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E-Cig Companies Face Legal Action
Federal officials are taking legal action against six electronic cigarette manufacturers.
Preventing the Common Cold
Cold and flu season has arrived, but that doesn't have to mean you or your family will get sick. Outsmart germs with these simple strategies.
Formula Concerns Continue
Baby formula is not as hard to find as it was last summer, but it's still difficult in some parts of the United States.
COVID-19 Boosters Authorized for Young Children
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has extended its authorization for two COVID-19 bivalent vaccines.
Did the Ice Bucket Challenge Actually Help?
Remember the Ice Bucket Challenge? Most people do. But did it actually change anything?
C-Reactive Protein and Antidepressants
Levels of a particular protein in the blood of people with depression may predict how well antidepressants will work.
FDA Proposes Update for Food Labels
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is proposing an update to what can be listed as "healthy."
Flu Season Is Here: Don't Fall for Scam Products
Flu season is here to stay for the next few months. Here's how to protect you and your family.
Probiotics 101
You've heard about the importance of having a "healthy gut." You might've even heard about probiotics. But what is the real story on these so-called "healthy" bacteria?
Youth E-Cig Use Remains High
Millions of kids and teens in the United States use electronic cigarettes, according to the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA).