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Repeated exposure to wildfires can incrementally increase heart failure risk
Wildfires have become a growing concern globally, not only due to the immediate dangers they pose but also because of the long-term health effects associated with wildfire smoke. A recent…
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Kennedy’s childhood vaccination changes: A STAT video explainer
In a remarkable turn of events, the Department of Health and Human Services made a groundbreaking decision to unilaterally revise…
Dietary guidelines urge more protein, less sugar and processed foods
The Trump administration recently released a long-awaited update to the national dietary guidelines, urging Americans to focus on consuming more…
Annual flu data, antidepressants, FDA wearables: Morning Rounds
The recent announcement of changes to the childhood vaccine schedule by federal health officials has stirred up concerns among experts…
Researchers propose new way to define ultra-processed foods
The Trump administration is currently in the process of establishing a federal definition for ultra-processed foods, sparking debates on how…
What the new vaccine schedule means for doctors, parents, and kids
WASHINGTON — In a surprising move that has sparked controversy and concern among health experts, Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy…
New CDC vaccine schedule, NIH research funding: D.C. Diagnosis
Welcome to the latest edition of D.C. Diagnosis, STAT’s newsletter that delves into the politics and policy surrounding health and…
A super duper flu season, and a vaccine overhaul: Morning Rounds
Supporters of the program argue that providing hospital-level care at home can improve patient outcomes, reduce costs, and alleviate strain…
Welcome to the winter of subclade K
Australia’s 2025 flu season lasted weeks longer than usual, with Hong Kong experiencing an early outbreak before the rollout of…