Aug 03 Watch 4:31 Why American children are less healthy now than nearly two decades ago By Ali Rogin, Kaisha Young As the Trump administration works to reimagine public health, a new study paints a stark picture of the challenges facing the nation’s kids. American children’s health has significantly worsened across several key indicators since 2007, according to a recent study… Continue watching
Aug 02 Watch 4:47 New book explores the science behind 'super aging' and longer, healthier lifespans By Ali Rogin, Andrew Corkery, Juliet Fuisz Imagine a future where the aging process can be delayed and more people live active, healthy and disease-free lives well into their 90s. That reality may be sooner than you think, according to Dr. Eric Topol, author of the new… Continue watching
Jul 31 4 things to know about cane sugar vs. high-fructose corn syrup as Coca-Cola switches By Tsehai Alfred While studies have linked high-fructose corn syrup to conditions such as insulin resistance, nutrition experts told PBS News that cane sugar is not a healthier alternative. Continue reading
Jul 30 Watch 4:07 Medicaid recipients in Louisiana brace for impact of work requirements and cuts By Lisa Desjardins, Sarah Clune Hartman Members of the U.S. House have left Washington for their summer break, and Republicans are working to promote the tax and spending cuts President Trump recently signed into law. But concerns about cuts to Medicaid remain. Congressional correspondent Lisa Desjardins… Continue watching
Jul 30 Watch 6:34 Study reveals simple lifestyle changes could help prevent dementia By Amna Nawaz, Courtney Norris An estimated 42% of Americans over 55 will eventually develop dementia. A new study revealed the strongest evidence yet that a balanced diet, consistent exercise and social activity helped improve cognition. Amna Nawaz discussed the study with Jessica Langbaum, the… Continue watching
Jul 30 Watch 9:37 A look inside the pronatalism movement encouraging Americans to have more children By Sarah Varney, Rachel Wellford The U.S. fertility rate reached an all-time low in 2024, according to the CDC. This trend has sparked fear among many on the right, from Elon Musk to Donald Trump, who believe Americans should have more babies. Sarah Varney looks… Continue watching
Jul 30 The White House announced a new health data tracking system. How would it work? By Amanda Seitz, Associated Press President Donald Trump's announcement of a new private health tracking system to help patients access their health records and monitor wellness is raising a host of privacy concerns. Continue reading
Jul 30 Ousted vaccine panel members say rigorous science is being abandoned under RFK Jr. By Mike Stobbe, Associated Press Seventeen experts ousted from a U.S. vaccine committee are expressing little faith in what the panel has become. Continue reading
Jul 30 Controversial FDA vaccine chief departs agency after less than 3 months By Associated Press Dr. Vinay Prasad is stepping down as the Food and Drug Administration’s top vaccine regulator after a brief tenure. A spokesperson for the Department of Health and Human Services says Prasad did not want to be a distraction and is… Continue reading
Jul 30 WATCH: Trump announces a new health tracking system. Experts raise ethical and legal concerns By Amanda Seitz, Associated Press The Trump administration is pushing for Americans to upload personal health data to new apps run by private tech companies. This initiative aims to make accessing health records and monitoring wellness easier. Continue reading