Common supplements and medications could cause liver damage, studies show
Drug-induced liver injury cases are increasing, with common medications and supplements posing hidden dangers, especially for vulnerable populations.
Drug-induced liver injury cases are increasing, with common medications and supplements posing hidden dangers, especially for vulnerable populations.
Diet Coke linked to cardiovascular risks, experts warn: Here are healthier options
Dietitians say there are healthier beverage choices for those who opt to quit Diet Coke.
Dietitians say there are healthier beverage choices for those who opt to quit Diet Coke.
RFK Jr.'s 'Make America Healthy Again' report cited studies that don't exist
The 72-page report released last week cites hundreds of studies, some that were never published.
The 72-page report released last week cites hundreds of studies, some that were never published.
These 3 foods are the top sources of sodium in Americans' diets
A new study using NHANES data finds that pizza, soup, and chicken are the top sources of sodium in American diets, with notable differences across racial and ethnic groups.
A new study using NHANES data finds that pizza, soup, and chicken are the top sources of sodium in American diets, with notable differences across racial and ethnic groups.
ICE arrests 14 suspects in SoCal involved in COVID loan fraud scheme
The alleged criminal network, with some members believed to be in Armenia, involved concocting sham corporations, phony documents, and false tax returns to secure loans.
The alleged criminal network, with some members believed to be in Armenia, involved concocting sham corporations, phony documents, and false tax returns to secure loans.
HHS, led by vaccine skeptic RFK Jr., cancels contract to fight flu viruses
The Health and Human Services Department, led by vaccine skeptic Robert F. Kennedy Jr., has canceled $766 million in payments to develop a vaccine against pandemic flu viruses.
The Health and Human Services Department, led by vaccine skeptic Robert F. Kennedy Jr., has canceled $766 million in payments to develop a vaccine against pandemic flu viruses.
Skittles quietly removes controversial food additive amid MAHA report
The report listed additives of potential concern, including titanium dioxide.
The report listed additives of potential concern, including titanium dioxide.
Bay Cities Deli closed: Beloved Santa Monica bakery addresses closure
Bay Cities Italian Deli and Bakery in Santa Monica - renowned for its "Godmother" cold cut sandwich - was ordered to close by LA County Public Health officials.
Bay Cities Italian Deli and Bakery in Santa Monica - renowned for its "Godmother" cold cut sandwich - was ordered to close by LA County Public Health officials.
New COVID variant, NB.1.8.1, detected in California, other states
Airport screening in the US detected the new variant in California, Washington, Virginia and New York.
Airport screening in the US detected the new variant in California, Washington, Virginia and New York.
RFK Jr. ends COVID vaccine recommendation for healthy kids and pregnant women
U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. says COVID-19 vaccines are no longer recommended for healthy children or pregnant women, breaking from CDC guidance ahead of an upcoming advisory panel vote.
U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. says COVID-19 vaccines are no longer recommended for healthy children or pregnant women, breaking from CDC guidance ahead of an upcoming advisory panel vote.
New drug could lower risk of Alzheimer's disease, study finds
Researchers in a new study found that the drug showed an ability to protect the brain in a certain way, which is a critical defense against Alzheimer’s disease.
Researchers in a new study found that the drug showed an ability to protect the brain in a certain way, which is a critical defense against Alzheimer’s disease.
Popular beers found with high levels of dangerous 'forever chemicals,' study reveals
Recent studies have found that some beers brewed in the US have high levels of "forever chemicals" and are considered above the allowed EPA limit.
Recent studies have found that some beers brewed in the US have high levels of "forever chemicals" and are considered above the allowed EPA limit.
Oysters recalled for possible norovirus contamination
The FDA has alerted restaurants and food retailers in several states that they may have purchased oysters that could be contaminated with norovirus.
The FDA has alerted restaurants and food retailers in several states that they may have purchased oysters that could be contaminated with norovirus.
Social media use triples depression symptoms for pre-teens: Study
A new cohort study from JAMA Network Open found that social media use in early adolescence is linked to significantly increased depressive symptoms over time—tripling the odds of mental health struggles in pre-teens.
A new cohort study from JAMA Network Open found that social media use in early adolescence is linked to significantly increased depressive symptoms over time—tripling the odds of mental health struggles in pre-teens.
75% of sunscreens are not as effective as they claim, study suggests
The new report revealed that many sunscreens fell short on safety and efficacy standards.
The new report revealed that many sunscreens fell short on safety and efficacy standards.
RFK Jr.'s 'Make America Healthy Again' report calls for closer look at processed foods, pesticides, more
The report called for closer looks at ultra-processed foods and its impacts on childhood health, among other things.
The report called for closer looks at ultra-processed foods and its impacts on childhood health, among other things.
CVS staff get perks like beach days and donuts for hitting vaccine goals: Report
CVS is reportedly offering staff rewards like bonuses and pizza parties to increase vaccination rates, amid slowing demand and growing public skepticism.
CVS is reportedly offering staff rewards like bonuses and pizza parties to increase vaccination rates, amid slowing demand and growing public skepticism.
FDA will limit approval for seasonal COVID vaccines: What to know
Healthy younger adults and children will no longer be automatically approved for annual COVID-19 vaccines under a new policy from the FDA.
Healthy younger adults and children will no longer be automatically approved for annual COVID-19 vaccines under a new policy from the FDA.
Cucumbers recalled after Salmonella sickens 26 in several states; 9 hospitalized
The cucumbers may be within shelf life for the rest of this week, and the CDC says several people recently ate cucumbers on cruise ships leaving ports in Florida.
The cucumbers may be within shelf life for the rest of this week, and the CDC says several people recently ate cucumbers on cruise ships leaving ports in Florida.
LA Co. deputies pushed to brink amid mandatory double, triple shifts; 13 suicides reported since 2023
LASD is experiencing a mental health crisis, evidenced by at least 13 suicides among current and recently retired employees since 2023, with deputies being pushed to work mandatory double or triple shifts.
LASD is experiencing a mental health crisis, evidenced by at least 13 suicides among current and recently retired employees since 2023, with deputies being pushed to work mandatory double or triple shifts.