One year after shooting, CDC workers say they still feel like targets
A year after a shooting at the CDC, a half-dozen current and former staff who were on campus during the…
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admin AI creates 16 new viruses from scratch, showing promise for drug resistance and drawing warnings about potential for misuse
Scientists used an artificial intelligence program to create new viral genomes that are different from any known natural viruses and…
White House considering order targeting vaccines and autism despite advisers’ warnings
White House officials are mulling an executive order that would target vaccines and autism amid a push by President Donald…
What eggs, jalapeños, chickens and chameleons have in common this summer: salmonella
The United States is experiencing several major salmonella outbreaks connected to food and pets. Hundreds of people have gotten sick…
Why engaging your core isn’t always the answer
The strongest athletes have dynamic core stability that adapts to changing demands without restricting breathing or mobility, mind-body coach Dana…
FDA approves first mRNA-based flu vaccine
The US Food and Drug Administration on Wednesday approved the United States’ first mRNA-based flu vaccine for adults 50 and…
Large cyclosporiasis outbreak linked to lettuce now includes cases in 15 states
A large multistate outbreak of cyclosporiasis that has been tied to lettuce sold at restaurants such as Taco Bell and…
HHS shutting down Kentucky organ procurement group over safety concerns
The federal government is moving to shut down the organization that manages organ donations in the Kentucky region, US Health…
Avoiding 3 things during middle age may delay dementia risk by 13 years
How you manage three health factors may affect your risk of developing dementia sooner rather than later, a new study…
Dr. Erica Schwartz confirmed as CDC’s first official director in a year
The US Senate voted 51-44 on Wednesday to confirm Dr. Erica Schwartz as director of the US Centers for Disease…