New year kicks off with a rise in respiratory virus infections and hospitalizations
New year kicks off with a rise in respiratory virus infections and hospitalizations – CBS News Watch CBS News Triple threat of respiratory viruses is driving an increase in infections and hospitalizations across the U.S. Dr. Celine Gounder offers tips to stay healthy and advice for what to do if you feel sick. Be the…
So THAT’S Why Drinking Alcohol Makes You Feel Worse As You Get Older
“Drink in moderation” is advice we hear often, but as most people can attest to after a booze-filled holiday season, it isn’t easy to stick to. When we can stick to moderate drinking, however, we usually feel pretty good about ourselves. According to the 2020-2025 Dietary Guidelines for Americans, moderate drinking is defined as no…
Ozempic, other weight-loss drugs may strengthen New Year’s resolutions, experts say: Health goal ‘boost’
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To reduce cancer risk, skip the alcohol, report suggests: ‘No safe amount’
For those participating in “Dry January,” another potential benefit of giving up alcohol has emerged. Giving up alcoholic drinks — or reducing the amount that’s consumed — could reduce the risk of getting oral or esophageal cancer, according to a special report published in The New England Journal of Medicine on Dec. 28. Researchers from…
Hospitals face rising cases of respiratory illnesses
Hospitals face rising cases of respiratory illnesses – CBS News Watch CBS News Hospitals across the country are dealing with higher cases of COVID-19, the flu and RSV. The increase is being fueled in part by holiday travel and gatherings. Meg Oliver has the latest. Be the first to know Get browser notifications for breaking…
Moderna stock pops after Oppenheimer says Covid shot maker could launch more products over next two years
Artur Widak | Nurphoto | Getty Images Shares of Moderna closed more than 13% higher on Tuesday after Oppenheimer upgraded the stock to “outperform,” saying the Covid vaccine maker could market five products by 2026. The upgrade follows a dismal 2023 for Moderna, whose only commercially available product is its Covid shot. The company’s stock…
New COVID variant JN.1 now comprises up to 30% of US cases: CDC
The latest variant of the COVID-19 virus, JN.1, is now responsible for an estimated 15% to 29% of cases in the U.S. as of Dec. 8, according to a posted update from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). JN.1, which is currently the country’s fastest growing variant, is expected to continue to increase…
Eating more vegetables and less meat may save you hundreds of dollars
I tried going vegetarian once when I was in high school. My best friend was a vegetarian, and I was curious. I lasted only about four days. My downfall: a buffalo chicken sandwich. Since that ill-fated attempt, I’ve never tried to curb my meat consumption. It’s just too dang tasty. But in 2022, a family…
Reckitt Benckiser unit recalls possibly contaminated baby formula powder, FDA says
Reckitt/Mead Johnson Nutrition has voluntarily recalled certain Nutramigen Hypoallergenic Infant Formula Powder products due to possible Cronobacter sakazakii contamination. Courtesy: Reckitt/Mead Johnson Baby formula maker Reckitt Benckiser’s Mead Johnson Nutrition has voluntarily chosen to recall certain batches of baby formula powder due to possible bacterial contamination, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. The…
