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Erika Edwards
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Rectal cancer deaths rising rapidly among millennials: ‘It’s a medical crisis’
Deaths from rectal cancer are rising rapidly among younger adults, an alarming trend that is confounding scientists trying to understand why millennials are so hard-hit.
Rectal cancer deaths rising rapidly among millennials: ‘It’s a medical crisis’
Deaths from rectal cancer are rising rapidly among younger adults, an alarming trend that is confounding scientists trying to understand why millennials are so hard-hit.
From childhood to old age, fluoridated water has no negative effect on IQ or cognition, study finds
Despite the claims of RFK Jr. and others, tests of intelligence and brain function were the same whether or not people drank fluoridated water while…
A deadly bacterial disease is making a comeback as vaccine rates fall
Hib, a deadly bacterial infection that causes meningitis, is making a comeback, doctors warn. They say the rise in cases is changing the way they…
Covid and flu shots in limbo as Trump administration mulls appeal over vaccine panel
After a federal judge blocked Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s vaccine policies, the Justice Department has yet to appeal the decision — and ultimately…
Trump is expected to name a new CDC head. ‘We don’t need a TV personality,’ one expert said.
As the Trump administration prepares to nominate a new director of the CDC, insiders say they worry the nominee will only further undermine trust in…
If states ban fluoride, more kids will get cavities and Medicaid costs could soar, study finds
If five states ban fluoride in drinking water, the costs to Medicaid for a significant increase in kids with cavities could top $40 million within…
If states ban fluoride, more kids will get cavities and Medicaid costs could soar, study finds
If five states ban fluoride in drinking water, the costs to Medicaid for a significant increase in kids with cavities could top $40 million within…
Rectal cancer rates are rising in U.S., driving an increase in illness in younger adults
A rise in rectal cancer rates is driving an increase in colorectal cancer diagnoses in people younger than 65, according to a report published Monday…
Measles is costing the U.S. millions of dollars. The true losses can’t be counted.
In 2026, there have been over 1,000 cases of measles. If vaccination rates keep dropping, the costs of medical care, public health efforts and lost…