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By I. Edwards HealthDay ReporterFRIDAY, March 14, 2025 (HealthDay News) — Hours before his scheduled Senate confirmation, the White House has withdrawn the nomination of Dr. Dave Weldon to lead the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).Weldon, a Republican and former congressman, said he was told Wednesday night …

However, preference is diminished, though not completely erased, when told artificial intelligence is involved

Lower rate of change in Early Development Instrument scores seen for language and cognitive development

By Carole Tanzer Miller HealthDay ReporterTHURSDAY, March 13, 2025 (HealthDay News) — Two groups focused on food safety and environmental toxins have sued Girl Scouts of America, claiming that their perennially popular cookies are tainted with pesticides and heavy metals.GMO Science and Moms Across America filed court documents Monday in …

By I. Edwards HealthDay ReporterTHURSDAY, March 13, 2025 (HealthDay News) — A growing measles outbreak has led to 222 reported cases across Texas, New Mexico and Oklahoma in 2025, with health officials urging more people to get vaccinated.During an interview with Fox News, U.S. Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary …

Agency says 90 percent of tested products have undetectable or extremely low levels of benzene

By I. Edwards HealthDay ReporterTHURSDAY, March 13, 2025 (HealthDay News) — A key federal agency responsible for addiction and mental health services is facing deep staff cuts.The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), which has a $7.2 billion budget, oversees vital services such as the 988 National Suicide …

However, white wine significantly associated with increased risk for cancer among women and in analyses restricted to cohort studies

No new safety signals or reports of deaths, thromboembolic events, or major cardiovascular events reported

Spouses report progressively providing less assistance to the patient in daily activities over time