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#food-policy
fromSacramento Bee
5 days ago
California

Is banning red dye controversial? RFK Jr. is just following California's lead

California leads the way in phasing out synthetic food dyes, a growing bipartisan effort for healthier food options.
fromABC7 Los Angeles
3 months ago
California

Newsom issues order to crack down on ultra-processed foods, food dyes

California is taking significant steps to limit ultra-processed foods and food dyes to promote public health.
fromFast Company
3 months ago
Health

As RFK Jr.'s confirmation approaches, health advocates are torn. Here's why

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. presents both controversial and promising public health ideas, creating a complex scenario for health advocates during his Senate confirmation hearings.
fromSacramento Bee
5 days ago
California

Is banning red dye controversial? RFK Jr. is just following California's lead

California leads the way in phasing out synthetic food dyes, a growing bipartisan effort for healthier food options.
fromABC7 Los Angeles
3 months ago
California

Newsom issues order to crack down on ultra-processed foods, food dyes

California is taking significant steps to limit ultra-processed foods and food dyes to promote public health.
fromFast Company
3 months ago
Health

As RFK Jr.'s confirmation approaches, health advocates are torn. Here's why

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. presents both controversial and promising public health ideas, creating a complex scenario for health advocates during his Senate confirmation hearings.
more#food-policy
#child-protection
Parenting
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Stop Victorian-era' punishment of smacking, say doctors

Doctors advocate for a ban on smacking, citing risks of physical harm to children, and support legislative changes for better protection.
Parenting
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

Doctors back total ban on smacking children in England

Leading child experts in England call for a complete ban on smacking, citing no evidence of its benefits to children's wellbeing.
Parenting
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Stop Victorian-era' punishment of smacking, say doctors

Doctors advocate for a ban on smacking, citing risks of physical harm to children, and support legislative changes for better protection.
Parenting
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

Doctors back total ban on smacking children in England

Leading child experts in England call for a complete ban on smacking, citing no evidence of its benefits to children's wellbeing.
more#child-protection
fromIrish Independent
1 week ago
Juventus

Larry Bass: Julian Benson was bright, brilliant and used his illness to ease plight of others

Julian was a vibrant presence on 'Dancing with the Stars,' influencing both the show and Cystic Fibrosis awareness.
Mental health
fromTODAY.com
1 week ago

People with autism and moms with autistic kids want you to know what it's really like

The rise in autism diagnoses calls for increased support and understanding, not stigma or misinformation.
#cancer-research
NYC politics
fromCbsnews
2 months ago

DOGE cuts 9/11-related cancer research funding, which FDNY commissioner calls "a tragedy for all Americans"

The Trump administration canceled a vital $275,000 cancer research contract related to 9/11, limiting support for affected responders.
fromAlternative Medicine Magazine
1 month ago
Alternative medicine

Sylvie Beljanski: Understanding the Different Mechanisms of Cancer

Sylvie Beljanski champions natural cancer solutions through her foundation and innovative health products inspired by her father's groundbreaking research.
NYC politics
fromCbsnews
2 months ago

DOGE cuts 9/11-related cancer research funding, which FDNY commissioner calls "a tragedy for all Americans"

The Trump administration canceled a vital $275,000 cancer research contract related to 9/11, limiting support for affected responders.
fromAlternative Medicine Magazine
1 month ago
Alternative medicine

Sylvie Beljanski: Understanding the Different Mechanisms of Cancer

Sylvie Beljanski champions natural cancer solutions through her foundation and innovative health products inspired by her father's groundbreaking research.
more#cancer-research
Cancer
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Comedian Katherine Ryan reveals second skin cancer diagnosis

Katherine Ryan's mole was diagnosed cancerous after initial dismissal by a doctor, highlighting the importance of advocating for personal health concerns.
#early-detection
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago
Artificial intelligence

Katie Couric shares what she wishes she knew about colon cancer before her husband died at 42 years old

Katie Couric advocates for colon cancer awareness, emphasizing early detection through AI and blood tests following her husband's death from the disease.
fromSun Sentinel
5 months ago
OMG science

Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer deaths here in Florida. Here's why

Early screening for lung cancer is crucial for survival, especially in high-risk populations like Floridians.
Artificial intelligence
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

Katie Couric shares what she wishes she knew about colon cancer before her husband died at 42 years old

Katie Couric advocates for colon cancer awareness, emphasizing early detection through AI and blood tests following her husband's death from the disease.
OMG science
fromSun Sentinel
5 months ago

Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer deaths here in Florida. Here's why

Early screening for lung cancer is crucial for survival, especially in high-risk populations like Floridians.
more#early-detection
#womens-health
Cancer
fromtime.com
2 months ago

Olivia Munn Is Raising Awareness About Breast Cancer

Olivia Munn's experience with breast cancer reveals the importance of early screening and the power of sharing one's health journey.
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
2 months ago

Feb. 19: Brooklyn Black History Maker, Dr. Josephine English

Dr. Josephine English was a pioneering gynecologist who delivered around 6,000 babies and significantly impacted women's health care in Brooklyn.
fromWhoWhatWear
1 month ago
Mental health

Thais Aliabadi Continues to Revolutionize Women's Health With Ovii

Dr. Thaïs Aliabadi exemplifies courage and dedication, transforming her personal journey into a powerful career in women's health.
Cancer
fromtime.com
2 months ago

Olivia Munn Is Raising Awareness About Breast Cancer

Olivia Munn's experience with breast cancer reveals the importance of early screening and the power of sharing one's health journey.
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
2 months ago

Feb. 19: Brooklyn Black History Maker, Dr. Josephine English

Dr. Josephine English was a pioneering gynecologist who delivered around 6,000 babies and significantly impacted women's health care in Brooklyn.
fromWhoWhatWear
1 month ago
Mental health

Thais Aliabadi Continues to Revolutionize Women's Health With Ovii

Dr. Thaïs Aliabadi exemplifies courage and dedication, transforming her personal journey into a powerful career in women's health.
more#womens-health
Cancer
fromkffhealthnews.org
1 month ago

Future of cancer coverage for women federal firefighters uncertain under Trump

Firefighters may lose newly granted cancer coverage due to changes in federal policy and webpage information under the Trump administration.
Women
fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 month ago

Oprah to host ABC primetime special on menopause featuring Halle Berry, Naomi Watts

Oprah Winfrey confronts menopause, addressing its challenges and promoting women's health advocacy through expert discussions and personal stories.
Washington DC
fromAdvocate.com
2 months ago

Activists arrested at die-in when protesting loss of global HIV funding

Activists protested severe cuts to foreign aid, claiming the actions threaten lifesaving HIV treatment and humanitarian assistance.
Silicon Valley food
fromInverse
2 months ago

What Nutrition Labels Really Tell Us - And How To Read One Like An Expert

Nutrition labeling guidelines continue to be contentious between advocates for clarity and food manufacturers, raising questions about product ingredients and health implications.
Health
fromBuzzFeed
2 months ago

Lili Reinhart Opening Up About Her Chronic Illness Is All Too Real For People Like Me

Advocating for oneself is vital in navigating health care, especially after trauma, as exemplified by Lili Reinhart's and others' experiences.
fromABC7 Los Angeles
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Former Planned Parenthood president, women's rights activist Cecile Richards has died at 67

Cecile Richards, a pivotal figure in women's rights and abortion access, passed away at 67, leaving behind a significant legacy in advocacy.
fromwww.cbc.ca
3 months ago
Medicine

Hundreds of family doctors in Ontario are being recognized by their patients for outstanding service | CBC News

The OCFP campaign highlights the crucial role of family doctors through patient stories of exceptional care and the importance of doctor-patient relationships.
#tennis
fromBrooklyn Paper
6 months ago
Brooklyn

Playing in pink! Brooklynites unite for Breast Cancer Awareness Month with tennis camp * Brooklyn Paper

The USTA regional campaign successfully united the community for breast cancer awareness through tennis activities and camaraderie.
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Gabriela Dabrowski played through breast cancer treatment to win Olympic tennis medal, WTA Tour Finals

Gabriela Dabrowski played through a breast cancer diagnosis in 2024, demonstrating remarkable strength and resilience in her tennis career.
fromBrooklyn Paper
6 months ago
Brooklyn

Playing in pink! Brooklynites unite for Breast Cancer Awareness Month with tennis camp * Brooklyn Paper

The USTA regional campaign successfully united the community for breast cancer awareness through tennis activities and camaraderie.
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Gabriela Dabrowski played through breast cancer treatment to win Olympic tennis medal, WTA Tour Finals

Gabriela Dabrowski played through a breast cancer diagnosis in 2024, demonstrating remarkable strength and resilience in her tennis career.
more#tennis
fromwww.cbc.ca
4 months ago
Medicine

Doctor says opioid crisis 'omnipresent within the trades.' Here's what advocates want to do about it | CBC News

Trade unions and advocates are urging the Ontario government to address the opioid crisis, with a focus on the construction workforce.
#family-support
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

South London woman launches urgent appeal to save younger sister with rare cancer

Sofia Adamou is advocating for stem cell registration to help her sister fight leukemia, highlighting the broader need for diverse donor matches.
fromNew York Post
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

Bruce Willis' wife, Emma Heming, says their kids saw him 'declining' before dementia diagnosis: 'His language started changing'

Emma Heming provides insight into Bruce Willis' frontotemporal dementia and emphasizes the importance of communication and family support in coping with illness.
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

South London woman launches urgent appeal to save younger sister with rare cancer

Sofia Adamou is advocating for stem cell registration to help her sister fight leukemia, highlighting the broader need for diverse donor matches.
fromNew York Post
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

Bruce Willis' wife, Emma Heming, says their kids saw him 'declining' before dementia diagnosis: 'His language started changing'

Emma Heming provides insight into Bruce Willis' frontotemporal dementia and emphasizes the importance of communication and family support in coping with illness.
more#family-support
fromstupidDOPE
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

Worldclass Streetwear: Fashion with a Mission to Fight Colon Cancer | stupidDOPE

Worldclass combines stylish streetwear with a mission to combat colon cancer by funding colonoscopies in underserved communities.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
5 months ago
UK news

My husband was starving and in pain when he died he deserved a dignified death''

The article underscores the importance of patient choice in end-of-life care, as evidenced by Patricia Donoghue's personal tragedy.
fromThe Walrus
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Canada's $32.5 Billion Tobacco Settlement Is a Hollow Victory | The Walrus

G ar Mahood is a prominent tobacco control advocate, recognized for his leadership against the tobacco industry and its harmful practices.
fromCornell Chronicle
6 months ago
Medicine

Gift names the Joan Klein Jacobs Center for Precision Nutrition and Health | Cornell Chronicle

The Joan Klein Jacobs Center for Precision Nutrition and Health at Cornell will advance research and programs in precision nutrition, supported by a $25 million gift.
fromESPN.com
7 months ago
Dallas Cowboys

Ex-Saint Gleason returns home after hospital stay

Steve Gleason has returned home after a hospital stay amidst Hurricane Francine, showcasing resilience and family support.
fromBKReader
8 months ago
Brooklyn

CABS Health Network Celebrates New Location in Bed-Stuy

CABS Health Network celebrated grand opening in Bedford Stuyvesant, highlighting commitment to integrated care management.
fromwww.cbc.ca
10 months ago
Health

B.C. woman slams 'outrageous' partnership between Canada's largest seniors' advocacy group and Big Tobacco | CBC News

CARP, a trusted seniors' advocacy group, faced criticism for promoting a focus group funded by a tobacco company for vaping products.
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