"health risks"

In a report by the American Cancer Society (ACS), researchers have identified that up to half of cancer deaths in the United States could potentially be prevented through lifestyle modifications. …

As summer heats up and families head to pools and beaches, water safety for children becomes crucial.  Drowning is a leading cause of death among young children, highlighting the need …

Recent research has shown that Wegovy and Ozempic, two popular weight-loss drugs, may reduce the risk of several obesity-related cancers.  The findings, published in the July 5 issue of JAMA …

A record-breaking heat wave is relentlessly sweeping across the United States, leading to unprecedented temperatures, health emergencies, and intensified wildfire conditions.  An excessive heat warning, the National Weather Service’s most …

A new study from Indiana University has revealed alarming levels of lead contamination across American households.  Led by biochemist Gabriel Filippelli, the research found that 25% of U.S. yards contain …

The state of Kansas has filed a lawsuit against pharmaceutical giant Pfizer, accusing the company of making misleading claims about the effectiveness and safety of its COVID-19 vaccine.  The suit, …

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has raised concerns that synthetic nicotine alternatives found in vapes, such as 6-methyl nicotine, could be more addictive than traditional nicotine.  These substances, …

Florida has enacted a law allowing doctors to perform cesarean sections outside of traditional hospital settings, a first in the nation, sparked by strong lobbying efforts from Women’s Care Enterprises …

Every day, tens of millions of Americans are exposed to carcinogenic chemicals through something as routine as driving their cars. According to a recent study published in the journal Environmental …

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has announced a grim milestone: a record 107,941 Americans died from drug overdoses in 2022, marking the highest toll in a single …