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Most US teens are abstaining from drinking, smoking and marijuana, survey says
Teen drug use hasn't rebounded from its drop during the early years of the COVID-19 pandemic, according to the results from a large annual national survey released Tuesday. About two-thirds of 12th graders this year said they hadn’t used alcohol, marijuana, cigarettes or e-cigarettes in the previous 30 days. The University of Michigan’s Richard Miech, who leads the survey, said: “It’s hard to know if we’re seeing the start of something, or not."
3 min read - HealthAssociated Press
Who wants a pig organ? Patients sick and tired of waiting years for a transplant
The calls and emails started coming into NYU Langone Health and Massachusetts General Hospital soon after doctors began experimenting with pig organs in humans. People worried they’ll never get a scarce human transplant asked: When could we get a pig kidney? Alex Berrios of Louisville, Kentucky, needs a second transplant but finding another human match is proving impossible.
7 min read - HealthUSA TODAY
Woman recovering after risky pig kidney transplant. It could 'help so many people.'
Four people who received pig organs died within two months of transplant. Now an Alabama woman hopes for a better outcome.
6 min read - BusinessAssociated Press
Retail sales rose at healthy pace last month in latest sign of US economy's health
Retail sales rose 0.7% in November, the Commerce Department said Tuesday, a solid increase and higher than October's 0.5% gain. Sales jumped 2.6% at auto dealers, driving most of the gain. The boost in spending underscores that the economy is still growing at a healthy pace even with higher interest rates, a trend that could cause the Federal Reserve to lower borrowing costs more slowly next year than they have previously signaled.
4 min read - HealthAssociated Press
An Alabama woman is doing well after the latest experimental pig kidney transplant
An Alabama woman is recovering well after a pig kidney transplant last month that freed her from eight years of dialysis, the latest effort to save human lives with animal organs. Towana Looney is the fifth American given a gene-edited pig organ — and notably, she isn’t as sick as prior recipients who died within two months of receiving a pig kidney or heart. “It’s like a new beginning,” Looney, 53, told The Associated Press.
4 min read - HealthThe Conversation
Vaccine misinformation distorts science – a biochemist explains how RFK Jr. and his lawyer’s claims threaten public health
Many claims about the dangers of vaccines come from misrepresenting scientific research papers.
6 min read - WorldBusiness Insider
Severe turbulence that injured 17 people on a Delta flight is a stark reminder of why you need to wear your seatbelt
One passenger ended up in hospital for a month after the incident, suffering from four fractured vertebrae and a broken rib.
2 min read - USNBC News
A veteran's corpse was sent across state lines — before his family knew he was dead
One man's journey from a hospital in South Carolina to NovaShare, a body broker in North Carolina, demonstrates the peril of an industry with little regulation.
14 min read - HealthWashington Post
Deny and delay: The practices fueling anger at U.S. health insurers
After a UnitedHealthcare executive was gunned down on a New York City sidewalk, an eruption of bitter online commentary celebrated the killer’s presumed motive: avenging the denial and delay of health insurance coverage. Many spoke from personal experience. Every year, health insurance companies deny tens of millions of patient claims for medical expense reimbursements, and the tide of those denials has been rising, according to surveys of doctors and other health-care providers. Insurers also h
6 min read - USBusiness Insider
RFK Jr.'s key advisor petitioned to revoke approval of the polio vaccine. Photos show the US's last outbreak.
The 1950s was a turning point for polio. Amidts deadly outbreaks, Jonas Salk developed a vaccine that saved countless from the virus.
10 min read - HealthGood Morning America
Nutritionists weigh in on seed oils, cooking and consumption habits
Seed oils have become a growing topic of discussion on every corner of the internet from food bloggers and nutritionists to wellness gurus on social media. While no one food group can be responsible for better or worse overall health, which should be combined with a well rounded diet and other healthy lifestyle habits like exercise, seed oils have become the latest calorie-dense ingredient taking substantial heat online. Viral claims about how the highly processed, inflammatory-inducing seed o
4 min read - USUSA TODAY
Supposed USA TODAY report tying Ben Carson to Alzheimer's product isn't real | Fact check
USA TODAY published no such article and has no affiliation with the website in question. Carson has no connection to this Alzheimer's product.
3 min read - HealthUSA TODAY
New study finds first US obesity decline in 10 years. Is Ozempic a leading factor?
Results of the study indicate that Black women in the U.S., ages 66-75, saw the largest decrease in obesity between 2022-2023.
3 min read - USUSA TODAY
Kennedy didn't share this food selfie of a dish of raw meat. Image is altered | Fact check
The image was doctored to attribute to Kennedy a post shared by another X user. There is no record of the post on Kennedy's account.
2 min read - HealthThe Conversation
5 of the most frustrating health insurer tactics and why they exist
The murder of a health care insurance executive has brought scrutiny to the ways that insurance companies can make it difficult for insured patients to get the care they need.
6 min read - CelebrityGood Morning America
Meet the 65-year-old inspiring millions on TikTok with her pull-ups
A 65-year-old is proving that fitness training and building strength isn’t just for young people. Teresa Burkett, who shares inspirational videos doing pull-ups and strength exercises on her @silveristhenewstrong TikTok account, is on a mission to change the narrative of what older people, especially women, can look and feel like. In one October video with over 4 million views, Burkett looks like she would be ready for a night out on the town in a halter-neck leopard print dress and black pump
2 min read - BusinessBusiness Insider
Bernie Sanders says Amazon's warehouse worker injury rates are far worse than the company lets on
In a sweeping new report, which Amazon disputes, Sen. Sanders says the company's focus on speed leads to "uniquely dangerous" workplaces.
3 min read - BusinessCBS News
Feds are moving to improve airline travel for people with disabilities
New rule is department's latest effort to improve commercial air travel for passengers with disabilities. Here's what's in it.
2 min read - ScienceThe Conversation
Twins were the norm for our ancient primate ancestors − one baby at a time had evolutionary advantages
Twins are pretty rare, accounting for just 3% of births in the US these days. But new research shows that for primates 60 million years ago, giving birth to twins was the norm.
5 min read - WorldUSA TODAY
Seven people, including one American, hospitalized after drinking cocktail at Fiji hotel
Seven people, including one American, were briefly hospitalized after drinking cocktails at an upscale resort bar in Fiji.
2 min read - WorldAssociated Press
Lawyer for convicted British killer nurse Lucy Letby says new evidence is grounds for appeal
A lawyer for convicted British killer nurse Lucy Letby said Monday that he plans to ask an appeals court to re-examine her convictions after the prosecution's leading expert changed his opinion on how three babies died. Dr. Dewi Evans's testimony is no longer credible after he reversed his opinion that Letby killed three infants by injecting air down a nasal gastric tube, attorney Mark McDonald said. “The defense will argue that Dr. Evans is not a reliable expert, and given that he was the lea
3 min read - HealthYahoo Life
The FDA could ban red dye No. 3 'soon.' Here's why these families already avoid the food coloring — and what experts say.
Parents say that red dye No. 3 causes behavioral issues in their kids so they avoid foods with the questionable ingredient.
5 min read - HealthYahoo Life
A higher daily step count linked to fewer symptoms of depression, new study finds. Here's how many steps to aim for — and ways to sneak more movement into your day.
Adding more steps in your day can be as simple as getting up from your desk more at work or walking to the supermarket.
5 min read - LifestyleAssociated Press
Are you catching holiday blues instead of cheer? Here are some ways to find peace
A strained relationship with family, for example, can make this time of year pretty lonely. The holidays are expensive, and financial woes can cause major stress. Anxiety about holiday anything can fuel depression and worsen existing mental health concerns.
4 min read - HealthThe Conversation
Supporting a grieving loved one on holidays and special occasions: Practical tips from a clinical psychologist
A clinical psychologist offers research-backed ways to work through grief and support grieving friends and family members during the holidays.
5 min read - HealthThe Conversation
Black adults with long COVID report higher levels of hopelessness and suicidal thoughts − new research
Black Americans were disproportionately affected by COVID-19 infections, illness and death during the pandemic. But the long-term toll of long COVID among this group is still largely overlooked.
4 min read - WorldBusiness Insider
6 tourists in Fiji were hospitalized after drinking piña coladas at a 5-star resort
The tourists suffered from nausea, vomiting, and "neurological symptoms" after drinking a cocktail at a resort, per Fiji's health ministry.
3 min read - WorldCBS News
7 tourists hospitalized after drinking cocktails at 5-star resort
They fell ill after drinking pina colada cocktails prepared at a bar in the five-star Warwick Fiji resort on the Coral Coast, officials said.
3 min read - HealthUSA TODAY
Can cold weather make you sick? Your grandma wasn't entirely wrong.
Grandma’s warnings about getting sick walking barefoot on a cold floor or going outside with wet hair have some truth.
4 min read - HealthYahoo Life
4 health benefits of peppermint, from easing indigestion to relieving headaches
Peppermint comes in many forms, from oils to tea, and has a long history of treating digestive disorders and more.
5 min read - USWashington Post
Before shooting, Brian Thompson worried about UnitedHealth’s negative image
In early 2024, UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson had an urgent warning for his colleagues: The company has a public relations problem. Average Americans didn’t understand the massive insurance company’s role in the nation’s health system, Thompson argued in internal discussions and with fellow executives, including steps it had taken to eliminate out-of-pocket costs for lifesaving drugs, colleagues said. Instead, UnitedHealthcare and its parent, UnitedHealth Group, faced investigations, a cong
9 min read - SportsYahoo Sports
Fantasy Football Fact or Fluke: So you made the semifinals — now what?
Congratulations if you made it to the fantasy football semifinals! Renee Miller has some advice for you to help you continue your journey towards a trophy!
8 min read - SportsUncrowned
WWE Raw results and highlights (Dec. 16): CM Punk and Seth Rollins create magic, new tag team champs are crowned
The first WWE Raw after Saturday Night's Main Event was a rough one for Judgment Day.
9 min read - USYahoo News
Wisconsin school shooting live updates: Police say 3 killed, including shooter who was identified as 15-year-old female student
Police said evidence suggests the shooter died of a self-inflicted gunshot wound.
1 min read - BusinessYahoo Finance
Stock market today: Dow, S&P 500, Nasdaq slide as Fed kicks off two-day policy meeting
The Fed meeting kicks off with investors on alert for clues to the path of rates after the widely expected December cut.
1 min read - EntertainmentYahoo Movies
'Superman' flies again! From red trunks to David Corenswet’s dramatic bulk-up, here’s what we know about DC’s new superhero movie
David Corenswet is taking the red trunks out of retirement in "Superman," in theaters July 11.
5 min read - ScienceEngadget
NASA’s new Webb telescope images support previously controversial findings about how planets form
NASA James Webb Telescope captured images of planet-forming disks that confirmed findings from the Hubble telescope and up-end our understanding of how planets can form.
2 min read - LifestyleYahoo Life Shopping
Need a last-minute gift for a pickleball fan? This 'slam dink' read arrives in time
Yahoo's Rick Broida shares his love of the game — and the invaluable lessons it has taught — in a relatable new book.
4 min read - BusinessYahoo Personal Finance
Mortgage and refinance rates today, December 17, 2024: Rates increase ahead of Fed meeting
These are today's mortgage and refinance rates. Rates have risen before tomorrow's Fed meeting when the fed funds rate will likely be cut. Lock in your rate today.
5 min read - CelebrityYahoo News
Yahoo in 2024: 15 fascinating trends that made the year distinct
Yahoo looks back on the year with fifteen trends that made 2024 distinct, from Swifties and horoscopes to recipes and games!
2 min read - SportsYahoo Sports
Lions RB David Montgomery to undergo season-ending knee surgery to repair torn MCL
The Lions just can't catch a break.
2 min read - LifestyleYahoo Life Shopping
16 last-minute stocking stuffers from Walmart that will arrive in time for Christmas
From earbuds to hot sauce, there's something special (and affordable) for everyone on your list.
2 min read - SportsYahoo Sports
Fantasy Football Week 16 Rankings (Half-PPR)
The experts of Yahoo Fantasy reveal their fantasy football rankings at each position in Week 16 of the 2024 season.
1 min read - BusinessYahoo Finance Canada
Liberal tumult could see delay to National Bank's deal for Canadian Western: Jefferies
However, in a "more or less … status quo" scenario, it still believes the $5 billion deal should go through in the first half of 2025.
3 min read - WorldYahoo News Canada
'It has not been an easy day': Trudeau speaks for 1st time after Freeland's resignation, as Trump takes jab at 'totally toxic' behaviour
With the political spotlight on Trudeau and calls for his own resignation growing, the PM took time to express how much he loves Canada
5 min read - USTechCrunch
Cash App creator Bob Lee's killer found guilty of second-degree murder
A San Francisco jury has found Nima Momeni guilty of second-degree murder in the stabbing death of Bob Lee, the Cash App creator and former CTO of Block, according to NBC News Bay Area on Tuesday. The jury found Momeni not guilty of first-degree murder, meaning jurors decided the murder of Lee was not premeditated. Lee was fatally stabbed on the streets of downtown San Francisco in April 2023.
2 min read - NewsThe Yodel
Shooter in Wisconsin school attack ID’d, TikTok asks Supreme Court to block law that may lead to ban, and Vikings honor Randy Moss
Get caught up on this morning’s news: Shooter in Wisconsin school attack ID’d, “White Lotus” Season 3 and more in today’s edition of The Yodel newsletter
5 min read - HealthYahoo Canada Style
'Two Broke Girls' actress Beth Behrs, 38, says male doctors said she was 'too young' to have perimenopause
The actress says it took three years before she received answers about her health — and the tools on how to manage perimenopause.
6 min read - SportsYahoo Sports
Clemson finally takes transfer player under Dabo Swinney, gets commitment from receiver Tristan Smith
Dabo Swinney has been publicly averse to the transfer portal, but added a much-needed receiver.
2 min read - WorldYahoo News UK
Why won't Waspi women get compensation? Government branded 'shameless' for blocking payouts
The pensions minister said "given the vast majority of women knew the state pension age was increasing" the government does not think issuing compensation would be fair to taxpayers.
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