by News Feed Editor | Aug 9, 2026 | Health
Scientists found that 13% of vapes confiscated from English schoolchildren contained spice, a synthetic cannabinoid far more harmful than cannabis that can cause psychosis, cardiac arrest, and severe addiction.
by News Feed Editor | Aug 9, 2026 | Health
Cambodia became the first Asia-Pacific country to achieve the U.N.’s 95-95-95 HIV targets in June, meaning 95% of HIV-positive people know their status, are on medication, and are virally suppressed.
by News Feed Editor | Aug 9, 2026 | Health
The FDA approved Moderna’s mRNA-based flu vaccine for people 50 and older, marking the first flu shot using COVID vaccine technology. The vaccine will be available in the coming weeks for the upcoming respiratory virus season.
by News Feed Editor | Aug 9, 2026 | Health
Social media influencers are promoting messages against hormonal birth control, coinciding with reduced abortion access and funding cuts to reproductive health providers, raising questions about impacts on contraceptive use and pregnancy rates.
by News Feed Editor | Aug 9, 2026 | Health
Women vaccinated against HPV now face nearly zero risk of dying from cervical cancer before age 30, raising questions about whether routine screening remains necessary.
by News Feed Editor | Aug 9, 2026 | Health
Health experts report a concerning rise in shingles cases among millennial women, with new research showing those aged 30-39 with certain conditions face higher risk than older groups.