Federal health officials are investigating a significant surge in cyclospora cases in the U.S. as reported in 2026. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has announced a newly identified outbreak affecting 72 individuals, yet the food source remains unidentified. Ongoing Cyclospora Outbreaks The FDA’s announcement follows a recent federal investigation linking a separate outbreak to […]
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is closely reviewing seven unapproved peptide substances this week to evaluate their health benefits. The FDA’s Pharmacy Compounding Advisory Committee will meet on July 23 and 24 at the White Oak Campus in Silver Spring, Maryland. Their discussions will focus on whether to add these peptides to the 503A […]
More than 1 million children in 19 states have lost access to Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits since the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) was enacted in July 2025. This analysis from the Center on Budget and Policy Priorities (CBPP) reveals a considerable drop in SNAP enrollment nationwide. According to the U.S. Department […]
Health authorities in the Democratic Republic of Congo are conducting interviews as part of their contact tracing efforts. Their goal is to locate individuals who have interacted with Ebola-infected persons. This process is crucial in managing outbreaks, especially when there is no approved vaccine available. Armand Sprecher, an infectious diseases physician at Doctors Without Borders, […]
The use of weight loss drugs to manage type 2 diabetes and obesity has surged among Americans. Popular GLP-1 medications like Ozempic and Wegovy are used by about one in eight Americans as of March 2026, according to Statista. Although these drugs contribute to the decline in obesity rates, there are concerns about the nutritional […]
Spending six months investigating raw milk wasn’t something I anticipated, but it became an important endeavor. Early in June, ProPublica published my detailed report that prominently featured Mark McAfee, the owner of the largest raw-milk dairy in the United States. This story emerged after extensive research on the Trump administration’s influence on federal health agencies. […]
The issue of maternal deaths linked to policy decisions requires urgent attention. Recent data suggests that national and state policies affect healthcare access more than individual decisions do. The Tennessee Lookout examines how these choices impact the citizens of Tennessee. Abortion Legislation in Tennessee On June 24, Tennessee commemorated its fourth year operating under a […]
When state governments reduce financial allocations, even a modest percentage like 4%, the effects on public services can be significant. In Kentucky, a recent decision to cut Medicaid reimbursements by 4% is creating concerns about its broader implications on healthcare. On paper, such cuts might seem prudent, reflecting fiscal discipline. However, the reality can differ […]
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is hosting a meeting over two days to assess the safety and efficacy of over half a dozen peptides, which have surged as a popular wellness trend despite minimal evidence supporting their safety and effectiveness. This event has attracted attention from Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., who is […]
Small increases in air pollution have been found to elevate the risk of serious respiratory illnesses in preterm infants. For parents, discharge day at the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) is often perceived as reaching the finish line. After enduring weeks or months surrounded by monitors, alarms, and undergoing various medical procedures such as oxygen […]