Winter saw "large spike" in very rare pediatric brain infections, CDC reports
At least 102 were hospitalized in December, nearly double an earlier peak.
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Fewer babies born in 2022, and teen births decline, CDC reports
The decline in births is "a very small difference" from the year before.
Using art to educate teens about migraines
The Headache and Arts Program, co-founded by NYU neurologist Dr. Mia Minen, utilizes the intersection of arts and science to teach middle and high school students about neurological conditions such as migraines and concussions.
Alex Rodriguez reveals gum disease: What to know about the diagnosis
Alex Rodriguez is opening up about a condition that he shares with nearly half of adult Americans: gum disease. Here's what to know about the diagnosis.
How a medical recoding may limit breast cancer patients' options
The federal government is reconsidering a decision that critics say would limit women's options for reconstructive surgery.
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Is drinking bone broth good for you? Experts weigh in.
Bone broth is gaining attention on social media, but is it actually healthy or all hype? We asked experts to weigh in and answer common questions.
WHO advises against non-sugar sweeteners for weight loss
Trying to lose weight? Don't rely on non-sugar sweeteners, the World Health Organization advises in newly released guidance.
Are you taking part in "ambition sizing"? Here's how to judge
Ambition sizing is drastic weight loss tied to a specific event - and it can be more harmful than you think. Here's why.
The best diets for heart health, according to the American Heart Association
How closely do popular diets like Mediterranean and keto align with the American Heart Association's guidance for heart-healthy eating? A new scientific statement rates them.
What you should eat to support your gut-brain connection
Dr. Uma Naidoo, a nutritional psychiatrist and author of "This is Your Brain on Food," explains the surprising role our gut plays in maintaining mental health.
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Been a while since you worked out? Expert tips on how to ease in
Whether the COVID-19 pandemic disrupted your exercise routine or life just got in the way, here are expert tips to get you back on track.
Sitting a lot? Here's why you should break it up with short walks.
Even if you exercise on a daily basis, taking short walking breaks throughout the day can help offset the harms of sitting, new research reveals.
How to "hot girl walk": The trend that combines physical, mental health
Looking for a way to exercise your body and mind? We spoke to "hot girl walk" creator Mia Lind about her viral fitness trend.
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Majority of melatonin gummies are inaccurately labeled, study finds
A new study published in JAMA found that, of 25 products analyzed, the actual quantity of melatonin ranged from 74% to 347% of the labeled quantity.
Should you consider a "sleep divorce"? Here's what experts say.
If your partner has ever disrupted your sleep, you're not alone. Sleep experts explain how to tell if a "sleep divorce," or sleeping separate from your partner, may be right for you.
3 expert tips for improving your sleep hygiene
Having trouble sleeping? An expert shares tips for improving your sleep hygiene.
A crippling impact of long COVID? Insomnia.
A crippling symptom of long COVID? Insomnia. CBS News spoke to a woman who experienced this, and doctors say she's not alone.
Good sleep before a vaccine may boost protection, study suggests
A new study found a link between the amount of sleep you get around the time of a vaccine and the level of antibodies produced, especially in men.
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Making friends as an adult can be challenging. Try these expert tips.
Lane Moore, comedian and author of "You Will Find Your People: How To Make Meaningful Friendships as an Adult," shares advice on one of the challenging aspects of adulthood: friendship.
Sexually transmitted infection rates rose in 2021, CDC says
Rates of syphilis, chlamydia and gonorrhea all rose in the U.S. in 2021, according to the latest CDC data.
Expert insight to your common fertility questions
Will I struggle to get pregnant? Does age affect fertility? We talked to experts about your common fertility questions.
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Even from a distance, mass shootings take toll on mental health
"We're going to create an entire generation of people with increased mental health problems," one psychologist warned.
Surgeon General: Social media may pose risk to teen mental health
Dr. Vivek Murthy urged policymakers and tech companies to take "immediate action" to protect young people.
Celebrities are getting candid about health struggles. Does it help?
Mental health disclosures can help counter false beliefs around conditions and minimize stereotypes, one expert says, while other health disclosures can bring visibility and reduce stigma.
Youth mental health crisis may be improving, early ER data suggests
The CDC reports emergency room visits slowed for suicide attempts and overdoses by adolescents.
Work from home? How to disconnect for a better work-life balance
For work-from-home employees, it can feel like you're always "on." Here's expert advice to improve your work-life balance and help you disconnect after your shift.
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What's the deal with probiotics? Should you be taking one?
Probiotic supplements, mixtures meant to replicate the healthy bacteria found inside our gut, are everywhere - but should you be taking them? We asked experts.
What you should eat to support your gut-brain connection
Dr. Uma Naidoo, a nutritional psychiatrist and author of "This is Your Brain on Food," explains the surprising role our gut plays in maintaining mental health.
Want to improve your gut health? Try these expert tips.
It may seem simple, but a healthy diet can lead to a happy gut. Experts break down how to support your gut health through food choices.
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Adidas summer sale: Save up to 50% on athletic shoes and clothing
Save up to 50% on running shoes, athletic clothing and more during the Adidas summer sale.
Affordable and delicious meal kits for seniors
Seniors looking for healthy and satisfying dinners can save big with these budget-friendly meal kits.
Outdoor Voices summer sale: Save 30% on leggings, exercise dresses and athletic wear
Shop summer workout favorites during the Outdoor Voices summer sale.
Best smartwatches for heart health monitoring
Find the best smartwatches for heart rate monitoring including the Apple Watch 8, Samsung Watch 5 and more.
Best treadmills under $500
If you're interested in a basic model, there's no need to spend more than $500 on a treadmill. Check out these great options.
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16 migrants flown to California on chartered jet, left outside church
California Gov. Gavin Newsom met with the migrants Saturday, saying that the state is working to determine who planned the trip and whether any criminal laws were violated.
Poisoned cheesecake used as a weapon a first for NY investigators
Viktoria Nasyrova attempted to murder a woman with cheesecake. As one private investigator would find out, she had a list of alleged victims — including her ex-boyfriend's dog.
Odd crime scene leads to conflicting theories about shooting deaths
Investigators' initial suspicions in the deaths of a mother and daughter are upended by autopsy results and other evidence.
Chinese warship comes within 150 yards of U.S. missile destroyer
Video showed the Chinese warship speeding towards the USS Chung-Hoon.
Some U.S. companies pushing workers to return to the office
Meta this week announced that it was mandating that all workers return to the office for three days a week starting in September.
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Biden signs debt ceiling bill that pulls U.S. back from brink of default
With just two days to spare, President Joe Biden has signed legislation that lifts the nation's debt ceiling.
AI eliminated nearly 4,000 jobs last month, report says
A report of U.S. job cuts showed roughly 5% of job losses in May were due to AI technology.
Another major insurer is halting new policy sales in California
Allstate and others say thousands of natural disasters in recent years have made the state too expensive to cover.
Judge bans AI-generated filings — unless they get human oversight
AI has a place in the profession, but is currently limited in its capabilities, a Texas judge said.
Netflix shareholders vote to reject executives' pay packages
The symbolic vote on executives' multi-million dollar pay packages comes amid an ongoing writer's strike.
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16 migrants flown to California on chartered jet, left outside church
California Gov. Gavin Newsom met with the migrants Saturday, saying that the state is working to determine who planned the trip and whether any criminal laws were violated.
Chinese warship comes within 150 yards of U.S. missile destroyer
Video showed the Chinese warship speeding towards the USS Chung-Hoon.
DeSantis introduces himself to GOP voters in first week of campaign
The Florida governor went on a whirlwind campaign tour through Iowa, New Hampshire and South Carolina this week.
Biden signs debt ceiling bill that pulls U.S. back from brink of default
With just two days to spare, President Joe Biden has signed legislation that lifts the nation's debt ceiling.
Trump lawyers told DOJ they couldn't find classified doc discussed in audio
The recording — from a July 2021 meeting at Trump's golf club in Bedminster, New Jersey — is a crucial piece of evidence that prosecutors obtained in recent months.
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Makers of toxic "forever chemicals" lied about safety, study claims
Companies hid evidence of PFAS' link to dead dogs, enlarged livers and birth defects, according to researchers.
Sweden close to becoming first "smoke free" country in Europe
Sweden, which has the lowest rate of smoking in the Europe Union, is close to declaring itself "smoke free."
Winter saw "large spike" in very rare pediatric brain infections, CDC reports
At least 102 were hospitalized in December, nearly double an earlier peak.
Canada is putting warning labels on each cigarette: "Poison in every puff"
The warnings - in English and French - include "poison in every puff," "tobacco smoke harms children" and "cigarettes cause impotence."
Fewer babies born in 2022, and teen births decline, CDC reports
The decline in births is "a very small difference" from the year before.
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Political clashes in Senegal leaves 15 dead
Rights groups have condemned the government crackdown, which has included arbitrary arrests and restrictions on social media.
3 Israeli soldiers killed in gun battle at Egyptian border
It was the first deadly exchange of fire along the Israel-Egypt border in over a decade.
Nearly 300 killed in one of India's deadliest train accidents
Footage from the accident site showed bodies lined up on tracks and the injured being shifted to hospitals while rescuers desperately looked through the overturned and jumbled metal train compartments.
At least 288 killed, 850 injured in India train derailment
Images broadcast on local stations showed smashed train compartments torn open with blood-stained holes of twisted metal, and scores of passengers lying beside the tracks.
CIA chief secretly met with Chinese counterpart in Beijing last month
CIA Director William Burns traveled secretly to Beijing last month, becoming the most senior U.S. official to visit China since the U.S. shot down a Chinese surveillance balloon.
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From the archives: Songwriters Cynthia Weil and Barry Mann
Lyricist Cynthia Weil, who with her husband Barry Mann was half of one of the most successful songwriting teams in New York's fabled Brill Building, and who wrote or co-wrote hits for such artists as Neil Diamond, Linda Ronstadt and Lionel Richie, died June 1, 2023, at age 82. In this "Sunday Morning" profile that aired February 8, 2015, Weil and Mann talk with correspondent Rita Braver about their love-hate competition with Carole King (dramatized in the musical "Beautiful"), and about creating such classics as "On Broadway" and "You've Lost That Lovin' Feelin'."
The Heavy performs "I Feel the Love"
British band "The Heavy" is known for their unique blend of blues, gospel and soul music. Their work has been featured in countless TV shows, movies and video games, and now they're out with their sixth studio album. Here is The Heavy with "I Feel the Love."
The Heavy performs "Hurricane Coming"
British band "The Heavy" is known for their unique blend of blues, gospel and soul music. Their work has been featured in countless TV shows, movies and video games, and now they're out with their sixth studio album. Here is The Heavy with "Hurricane Coming."
The Heavy performs "Feels Like Rain"
British band "The Heavy" is known for their unique blend of blues, gospel and soul music. Their work has been featured in countless TV shows, movies and video games, and now they're out with their sixth studio album. Here is The Heavy with "Feels Like Rain."
Jacky Oh, Wild 'N Out cast member, dead at 32
The star of the improv show and longtime partner of DC Young Fly reportedly died in Miami on Wednesday.
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What jobs are safe from AI?
Artificial intelligence will likely remake the workplace. A recent analysis from Goldman Sachs looked at the global impact, and found that AI could replace 300 million full-time jobs. Futurist Martin Ford joined CBS News to discuss the jobs he believes AI likely won't take, and what you can do if you're concerned your job may be replaced.
How to protect your home security camera from hackers
It's important to practice good "cyber hygiene" to prevent hackers, and even employees, from accessing sensitive information.
Money stored on apps like PayPal could be at risk, feds warn
Financial watchdog urges consumers who keep funds with a digital app to transfer the money to an insured bank account.
"The ChatGPT Revolution" explored in CBS doc
In a new documentary, CBS Reports explores the unleashing of artificial intelligence, a rapidly evolving technology. Entrepreneur João Santos, who created AIsthetic, an apparel company using CHatGPT as the CEO, joins CBS News.
Meta threatens news ban in California over bill to support journalism
Owner of Facebook and Instagram could bar users in the state from sharing news over bill requiring tech companies to pay news publishers.
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Multiple rare sightings of wolverine in California confirmed
In the last century, only two wolverines were spotted in California.
Phoenix limits construction amid water crisis
Arizona is limiting new construction around Phoenix as the state's water supply continues to dwindle. State officials say there isn't enough groundwater for housing construction that's already been approved. CBS News senior national and environmental correspondent Ben Tracy has more.
South Dakota zoo welcomes litter of "critically endangered" red wolves
A litter of six red wolf pups, a highly endangered species of which there are only about two dozen in the wild, was born at the Great Plains Zoo in South Dakota on Thursday.
Atlantic hurricane season officially begins
The Atlantic hurricane season has officially begun and forecasters are already watching some activity in the Gulf. CBS News senior weather and climate producer David Parkinson joins with a preview of the season, and national correspondent Manuel Bojorquez investigates Florida's flood insurance crisis.
Trucker detained after a "weird" potato spill on a key Denmark bridge
Officials say it "looks weird," and could have been an accident - or a protest over new environmental restrictions on diesel trucks hauling heavy loads.
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Poisoned cheesecake used as a weapon a first for NY investigators
Viktoria Nasyrova attempted to murder a woman with cheesecake. As one private investigator would find out, she had a list of alleged victims — including her ex-boyfriend's dog.
Odd crime scene leads to conflicting theories about shooting deaths
Investigators' initial suspicions in the deaths of a mother and daughter are upended by autopsy results and other evidence.
Woman poisoned with cheesecake; lookalike convicted of attempted murder
See the details of the bizarre case.
Police arrest suspect in Florida's Hollywood Beach shooting
The Hollywood Police Department has also issued arrest warrants for two other suspected gunmen.
Suspect captured in fatal shooting of West Virginia officer
The shooting happened in the same county where a sheriff was shot to death in 2013.
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Livestream captures images of Mars
In a first of its kind event, the European Space Agency on Friday livestreamed images of Mars in what it called an opportunity "to get as close as it's currently possible" to the Red Planet.
A strawberry moon will take the night sky this weekend. Here's how to see it.
Around the world, people can catch a sweet treat in the night sky this weekend.
For first time ever, a near livestream of Mars
Up until Friday, all images seen of the planet were technically of its past.
Boeing again delays first piloted test flight of Starliner crew ferry ship
A new launch target was not announced, but Boeing officials said a flight this year is still feasible. In theory.
Webb telescope discovers traces of water in atmosphere of exoplanet
Scientists first made a brightness map of the exoplanet, then a temperature map of the atmosphere.
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Woman poisoned with cheesecake; lookalike convicted of attempted murder
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Live performances are in full swing this summer. Scroll through our concert gallery, featuring pictures by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.
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N.J. woman survives a home invasion, brutal stabbing by a young stranger
Despite losing three quarters of the blood in her body, Donna Ongsiako was able to help police find the person who almost took her life.
How investigators solved murder of missing Florida woman
Vero Beach Police investigators focused on cellphone tower pings and surveillance footage cameras to catch a man who murdered his former girlfriend.
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The ChatGPT Revolution | CBS Reports
The artificial intelligence revolution has arrived. AI tools such as ChatGPT offer the power to transform fields like business, art, medical research and more. But this technology also brings ethical uncertainty and peril. CBS Reports explores the unleashing of this still rapidly evolving creation and some of the possible dangers.
The Case of the Poison Cheesecake
Viktoria Nasyrova is accused of using cheesecake as a murder weapon. Her motive was to steal the identity of Olga, who looks a lot like her. "48 Hours" correspondent Peter Van Sant reports.
Death Hits Home: The Hargan Killings
Megan Hargan was suspected of killing her mother and sister. Her defense had an unusual theory: her sister was the one who pulled the trigger – with her toe. "48 Hours" correspondent Peter Van Sant reports.
2 killed in Mississippi plane crash
Two people were killed when a small plane crashed and caught fire near an airport in Tupelo, Mississippi, on Saturday.
Some U.S. companies seek a return to the office
Some U.S. company leaders are calling for their remote workers to return to the office. Meta this week announced that it was mandating that all workers return to the office for three days a week starting in September. Carter Evans has more.