New Jersey's health department is sticking to its guns. They want all newborns to get the hepatitis B vaccine within 24 hours of birth. This decision comes as a federal panel, led by Robert F. Kennedy Jr. , is thinking about changing the rules. Seven states, including New Jersey, have teamed up. Th
TSMC, the world's leading chipmaker, is spreading its wings beyond Taiwan. This isn't just about growth; it's a strategic response to global tensions and market demands. Taiwan has been the heart of TSMC's operations for nearly 40 years. Its chips power everything from smartphones to cars. But geop
Crypto exchanges face a tough challenge. They must follow global rules while keeping things easy for regular traders. Toobit, a major exchange, is trying to find a middle ground. It serves over 4 million users and handles more than $30 billion in trades daily. The company's CEO, Ray Lee, says Toobit
High blood pressure is a big problem for many people. A new treatment called kidney denervation might help. It is a small operation where doctors use a tiny tube to target nerves around the kidneys. This is done to lower blood pressure. The U. S. FDA has given the green light to this treatment. Doc
People are using health apps and wearables more than ever. These tools help with diet, exercise, and tracking health. But not everyone uses them the same way. Body weight seems to play a role in how much people engage with these digital health tools. Some people stick with them, while others drop of
A federal appeals court made a big decision. They said Alina Habba can't be the acting U. S. attorney in New Jersey. She used to be President Trump's personal lawyer. The court said her appointment was not right. They think she broke a law called the Federal Vacancies Reform Act. Three men facing c
Medicare Advantage insurers are celebrating a major victory with new rating rules. The Trump administration has revived a bonus system that rewards insurers with high ratings. This change means insurers could see a $13 billion boost. But what does this mean for patients? The new rules bring back th
Baltimore is seeing more Mpox cases this year, but don't panic. Health officials say the risk to most people is still low. Since January, there have been 24 cases, with over half happening after September. Last year, only seven cases were reported in the whole year. This might sound scary, but it's
The U. S. Department of Health and Human Services made a significant change recently. They picked Kirk Milhoan, a doctor who specializes in children's heart health, to lead a key group. This group gives advice to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on vaccines. The group is meeting soon t
Congo has declared the end of its latest Ebola outbreak, marking a significant win in the country's fight against the deadly virus. The 16th outbreak, which began in September 2023, has left a trail of 53 confirmed cases and 43 deaths. The health minister, Roger Kamba, announced the good news in Kin
