Passengers who left cruise early monitored for hantavirus in U.S., worldwide
American passengers who left the MV Hondius cruise ship in April are being monitored for hantavirus in at least three states, health officials said.
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Trump promised cheaper drugs. Some prices dropped. Many others shot up.
Since his second term started, President Trump has introduced a flurry of initiatives aimed at taming the excesses of the pharmaceutical industry.
Fruit-flavored e-cigarettes for adults OK'd by FDA in major shift under Trump
The FDA announced its first authorization of fruit-flavored electronic cigarettes intended for adult smokers, a major policy shift after months of appeals to President Trump from the vaping industry.
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A hantavirus outbreak on the MV Hondius cruise ship has killed three people and infected multiple others, officials said.
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CBS News medical contributor Dr. Céline Gounder said the results of the study on coffee drinkers having lower risk of dementia should be taken "with a massive grain of salt."
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Some protein powders and shakes contain unsafe levels of lead, according to a Consumer Reports investigation that analyzed 23 dairy, beef and plant-based protein supplements.
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This number of steps a day can reduce risk of death, diseases, analysis finds
Research published in The Lancet Public Health journal landed on a number different than the 10,000 daily step recommendation you may have previously heard.
New recommendations to measure obesity go beyond controversial BMI
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Is daylight saving time bad for your health? A neurologist explains.
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STDs fall in adults, syphilis in newborns rises: CDC data
While sexually transmitted disease rates for U.S. adults fell last year, syphilis in newborns continued to rise, according to new data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
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U.S. moms report large decline in mental health in recent years, study finds
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Plane crashes can spark fear of flying. Here are tips to help you cope.
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Dads can get postpartum depression too. Here's what to know.
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Karoline Leavitt announces birth of her baby girl
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt announced the birth of her baby girl, Viviana, or "Vivi" for short.
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Woman dies while competing in 250-mile Arizona ultramarathon
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Agents can kill bears from the air to protect Alaska caribou, judge says
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That discount at the pharmacy counter may pack hidden costs
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iPhone owners could get up to $95 from a new Apple settlement
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Karoline Leavitt announces birth of her baby girl
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt announced the birth of her baby girl, Viviana, or "Vivi" for short.
Rubio and Pope Leo meet at the Vatican after weeks of tension
Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Pope Leo XIV met Thursday at the Vatican to discuss the situation in the Middle East and other matters.
Blanche: Immigrants who committed fraud to become U.S. citizens should worry
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Passengers who left cruise early monitored for hantavirus in U.S., worldwide
American passengers who left the MV Hondius cruise ship in April are being monitored for hantavirus in at least three states, health officials said.
That discount at the pharmacy counter may pack hidden costs
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Trump promised cheaper drugs. Some prices dropped. Many others shot up.
Since his second term started, President Trump has introduced a flurry of initiatives aimed at taming the excesses of the pharmaceutical industry.
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What's next for those aboard cruise ship?
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Passengers who left cruise early monitored for hantavirus in U.S., worldwide
American passengers who left the MV Hondius cruise ship in April are being monitored for hantavirus in at least three states, health officials said.
Dozens of cocaine packages seized in Pacific, 11 rescued from shipwreck
The Mexican navy helped rescue shipwrecked sailors and retrieve bales of illicit drugs that had been dumped into the ocean.
Rubio and Pope Leo meet at the Vatican after weeks of tension
Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Pope Leo XIV met Thursday at the Vatican to discuss the situation in the Middle East and other matters.
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As President Trump again voices optimism that Iran will "make a deal" to end the war, Tehran declares itself the regulator of Strait of Hormuz shipping.
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Three passengers have been evacuated from a cruise ship hit by a hantavirus outbreak, as related cases are confirmed in Switzerland and South Africa.
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Surprising "Survivor" tribal council ceremony
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Documentary explores maternal healthcare
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What to know about Apple settlement
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Autonomous cars to be ticketed in California
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iPhone owners could get up to $95 from a new Apple settlement
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If confirmed, the rock would become just the second world past Neptune in our solar system to host an atmosphere.
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The Mexican navy helped rescue shipwrecked sailors and retrieve bales of illicit drugs that had been dumped into the ocean.
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A note apparently written by convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein before his death has been made public. CBS News' Anna Schecter has more.
Possible Epstein suicide note released
A judge on Wednesday ordered the release of an apparent suicide note possibly written by the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. CBS News has not independently verified the note. Anna Schecter has the latest.
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Probe on some Trump pardon recipients
Senate and House Democrats launched a probe into the process for some of President Trump's pardons and commutations. CBS News' Gabe Kaminsky reports.
8 infected with hantavirus from ship outbreak
At least two Americans on board the MV Hondius, the cruise ship affected by a hantavirus outbreak, are being monitored in the U.S. for potential symptoms. CBS News' Tom Hanson has the latest.
Trump claims Iran won't have nuclear weapons
President Trump is claiming that Iran is close to reaching a peace deal with the U.S. This comes as Israel resumed strikes in Lebanon following a U.S.-brokered ceasefire. CBS News' Aaron Navarro and Holly Williams report, and Jason Campbell, a senior fellow at the Middle East Institute, joins with more insight.
Blanche on U.S. citizenships being revoked
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche spoke to CBS News' Camilo Montoya-Galvez about the fears among naturalized U.S. citizens and the accusations of retribution by the Justice Department on behalf of President Trump.
Spencer Pratt trades jabs at mayoral debate
Spencer Pratt, the former reality TV star who is running for Los Angeles mayor, joined a debate with current mayor Karen Bass and councilmember Nithya Raman on Wednesday. CBS News Los Angeles' Tom Wait reports.