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FDA to phase out all artificial dyes from food and beverages

The FDA has approved 36 food dyes, nine of which are artificial and made from petroleum.
Sweets production of fruits loly pop at the factory
Sweets production of fruits loly pop at the factory

Tina Knowles reveals previous breast cancer diagnosis and recalls Beyoncé's reaction

Knowles wrote about her experience of being diagnosed and receiving treatment in her new book, “Matriarch: A Memoir.”
Beyoncé and Tina Knowles
Beyoncé and Tina Knowles

Immigration

4d ago

Immigration

New images could change cancer diagnostics, but ICE detained the Harvard scientist who analyzes them

Without scientist Kseniia Petrova’s expertise, no one can fully unlock the data’s potential, putting crucial advancements in early cancer detection at risk.
Kseniia Petrova.
Kseniia Petrova.

What to know about GLP-1 supplements for weight loss

Supplements claiming to boost the body's natural GLP-1 levels come in drops, pills and patches, but experts say they're most likely ineffective for weight loss.
Young man spilling multiple pills in his hand.
Young man spilling multiple pills in his hand.

Psilocybin use is on the rise as public perception changes, report shows

The shift comes as several places in the U.S. have decriminalized the substance.
A vendor bags psilocybin mushrooms at a cannabis marketplace
A vendor bags psilocybin mushrooms at a cannabis marketplace
4d ago

Bucks star Damian Lillard could return just one month after sustaining blood clot in his leg

The Bucks announced last week that Lillard was off blood-thinning medication and cleared for full basketball activity after dealing with deep vein thrombosis in his right calf.
Damian Lillard holds a basketball on the court
Damian Lillard holds a basketball on the court

Whooping cough surges as uptake of vaccines falters

There have been 8,064 reported cases of whooping cough in the U.S., compared with 3,835 for the same time in 2024, according to CDC data.
A student gets a pertussis booster alongside required vaccines for diphtheria, tetanus, polio, hepatitis B, MMR and chickenpox in Lynwood, Calif., in 2013.
A student gets a pertussis booster alongside required vaccines for diphtheria, tetanus, polio, hepatitis B, MMR and chickenpox in Lynwood, Calif., in 2013.

Measles Outbreak

5d ago

Measles Outbreak

Louisiana, Missouri and Virginia report first measles cases of 2025

All three patients’ cases are linked to international travel, officials said.
A nurse prepares the measles, mumps and rubella.
A nurse prepares the measles, mumps and rubella.

Measles Outbreak

6d ago

Measles Outbreak

What causes breakthrough measles infections even if someone is vaccinated?

A small number of people who are fully vaccinated may get sick during a large outbreak, doctors say.
A vial of the measles vaccine is seen on a table
A vial of the measles vaccine is seen on a table

White House replaces Covid resource page with lab leak website

The Trump administration has slashed billions in Covid funding on the grounds that “the pandemic is over.”
President Donald Trump speaks
President Donald Trump speaks
8d ago

Delayed ultrasounds, disrupted care: Pregnant women are hit with military insurance snafus

New and expectant mothers say they're facing confusion and chaos as they try to use Tricare health insurance, which covers members of the military and their families.

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