Alaska is still seeing COVID-19 cases, but some folks might have to wait a bit to get their shots. The state's health team is still pushing for people to get vaccinated, but they've tweaked their advice to match what the big shots at the CDC are saying. They're now suggesting that everyone aged 6 mo
The Browns, a family known for their unconventional lifestyle, took a bold step 15 years ago. They decided to share their lives on TV, hoping to challenge stereotypes about polygamy. Kody Brown, the family's patriarch, introduced his wives and children to the world with a mix of humor and honesty.
In Florida, doctors have the right to refuse care to unvaccinated patients, but Governor Ron DeSantis wants to change this. He believes it's wrong for doctors to turn away patients based on their vaccination status. This is a shift from his previous stance, where he supported doctors' freedom to run
Recent statements from high-ranking officials have stirred up controversy by linking autism to common medications and vaccines. The president and health secretary suggested that acetaminophen, found in Tylenol, might contribute to autism. This claim contradicts decades of research showing the medica
The Pentagon has introduced new rules that are making it harder for journalists to do their jobs. Now, reporters must promise not to look at or share any information that hasn't been officially approved. This includes even unclassified documents. If they don't agree to these terms, they could lose t
A man in his 30s passed away after riding the Stardust Racers roller coaster at Universal Orlando Resort's newest park, Epic Universe. The medical examiner's report stated that the cause of death was blunt impact injuries, but it did not provide specific details about the injuries or where they occu
Vaccines are like training camps for your immune system. They help your body get ready to fight off viruses. But there is more to it than just building general defenses. Scientists are still figuring out how vaccines affect the body's first line of defense, which is in your nose and throat. The COV
A recent Senate hearing shed light on the controversial firing of Susan Monarez, the former director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The hearing, led by Republican Sen. Bill Cassidy, aimed to uncover the true reasons behind her abrupt dismissal just weeks after her confirmat
Vaccination rates for kids are dropping in many parts of the United States. This is a big deal because it puts communities at risk. Experts say that to keep diseases from spreading, at least 95% of children should be vaccinated. But recent data shows that fewer than 4 in 10 counties meet this goal.
In a recent survey, only a small group of Americans, about one in four, trust that the Trump administration's changes to vaccine policies are rooted in science. This shift is notable because it goes against the widespread vaccination efforts that were initially pushed by the same administration. Th
