Dr. Casey Means, a wellness influencer who rose to prominence by lambasting traditional medicine and accusing pharmaceutical companies of corruption, bore little resemblance to her online persona Wednesday when she…
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After CDC vaccine changes, states push to keep childhood shots free, accessible
As the Trump administration shakes up recommendations for childhood vaccines, a growing number of states are moving quickly to ensure vaccines remain free and health care workers are protected from…
New studies warn of health risks in hair extensions often marketed to Black women
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Federal panel behind cancer screening recommendations hasn’t met in nearly a year
The federal task force that shapes recommendations for cancer screenings, heart disease prevention and other preventive services has not convened in almost a year — and it’s unclear whether the…
Former Miami Heat star Chris Bosh ‘lucky to be alive’ following health episode
Basketball Hall of Famer Chris Bosh is “lucky to be alive” after waking up “covered in my own blood” during a recent health scare that’s given him a new appreciation…
A look into extreme beauty trend ‘looksmaxxing’ gaining popularity in young men
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Lupita Nyong’o Talks Struggle With Fibroids, Advocating for Women
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Lawsuit alleges insurance company provider list is a “Ghost Network”
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Microplastics found in prostate tumors in small study
In a new study, researchers found microplastics deep inside prostate cancer tumors, raising more questions about the role the ubiquitous pollutants play in public health. The findings — which come…
CDC’s second-in-command abruptly steps down
The principal deputy director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Dr. Ralph Abraham, abruptly stepped down from his position Monday, the agency announced, citing “unforeseen family obligations.” Abraham…