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ABC News - Health

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2 days ago

FDA approves new higher-dose version of Wegovy shots - U.S. regulators on Thursday approved a new higher-dose version of the blockbuster obesity drug Wegovy

21 hours ago

Hotter temperatures may push millions toward a more sedentary lifestyle, study finds -- Rising temperatures could lead to up to 700,000 additional deaths worldwide.

3 days ago

Judge temporarily blocks RFK Jr.'s efforts to reshape childhood vaccine policy -- Kennedy reduced the number of recommended shots from 17 to 11.

4 days ago

The delayed echo of measles: a rare but fatal complication -- Subacute sclerosing panencephalitis typically takes years to appear.

3 days ago

Many military members may get care at vulnerable hospitals: Analysis -- Service members often rely on civilian hospitals for health care.

5 days ago

Wyoming governor signs 'fetal heartbeat' abortion ban into law -- The bill prohibits abortion once cardiac activity has been detected.

9 days ago

A meningococcal disease outbreak is spreading in the UK. Here's what to know

1 day ago

Teen girl's harrowing journey with measles highlights how serious the virus can be

8 days ago

Stair climbers love the exercise, even if security acts like they're up to something

4 days ago

Doctors want more women lifting weights. Experts say welcoming gyms and education would help

5 hours ago

As dangerous temperatures hit West, how early heat waves can impact health

16 hours ago

Healthy eating may help keep the brain younger, study suggests

3 days ago