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As USAID comes to an end, study finds cuts could lead to 14 million additional deaths
Officials say foreign aid will now align with the administration's policies.
July 01, 2025RFK Jr. wants everyone to use wearables. What are the benefits, risks?
Kennedy said his vision is for every American to have a wearable within 4 years.
July 03, 2025Medical organizations sue HHS, RFK Jr. over 'unlawful' vaccine changes
The groups say Kennedy unlawfully cut COVID-19 vaccine recommendations.
July 07, 2025
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Major shift coming to what's inside America's ice cream
Dozens of U.S. ice cream producers are planning to remove artificial colors from their products by 2028, a dairy industry group and government officials announced.
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The truths and myths about sun exposure and natural vs. chemical sunscreens
ABC News' Linsey Davis is joined by dermatologist Dr. Jeanine Downie to talk about all things SPF and what sunscreen is best for your skin type.
July 14
July 14
New study shows rise in nicotine pouch ingestions among kids under 6
ABC News medical correspondent Dr. Darien Sutton explains a new study that shows a sharp rise in nicotine pouch ingestions among children under 6.
July 14
July 14
US ice cream makers say they'll stop using artificial dyes by 2028
Dozens of ice cream makers pledged on Monday to remove artificial dyes from their products by 2028
July 14
July 13
1 in 3 teens have prediabetes: CDC
Dr. Jessica Shepherd, chief medical officer for Hers, joins ABC News Live to discuss prediabetes in youth.
July 13
July 13
US aid cuts halt HIV vaccine research in South Africa, with global impact
South Africa has played a historic, global role in scientific research, from COVID-19 vaccines to HIV
July 13
July 11
Texas floodwaters can increase health risks that could last for months, experts say
Floodwaters can increase risk of injuries, illness and death.
July 11
July 10
New annual shot could replace monthly flea, tick treatments, FDA says
New treatment offers dogs year-round protection with a single shot.
July 10
July 10
Majority of children in Ukraine lack access to basic goods, services: UNICEF
One-third of kids in Ukraine live in homes without a functioning water supply.
July 10
July 10
North Carolina's first standalone children's hospital set to bring 8,000 jobs to a Raleigh suburb
North Carolina's first standalone children’s hospital will be built in a bedroom community of Raleigh
July 10
July 10
Judge rejects a challenge to Michigan's decades-long ban on publicly funded abortions
A judge has rejected a challenge to Michigan’s ban on taxpayer-funded abortions for low-income residents
July 10
July 10
House Democrats demand answers from CDC over recent changes to vaccine advisory panel
It comes after RFK Jr. replaced all the members of ACIP with his own picks.
July 10
July 10
Burkina Faso's only eye doctor for children sees the trauma of both play and conflict
Dr. Claudette Yaméogo is Burkina Faso’s only ophthalmologist who specializes in treating children
July 10
July 09
US measles cases hit highest number in 33 years: CDC
Measles cases in the United States have reached their highest number in more than 30 years, according to new federal data published Wednesday.
July 09
July 09
Natural disasters like Texas floods can affect mental health: Experts
Psychologists and disaster experts say natural disasters, such as the floods in Texas, can take a heavy mental health toll.
July 09
July 09
US measles cases hit highest number in 33 years, CDC data shows
This is the highest number of cases since 1992.
July 09
July 09
The US is having its worst year for measles in more than three decades
Measles cases in the U.S. are at their highest in three decades
July 09
July 09
Senate committee advances Susan Monarez to be Trump's CDC director
A U.S. Senate committee has approved Susan Monarez to be President Donald Trump’s director of the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
July 09
July 09
Burning of fossil fuels caused 1,500 deaths in recent European heat wave, study estimates
Scientists have linked last week’s European heat wave to human-caused climate change and estimate that climate change was responsible for 1,500 deaths
July 09
July 08
1 in 3 teens have prediabetes, new CDC data shows
Prediabetes increases a person's risk of developing Type 2 diabetes.
July 08
July 08
Chinese man charged with stealing COVID-19 research
A Chinese national has been arrested on suspicion of hacking into several U.S. universities’ computer systems to steal COVID-19-related research
July 08
July 08
Natural disasters like Texas floods can affect mental health, experts say
Natural disasters can lead to anxiety, depression and PTSD, experts say.
July 08
July 08
A German doctor suspected of killing several patients is now under investigation
German investigators say they are examining the case of a doctor who has been suspected of killing several patients
July 08
July 08
Medical groups sue HHS, RFK Jr. over 'unlawful' vaccine changes
Several major medical organizations filed a lawsuit against the HHS and Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. on Monday over what they are calling “unlawful" vaccine changes.
July 08
July 08
As US ends support, Liberia faces empty health clinics and unplanned pregnancies
Roseline Phay is a farmer in the West African nation of Liberia
July 08
July 07
ER visits for tick bites near record levels this summer across US
Children and the elderly face the highest risk.
July 07
July 07
Medical organizations sue HHS, RFK Jr. over 'unlawful' vaccine changes
The groups say Kennedy unlawfully cut COVID-19 vaccine recommendations.
July 07
July 07
CDC warns of high tick bite emergency visits
The CDC is reporting record-breaking emergency room visits for tick bites, with children and the elderly most affected.
July 07
July 07
Doctors and public health organizations sue Kennedy over vaccine policy changes
Doctors groups and public health organizations are suing the U.S. government over the decision to stop recommending COVID-19 vaccinations for most children and pregnant women
July 07
July 05
Weekend health roundup
A new study shows that more teens are vaping cannabis, but fewer know what’s actually in it. Plus, how emojis might be strengthening relationships.
July 05
July 03
Why the hepatitis B vaccine is safe and effective
The best way to prevent hepatitis B is to get vaccinated, and no evidence suggests the hepatitis B vaccine is unsafe, an infectious disease expert told ABC News.
July 03
July 02
Obesity drug prices are dropping, but getting a steady supply remains a challenge
Prices are falling for the popular obesity treatments Wegovy and Zepbound, but steady access to the drugs remains challenging
July 02
June 27
FDA expands warning label for COVID-19 vaccines
The Food and Drug Administration finalized the expansion of heart risk warning labels on Moderna and Pfizer’s mRNA COVID-19 vaccines. Dr. Alok Patel has more medical news to share.
June 27
June 27
Impact of cannabis use on male fertility
Dr. Alok Patel answers viewer questions about male fertility, the positives of a short nap during the day and a new study on ADHD medications.
June 27