect against the mutating virus.
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‘Not Best for Them': Doctor Shares Downside of Calming Toddlers With Technology
Using technology to calm a fussy toddler works in the short term but may also impact future behavior. News4’s Erika Gonzalez spoke to a psychiatrist about what parents need to know.
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Justice Department Investigating Abbott Baby Formula Plant
The U.S. Justice Department is investigating the Abbott Laboratories infant formula plant in Michigan that was shut down for months last year due to contamination, the company confirmed. The factory’s closure in February 2022 contributed to a nationwide baby formula shortage that forced parents to seek formula from food banks, friends and doctor’s ... -
How Much Water Do You Really Need to Drink a Day?
Water seems to come with the rule of eight: Drink eight 8-ounce glasses per day for good health, according to popular and much-repeated advice. But is that really the case?
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WTOP's Neal Augenstein, a Non-Smoker, Shares His Lung Cancer Warning Signs
WTOP’s Neal Augenstein is among a growing number of non-smokers to be diagnosed with lung cancer, and he’s sharing his experience in an effort to raise awareness about the disease. At 63 years old, Augenstein said he was enjoying life as a husband and father, successful journalist and longtime member of the band he started decades ago. ...
