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“ESTABLISHING THE PRESIDENT’S MAKE AMERICA HEALTHY AGAIN COMMISSION”

By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, it is hereby ordered: Section 1. Purpose. American life expectancy significantly lags behind other developed countries, with pre‑COVID-19 United States life expectancy averaging 78.8 years and comparable countries averaging 82.6 years. This equates to 1.25 billion fewer life years for the United States population. Six in 10 Americans have at least one chronic disease, and four...

With RFK Jr. in Charge, Supplement Makers See Chance To Cash In

KFF HEALTH NEWS – Last fall, before being named the senior U.S. health official, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said the Trump administration would liberate Americans from the FDA’s “aggressive suppression” of vitamins, dietary supplements, and other substances — ending the federal agency’s “war on public health,” as he put it. In fact, the FDA can’t even require that supplements be effective before they are sold. When Congress, at the agency’s urging, last considered legislation to require...

Connecticut cannibal killer given conditional release after 2011 murder in which he ate victim’s brain, eye

In 2013, Tyree Smith was found not guilty by reason of insanity in the 2011 death of Angel Gonzalez

Fake online pharmacies thriving despite DEA crackdown

In fiscal year 2023, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seized 1.5 million counterfeit medicines, making pharmaceutical items the biggest category of seized counterfeit goods.

The smelliest member of Congress is unmasked: ‘The dude just stinks’

The 77-year-old Democrat is known for 'old-people smell' ...

The secret to great sex isn’t really a secret. It’s asking the right question, 81-year-old sex professor says

CNN – Want to have great sex? For world-renowned human sexuality professor Dr. William Yarber, now in his 41st year of teaching at Indiana University, there’s no big secret. It comes down to asking and sharing with your romantic partner a mix of these magical words: “How do you like to be touched?” and “Here’s how I like to be touched.” “The essence of sexuality is giving and receiving pleasurable touch,” said Yarber, 81, who is...

RFK Jr. Outlines Priorities On Food, Vaccines, And Personnel

KFF HEALTH NEWS Morning Briefing Summaries of health policy coverage from major news organizations More news from the week ending Friday, Feb 14 2025 Time: RFK Jr. Outlines Priorities On Food, Vaccines, And Personnel In an interview just hours after his confirmation as Health and Human Services Secretary, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. outlined his priorities in response to specific prompts by Fox News host Laura Ingraham. “It’s MAHA time” read a chyron as Kennedy joined the program,...

Ohio Announces Human H5N1 Avian Flu Case, State’s First

KFF HEALTH NEWS Morning Briefing Summaries of health policy coverage from major news organizations Friday, Feb 14 2025 CIDRAP: Ohio Announces Human H5N1 Avian Flu Case, State's First A man from Mercer County, Ohio, is that state’s first human case of H5N1 avian flu, according to the Ohio Department of Health (ODH). The man is a farm worker who was in contact with deceased commercial poultry. ... Ohio is one of the epicenters of the US bird flu...

Husband watches in horror as rampaging hippo kills his wife on African safari tour

The husband of a woman killed by a hippo while on an African safari says the tour operator failed to keep her safe.

Georgia Man Sentenced to 475 Years for Dogfighting

Vincent Lemark Burrell was found guilty last month of more than 100 counts of dogfighting and animal cruelty after dozens of dogs were found in poor condition at his home.

Virginia McCaskey, 102, Owner and Stalwart of the Chicago Bears, Dies

The daughter of the Bears founder and football pioneer, George Halas, she witnessed much of N.F.L. history from a young age, then took the team’s reins in 1983.

The Best Exercise Habits To Totally Reshape Your Body After 50

Stay strong, lean, and healthy with these expert-recommended moves

Dog Food Recalled in Multiple States Due to Salmonella Contamination

The company has withdrawn multiple other pet foods over recent months due to similar issues.

These Nutrients Can Strengthen Aging Bones

THE NEW YORK TIMES – Here are some nutrients to prioritize to keep your bones healthy as you age. Calcium When you don’t get enough calcium from food, your body will pull the mineral from your bones, which can make them weaker, said Sue Shapses, a professor of nutritional sciences at Rutgers University. Your ability to absorb calcium from food declines as you age too, she said. Dairy products like milk and yogurt are excellent sources of...

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