Listen to the Latest ‘KFF Health News Minute’
The KFF Health News Minute is available every Thursday via direct download or the RSS feed. Aug. 6 Katheryn Houghton [CATH-er-in HOW-tun] reads the week’s news: Some older adults are seeking roommates to help them age in place. Plus, doctors say they shouldn’t be the ones determining if someone is too sick to comply with Medicaid’s […]
Doctor Reveals the Best Age to Start Building Bone Density
Everyone will experience some degree of bone loss with age. It’s natural and inevitable, just like wrinkles. While we can’t turn back time, it is possible to delay this process or prevent significant bone loss through lifestyle changes. You can also rebuild some bone density, but you’re much better off getting ahead of bone loss before […]
Chipotle Pulls Jalapeños Linked to Minnesota Salmonella Outbreak
Chipotle has removed certain jalapeños from its stores as public health authorities investigate a salmonella outbreak. So far, public health investigators in Minnesota have identified 110 cases of salmonella in the state that are part of the outbreak — which state authorities said may be linked to jalapeños served at Mexican-style, quick-service restaurants. Among the […]
Sophia Laforteza Is Taking a Hiatus from KATSEYE. Here’s Why
Members of the popular girl group KATSEYE are lending support to their bandmate Sophia Laforteza as she prepares to take a break from the group to focus on her health. The band issued a statement on Weverse, announcing that Laforteza will be “temporarily unable to participate in upcoming promotional activities” and noting that it’s “imperative […]
Girl With Sunflower Syndrome Had 500 Seizures A Day Until She Tried Blue Contact Lenses
Brandy Nickerson still remembers the day her daughter, Harper, suddenly started waving her right hand in front of her face at a playground. The family thought she was swiping at a bug, but from then on, Harper, 5 years old at the time, began to regularly repeat the movement as she turned towards the sun. […]
5 Lowest Risk Fruits and Vegetables to Eat as Cyclosporiasis Outbreak Grows
Summer is normally one of the best times of the year to enjoy fresh produce. But this year, outbreaks of a diarrhea-producing parasite called cyclospora have sparked concern over the safety of many popular fruits and vegetables. Since May, the United States has seen a surge in cases of cyclosporiasis, a stomach-churning infection which causes […]
Avoid This 1 Type of Job to Protect Heart Health, Cardiologist Says
TODAY’s Never Have I Ever series offers guidance about procedures and practices our trusted health experts would never participate in. Discover why they should be avoided and which healthy practices you should turn to instead. Our jobs can take a toll on our mental health, stress levels and even our hearts. The seemingly tamest career […]
Hunter Biden says Joe Biden’s cancer has spread
Former President Joe Biden’s son Hunter Biden told the BBC on Friday that his father’s cancer is spreading, describing it as “very debilitating” and “painful.” “It’s really hard,” Hunter Biden told the British broadcaster about his father’s condition in a televised interview. “It’s really sad to watch.” “I wish he would complain more, because it’s […]
Ariana Grande Breaks Silence on Stepping Back From Public Life Amid Weight Concerns
Ariana Grande is shedding light on her decision to take a break from public life after her “Eternal Sunshine Tour” wraps up Sept. 1. During her Aug. 3 concert, the singer briefly interrupted the show to speak directly to her fans and addressed an announcement that has left some fans worried about her well-being. “Is […]
Louisiana warns against flesh-eating bacteria after five deaths
Louisiana health officials are urging residents to take precautions against a flesh-eating bacterial infection following the deaths of five people this year. The Louisiana Department of Health issued a warning about the infection, known as Vibrio vulnificus, in a press release on Thursday. The department said nine people have been infected this year and five […]