Pediatric eating disorder hospitalizations are rising. Who is affected may surprise you
By Madeline Holcombe, CNN (CNN) — Clinicians, researchers and activists have stressed the need for better treatment and services of people with…
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6 healthy habits revealed by a ‘living legend’ and globe-trotting explorer
By Allison Gilbert, CNN (CNN) — When we count America’s greatest women explorers, most people tend to look everywhere but down. Think of…
Continue ReadingCost of lead poisoning drug jumps from $3,500 to $32,000, making it hard for hospitals to stock
By Meg Tirrell, CNN (CNN) — In August, the US Food and Drug Administration greenlit a new maker of an old drug used for the most severe cases…
Continue ReadingWeight loss drug Zepbound is now available, Eli Lilly says
By Giri Viswanathan, CNN (CNN) — Drug manufacturer Eli Lilly announced Tuesday that its flagship weight loss medication, Zepbound, is now…
Continue ReadingUS drug shortages are forcing ‘impossible choices’ for Americans, experts tell Senate committee
By Jen Christensen, CNN (CNN) — As director of the Lymphoma Clinical Research program at M.D. Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, Dr. Jason…
Continue ReadingWhy is it important to remove lead from water pipes? A doctor explains
By Deblina Chakraborty, CNN (CNN) — Last week, the US Environmental Protection Agency proposed a rule that would require water systems across…
Continue ReadingErectile Dysfunction’s Impact on Your Partner and Relationship
Dr. Abram McBride here, the Men’s MD. Today, I want to share a story about a patient I recently saw in my clinic that, in my opinion, represents the…
Continue ReadingA new immunization hinted at an end to bad RSV seasons. But an ongoing shortage means babies are still getting sick
By Brenda Goodman, CNN (CNN) — As a pulmonary critical care specialist, Dr. Cassondra Cramer-Bour knows intimately what RSV, or respiratory…
Continue ReadingWhat’s your Brain Care Score? The answer may indicate your dementia risk
By Kristen Rogers, CNN (CNN) — What if you could assess your risk of developing dementia or having a stroke as you age without medical…
Continue ReadingWhat is toxic ‘breadcrumbing’? Experts share signs and how to address it
By Kristen Rogers, CNN (CNN) — They love me, they love me not — the phrase sounds like an innocent children’s game. But for some people…
Continue ReadingIn Gaza, disease could be even deadlier than airstrikes, WHO says
By Jacqueline Howard, CNN (CNN) — As the Israel-Hamas conflict continues, there’s growing concern about how the situation may raise the risk…
Continue ReadingBuried by your to-do list? Here are 5 tips to help you dig out
By Andrea Kane, CNN Season 8 of the podcast Chasing Life with Dr. Sanjay Gupta gets back to basics with an in-depth examination of the brain in…
Continue ReadingHow a 1976 mass kidnapping changed how the world sees childhood trauma
By Giri Viswanathan, CNN (CNN) — One sunny afternoon in July 1976, 26 children and their bus driver vanished on the ride home from school in…
Continue ReadingWhat to know about Mycoplasma, the bacteria behind recent spikes in pneumonia cases in Ohio and overseas
By Brenda Goodman, CNN (CNN) — China, Denmark, France and the Netherlands have all recently reported an increase in cases of pneumonia in…
Continue ReadingIllnesses linked to lead in applesauce pouches mount as FDA narrows in on source
By Deidre McPhillips, CNN (CNN) — The US Food and Drug Administration is urging consumers to continue to avoid recalled applesauce pouches amid…
Continue ReadingJennifer Garner lets her kids experience ‘benign neglect.’ Here is why you should, too
By Madeline Holcombe, CNN (CNN) — Actress Jennifer Garner isn’t a helicopter mom. “I want to be around. But I also think it’s OK if they…
Continue ReadingDon’t get sick from salmonella this holiday season
By Lisa Drayer, CNN (CNN) — The holidays are here, which means it’s a good time to pay attention to safe food handling practices when cooking…
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As salmonella outbreak expands, CDC advises against eating pre-cut cantaloupe if brand is unknown
By Katherine Dillinger, CNN (CNN) — Cantaloupes that are contaminated with salmonella continue to make people sick across the country, the US…
Continue ReadingThe threat of respiratory illnesses is underway, CDC director says, and hospitalizations are on the rise
By Brenda Goodman and Deidre McPhillips, CNN (CNN) — Dr. Mandy Cohen, director of the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, updated a…
Continue ReadingFrom ‘menty b’ to ‘grippy socks,’ internet slang is taking over how we talk about mental health
By Leah Asmelash, CNN (CNN) — In the midst of vacation planning, Natalie Williams was feeling overwhelmed. Life was hectic, and booking a trip…
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