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Opinion January 9, 2025

DAVID MARCUS: Biden's war on cigarettes belongs on the ash heap

Columnist and cigarette smoker David Marcus writes that a Biden administration proposal to lower the levels of nicotine in cigarettes is a de facto ban, and ill-advised.

Texas January 8, 2025

Texas officials say dead birds found in early January tested positive for bird flu

Texas officials on Wednesday confirmed several dead birds that were discovered earlier this month near Austin tested positive for bird flu.

Infectious Disease January 7, 2025

Is it safe to eat eggs amid bird flu outbreaks?

The spread of avian influenza (HPAI) has also impacted the nationwide supply of poultry products, including eggs. Experts discuss whether it's safe to continue eating eggs.

White House January 7, 2025

Biden admin working to effectively ban cigarettes in 11th hour proposal a 'gift' to cartels, expert says

A proposed FDA rule could effectively ban cigarettes currently on the market in favor of products with less nicotine. Cartels running the black market could benefit, an expert warns.

Health January 7, 2025

CDC monitoring possible spike of HMPV cases in China

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says there is a reported spike in human metapneumovirus (HMPV) in China, and they are monitoring it closely.

Health January 6, 2025

Louisiana reports first bird flu-related human death in US

A patient in Louisiana who had been hospitalized with the first human case of highly pathogenic avian influenza, or bird flu, has died, health officials said Monday.

Drinks January 4, 2025

At-home 'medicine ball' tea, soothing and warm, could help kick a cold

Ó£ÌÒÊÓƵ Digital talked to a nutritionist and dietitian for her recipe for a "medicine ball" tea that she says helps with colds, sore throats and stuffy noses.

Travel January 3, 2025

Popular Italian city officially bans cigarette smoking outdoors

The smoking of tobacco products outdoors in Milan, Italy, is now banned as the city moves to improve public health and environment ahead of the 2026 Winter Olympics.

Health January 3, 2025

Friends, family may protect against heart attack, stroke and type 2 diabetes, study suggests

A new study from Cambridge University scientists and others suggests that socializing with friends and family may help protect people against heart attack and others conditions and illnesses.

Health January 1, 2025

19 drug approvals in 2024 that had 'big clinical impact,' according to GoodRx

GoodRx released a list of 19 of the most influential drugs and vaccines approved by the FDA in 2024 to treat a variety of conditions. These medications are “slated to make a big clinical impact."

Health December 30, 2024

Choking emergency? How to do the Heimlich maneuver — and when to avoid it

A Mass General Brigham emergency care doctor shares step-by-step guidance on how to administer the Heimlich maneuver to adults, children and yourself in a choking event.