New gene-editing tools may help wipe out mosquito-borne diseases Scientists say gene-editing technology may eradicate a mosquito in the U.S. that spreads dengue and other diseases. Concerns remain about the possible environmental impact of bioengineered mosquitoes. Greg Allen
JN.1 takes over as the most prevalent COVID-19 variant. Here's what you need to know The CDC estimates that up to 86% of new COVID-19 cases stem from the latest mutation. The virus continues to evolve so rapidly that "our immune systems have not been able to keep up," an expert says. Vanessa Romo
Robitussin's maker recalls cough syrup for possible high levels of yeast The contamination, found in some eight lots of syrup that contain honey, could pose a serious risk to people with weakened immune systems. The Associated Press
Gene therapy shows promise for an inherited form of deafness Scientists report that gene therapy restored at least some hearing and speech for five out of six children with a rare form of genetic deafness. Rob Stein
5 victims of Puyallup crash identified, including 4 children The Pierce County Medical Examiner has identified all five victims of a deadly crash on state Route 512 in Puyallup early on the morning of Jan. 14. John Ryan
Raped, pregnant and in an abortion ban state? Researchers gauge how often it happens Researchers estimate nearly 65,000 rape-caused pregnancies have happened in states with abortion bans in effect since Roe v. Wade was overturned. The report is in JAMA Internal Medicine. Selena Simmons-Duffin
How a cold snap exposed cracks in King County's emergency response shelter system This month’s cold snap did more than just ice over roads and knock out power — it also revealed some of the cracks in King County and Seattle’s cold weather emergency response system. Libby Denkmann
After Texas banned abortion, one doctor moved his entire practice to New Mexico Since Texas banned nearly all abortions, some providers have left the state. A look at one doctor who moved his entire practice — including the staff — to neighboring New Mexico. Kayla Padilla
Why diphtheria is making a comeback With an effective vaccine, cases of the potentially fatal disease plummeted. But West Africa is now seeing thousands of new cases and hundreds of deaths. Simar Bajaj
What's with all the hype surrounding Ozempic and other weight-loss drugs? The medication Ozempic and its competitors are being widely used off-label as weight-loss aides. Some fear their popularity could undermine the body-positivity and inclusivity work that has helped different body types be embraced in mainstream culture. Libby Denkmann
