FDA moves to fast-track review of psilocybin and methylone for mental health
By Jacqueline Howard, Ben Tinker, CNN (CNN) — Some psychedelic drugs, once considered fringe, are getting a step closer to possibly being…
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The HPV vaccine can reduce certain cancers by half. Expert explains why men and boys should get it
By Katia Hetter, CNN (CNN) — A vaccine long framed as protection against cervical cancer in women is now showing clear benefits for men. Boys…
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Newer testing methods suggest significant silent spread of measles in the US, threatening elimination
By Brenda Goodman, CNN (CNN) — Measles crept into Utah and Arizona in June, with reports trickling into local health departments of patients…
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RFK Jr. wants to add specialists to preventive care panel. Experts say it’s the wrong move
By Tami Luhby, CNN (CNN) — Less than a year after remaking a key vaccine advisory committee, US Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F.…
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FDA approves first gene therapy for inherited deafness, shown to restore hearing for children with rare condition
By Meg Tirrell, CNN (CNN) — The US Food and Drug Administration on Thursday approved the first gene therapy for inherited hearing loss, a…
Continue Reading1 in 5 Americans may have a dangerous toxin in their tap water
By Sandee LaMotte, CNN (CNN) — Over 62 million Americans — roughly 1 in 5 people — may be exposed to potentially dangerous levels of…
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HHS rejects publication of study showing Covid-19 vaccines prevent hospitalizations, ER visits
By Brenda Goodman, CNN (CNN) — Covid-19 vaccines roughly halved the chances that a US adult would need to visit the emergency room or be…
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Can stress affect sperm? What men should know about fertility
By Dr. Jamin Brahmbhatt, CNN (CNN) — In my clinic, one of the first things I hear from men facing a fertility issue is often the same: “I…
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Ibogaine is drawing new interest from the Trump administration. Here’s what to know about the psychedelic
By Michal Ruprecht, Jacqueline Howard, CNN (CNN) — Psychedelic drugs, once pushed to the fringes of medicine, are gaining serious attention…
Continue ReadingIn the US, where people breathe increasingly dirty air, one small city stands out
By Jen Christensen, CNN (CNN) — The American Lung Association calls it a “grim indication of the deterioration of air quality nationwide”:…
Continue ReadingOn Capitol Hill, RFK Jr. defends vaccine policies, ongoing shakeups
By Sarah Owermohle, Tami Luhby, CNN (CNN) — US Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. had another long day on Capitol Hill…
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Summer Strong: Sitting is the new smoking
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) — It’s time to get “summer strong,” and this week’s focus is simple: get up and move. In the latest Summer…
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5 ways your doctor may be using AI chatbots — and why it matters
By Michal Ruprecht, CNN (CNN) — Millions of Americans are turning to AI chatbots for health answers. Doctors are, too. But the ways doctors are…
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Like ‘driving to San Francisco and back, every week’: In rural America, cancer patients face tall hurdles to get care
By Caleb Hellerman (CNN) — Andy Henard is used to doing things for himself. That’s the way to run a successful ranch and farming operation in…
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After a year of turmoil, cancer researchers see promising signs for mRNA vaccines
By Caleb Hellerman (CNN) — Vita Sara Blechner’s life changed on a Saturday afternoon. The middle school librarian was home in Oceanside, New…
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They tried everything, and nothing worked. Now, women are turning to cannabis for help
By Dr. Sanjay Gupta, CNN (CNN) — When I started filming the first “Weed” documentary back in 2012, I could not have predicted where this…
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Red light therapy and saunas may not just be snake oil. Here’s where the research stands
By Madeline Holcombe, CNN (CNN) — You have a problem? There is probably a product that claims to solve it –– especially in the longevity…
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Ultraprocessed foods are turning human thighs into well-marbled steaks
By Sandee LaMotte, CNN (CNN) — The image looks like a slice of highly marbled flesh, reminiscent of a high-end steak with abundant fine-grained…
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He’s taught millions about unhealthy attachments. Now, he wants to help you become secure
By Kristen Rogers, CNN (CNN) — You get home from a long trip and see a scribbled note is waiting for you on the table. “Call me. We need to…
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‘We just can’t go back’: How one mom dramatically cut her family’s technology use
By Kara Alaimo, CNN (CNN) — Ever wonder why your kid goes ballistic when you try to take their screen away? It’s mostly not their fault. That…
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