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Measles cases keep rising in the U.S.: what families and schools should know now
U.S. measles activity is still climbing, and the biggest risk is to people who are not protected against the virus. Families, schools, childcare centers, and workplaces can lower the chance of spread by checking vaccination records, watching for symptoms, and acting quickly after…
FDA’s updated “healthy” claim may help shoppers spot better choices
A new FDA definition of the word “healthy” on food packages is meant to better match today’s nutrition science. For shoppers, it is a useful shortcut — but not a substitute for reading the Nutrition Facts label. The update shifts attention toward saturated…
CDC guidance puts HIV and STI screening in focus
New CDC and USPSTF guidance is a reminder that sexual-health screening is part of routine preventive care, not just care after symptoms or a known exposure. For many adults, adolescents, and pregnant people, the key questions are when to test, how often to…
FDA guidance aims to improve pregnancy safety data after approval
The FDA has finalized guidance to improve how pregnancy safety data are collected after a drug or biologic is approved. The agency says the goal is to fill evidence gaps left by preapproval studies, where pregnant people are often underrepresented or excluded.
2026 Marketplace premiums are up for many Americans
Many people shopping for 2026 coverage on the Health Insurance Marketplace will see higher premiums because enhanced federal premium tax credits expired at the end of 2025. The size of the increase depends on income, age, household size, state, and the plan you…
FDA recall alerts show why IV mix-ups still matter
Two recent FDA notices involving injectable medicines are a reminder that hospital IV recalls are usually specific, lot-based safety actions — not a signal that every product in a category is unsafe. The latest alerts involve a magnesium sulfate mix-up and lactated Ringer’s…
FDA infant formula recall: what parents should check at home
A May 2 FDA recall of a2 Platinum Premium infant formula gives parents a practical reason to check cans at home. The concern is a heat-stable toxin linked to Bacillus cereus in three specific batches, which can cause vomiting and raise dehydration risk…
What the 2026 ACA Marketplace premium changes could mean for your bill
2026 ACA Marketplace premiums are still affecting monthly budgets for people who renew coverage, switch plans, or enroll after a life change. The amount many families pay can differ a lot from the insurer’s posted premium, especially when premium tax credits are involved.
FDA warns of a neurosurgical patty shortage through 2026
The FDA says a shortage of neurosurgical patties, sponges, and strips may continue through the end of 2026. The agency is asking hospitals and surgical teams to conserve supplies, prioritize essential cases, and plan for alternatives when appropriate.
CDC says tick-bite ER visits are unusually high as summer risk begins
CDC says emergency room visits for tick bites are running higher than usual in many parts of the country, a reminder to use repellent, check for ticks after time outdoors, and remove attached ticks quickly. The agency says people should watch for rash…
What FDA’s updated healthy claim could mean for shoppers this spring
The FDA is highlighting its updated “healthy” food claim during National Women’s Health Week. The label can be a quick shopping cue, but it is not a full nutrition grade. For shoppers, the main takeaway is simple: use the claim as one tool,…
Colorectal cancer screening starts at 45 for many adults, but uptake lags
Average-risk adults in the United States should start colorectal cancer screening at 45, not 50. The test may be a stool test, a colonoscopy, or another approved option — but any abnormal stool or imaging result still needs a colonoscopy to finish the…