NUK glass baby bottles sold on Amazon recalled over high lead levels
The recalled NUK-branded baby bottles were not intended to be sold in the U.S., according to the Consumer Product Safety Commission.
The recalled NUK-branded baby bottles were not intended to be sold in the U.S., according to the Consumer Product Safety Commission.
Democratic lawmakers urge Biden to extend student loan payment pause
Lawmakers have urged the Biden administration to extend the current student loan payment pause past the end of August.
Lawmakers have urged the Biden administration to extend the current student loan payment pause past the end of August.
Georgia to allow people to claim unborn children as dependents on taxes
Georgia families expecting a child can now claim any embryos with a detectible heartbeat as a dependent on their state taxes.
Georgia families expecting a child can now claim any embryos with a detectible heartbeat as a dependent on their state taxes.
Eating ultra-processed food linked to faster cognitive decline in older adults, study says
Participants who ate more than 20% of their daily calorie intake from ultra-processed foods were more likely to suffer a decline in cognitive function, according to the study.
Participants who ate more than 20% of their daily calorie intake from ultra-processed foods were more likely to suffer a decline in cognitive function, according to the study.
Senate OKs bill to expand aid to veterans exposed to toxic burn pits, sends to Biden
The Senate has given final approval to a bill enhancing health care and disability benefits for millions of veterans exposed to toxic burn pits while serving in Iraq and Afghanistan.
The Senate has given final approval to a bill enhancing health care and disability benefits for millions of veterans exposed to toxic burn pits while serving in Iraq and Afghanistan.
Stress and the brain: Study finds certain types of stress can benefit your mind
The lead author of the study says low to moderate stress levels are connected to lower mental health problems and improved brain functioning.
The lead author of the study says low to moderate stress levels are connected to lower mental health problems and improved brain functioning.
Free COVID-19 vaccine clinics around Travis County from August 2-5
Clinics are open to all eligible individuals without registration or appointment and require neither identification nor insurance. All vaccinations are free.
Clinics are open to all eligible individuals without registration or appointment and require neither identification nor insurance. All vaccinations are free.
Even the simplest form of exercise can help with an aging brain, research hints
The U.S. study compared sedentary older adults assigned aerobic exercises or a simple stretching routine, along with group classes and instructors to keep them engaged.
The U.S. study compared sedentary older adults assigned aerobic exercises or a simple stretching routine, along with group classes and instructors to keep them engaged.
New smart glasses provide TV-like captions for the deaf community
It’s a revolutionary device for the deaf and hearing impaired.
It’s a revolutionary device for the deaf and hearing impaired.
Senator John Cornyn tests positive for COVID-19
Cornyn says he is vaccinated, boosted, and feeling fine.
Cornyn says he is vaccinated, boosted, and feeling fine.
3-year-old Pennsylvania boy contracts rare illness from tick bite
The transmission of a rare, dangerous and debilitating tick-borne disease seriously sickened an energetic, witty and generally healthy 3-year-old Pennsylvania boy.
The transmission of a rare, dangerous and debilitating tick-borne disease seriously sickened an energetic, witty and generally healthy 3-year-old Pennsylvania boy.
USDA proposes new rules on salmonella for food processors — or risk shutdowns
The CDC says approximately one in every 25 packages of chicken sold at grocery stores contains salmonella bacteria.
The CDC says approximately one in every 25 packages of chicken sold at grocery stores contains salmonella bacteria.
Food banks in America experience surging demand: 'No sign of it slowing down any time soon'
High gas prices plus supply-chain shortages and long-term pandemic effects are impacting food banks nationwide.
High gas prices plus supply-chain shortages and long-term pandemic effects are impacting food banks nationwide.
Pelosi to visit Asia with focus on COVID-19, climate change
Pelosi said in a statement she is leading a congressional delegation to Singapore, Malaysia, South Korea and Japan to discuss trade, the COVID-19 pandemic, climate change, security and “democratic governance.”
Pelosi said in a statement she is leading a congressional delegation to Singapore, Malaysia, South Korea and Japan to discuss trade, the COVID-19 pandemic, climate change, security and “democratic governance.”
Biden tests positive in 'rebound' COVID case for 2nd day in a row
He's tested positive for COVID-19 for the second straight day, in what appears to be a rare case of “rebound” following treatment with an anti-viral drug.
He's tested positive for COVID-19 for the second straight day, in what appears to be a rare case of “rebound” following treatment with an anti-viral drug.
NYC declares monkeypox outbreak a 'public health emergency'
In a statement, Mayor Eric Adams and Department of Health Commissioner Dr. Ashwin Vasan declared that the city's monkeypox outbreak was a "public health emergency" in order to fight the spread of the virus.
In a statement, Mayor Eric Adams and Department of Health Commissioner Dr. Ashwin Vasan declared that the city's monkeypox outbreak was a "public health emergency" in order to fight the spread of the virus.
Biden tests positive for COVID-19 again in 'rebound' case, doctor says
White House physician Dr. Kevin O’Connor said in a letter that Biden "has experienced no reemergence of symptoms, and continues to feel quite well."
White House physician Dr. Kevin O’Connor said in a letter that Biden "has experienced no reemergence of symptoms, and continues to feel quite well."
3-year-old Pennsylvania boy contracts rare illness from tick bite
A Pennsylvania mom shares her son's medical journey to help others recognize the signs of a potentially perilous illness
A Pennsylvania mom shares her son's medical journey to help others recognize the signs of a potentially perilous illness
Texas Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick now testing negative for COVID
Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick tested negative for COVID Friday and is not experiencing any symptoms, says his campaign.
Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick tested negative for COVID Friday and is not experiencing any symptoms, says his campaign.
Austin cookie company raising $1 million to create safe spaces for LGBTQIA youth
Wunderkeks says its goal to raise money isn't about expanding its business but to create safe spaces for LGBTQIA youth with the help of its signature pink boxes.
Wunderkeks says its goal to raise money isn't about expanding its business but to create safe spaces for LGBTQIA youth with the help of its signature pink boxes.