Health

By Mira Cheng, CNN (CNN) — Kirsten Puccio gave birth to her daughter in August 2020. It was a moment she had both eagerly awaited and dreaded for months. Upon delivery, Puccio’s doctors were legally mandated to report her to the Massachusetts Department of Children and Families for child abuse and neglect because she was

By Deidre McPhillips, CNN (CNN) — People in at least two states have been hospitalized with botulism-like illness after receiving cosmetic injections – commonly known as “botox” – that were administered in non-medical settings. “Cosmetic injections should be an FDA-approved product, administered by licensed providers and in licensed settings,” the US Centers for Disease Control

By Jen Christensen, CNN (CNN) — In 2019 alone, more than half a million people died due to a stroke linked to high and low temperatures, a new study found. With the world getting warmer due to human-made climate change, that number is expected to rise. The study, published Wednesday in the medical journal Neurology,

By Kristen Rogers, CNN (CNN) — After Prince Harry’s accounts of a troubled relationship with his brother, Prince William, in his memoir, “Spare,” made waves, you may have wondered if there was any hope for a relationship so fraught — especially if you’re navigating a similar sort of rift. Though strong relationships among siblings have

By Phyllis Fagell, CNN (CNN) — CNN — At some point, most people will provide care for a loved one, whether their children, spouses or parents — and likely be the recipient of such care themselves. While those who are wealthy, like comedian Jay Leno, have the money to provide daily care for his wife, Mavis,

By Kristen Rogers, CNN (CNN) — Suicide rates among people of all ages in the United States have increased over the past two decades, making it a serious public health problem. Among US college athletes, suicide is now the second leading cause of death after accidents — and rates have doubled from 7.6% to 15.3%

By Sandee LaMotte, CNN (CNN) — The US Environmental Protection Agency has finalized stringent new regulations on levels of six perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances, or PFAS, in public water systems. However, the regulations do not apply to all drinking water in the United States and will take several years to go into full effect, leaving

By Jen Christensen, CNN (CNN) — The Biden administration finalized the first national standard to limit dangerous “forever chemicals” found in nearly half of the drinking water in the United States. Some environmentalists called the new rule a “huge breakthrough” and “historic” change that can help protect human health. The new standard is legally enforceable

By Amy Woodyatt, CNN (CNN) — At 23, only a few years into her professional surfing career, Becca Speak was sponsored by brands including Billabong, entering competitions and performing at the top of her game. She was enjoying her life and had lots to look forward to. But in an instant, she says, the sport

By Madeline Holcombe, CNN (CNN) — Gen Z is having a harder time than previous generations did at their age, according to new research. But the secret to increasing their happiness may be found in that data. The survey, which was conducted by Gallup in conjunction with the Walton Family Foundation, collected data from more

By Jocelyn Solis-Moreira, CNN (CNN) — Ramadan is coming to an end, which means it’s time to plan to celebrate Eid al-Fitr. The Islamic religious holiday marks the breaking of the dawn-to-sunset fast with a wide variety of delicious dishes. It also symbolizes a time of hospitality and feasting for Muslims after a month of

By Mira Cheng, CNN (CNN) — A new US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention study found that the more health-related social needs a woman has – like being food insecure or not being able to afford health care – the less likely she is to get a mammogram, the recommended screening for breast cancer.

By Jacqueline Howard, CNN (CNN) — As the first over-the-counter birth control pill in the United States hits store shelves, the company behind the product, Perrigo, is taking steps to ensure women are aware of this new contraception option. It’s turning to the WNBA for help. Two notable brands in women’s history — Opill, which

By Mira Cheng, CNN (CNN) — Using acetaminophen, the active ingredient in Tylenol, during pregnancy was not associated with increased risk of autism, ADHD or intellectual disability in children, a new study found. The study, published in the journal JAMA on Tuesday, analyzed the prenatal and medical records of about 2.5 million children born in

By Jessica DuLong, CNN (CNN) — Since time immemorial, humans have done their darnedest to try and cheat death. Today, as revolutionary advancements transform the stuff of science fiction into everyday reality, are we closer to extending our lifespan or even perhaps immortality? If so, do we really want eternal life? In his new book,

By Brenda Goodman, CNN (CNN) — The US Environmental Protection Agency issued new rules on Tuesday to protect neighborhoods near more than 200 manufacturing facilities that release airborne toxins such as ethylene oxide, chloroprene, benzene, vinyl chloride, 1,3 butadiene and ethylene dichloride. According to EPA studies, about 104,000 Americans live within 6 miles of factories

By John Bonifield, CNN (CNN) — An RSV vaccine already used for older adults could help protect people as young as 18 who are at increased risk of the disease, drugmaker Pfizer said in a news release Tuesday. The company said it would submit the information to the US Food and Drug Administration for potential expansion

By Kristen Rogers, CNN (CNN) — Using less salt in your food may seem boring, but the payoffs could be as big as a lowered risk of death, new research has found. Using a salt substitute when cooking was linked with a lower risk of dying early from any cause or from cardiovascular disease in

By Jacqueline Howard, CNN (CNN) — To spot breast cancer early, there are mammograms. To find colon cancer early, there are colonoscopies. But there is no standard test to detect early cases of pancreatic cancer, before cancer cells have spread and when surgery is more likely to be helpful. Finding pancreatic cancer early could help

By Sandee LaMotte, CNN (CNN) — Potentially toxic chemicals called PFAS (perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances) are found in surface and groundwaters around the world at levels much higher than many international regulators allow, a new study found. Called “forever chemicals” because they fail to break down fully in the environment, PFAS have been used since the