US birthrates: People over 40 giving birth surpass teens for first time
A new CDC report confirms a growing shift: More people are having children later in life, with births among those 40 and older now outpacing teen births for the first time in U.S. history.
A new CDC report confirms a growing shift: More people are having children later in life, with births among those 40 and older now outpacing teen births for the first time in U.S. history.
Trump reportedly ponders $5K baby bonus as US fertility rate remains near record low
The Trump administration is reportedly looking at ways to incentivize having a baby to increase the U.S. birth rate, which remains near a record low according to newly-released CDC data.
The Trump administration is reportedly looking at ways to incentivize having a baby to increase the U.S. birth rate, which remains near a record low according to newly-released CDC data.
RFK Jr. to launch national autism registry collecting Americans’ medical records
The Health and Human Services secretary has vowed to do detailed studies on the causes of autism, which he has referred to as a “preventable disease."
The Health and Human Services secretary has vowed to do detailed studies on the causes of autism, which he has referred to as a “preventable disease."
Texas couple sues DFPS after baby was taken over at-home jaundice treatment
A couple whose baby was taken away by the state after they chose to have their midwife treat the child for jaundice instead of taking it to the hospital filed a lawsuit against the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services.
A couple whose baby was taken away by the state after they chose to have their midwife treat the child for jaundice instead of taking it to the hospital filed a lawsuit against the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services.
Planning for Pope Francis' funeral
The Catholic faithful are continuing to mourn the passing of Pope Francis. Meanwhile, preparations are underway for his funeral and the conclave that will determine his successor
The Catholic faithful are continuing to mourn the passing of Pope Francis. Meanwhile, preparations are underway for his funeral and the conclave that will determine his successor
Texas hospitals spent millions caring for non-citizens, according to HHSC
The Texas Health and Human Services Commission said hospitals have seen tens of thousands of visits from non-citizens since they starting asking for immigration status in November.
The Texas Health and Human Services Commission said hospitals have seen tens of thousands of visits from non-citizens since they starting asking for immigration status in November.
FDA aims to eliminate petroleum-based synthetic dyes in food by end of 2026
The FDA currently allows 36 color additives, including eight synthetic dyes.
The FDA currently allows 36 color additives, including eight synthetic dyes.
Texas measles outbreak 2025: Cases surpass 600
State health officials on Tuesday said the number of measles cases in the state linked to a West Texas outbreak has grown to 624 since January.
State health officials on Tuesday said the number of measles cases in the state linked to a West Texas outbreak has grown to 624 since January.
FDA warns of dangerous chemicals in some gel nail polish removers: What to know
The FDA has issued a warning after discovering methylene chloride, a banned and potentially cancer-causing solvent, in several gel nail polish remover products.
The FDA has issued a warning after discovering methylene chloride, a banned and potentially cancer-causing solvent, in several gel nail polish remover products.
New Army fitness test announced: Here's what soldiers must complete
The U.S. Army announced a new physical fitness test, including gender-neutral standards for soldiers in 21 combat jobs and no longer includes the "yeet." Here's what to know.
The U.S. Army announced a new physical fitness test, including gender-neutral standards for soldiers in 21 combat jobs and no longer includes the "yeet." Here's what to know.
Pope Francis dies: Austin Catholics mourn loss of pontiff
Catholics in Central Texas are mourning Pope Francis, and reflecting on his unique legacy.
Catholics in Central Texas are mourning Pope Francis, and reflecting on his unique legacy.
Measles outbreak spreads to 9th state: What to know
The confirmed cases of measles are the first Montana has had in 35 years.
The confirmed cases of measles are the first Montana has had in 35 years.
FDA plans to phase out use of petroleum-based synthetic dyes in food
Some states have already moved to restrict some synthetic dyes and the FDA banned Red 3 from the nation’s food supply.
Some states have already moved to restrict some synthetic dyes and the FDA banned Red 3 from the nation’s food supply.
Pope Francis' cause of death revealed by Vatican
Francis made his final public appearance on Easter Sunday, blessing crowds from the same balcony where he was first introduced as pope in 2013.
Francis made his final public appearance on Easter Sunday, blessing crowds from the same balcony where he was first introduced as pope in 2013.
Cardinal Kevin Farrell, former Dallas Bishop, to lead Catholic Church until new pope is chosen
Following Pope Francis' death, Cardinal Kevin Farrell will oversee the day-to-day duties of the Catholic Church until a successor is elected.
Following Pope Francis' death, Cardinal Kevin Farrell will oversee the day-to-day duties of the Catholic Church until a successor is elected.
Measles outbreaks now declared in 8 states, including Michigan's first in 5 years
An outbreak consists of three or more cases that share a source of infection, according to CDC.
An outbreak consists of three or more cases that share a source of infection, according to CDC.
States look to ban soda, junk food from SNAP benefits
Several states, including Texas, are looking to make changes to what SNAP benefits, often known as food stamps, can be used to buy.
Several states, including Texas, are looking to make changes to what SNAP benefits, often known as food stamps, can be used to buy.
Measles spreads in Texas
The Texas Department of State Health Service said it's confirmed another 36 measles cases since April 15. Now, there have also been potential exposures at several locations in North Texas
The Texas Department of State Health Service said it's confirmed another 36 measles cases since April 15. Now, there have also been potential exposures at several locations in North Texas
Covid.gov website changed by Trump administration to promote lab leak theory
The covid.gov website shows a photo of President Donald Trump walking between the words “lab" and “leak" under a White House heading
The covid.gov website shows a photo of President Donald Trump walking between the words “lab" and “leak" under a White House heading
Deadly E. coli outbreak went unpublicized by FDA despite affecting 15 states: report
In total, 36 people were hospitalized and one person has died.
In total, 36 people were hospitalized and one person has died.