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More than 2,000 measles cases reported in the US this year as ongoing outbreaks threaten elimination status

December 31, 2025 12:14 pm CNN Newsource

By Deidre McPhillips, CNN (CNN) — The United States has reported more than 2,000 measles cases this year, federal data shows, a higher… Continue Reading

A multistate salmonella outbreak may be linked to oysters. What people should know

December 31, 2025 8:01 am CNN Newsource

By Katia Hetter, CNN (CNN) — A multistate outbreak of salmonella infections likely linked to raw oysters has sickened more than 60 people… Continue Reading

The only waffle recipe you’ll ever need this holiday week

December 31, 2025 5:00 am CNN Newsource

By Karla Walsh, CNN (CNN) — Samin Nosrat was raised on a steady diet of Eggo waffles.Nosrat, who rose to fame on the heels of her James… Continue Reading

A sign advertises flu and COVID-19 vaccines at a CVS pharmacy in Miami

Flu activity is increasing sharply across the US

December 30, 2025 9:42 am CNN

CNN By Deidre McPhillips, CNN (CNN) — Most US states are experiencing high or very high flu activity, and levels continue to increase… Continue Reading

Flu activity is increasing sharply across the US

December 30, 2025 9:42 am CNN Newsource

By Deidre McPhillips, CNN (CNN) — Most US states are experiencing high or very high flu activity, and levels continue to increase… Continue Reading

The US has seen nearly 28,000 whooping cough cases this year. Here’s what you need to know

December 30, 2025 4:00 am CNN Newsource

By Asuka Koda, CNN (CNN) — For the second year in a row, the US has surpassed 25,000 whooping cough cases — another sign of the risks of… Continue Reading

Buyer beware: Dangerous products can linger on store shelves despite a recall

December 29, 2025 4:00 am CNN Newsource

By Brenda Goodman, CNN (CNN) — I was doing my regular weekly grocery shopping just before Christmas when I happened to cut through the baby… Continue Reading

Having a miscarriage is an often untold story in women’s health. Now I’m sharing about mine

December 28, 2025 7:00 am CNN Newsource

Essay by Miriam Finder Annenberg (CNN) — There is no way to prepare.For nearly two years, I couldn’t go inside one room in my house. If you… Continue Reading

This is ‘brain rot,’ a slang term with something to it

December 27, 2025 5:00 am CNN Newsource

By Madeline Holcombe, CNN (CNN) — You grab your phone and in that first swipe, you see someone traveling the world. Why aren’t you on… Continue Reading

Fernwood Montessori School is seen here on March 13 in Milwaukee

Milwaukee clears its public schools of lead paint hazards after 10 months of work

December 26, 2025 11:59 am CNN Newsource

By Brenda Goodman, CNN (CNN) — The city of Milwaukee says it has finalized its efforts to stabilize nearly 100 public schools that were… Continue Reading

In Retirement, Former Fire Chief Working on Behalf of Mental Wellness for First Responders

December 26, 2025 12:03 pm John Palminteri

The past Santa Barbara County Fire Chief Mark Hartwig says he will work towards mental health efforts for first responders. He is also active with… Continue Reading

Stationary bikes often keep riders in one position for extended periods

Can biking kill your sex life? A urologist weighs in

December 26, 2025 5:00 am CNN Newsource

By Dr. Jamin Brahmbhatt, CNN (CNN) — During the pandemic, I did what many other people did: I bought a stationary bike. I joined the group… Continue Reading

Tamiflu isn’t the only flu treatment available. These other options may fly under the radar – and provide relief

December 26, 2025 4:10 am CNN Newsource

By Jacqueline Howard, CNN (CNN) — When the flu strikes, it can feel relentless: rising fever, hacking cough, stuffy nose and sore throat.… Continue Reading

Pediatricians sue Trump administration to halt a nearly $12 million cut in federal grants

December 24, 2025 12:23 pm CNN Newsource

By Tami Luhby, Jacqueline Howard, CNN (CNN) — A leading pediatrics group is asking a federal judge to stop the Trump administration from… Continue Reading

Baker beware: How I was fooled by an AI-generated recipe

December 24, 2025 4:08 am CNN Newsource

By Brenda Goodman, CNN (CNN) — It started with the cutest little desserts: chocolate acorns with nut-covered caps that popped up in my… Continue Reading

An immersion blender could be the MVP of your kitchen

December 23, 2025 5:01 am CNN Newsource

By Karla Walsh, CNN (CNN) — Salt, fat, acid and heat are the essential elements of cooking to Samin Nosrat, who transformed them into her… Continue Reading

Tested positive for flu this holiday season? Here’s what you should do

December 23, 2025 4:05 am CNN Newsource

By Jacqueline Howard, CNN (CNN) — As millions of Americans hit the road or took to the skies for the holidays, another seasonal traveler is… Continue Reading

An older woman with the flu checks her temperature using a thermometer.

Tested positive for flu during the holidays? Here’s what you should do

December 23, 2025 4:05 am CNN

CNN, POOL, JOHNS HOPKINS BLOOMBERG SCHOOL OF PUBLIC HEALTH By Jacqueline Howard, CNN (CNN) — As millions of Americans hit the road or take… Continue Reading

With FDA approval of Wegovy pill, new era of oral GLP-1 weight loss drugs begins

December 22, 2025 3:17 pm CNN Newsource

By Meg Tirrell, CNN (CNN) — The US Food and Drug Administration on Monday approved a daily pill version of Novo Nordisk’s weight-loss drug… Continue Reading

Bipartisan bill expands benefits to first responders and families fighting service-related cancers

December 22, 2025 11:58 am Andrew Gillies

WASHINGTON D.C. (KEYT) – Bipartisan legislation expanding benefits to first responders suffering from fire response-related cancers nationwide was… Continue Reading