12 Dead In Listeria Outbreak; Coolers May Amputate Fingers: Recalls

A nasal wash used for temporary relief from the symptoms of colds, the flu or other respiratory illnesses could make people even sicker.

Prepare to Spend Time in Limbo

Sooner or later, we will all spend time in limbo. Limbo is an uncomfortable state between two at-home environments, one past and one future.

Key Vaccine Meetings Canceled: What You Need To Know

Concern is rising the new Health and Human Services secretary will undermine the scientific basis for vaccines.

Losing A Pet Can Cut Deeper Than Friends May Realize: How To Help

For some, pet loss can feel worse than a human death. They're monsters. Instead, it reflects the potential depths of human-animal bonds.

What Chemicals Are In Your Tap Water? Check By ZIP Code In New Report

Safe-water advocates have “real concerns” landmark health protections for drinking water will be significantly weakened and rolled back.

Avoid Caring too Much

As best you can, avoid caring too much, too long, and for too many things. I have been guilty of all three.

Several Types Of Seafood Recalled Over Health Risks [Recall Roundup]

Federal agencies have announced a slew of recalls over the past two weeks. Here's what you need to know to keep yourself safe.

Measles Outbreaks Among The Unvaccinated: Should You Worry?

The outbreaks come as a new “Make America Healthy Again” panel will review childhood vaccines that prevent measles, more dangerous diseases.

Childhood Vaccine Schedule Review Set After Kennedy Promised No Change

"Nothing is going to be off limits," ​Kennedy said after explicitely promising he wouldn't change the nation's current vaccination schedule.

Children Grieve, just Like Adults.

Children grieve, just like adults. While children can suffer from loss before the age of two, they usually do get death's finality till six.

​New Strain Of Bird Flu Detected In Nevada Dairy Worker, CDC Says

The person wasn't hospitalized and has recovered from the mild illness, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

On Valentine's Day, Consider What All Types Of Love Bring To Your Life

Three experts share how to nurture love in all of its forms at a time when loneliness is an "epidemic" and politics are divisive.

Influenza Rates Are Surging In Flu’s 2nd Wave

This year’s flu season is the worst in 15 years, according to activity at doctor’s offices and clinics, according to the CDC.

Recalled Broccoli Possibly Deadly, FDA Warns [Recall Roundup]

FDA ups listeria threat of broccoli sold at Walmart; Pella sliding patio doors and windows violate Reese’s Law; cars and trucks recalled.

To Lie or not to Lie

Many view deception as a kind of social skill. Learning how and when to lie can be seen as a path to success, power and influence.

Tuberculosis Outbreak In Kansas City: What’s Happening Nationwide?

It’s not the largest outbreak since the CDC started tracking TB in the 1950s, but how quickly cases multiplied alarms health officials.

Health Alert Issued For Wegmans Chicken Nuggets

A public health alert has been issued for Wegmans store brand chicken nuggets because they may contain bone fragments.

‘Quad-Demic’ Of Illnesses Straining U.S. Hospitals, Emergency Rooms

The quadruple threat of viruses causing influenza, RSV, COVID-19 and norovirus is making hospital beds hard to find at U.S. hospitals.

The Why of Life

Why are we here? Is there an overriding reason for our being alive?

​When Everything is Said and Done

​When everything is said and done, everything may not be said and done. Certainly not about people.

Records Show Bugs, Mold At Boar’s Head More Widespread: Recall Roundup

Tesla recalls 260,000 electric vehicles days after NHTSA announces a new probe of a feature that lets drivers remotely move their cars.

FDA Bans Red Dye 3 In Foods. But Does It Cause Cancer?

Federal regulators said they banned the dye as a “matter of law” and not because there is evidence it causes cancer in humans.

Foods That Contain Red Dye No. 3, Banned By The FDA

Certain candies, assorted baked goods and snacks, dairy and frozen dessert products, cough syrups and supplements contain Red Dye 3.

Chemicals In Sewage Sludge Fertilizer Pose Cancer Risk, EPA Says

The risk is highest for people who regularly consume milk, beef and other products from farms where the sludge is spread.

We Spend a Lot of Time Waiting

It seems we are always waiting for something. We wait for more than one thing at a time, both minor and short term, and major and long term.

After Deadly Boar's Head Listeria Outbreak, USDA Gets Tougher In 2025

Criticized for not closing a Boar’s Head plant inspectors cited dozens of times, the Ag Department implements a “prevention first” strategy.

‘Silent’ Surge Shows ‘Very High’ COVID-19 Rates In 16 States

A winter wave of COVID-19 infections is late, catching some Americans by surprise after a lull with some of the lowest infection rates ever.

Rudeness

​Rudeness may well be on the rise, in degree, if not quantity. Rude behavior indicates social disconnection, now unfolding in our culture.

Bird Flu Mutations In Humans Spark Pandemic Worries: What To Know

The CDC says the threat to humans remains low, despite virus mutations in humans, as some infectious disease experts worry about a pandemic.

Broccoli Sold At Walmart May Have Listeria [Recall Roundup]

Ford, fined last year for a slow response to recalls, issued four recalls in a single day; children’s jewelry sold on Amazon contains lead.

Norovirus Cases Are Surging: What To Know About Wretched Stomach Bug

Seasonal norovirus outbreaks exceed previous years, according to the CDC, which says the virus causes 58 percent of foodborne illnesses.

Unsent Letters in the Heart

Most of us have unsent or dead letters in our hearts. A dead letter is one we composed to send to someone, but we never mailed it.

2.6M Stanley Travel Mugs Recalled Due To Burn Risk [Recall Roundup]

Half a million power chargers were recalled because they can catch fire, and a weight-loss supplement tested positive for toxic oleander.

Flu Vaccination Rates Among Children Lowest In Years: What To Know

After a record 205 children, and perhaps more than 700, died of the flu last season, the low vaccination rate is worrisome to public health

To thy known self be true.

"To thy known self be true." So famously said Shakespeare. Yet what does it mean to know or understand yourself?

Feds Get Tougher On Bird Flu In Milk: What You Need To Know

It is no longer voluntary for dairy farmers to submit raw milk samples for testing under a new USDA strategy to stop the spread of bird flu.

There are Angels Among Us

​There are angels among us. I don’t necessarily mean heavenly angels on assignment from God; I mean persons who serve and assist you.

Raw Milk Recalled As Fears Of Bird Flu In Humans Grow: Recall Roundup

Massive cucumber recall expands to more states because of salmonella risk; recalled gadgets sold on Amazon can cause burns and start fires.

‘Nobody Is Safe’: Track Your Risk Of Cancer-Causing Formaldehyde

A new report from Pro Publica outlines the public health risks of formaldehyde, which are greater than widely understood.

Salmonella Cucumber Recall Expands In 18 States

The second round of recalled cucumbers were sold in at least 18 states from mid-October through Nov. 26.