CDC expands iceberg lettuce cyclospora outbreak to 15 states

Parasitic illness cases in 15 states have been linked to iceberg lettuce, U.S. health officials said Wednesday.

Texas investigates American Academy of Pediatrics over childhood vaccine recommendations

The Texas Attorney General’s Office said Wednesday it has opened an investigation into the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) over the group’s promotion of childhood vaccines.

Cyclospora outbreak: Restaurants seeing slump in sales after removing lettuce from menus

Restaurant chains and local eateries are grappling with a dip in customer foot traffic and inventory challenges after a massive cyclospora outbreak linked to shredded lettuce.

Hims & Hers sued over sending users health info to social media platforms

Digital telehealth platform Hims & Hers is facing a civil lawsuit over accusations of sending users’ health information to online advertisers after promising privacy. 

Frozen burritos sold by Costco mislabeled, spurring public health alert

A labeling error has led the U.S. Department of Agriculture to issue a public safety alert for frozen burritos made by a popular brand and sold in Costco stores.

There are now more ‘mosquito disease days’ in 95% of major US cities: See the map

Climate change is lengthening mosquito season across much of the U.S., giving disease-carrying mosquitoes more time to spread illnesses. A new analysis reveals which cities are seeing the biggest increases.

CVS offers new pharmacy option for pet owners

CVS Pharmacy is expanding into pet health care by allowing customers to fill common prescriptions for dogs and cats at roughly 9,000 locations nationwide.

Midlife TV binging linked to smaller brain structures, especially in men

The study found that the key parts of the brains of people who told researchers they watched TV "very often" during their midlife years were found to have smaller structures.

Tyson Foods to remove corn syrup, other additives from these popular brands

Tyson Foods, one of the largest food companies in the U.S. says it’s removing five chemical additives from its most popular brands, including Jimmy Dean, Hillshire Farm and more.

RFK Jr.'s advisory panel recommends new restrictions on MMRV vaccines

Doctors have raised concerns after Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. fired the entire panel and replaced it with vaccine skeptics.

Measles cases rising in US, health officials say: Here's why

Measles cases are on the rise in the U.S. for the second year in a row, with cases reported in five states.