Yuki Noguchi
Stories
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RFK Jr.'s MAHA report on children's health leaves something out: nicotine
The Trump administration's document about children's health and chronic disease doesn't mention the word "nicotine" once. Tobacco remains the top cause of preventable death in the U.S.
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HHS responds to report about autism and acetaminophen
A report that health secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. has promised will come out this month will look at the causes of autism. Many worry it will have claims unsupported by science.
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Senators from both parties grilled RFK Jr. on vaccines and more
In a blistering hearing, Senators from both parties challenged the health secretary to defend his actions, including on vaccines access and CDC leadership.
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Help is growing for the heavy emotional toll cancer takes on young men
Coping with cancer and its aftermath isn't easy for anyone. But men tend to isolate more, seek less support and, alarmingly, die earlier than women. Young survivors are working to change that.
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The emotional impact of cancer on men
Coping with cancer and its aftermath isn't easy for anyone. But men tend to fare worse emotionally and physically. They isolate more, seek less support and, alarmingly, die earlier.
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Ultra-processed food consumption is down a bit, but still more than 50% of U.S. diet
Americans get about 55% of our calories from tasty, cheap — and unhealthy — manufactured foods, the latest data from CDC says. For kids, the percentage is even higher.
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Dozens of state laws take aim at food dyes amid a wave of support for MAHA
Fueled by MAHA, state lawmakers are moving to remove dyes and other additives from food. A wide range of state laws could make it difficult for manufacturers and could spur further federal regulation.
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Teens are trying to bulk up on protein supplements. What should parents watch for?
Teenage boys especially are getting lots of messages — from peers and from social media — about the power of protein supplements. Doctors caution there can be too much of a good thing.
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The best support for a friend with cancer? Presence, listening, and space to vent
People who get cancer say their friends often disappear when they hear the bad news. Don't be that person! Here's advice for what to do and say — and what not to say — when a loved one faces cancer.
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The doctor said 'be happy.' Music therapy can help cancer patients do that
A new study shows that music therapy is as effective as cognitive behavioral therapy at helping cancer patients and survivors heal emotionally.
