Fewer U.S. teens are having babies; here's why
A combination of factors has led to lower teen birth rates in recent years and a narrowing racial divide
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Are Americans drinking enough water every day?
A new CDC study may upend popular worries that people aren't properly hydrated
Who will Zika be an occupational hazard for?
Health officials give guidelines on how outdoor and health workers can protect themselves from the mosquito-borne Zika virus
1 in 8 U.S. workers has some hearing loss: CDC
Workers in the mining, construction and manufacturing sectors are especially prone to noise-linked hearing loss
U.S. suicide rates on the rise
CDC report sheds light on worrisome trends, including the fact that young girls are the fastest-growing group of those that kill themselves
Will Congress fully fund the fight against Zika?
The CDC has requested nearly $2 billion to keep Zika at bay in the U.S. -- but Congress has yet to provide the money
Are you washing your hands wrong?
Two rival methods go hand-to-hand in a wash-off
Investors to McDonald's, Domino's: Cut the antibiotics
A $1 trillion coalition warns several fast-food chains about mounting health risks from overuse of antibiotics in food
U.S. summit focuses on fighting mosquito-borne Zika
Hundreds of federal, state and local health officials attended the Atlanta meeting focused on Zika monitoring, mosquito control, and protections for pregnant women
Germs may be lurking in your deli's meat slicer
You may want to put that sandwich down: a new CDC report uncovers troubling findings about delis' meat slicer cleaning habits
Deadly listeria outbreak linked to raw milk
Health officials warn about risk of bacteria in unpasteurized milk from an organic farm
New guidelines aim to reduce painkiller abuse
Doctors prescribe enough opioid painkillers each year for every adult in the U.S. to have a bottle; experts say that has to change
Zika cases in U.S. reach new level
Health officials plead with Congress to fund Zika virus prevention efforts in Latin America to stem risk to U.S.
CDC investigates more U.S. Zika cases possibly transmitted sexually
The new cases include two pregnant women, notable since Zika has been linked to microcephaly in newborns
U.S. woman bearing twins scared of Zika after Puerto Rico trip
The virus has been linked to birth defects in Latin America and pregnant women in the United States are taking heed
Americans are sleep deprived. Could getting married help?
Some unexpected findings in the latest study on sleep
Mosquitoes: "The most murderous animal on earth"
Zika virus is just one of the many dangerous health threats posed by mosquitoes
Feds: Harmful formaldehyde levels in Lumber Liquidators flooring
Following a "60 Minutes" report, a federal investigation found laminate flooring made in China emits hazardous levels of formaldehyde
Health officials: Here's what will help stop Zika virus
Experts tell Congress the most important steps for keeping Zika at bay in the U.S.
Lyme disease just got nastier
Until now, scientists thought only one species of bacteria was responsible for the tick-borne Lyme disease
How will Chipotle's lunchtime closing gamble play out?
It may turn out to be too little, too late, or or it could spark a rebound -- though the odds may be against the latter
Fear of Zika virus spreads to Latin America travel
Many Americans say no way to Latin America travel because of mosquito-borne virus, although hit on tourism is minimal so far
CDC faces backlash over alcohol warning to women
Government health officials touched a nerve with their advice to sexually active women about drinking
Latest Zika advice: Use condoms during pregnancy
The CDC offers new guidance to protect unborn babies from virus linked to birth defects
Will Zika virus outbreak take hold in the U.S.?
Dr. Thomas Frieden, who runs the Centers for Disease Control, spoke with CBS News on growing number of cases in U.S.
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 potential $1 trillion pay package
The vote comes after a top shareholder, Norway's sovereign wealth fund, said it would vote against the pay package.
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.
Farmers' Almanac says 2026 edition is its last
Farmers' Almanac says its 2026 edition is its last, citing the growing financial challenges of producing and distributing the book in today's "chaotic media environment."