Pfizer's maternal RSV vaccine effective at preventing severe infections in newborns, FDA says but flags potential risk of preterm birth
Pfizer's vaccine to protect newborns from respiratory syncytial virus, or RSV, by vaccinating their moms late in pregnancy cuts the risk that infants will need to see a doctor or be admitted to the hospital with a moderate to severe infection before 6 months of age, according to a new analysis by government regulators.
2023-05-17 02:52
Recalled Gerber baby formula was sent to US retailers after recall began, wholesaler says
A Gerber infant formula was recalled earlier this year over potential contamination of Cronobacter sakazakii, a bacteria that could cause life-threatening infections in infants
2023-05-17 02:50
Five men convicted for audacious $123M jewels heist in Dresden
Five men have been sentenced to several years in prison for their role in a $123 million heist that captured the world's attention for its brazenness, public broadcaster MDR reported Tuesday.
2023-05-17 02:24
How the American Dream convinces people loneliness is normal
American lore is full of tales of the lone cowboy, the rugged individualist who will do what needs to be done and ride off into the sunset
2023-05-17 00:20
A lonely nation: Has the notion of the 'American way' promoted isolation across history?
American lore is full of tales of the lone cowboy, the rugged individualist who will do what needs to be done and ride off into the sunset
2023-05-16 20:47
Hitler speech and Nazi slogans played on Austrian train's loudspeakers
Passengers on an Austrian train running from Bregenz to Vienna were shocked when they heard a recording of an Adolf Hitler speech play over the train's loudspeaker system on Sunday.
2023-05-16 19:49
Marijuana harms babies in first trimester of pregnancy, study finds
Even marijuana use in early pregnancy can significantly harm a developing fetus, a new study found, putting children at risk for developmental delays, higher rates of ADHD and learning disabilities, and higher rates of emotional problems.
2023-05-16 12:26
At 81, Martha Stewart becomes oldest Sports Illustrated swimsuit cover model
Sports Illustrated has chosen Martha Stewart as one of its 2023 swimsuit issue models
2023-05-16 08:22
Atlantic City casino can't live without a beach, so it's rebuilding one
What’s an ocean without a beach
2023-05-13 07:46
Families facing rare muscle disease are pushing for an experimental gene therapy, but the FDA is skeptical
SRP-9001, an experimental gene therapy that aims to slow or stop the progression of Duchenne muscular dystrophy, is being considered for accelerated approval by the FDA.
2023-05-12 22:27
Liam and Olivia continue reign as Social Security’s top baby names in the US
Dutton and Wrenlee are on the rise but they’re no match for champs Liam and Olivia as the top baby names in the U.S. last year
2023-05-12 22:24
Sleeping will be one of the challenges for astronauts on Mars missions
Astronauts have been adjusting to the challenges of sleeping in space for years, including light exposure and zero gravity. The lessons learned from their experiences could help ensure that the first crewed missions to Mars get enough rest.
2023-05-12 21:53