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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, 2025More than 14M children globally have not received a dose of any vaccine: WHO
Lack of access and conflict can lower vaccination rates, officials said.
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Medical rundown: this week’s top headlines
Dr. Alok Patel breaks down this week’s top medical headlines, including heightened premiums for insurance holders, expanded dairy dietary guidelines and rare deadly flesh eating bacteria.
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Affordable Care Act insurance anticipates biggest increase in premiums since 2018
People insured through the Affordable Care Act marketplace are likely to see their insurance premiums increase in 2026, according to a new analysis from KFF, a research group.
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Is cane sugar healthier than high-fructose corn syrup amid Coca-Cola switch news?
Experts say it all comes down to how much you consume.
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July 18
What can other states learn from Georgia's rollout of Medicaid work requirements?
The nation's only Medicaid work requirement program shows they can be costly.
July 18
July 17
Questions about surrogacy are raised in case of California couple with house brimming with kids
The removal of 21 children from a Los Angeles-area couple has put a spotlight on the practice of using surrogates to build a family
July 17
July 17
What is chronic venous insufficiency? Everything to know about Trump's diagnosis
The president was diagnosed after experiencing "mild" swelling in his legs.
July 17
July 17
FDA says Juul can continue selling e-cigarettes
The reversal comes nearly two years after the federal health agency ordered the company's e-cigarettes and vaping products be taken off the market.
July 17
July 17
Everything to know about chronic venous insufficiency after Trump's diagnosis
ABC News medical contributor Dr. Alok Patel breaks down what you need to know about chronic venous insufficiency, the circulatory disease President Donald Trump was diagnosed with.
July 17
July 17
Here's what to know about chronic venous insufficiency
Swollen legs led to President Donald Trump being diagnosed with what’s called chronic venous insufficiency
July 17
July 17
What the science says about dairy in diet amid RFK Jr. wanting to expand guidelines
U.S. guidelines currently recommend 3 servings for those aged 9 and older.
July 17
July 16
Healthy babies born in Britain after scientists used DNA from three people to avoid genetic disease
Researchers report that eight healthy babies were born with the help of an experimental technique that uses DNA from three people to help mothers avoid passing rare diseases to their children
July 16
July 16
Researchers try new ways of preserving more hearts for transplants
Two university hospitals are pioneering new ways to expand access to the lifesaving heart transplants for adults and babies
July 16
July 16
Will RFK Jr.'s push for psychedelic therapy help or hamper the emerging field?
Health Secretary Robert F
July 16
July 15
Why gentle exercise may help you sleep better, researchers say
A few downward dogs or a stroll around the neighborhood may aid sleep.
July 15
July 15
More than 14M children globally have not received a dose of any vaccine: WHO
Lack of access and conflict can lower vaccination rates, officials said.
July 15
July 15
Over 14 million kids globally have never received a accine
The children are also known as “zero-dose” children.
July 15
July 15
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.
July 15
July 14
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
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 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 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