Is brain rot real? Researchers warn of emerging risks tied to short-form video

A group of advisers at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is considering reversing the long-standing recommendation for newborns to receive a hepatitis B vaccination within 24 hours of birth. This potential change comes amid ongoing discussions about vaccine protocols and their implications for public health.

A voluntary recall has been issued for over 250,000 cases of shredded cheese sold at major retailers due to potential contamination with metal fragments, as reported by the Food and Drug Administration. This recall affects a significant quantity of product, raising concerns about food safety and consumer health.

Congress is facing a critical deadline as health insurance premiums are expected to rise significantly for millions of Americans within a month, yet efforts to reach a deal to address these escalating costs have stalled, leading to widespread pessimism among lawmakers.

New warnings have emerged regarding online advertisements for medical products that promote seemingly easy treatments for various ailments, utilizing AI deepfakes to create convincing endorsements featuring celebrities and doctors. NBC’s Vicky Nguyen reports on the increasing sophistication of these scams that mislead consumers.

Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins announced that the USDA may withhold SNAP benefits from blue states unless they provide requested immigration data, following a recent court ruling that prohibited the administration from using such data as a condition for food assistance funding.

San Francisco has filed a lawsuit against 10 major food companies, claiming that these companies marketed and sold ultraprocessed foods while being aware of the potential harm to human health. The lawsuit highlights concerns over the impact of such foods on public health and nutrition.

Two large reviews have confirmed that the HPV vaccine is very safe and effective, reducing the risk of cervical cancer by 80%. This supports the recommendation for routine vaccination of adolescents against human papillomavirus.

Dave Coulier discussed his health journey on TODAY, revealing a new cancer diagnosis after previously battling non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma. He highlighted the significance of early cancer detection, stating it has saved his life twice, and shared insights about his radiation treatment and his bond with Full House co-star John Stamos.