By Will Dunham WASHINGTON, Dec 4 (Reuters) - Paleontologists for decades debated whether meat-eating dinosaur Nanotyrannus was actually just a juvenile Tyrannosaurus.

A throat bone settles it - Nanotyrannus was not a juvenile T. rex

New data suggests an eruption cooled Europe, disrupted harvests and pushed Italian states into grain trades that may have begun one of history’s deadliest pandemics.

Volcanic eruption led to the Black Death, new research suggests

A study suggests that a volcanic eruption around 1345 cooled the climate, leading to crop failures. On the ships that carried grain to fill the gap came plague-carrying fleas.

A volcanic eruption may have catalyzed the plague's arrival in Europe, study suggests

A mishap during the successful Nov. 27 launch of three astronauts damaged the only pad that currently supports Russian crewed orbital liftoffs. How long before things are back up and running again?

Damaged launch pad: How long before Russia can send astronauts to the ISS again?

The Geminid meteor shower is active from Dec. 4 and hits its peak on the night of Dec. 13-14.

Geminid shooting stars: One of 2025's most exciting meteor showers begins tonight

The CDC's vaccine advisory panel meets Thursday and Friday to discuss recommendations for the hepatitis B vaccine and the schedule of childhood shots.

CDC's upcoming vote on hepatitis B vaccine could impact childhood immunization

Dec 4 (Reuters) - Vaccine advisers to U. were expected to vote on Thursday on whether to scrap a broad recommendation for the hepatitis B vaccine for children, a move that would leave the choice to parents in most cases.

Explainer-Why are hepatitis B vaccines given to newborns?

The CDC’s vaccine advisory panel once again delayed an expected vote on hepatitis B vaccines, after a chaotic meeting rife with misinformation.

CDC advisory panel delays vote on hepatitis B vaccines after unruly meeting

ATLANTA - Federal vaccine advisers selected by Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. delayed until Friday a vote to lift a long-standing recommendation for all newborns to get the hepatitis B vaccine in what would be the most sweeping revision to the childhood vaccine schedule under Kennedy. The advisers heard presentations in the morning - including from two prominent vaccine critics recently hired by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention - casting doubt on the safety and necessity of

CDC vaccine panel delays vote to stop recommending hepatitis B shot at birth

A single HPV vaccination appears just as effective as two doses at preventing the viral infection that causes cervical cancer, researchers reported Wednesday.  HPV, or human papillomavirus, is very common and spread through sex.  Most HPV infections clear up on their own but some linger, causing cancers that appear years later, including cervical cancer in women and rarer cancers in both women and men.

A single shot of HPV vaccine may be enough to fight cervical cancer, study finds

The agency’s plan to change the well-established process for safety testing vaccines is not realistic.

FDA claims on COVID-19 vaccine safety are unsupported by reliable data – and could severely hinder vaccine access

There is a recall for more than 260,000 cases of shredded cheese sold in 31 states and Puerto Rico because of the potential for metal fragment contamination, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.  The FDA said that the various shredded cheeses were recalled by Great Lakes Cheese Co. The cheese products are sold under private store-brand labels at several retailers, including Target, Walmart and Aldi.  The recall includes various cheeses such as mozzarella, Italian style, pizza styl

Shredded cheese sold in dozens of states recalled due to potential for metal fragment contamination

A federal vaccine advisory committee this week is expected to discuss whether newborns should still get the hepatitis B vaccine — the first shot found to prevent cancer.  Federal health recommendations now suggest that all babies be vaccinated against the liver infection in their first day of life, but U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s committee on Thursday is expected to change that — contradicting previous public health advice.  It's not clear exactly what the committee is consider

What to know about the hepatitis B shot — and why Trump officials are targeting it

Those driven by both heart and mind help the most people, even far beyond their own circle.

Empathy and reasoning aren’t rivals – new research shows they work together to drive people to help more

People looking to lose weight and lower their blood sugar may someday be able to get a single injection that turns their cells into tiny factories that churn out a protein that is essentially the active ingredient in drugs like Ozempic, Wegovy, Zepbound and Mounjaro.

The race is on to turn your body into a GLP-1 factory

Federal vaccine advisers selected by Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. are planning to vote on ending the practice of vaccinating all newborns for hepatitis B and to examine whether shots on the childhood immunization schedule are behind the rise of allergies and autoimmune disorders, the newly appointed chair of the group told The Washington Post. Kirk Milhoan, a pediatric cardiologist and critic of coronavirus vaccination who recently took over as chair of the influential vaccine panel, s

RFK Jr.’s vaccine advisers plan biggest change yet to childhood schedule

SAN DIEGO Dec 2 (Reuters) - Novo Nordisk in 2020 launched pivotal trials of its GLP-1 drug semaglutide in Alzheimer's patients based on studies ​in humans, animals and real-world findings, a top company executive said on Tuesday, acknowledging ‌criticism that Novo's studies had design flaws. Although the trials failed to show statistically significant slowing of cognitive decline in patients given the drug,‌ "we still think it was the right decision.

Novo Nordisk justifies reasoning behind failed GLP-1 Alzheimer's trials

Coulier shared that he was cancer-free back in March.

Dave Coulier shares new cancer diagnosis 1 year after revealing previous diagnosis

Children and adolescents who own smartphones by age 12 have higher risks of depression, poor sleep and obesity, according to a new study.

Kids with smartphones by age 12 are at higher risk of health issues, study finds

The World Health Organization issued new guidelines recommending the use of GLP-1 drugs for adults with obesity and called for action on manufacturing and affordability.

WHO issues guidance on GLP-1 drugs for obesity

Rates of preterm births, maternal deaths and other adverse birth outcomes are abysmal across the US, but there are clear strategies that could help the nation reverse course.

Texas cities have some of the highest preterm birth rates in the US, highlighting maternal health crisis nationwide

Many different types of stress can trigger a headache. Luckily, there are treatments that can help stop your head from pounding.

Why do people get headaches and migraines? A child neurologist explains the science of head pain and how to treat it

Behind packed calendars and polished résumés, millions are battling addiction in white-collar professions. It's not who you'd think.

I work with companies to confront addiction in the workplace. The hidden crisis is costing corporate America millions.

Meghan Jenkins' son was 2 years old when he was diagnosed with cancer in 2021. His prognosis was grim, but aggressive treatment saved his life.

Toddler diagnosed with cancer makes remarkable recovery after aggressive treatment

Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps Carlos Ruiz is 50 and still trains with Marines worldwide. Here's how he trains to stay mission-ready.

A top Marine shares his secrets to keeping fit at 50

Dr. Vinay Prasad, the director of the FDA's vaccine division, did not provide data to back the claim in a memo sent to staff.

FDA official discusses potential link between COVID-19 vaccines and pediatric deaths

A “deprescribing” movement is building up in the psychiatry field, aimed at helping patients reduce or stop their antidepressants, especially SSRIs, when no longer considered necessary.

Doctors seek to understand why quitting antidepressants causes withdrawal for some

() -Infertility is an overlooked public health challenge and affordable treatment should be available within national health systems, the ​World Health Organization said on Friday in its first guideline on ‌the topic. Infertility is estimated to affect more than 1 in 6 people of reproductive age at some ‌point in their lives, the WHO said.

Overlooked infertility care should be part of national health services, says WHO

Dr. Vinay Prasad's memo raises concerns about COVID-19 vaccines and pediatric mortality

(Reuters) -Global measles cases fell 71% to 11 ​million from the year 2000 to 2024, ‌driven by improved vaccination coverage, the World Health Organization ‌said in a report on Friday. Vaccination has prevented nearly 59 million deaths globally during this period, according to the report.

Global measles cases drop 71% in 24 years as vaccination coverage improves, WHO says

Toddler given just 3 years to live after strange symptoms makes full recovery

Free food may fill your stomach, but it doesn’t always satisfy the desire to feel fully human.

How food assistance programs can feed families and nourish their dignity

Kennedy is one of about 50,000 Americans who have spasmodic dysphonia.

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CDC's upcoming vote on hepatitis B vaccine could impact childhood immunization

Explainer-Why are hepatitis B vaccines given to newborns?

CDC advisory panel delays vote on hepatitis B vaccines after unruly meeting

CDC vaccine panel delays vote to stop recommending hepatitis B shot at birth

A single shot of HPV vaccine may be enough to fight cervical cancer, study finds

FDA claims on COVID-19 vaccine safety are unsupported by reliable data – and could severely hinder vaccine access

A single shot of HPV vaccine may be enough to fight cervical cancer, study finds

Shredded cheese sold in dozens of states recalled due to potential for metal fragment contamination

What to know about the hepatitis B shot — and why Trump officials are targeting it

Empathy and reasoning aren’t rivals – new research shows they work together to drive people to help more

The race is on to turn your body into a GLP-1 factory

RFK Jr.’s vaccine advisers plan biggest change yet to childhood schedule

Novo Nordisk justifies reasoning behind failed GLP-1 Alzheimer's trials

Dave Coulier shares new cancer diagnosis 1 year after revealing previous diagnosis

Kids with smartphones by age 12 are at higher risk of health issues, study finds

WHO issues guidance on GLP-1 drugs for obesity

Texas cities have some of the highest preterm birth rates in the US, highlighting maternal health crisis nationwide

Why do people get headaches and migraines? A child neurologist explains the science of head pain and how to treat it

I work with companies to confront addiction in the workplace. The hidden crisis is costing corporate America millions.

Toddler diagnosed with cancer makes remarkable recovery after aggressive treatment

A top Marine shares his secrets to keeping fit at 50

FDA official discusses potential link between COVID-19 vaccines and pediatric deaths

Doctors seek to understand why quitting antidepressants causes withdrawal for some

Overlooked infertility care should be part of national health services, says WHO

Dr. Vinay Prasad's memo raises concerns about COVID-19 vaccines and pediatric mortality

A top Marine shares his secrets to keeping fit at 50

Global measles cases drop 71% in 24 years as vaccination coverage improves, WHO says

Toddler given just 3 years to live after strange symptoms makes full recovery

How food assistance programs can feed families and nourish their dignity

What causes RFK Jr.’s strained and shaky voice? A neurologist explains this little-known disorder

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