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Pancreatic cancer vaccine shows encouraging results

May 11, 2023 1:00 PM Jacqueline Aguilar

An mRNA vaccine that programs the body to fight pancreatic cancer is showing early promise.

Avian flu vaccine for birds being tested, ending outbreak brings challenges

May 9, 2023 6:36 AM Jacqueline Aguilar, CNN Newsource

New vaccines are being tested to prevent Avian flu in birds, but experts say ending the historic outbreak isn’t as simple as vaccination.

Iowa halts funding for Plan B and abortions for rape victims

April 19, 2023 10:39 AM Jalen Fong, CNN Newsource

(CNN/KYMA, KECY) – Iowa’s attorney general is pausing funding for emergency contraception, and in some cases, abortion for sexual assault victims. Iowa attorney general Brenna Bird says she is evaluating whether this is an appropriate use of public funds. Until her review is complete, the state will be delaying payment of any pending claims that

Arizona mother seeking life saving treatment for 7 month old baby

April 6, 2023 9:40 PM Jessica McClain

Chandler, AZ. (CNN / KYMA, KECY-TV) – Josefina Hernandez is running out of options, in her search for life saving care to treat her 7 month old infant, who’s spent her life in the hospital. Exhausting all resources has left her financially up against the wall, but she continues to fight the good fight. Her

CDC data shows rise in sexually transmitted infections

April 12, 2023 7:03 PM Jacqueline Aguilar, CNN Newsource

The rate of sexually transmitted infections jumped by 7% in 2021.

Study shows poor sleep increases stroke risk

April 7, 2023 9:55 AM Jacqueline Aguilar, CNN Newsource

If you are having problems sleeping, then you may be at a greater risk of having a stroke.

Poor sleep makes asthma more likely

April 6, 2023 8:28 AM Jacqueline Aguilar, CNN Newsource

A new study says poor sleep may put you at a greater risk for developing asthma.

WHO estimates one in six people affected by infertility

April 5, 2023 8:22 PM Jacqueline Aguilar, CNN Newsource

An estimated one in six people globally are affected by infertility.

New national plan to reduce cancer deaths

April 4, 2023 8:08 AM Jacqueline Aguilar, CNN Newsource

The Department of Health and Human Services is working on several initiatives to reduce the number of cancer deaths in the country.

Strong friendships may help physiological health

March 29, 2023 8:23 AM Jacqueline Aguilar, CNN Newsource

According to a new study, steady friendships may be an asset to your physical health.

Massive recall on beef after E. Coli pops up in sample

March 28, 2023 8:32 AM Jacqueline Aguilar, CNN Newsource

A meat-packer is voluntarily recalling 1.7 tons of boneless beef chuck after E. coli was found in a sample.

Alzheimer’s first signs may appear in the eyes

March 28, 2023 8:20 AM Jacqueline Aguilar, CNN Newsource

Eyes may be the window to the soul, but could they also provide glimpses into cognitive health?

Study: Paxlovid decreases risk of ‘long covid’

March 27, 2023 7:46 AM Jacqueline Aguilar, CNN Newsource

People who are vaccinated or who take Paxlovid during a Covid-19 infection have a lower risk of developing the ‘long covid’ condition.

Pfizer recalls migraine medication over packaging issue

March 20, 2023 12:49 PM Jacqueline Aguilar, CNN Newsource

Pfizer is recalling more than four million packages of a prescription migraine medication.

FDA’s new rules for tobacco product packaging

March 9, 2023 7:44 AM Jacqueline Aguilar, CNN Newsource

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is proposing new rules to ensure tobacco users really know what they’re getting.

CDC warns of drug-resistant bacteria

March 1, 2023 8:37 AM Jacqueline Aguilar, CNN Newsource

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is warning people about the rising threat of drug-resistant bacteria.

Poll: One in three parents give children fever meds

February 27, 2023 9:42 PM Jalen Fong, CNN Newsource

(CNN/KYMA, KECY) – Many parents give fever-reducing medication to their kids way too quickly. That’s according to a new national poll by C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital. The poll was conducted with more than 1,300 parents with kids under the age of 12. Researchers found that one in three parents gives their kids medicine for a

Chronic pain tied to increased dementia

February 27, 2023 9:19 PM Jalen Fong, CNN Newsource

(CNN/KYMA, KECY) – Chronic pain is linked to an increased risk of cognitive decline and dementia. According to a study published in the Journal Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, or PNAS, the study found that people who walked with “purpose”, at a pace of over 40 steps a minute, were able to cut their