ADHD drugs work, but not the way experts thought
New brain research could reshape our understanding of ADHD and the most common drugs that treat it. View original article Contributor: Mark Johnson
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These are the vaccines the CDC no longer broadly recommends to children
The Trump administration is widely recommending fewer childhood immunizations, including for influenza, rotavirus and hepatitis A. View original article Contributor: Lena H. Sun, Paige Winfield Cunningham
First GLP-1 weight-loss pill is now available, with pledge of abundant supply
The Wegovy pill is now available in the starting dose at pharmacies and telehealth platforms nationally, opening a new phase in the GLP-1 weight-loss era. View original article Contributor: Daniel Gilbert
U.S. overhauls childhood vaccine schedule, recommends fewer shots
The U.S. no longer broadly recommends vaccines for flu, hepatitis A, rotavirus and meningococcal disease. Health officials say the guidance aligns with that of peer countries. View original article Contributor: Lena H. Sun, Paige Winfield Cunningham
Expanded cervical cancer screenings to be covered by most private insurance
The Department of Health and Human Services is endorsing self-collected vaginal samples for screening and requiring most private insurance plans to cover testing without cost sharing. View original article Contributor: Allyson Chiu
What viruses an infectious-disease doctor is watching for in 2026
I research virus outbreaks around the world. Here’s what I’ll be keeping an eye on in 2026 that could cause infections in unexpected places or cases. View original article Contributor: Patrick Jackson | The Conversation
Medical Mystery: She battled bladder accidents for decades before doctors found the problem
A woman’s decades-long struggle with incontinence was finally solved when doctors discovered a rare condition. View original article Contributor: David Wahlberg
Quest for a drug that lowers an artery-clogging particle nears finish line
High levels of lipoprotein(a) often go undetected and can afflict seemingly healthy people. A clinical trial will show whether lowering levels can reduce risk of heart disease. View original article Contributor: Daniel Gilbert
Flu cases are rising with a strain that makes older people sicker
Flu season is ramping up in the U.S., marked by a new strain that could make vaccines less effective. Covid cases remain down. View original article Contributor: David Ovalle
Day cares say they are unfairly punished over misleading Minnesota video
The Trump administration announced federal child care funding restrictions after a viral video by a conservative activist suggested Minneapolis day cares operated fraudulently. View original article Contributor: Paige Winfield Cunningham, David Ovalle, Caroline O’Donovan