HEALTH
How to Avoid a Christmas Food Coma
Four nutritionists and a gastroenterologist share their tips with Newsweek for enjoying Christmas day without succumbing to an afternoon crash.
Millions of Americans Consider Themselves 'Sober Curious' Beyond Dry January
What may have started as a challenge to temporarily stop drinking has evolved into larger groups of 'sober curious' people who no longer drink at all.
Vegetable Cooking Method Linked to Harmful Fat Release
Trans fats, linked to heart disease, can come from junk food or by cooking certain vegetables in oil at high temperatures.
Influenza A: What Is the Virus and How Is It Linked to Bird Flu?
As flu season ramps up in the U.S., influenza is not as simple as it first appears, with several different strains in play.
Sausage Recall Sparks Warning for Three States: 'Health Hazard'
Italian pork sausages have been recalled by the USDA and given its highest risk classification, meaning they could cause death.
COVID Update: Map Shows States at Risk Ahead of Christmas
With Christmas just days away, 20 U.S. states have high or very high levels of COVID-19 in their wastewater, according to the CDC.
Scientists Warn of Harmful Release From Tea Bags
Tea bags could be exposing tea drinkers to billions of nanoplastics per sip, according to recent research.
Vegetable Recall Sparks Warning in 9 States
Vegetables are being recalled after the FDA noticed a mistake that could put customers at risk of "life-threatening" reactions.
Covid Map Shows Latest Rates Across U.S. Before Christmas
The CDC recommends that everyone aged 6 months and older should get a COVID-19 vaccine this season.
Beef Is Healthy if Unprocessed, Study Finds
An analysis of 20 studies found that eating unprocessed beef did not increase heart disease risk, contrary to popular belief.
Ancient Pill Secret From 2,500 Years Ago May Improve Gut Health
Researchers have investigated a medicinal clay that was "highly prized" as a therapeutic for various ailments in antiquity.
Maps Show Where Mask Mandates Are Returning Across US
Some fear the U.S. is headed for a "triple-demic" or "quad-emic" of infectious disease.
Map Reveals States Driving Fastest Population Growth In Decades
Texas, Florida, and California were found to be the states with the largest population increases over the past year.
Snake Bites Texas Woman Sitting on Toilet in Dark: 'Very Scary'
"I just want people to be aware this happens in real life and to be aware," said Maria Jaimes, who was bitten by the snake.
Nationwide Recall of Protein Powder Due to Allergy Risk
Organic chocolate-flavored protein powder is being recalled after a customer reported having an allergic reaction to it.
Baby Car Seats: More Than 600,000 Recalled Over Debris Dangers
"If a child restraint harness is not tight in a crash, the child could be injured," the National Highway Traffic Safety Association said.
Common Painkiller Might Not Be As Safe As We Think
One of the most common painkillers in the U.S. may increase the risk of heart failure and other health conditions among older adults.
Fake Meat Linked to Depression Among Vegetarians
Vegetarians who ate ultra-processed meat alternatives were 42 percent more likely to have depression, a study says.
Texans Warned Against 'Cedar Fever': Symptoms to Watch Out For
"Every single pollen cone on a juniper tree will open at one time, and it looks like the trees are on fire," arborist Robert Edmonson said.
Seafood Recall In Seven States Over Norovirus Fears
"Oysters and clams contaminated with norovirus can cause illness if eaten," the FDA said.
Nationwide Recall of Supplement Containing Drugs That Can Kill
Supplements are being recalled because they contain prescription diabetes drugs that could have fatal side effects.
Is Bird Flu a Potential Pandemic? Dangers of the Outbreak Explained
As California declares a state of emergency over bird flu, here is what scientists are saying about the dangers of the virus.
Map Shows US Cities Where Thousands Have No Running Water
More than 20,000 residents do not have access to running water in five of the top 15 biggest cities, a study revealed.
Anthem BCBS May Exclude Top Cancer Hospital From Coverage
Anthem BCBS and Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center have yet to reach a new contract agreement.