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Covid Vaccine for Kids Gets Green Light
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) authorizes the COVID-19 vaccine, Novavax, for emergency use for a certain population.
FDA Issues Warning For Illegal Nicotine Gummies
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a warning letter to a company for selling illegal products.
A Safe and Healthy School Year
Backpack? Check. Books? Check. Pencils? Check. Health and safety? With the school year starting, there's another thing not to forget: back-to-school medical needs.
Back-to-School Vaccines 101
It's time to head back to school. Do your children have all the required vaccines?
Back-to-School Eye Health
Parents are always on the lookout for their children's health, from diet and exercise to vaccines and fevers. But sometimes, it's easy to forget the health concerns that are right in front of your eyes.
CDC Warns About Serious Virus in Infants
Health officials are warning about a virus that can be fatal to infants.
FDA Approves New COVID Vaccine
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved a new vaccine for COVID-19.
Tick Season Means Lyme Disease
Lyme disease is a well-known risk tied to tick bites, so for those living in certain areas, a tick bite can be a nerve-racking experience. But there are ways to lower your risk.
Have a Healthy Fourth of July
The Fourth is about fun and celebrating independence. But it should also be about health and safety.
CDC Seeks Answers in Hepatitis Outbreak
Health officials are still searching for answers about a hepatitis outbreak that has affected children.