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Health November 11

Tobacco and nicotine ban sparks backlash from business owners in coastal town

A Bay Area town has passed a comprehensive tobacco sales ban despite small business opposition, with new restrictions on nicotine products taking effect this December.

Health November 4

Smoking banned for entire generation under sweeping new national law

Maldives becomes the first nation to enact a generational smoking ban, prohibiting anyone born after Jan. 1, 2007, from purchasing or using tobacco products.

Health November 1

Common food allergy plummets nationwide after experts recommend bold new approach

New research shows that early peanut introduction at 4 to 11 months reduces peanut allergies by 43% in children under 3, challenging old guidelines that waited until age 3.

Health October 31

Common viruses linked to ‘dramatic’ spike in heart attack and stroke risk

Viral infections trigger inflammation that raises heart disease risk, study finds. Vaccination against COVID, flu and shingles may help prevent cardiovascular complications.

Opinion October 29

California restaurants choke on new allergen menu mandate amid compliance concerns and costs

First Amendment concerns arise as California mandates restaurant allergen disclosures, creating legal exposure and constitutional challenges for food service businesses.

Health October 16

After Diane Keaton's pneumonia death, what to know about the respiratory virus

Diane Keaton's pneumonia death highlights how bacterial and viral lung infections can be life-threatening, especially for older adults with chronic conditions.

Health October 9

5 things you need to know before getting your flu shot, according to doctors

Medical experts share five essential tips for flu shot preparation and recovery, including proper clothing choices, hydration and management of side effects.

Medical Tech October 8

UC Santa Barbara develops new soft robotic system for emergency intubation procedures

UC Santa Barbara researchers developed a soft robotic intubation system that achieved 100% success rates for experts and 96% for paramedics with minimal training.

Pollution October 8

Inhalers produce carbon emissions equal to 530,000 cars on road annually, study finds

New JAMA study finds inhalers for asthma and COPD generate over 2 million metric tons of carbon emissions annually, equivalent to pollution from 530,000 cars.

Health October 7

Researchers unveil surprising flu test that works before symptoms appear

Scientists in Germany have created a novel flu detection method using an edible sensor that produces taste when the influenza virus is present in the mouth.

Health September 30

Doctors say eating specific type of food may offset lung damage from air pollution

A new study from the University of Leicester finds that high fruit intake reduces air pollution's harmful effects on the lungs, particularly in women who eat four portions daily.