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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 04
Foreign medical residents fill critical positions, but run into visa issues
Some hospitals in the U.S. are without essential staff because international medical residents set to start their training this week were delayed by the Trump administration’s travel and visa restrictions
July 04
July 03
Republican megabill will mean higher health costs for many Americans
Major healthcare overhaul threatens coverage for millions Americans.
July 03
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 03
RFK Jr., CDC panel casting doubt on the hepatitis B vaccine. Here's why it's safe
The first dose of the hepatitis B vaccine is recommended at birth.
July 03
July 03
RFK 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
July 02
FDA vaccine official restricted COVID vaccine approvals against the advice of agency staff
A top official at the Food and Drug Administration recently overruled government scientists on the availability of two COVID-19 vaccines
July 02
July 02
Former CDC officials warn proposed budget cuts could cost American lives in 2026
A budget proposal would slash agency funding by more than half by 2026.
July 02
July 02
Nearly 368,000 pounds of Oscar Mayer turkey bacon recalled over possible listeria contamination
The maker of Oscar Mayer turkey bacon is recalling nearly 368,000 pounds of the product because it may be contaminated with listeria bacteria
July 02
July 02
As measles cases near 30-year high in US, this state confirms 1st in 15 years
The case was confirmed in an unvaccinated child in central Wyoming.
July 02
July 01
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
July 01
HHS layoffs were likely unlawful and must be halted, US judge says
Executive branch doesn't have authority to change agencies created by Congress.
July 01
June 30
New York City doctor pleads guilty to sexually abusing patients in hospital
A New York doctor has pleaded guilty to multiple counts of rape and sexual abuse
June 30
June 30
Who might lose Medicaid coverage under Trump's megabill
Experts say work requirements might force people off Medicaid.
June 30
June 30
'Significant burden' of sleep apnea could 'double' as temperatures rise: Study
Obstructive sleep apnea affects about 1 billion people globally.
June 30
June 30
Supreme Court throws out appellate rulings in favor of transgender people in 4 states
The Supreme Court has thrown out appellate rulings in favor of transgender people in four states following the justices’ recent decision upholding a Tennessee ban on certain medical treatment for transgender youths
June 30
June 30
This Ukrainian woman beat cancer. But her fight to free her captive husband isn’t over
A Ukrainian woman, Olha Kurtmalaieva, has endured cancer and war while fighting to bring her husband home from Russian captivity
June 30
June 27
Male infertility: 5 lifestyle factors that could be hurting your fertility
New research suggests one-third of fertility issues stem from male factors.
June 27
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
June 26
Idaho doctor, patients sue over new law halting public benefits to immigrants in US unlawfully
A new Idaho law restricting public benefits for undocumented immigrants is facing a legal challenge
June 26
June 26
Philadelphia's schools accused of failing to properly inspect asbestos in buildings
Philadelphia’s public schools are facing federal criminal allegations of failing to properly inspect eight schools for damaged asbestos
June 26
June 25
What meeting of CDC advisory panel means for vaccines
ABC News’ Alex Presha and medical contributor Dr. Alok Patel discuss the meeting of the CDC’s vaccine advisory panel.
June 25
June 21
Weekend health roundup
ABC News medical contributor Dr. Alok Patel breaks down what to know about new COVID-19 variant that causes “razor blade throat,” new skin cancer warnings for people of color, and more.
June 21
June 20
New COVID variant causing ‘razor blade throat’
The variant, known as NB.1.8.1, has been nicknamed by some as “razor blade throat” due to the painful symptom.
June 20
June 20
Ethical questions arise over case of brain-dead pregnant woman in Georgia
Adriana Smith, a brain-dead woman in Georgia, was kept on life support until her fetus was viable. Experts say it raises ethical and legal questions.
June 20