New study on salt may cause parents to shake up kids' diets
Nearly all American kids eat far too much salt, according to a federal study -- which says they’re at risk for high blood pressure and heart disease
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Heart surgery devices may pose infection risk to thousands
The CDC is warning patients, doctors and hospitals of potentially deadly bacterial infections
A lot more kids killed in gun accidents than gov't says, study finds
Research by AP, USA TODAY finds federal statistics off by as much as a third; 1 child dying every other day in an accidental shooting
Leukemia no longer the leading childhood cancer killer: CDC
It falls to second on list of deadliest childhood cancers due to improved treatment and lack of progress against another lethal type
Miami Beach wary of spraying Zika chemical that can "kill anything"
CDC says claims Naled is safe to use, but residents are opposed to the spraying of the insecticide that was banned from the European Union and protested in Puerto Rico
Zika, and Zika anxiety, spreads to Miami Beach
New zone poses unique challenges with aerial spraying ineffective due to high-rise buildings, strong ocean gusts
CDC director: I'm "deeply concerned" about stopping Zika transmission
Dr. Tom Frieden of the CDC says he is worried about having enough resources to stop further spread of the Zika virus
Texan who picked up Zika in Miami is first for U.S.
The phrase "travel-related Zika" now carries new meaning, says CBS News' Dr. LaPook
Inside the "air war" in Florida against Zika
Spraying has begun in the Miami neighborhood where, officials say, at least 15 people have already contracted the virus
Zika warning in Florida
Wynwood, Florida, is the epicenter for the Zika virus in the continental U.S. State county health officials along with an emergency response team from the Centers for Disease Control are there, but are having trouble combating the aedes aegypti mosquito. David Begnaud reports.
Zika can spread by any type of sex
The CDC warns about a whole range of sexual activities that could put people at risk
Pfizer highlights risks of opioid painkillers
As concerns mount about addiction, pharma giant says it wants to help address public health concern
CDC: Brain-eating amoeba found at whitewater center after teen's death
Systems at U.S. National Whitewater Center inadequate to kill a rare, brain-attacking organism blamed for killing Ohio teenager, CDC says
"Ouchless" flu spray fails, panel urges shot instead
FluMist was supposed to be better for kids, but the last few flu seasons proved this painless option was just the opposite
The true cost of Zika in the U.S. could be staggering
The amounts Congress is debating about spending on prevention pale against the virus' potential long-term health care costs
CDC documents raise concerns about lab safety
Newly released documents read "like a screenplay for a disaster movie," detailing the malfunction of a decontamination chamber at biosafety lab
Zika's threat to tourism adds to Puerto Rico's woes
One of the few economic bright spots for the financially struggling island is also now on the ropes as tourists shy away
Just how dangerous is meat and poultry packing?
While some statistics show a decline in worker injuries, it may not necessarily mean those jobs are getting safer
U.S. smoking rate does something it hasn't in years
Some 50 years ago, roughly 42 percent of U.S. adults smoked, but picture is radically different today
Alarming number of public pools cited for health violations
As Americans gear up for summer, the CDC warns swimming pools may harbor serious health hazards
Zika is here -- Will Congress act?
The Obama administration submitted a $1.9 billion request to Congress in February
CDC labs cited for mishandled bioterror germs
According to report, in recent years, handful of CDC facilities secretly had permits suspended for serious safety violations
CDC investigating after 97 fall sick on Disney cruise ship
Stomach bug outbreak aboard the Disney Wonder cruise ship impacted both passengers and crew members, CDC says
Passengers quarantined for norovirus on cruise ship
Seventeen percent of passengers have reported being ill, mostly with vomiting and diarrhea, since the voyage began
First U.S. Zika-related death reported in Puerto Rico
The U.S. territory of Puerto Rico has more than 680 cases of Zika virus, government officials said today
Senate GOP eyes key vote today in different approach to end shutdown
Senate Republicans hope the plan attracts enough Democratic support to end the stalemate.
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Airlines scramble to comply with FAA order cutting thousands of flights
The FAA ordered airlines to cut thousands of flights starting Friday as the agency deals with air traffic controller shortages during the government shutdown.
Judge orders Trump administration to fully fund SNAP benefits for November
U.S. District Judge John McConnell ordered the Trump administration to provide the full food stamp benefits by Friday.
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ICE's detainee population reaches 66,000, a new record high, statistics show
ICE's detainee population is at the highest level on record as President Trump intensifies his crackdown on illegal immigration — and just over half did not have criminal charges or convictions, according to data obtained by CBS News.
Tesla shareholders approve CEO Elon Musk's $1 trillion pay package
The vote comes after a top shareholder, Norway's sovereign wealth fund, said it would vote against the pay package.
Justices let Trump enforce new passport policy removing "X" gender marker
The Supreme Court agreed to freeze a lower court order that stopped the State Department from enforcing a new passport policy put into place by President Trump earlier this year.
Immigrants with health conditions may be denied visas under new guidelines
People seeking visas to live in the U.S. might be rejected if they have certain medical conditions, including diabetes or obesity, under a new directive from the Trump administration.
Cowboys' Marshawn Kneeland dead at age 24
The Department of Public Safety said officers found Kneeland's vehicle abandoned after a crash, then found his body nearby.
Rep. Elise Stefanik will announce run for N.Y. governor Friday, sources say
Rep. Elise Stefanik of New York has been hinting at the possibility of running against Gov. Kathy Hochul in 2026.