The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is under pressure to review the safety of mifepristone, a medication commonly used in abortions. This push comes from Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. He cited a recent report that claims a much higher rate of serious complications from
Mercury is a sneaky pollutant. It can travel far from its source and end up in unexpected places. This is a problem for freshwater turtles. They are already struggling with habitat loss and over-collection. Now, they face another threat: mercury pollution. Mercury finds its way into water bodies. I
Sweden is known for its high life expectancy and low rates of preventable deaths. This is largely due to a healthcare system that provides care to everyone living in the country. The system is a mix of state, regional, and local efforts. The national government sets the rules and has agencies that w
A significant ruling came down from the European Court of Justice. The court ordered the release of text messages exchanged between European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and Pfizer CEO Albert Bourla. This decision came after a lengthy battle for transparency. The New York Times
SCAD, or Spontaneous Coronary Artery Dissection, is a serious health issue that can leave lasting emotional impacts. Survivors often need psychological help to bounce back. A recent effort tested an online support group program for SCAD survivors. This program was created with input from doctors, su
Mariska Hargitay, the star of Law & Order: Special Victims Unit, has a family history that took a surprising turn. She discovered a long-kept family secret that changed her life forever. This revelation came during the making of a documentary about her mother, Jayne Mansfield. Jayne was a famous m
Human cytomegalovirus (hCMV) is a tricky virus. It can cause serious problems for unborn babies, newborns, and people with weak immune systems. Right now, doctors do not have a vaccine to prevent it. Plus, there are not many treatments available. This makes fighting hCMV a real challenge. Researche
Black women in England face a tough challenge when it comes to HIV prevention. They are at a higher risk of getting HIV, but they often miss out on getting PrEP, a medicine that can stop HIV before it starts. This is a big problem because most studies and efforts have focused on men who have sex wit
The Food and Drug Administration has finally given the green light to Novavax's COVID-19 vaccine. However, there's a twist. This vaccine is not for everyone. It's mainly for adults aged 65 and up, or those between 12 and 64 with health issues that make COVID-19 more dangerous. This is quite differen
The FDA has given the green light to the Novavax COVID-19 vaccine. However, it comes with a catch. The vaccine is only for older adults and those over 12 with health issues that put them at high risk from COVID. This decision follows years of testing. The CDC has been discussing whether to limit CO
