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US panel endorses 3rd vaccine option from J&J

US panel endorses 3rd vaccine option from J&J

Advisers to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention voted overwhelmingly to recommend the vaccine for adults 18 years old and up.
Sun Feb 28 2021
The three mask-wearing errors you might still be making

The three mask-wearing errors you might still be making

A recent survey highlighted some of the most frequent errors among face mask wearers, which could diminish the protection it offers.
Mon Jan 18 2021
CDC to shorten COVID-19 quarantine to 10 days, 7 with test

CDC to shorten COVID-19 quarantine to 10 days, 7 with test

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is set to shorten the recommended length of quarantine after exposure to someone who is positive for COVID-19, as the virus rages across the nation.
Wed Dec 02 2020
Asia Today: South Koreans urged to stay home as cases jump

Asia Today: South Koreans urged to stay home as cases jump

197 new cases announced by S. Korea's Centers for Disease Control and Prevention raised tally to 15,515, including 305 deaths.
Mon Aug 17 2020
CDC whistleblower claims agency has been using wrong Zika test

CDC whistleblower claims agency has been using wrong Zika test

That test is substantially less effective than another established test, he said, and misses nearly 40 percent of Zika infections.
Thu Sep 29 2016
Ten simple rules to keep food poisoning at bay

Ten simple rules to keep food poisoning at bay

Common sources of infection are foods that have been incorrectly stored or not cooked properly, or which have been cross-contaminated by other foods.
Sat Apr 16 2016
The serious problem for millions of women who drink

The serious problem for millions of women who drink

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says millions of women could be putting their developing babies at risk because of their drinking habits.
Thu Feb 04 2016
Vaping may lead teens to tobacco: study

Vaping may lead teens to tobacco: study

Teenagers who used an e-cigarette were more likely to take up smoking a year later than those who never did, said the paper.
Wed Jan 27 2016
Global study finds early treatment is effective against HIV

Global study finds early treatment is effective against HIV

Early antiretroviral treatment after diagnosis of HIV infection significantly reduces the likelihood of getting AIDS or other serious illnesses.
Thu May 28 2015
'Anti-Barbie' doll goes on sale in US

'Anti-Barbie' doll goes on sale in US

The "Lammily" doll on sale in the US is short, brunette, has an average body shape and can even be given cellulite and acne.
Sat Nov 22 2014
Ebola could infect 500,000 by end of January, tentative CDC projection shows

Ebola could infect 500,000 by end of January, tentative CDC projection shows

The Ebola epidemic sweeping West Africa could infect up to 500,000 people by the end of January, according to a new estimate.
Sat Sep 20 2014
Salmonella outbreak sickens nearly 300 in US

Salmonella outbreak sickens nearly 300 in US

The 278 illnesses in 18 states were believed to be linked to raw chicken from three Foster Farms locations in California, according to the Food Safety and Inspection Service.
Thu Oct 10 2013
Toddler meals are loaded with salt: study

Toddler meals are loaded with salt: study

A new study suggests that toddlers may be eating far too much salt if they regularly consume pre-prepared meals.
Sat Mar 23 2013
Decline in childhood obesity in the US

Decline in childhood obesity in the US

Following recent media reports that in some cities in the US childhood obesity rates have dipped, new research now backs up with claims.
Thu Dec 27 2012
The scamdemic targeting the young and vulnerable

The scamdemic targeting the young and vulnerable

Teenagers and young adults are becoming prime targets for a new wave of cyber scams, a trend raising alarm bells across Southeast Asia.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Japanese manicurist takes on plastic pollution, one nail at a time

Japanese manicurist takes on plastic pollution, one nail at a time

Before global leaders address plastic pollution, a Japanese manicurist highlights the issue by incorporating it into her nail designs.
Sat Nov 23 2024
What to watch for ahead of US presidential inauguration

What to watch for ahead of US presidential inauguration

Here's a timeline of events between now and inauguration day.
Sat Nov 23 2024
The battle to reduce road deaths

The battle to reduce road deaths

In Malaysia, over half a million road accidents have been recorded so far this year.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Pro-Palestinian NGOs seek court order to stop Dutch arms exports to Israel

Pro-Palestinian NGOs seek court order to stop Dutch arms exports to Israel

The Dutch state, as a signatory to the 1948 Genocide Convention, has a duty to take all reasonable measures at its disposal to prevent genocide.
Sat Nov 23 2024
How quickly can Trump's Musk-led efficiency panel slash US regulations?

How quickly can Trump's Musk-led efficiency panel slash US regulations?

Moves by Trump and his appointees to eliminate existing rules will be met with legal challenges, as many progressive groups and Democratic officials have made clear.
Sat Nov 23 2024
2TM: Consultations on PTPTN loans, admission to IPTA at MOHE booth

2TM: Consultations on PTPTN loans, admission to IPTA at MOHE booth

Consultations on PTPTN loans and admission to IPTA are among services provided at the Higher Education Ministry booth.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Kampung Tanjung Kala residents affected by flooded bridge every time it rains heavily

Kampung Tanjung Kala residents affected by flooded bridge every time it rains heavily

Almost 200 residents from 60 homes in Kampung Tanjung Kala have ended up stuck when their 200-metre (m) long concrete bridge flooded.
Sat Nov 23 2024
COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year

COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year

The draft finance deal criticised by both developed and developing nations.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation

Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation

This was following the discovery of a suspected prohibited item in luggage.
Fri Nov 22 2024