'Kissing bug' disease on track to be considered an endemic in US
According to experts from Texas A&M University, kissing bugs feed on blood and are most active at night. The insects thrive in warmer climate zones, especially during the spring and summer.
According to experts from Texas A&M University, kissing bugs feed on blood and are most active at night. The insects thrive in warmer climate zones, especially during the spring and summer.
RFK Jr.'s vaccine panel changes COVID-19 shot guidelines
For the first time since the shots were developed, the group has declined to recommend their use — instead leaving the choice up to those who want them.
For the first time since the shots were developed, the group has declined to recommend their use — instead leaving the choice up to those who want them.
CDC panel recommends change to childhood vaccine schedule
The CDC's latest move adds to growing confusion for parents as California and several other states begin crafting their own vaccine guidance.
The CDC's latest move adds to growing confusion for parents as California and several other states begin crafting their own vaccine guidance.
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.
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.
California releases its own vaccine recommendations as RFK shifts federal policy
In anticipation of restrictive federal immunization rules, state health officials issued their own vaccination guidelines on Wednesday, recommending that all Californians 6 months and older who want protection from the COVID-19 virus get this season’s updated vaccine.
In anticipation of restrictive federal immunization rules, state health officials issued their own vaccination guidelines on Wednesday, recommending that all Californians 6 months and older who want protection from the COVID-19 virus get this season’s updated vaccine.
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.
Doctors have raised concerns after Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. fired the entire panel and replaced it with vaccine skeptics.
Ex-CDC chief warns senators that RFK Jr. is endangering public health
Susan Monarez testified at a Wednesday hearing about disagreements with Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. on vaccine policies and losing her job at the CDC weeks later.
Susan Monarez testified at a Wednesday hearing about disagreements with Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. on vaccine policies and losing her job at the CDC weeks later.
New blood test can detect early signs of ALS, study finds
ALS is a difficult disease to diagnose, and researchers say they’ve found clues in the blood that can help with early detection.
ALS is a difficult disease to diagnose, and researchers say they’ve found clues in the blood that can help with early detection.
Bay Area P.E. teacher being honored for his kindness and 30 years of helping kids
A beloved Berkeley physical education teacher is set to be honored this week for his more than 30 years of dedication to the community’s kids.
A beloved Berkeley physical education teacher is set to be honored this week for his more than 30 years of dedication to the community’s kids.
Bay Area kidney donors, recipient gear up for 300-mile race in hopes of inspiring others
Some Bay Area kidney donors and recipients are defying expectations, as they take on a race more than 300 miles long.
Some Bay Area kidney donors and recipients are defying expectations, as they take on a race more than 300 miles long.
Acupuncture helps with chronic low back pain in older adults, study finds
A new study found that acupuncture treatment for older adults with chronic back pain could notably help their pain levels and the disability often caused by it.
A new study found that acupuncture treatment for older adults with chronic back pain could notably help their pain levels and the disability often caused by it.
Rising Cancer Rates in Younger Adults
Doctors warn cancer cases are climbing among people in their 40s and 50s ? far more than a generation ago. A new study points to sharp increases in 14 different types. Joining us with more perspective is Dr. Steve Lee, Oncologist at Kaiser Permanente East Bay.
Doctors warn cancer cases are climbing among people in their 40s and 50s ? far more than a generation ago. A new study points to sharp increases in 14 different types. Joining us with more perspective is Dr. Steve Lee, Oncologist at Kaiser Permanente East Bay.
Breakfast timing may hold the key to living longer, new research reveals
Research tracking nearly 3,000 adults shows higher survival rates for early breakfast eaters.
Research tracking nearly 3,000 adults shows higher survival rates for early breakfast eaters.
New MRI brain scan predicts Alzheimer's risk years before symptoms develop
Elevated levels of this certain chemical element in the brain could serve as an early warning sign for Alzheimer's disease, researchers say.
Elevated levels of this certain chemical element in the brain could serve as an early warning sign for Alzheimer's disease, researchers say.
Cake lovers unite: Massive Bay Area cake party to return
A popular cake-lovers’ extravaganza is set to return, and it will not only offer a chance for Bay Area cake lovers to converge, but it will be held at a new and much-anticipated waterfront park.
A popular cake-lovers’ extravaganza is set to return, and it will not only offer a chance for Bay Area cake lovers to converge, but it will be held at a new and much-anticipated waterfront park.
These states have the highest vaccination rates, data suggests
New data has ranked all 50 states across three key dimensions including children and teen immunization rates, adult and elderly rates, and immunization uptake disparities.
New data has ranked all 50 states across three key dimensions including children and teen immunization rates, adult and elderly rates, and immunization uptake disparities.
This over-the-counter spray could protect you from COVID-19: study
New breakthrough research suggests that a common, over-the-counter nasal spray used to treat allergies may protect against COVID-19 and potentially other respiratory viruses.
New breakthrough research suggests that a common, over-the-counter nasal spray used to treat allergies may protect against COVID-19 and potentially other respiratory viruses.
Deadly 'kissing bug' disease becoming endemic in the US: CDC
Chagas disease, also known as the “kissing bug" disease, is spreading across the United States, and some researchers believe it should now be classified as an endemic,
Chagas disease, also known as the “kissing bug" disease, is spreading across the United States, and some researchers believe it should now be classified as an endemic,
COVID-19 vaccine rollout creates confusion amid eligibility changes
Shifting federal guidelines and limited eligibility leave many Californians uncertain about how and whether they can get the COVID-19 vaccine shot.
Shifting federal guidelines and limited eligibility leave many Californians uncertain about how and whether they can get the COVID-19 vaccine shot.
Tylenol-maker shares sink after report says RFK's HHS will link drug to autism
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. directed the HHS to investigate potential causes of autism and will release a report on the findings.
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. directed the HHS to investigate potential causes of autism and will release a report on the findings.