SC’s case against Planned Parenthood funding goes before US Supreme Court
A case coming before the Supreme Court from South Carolina on Wednesday, April 2, could upend health care services for...
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Ultraprocessed foods: What are they and are they bad for you?
RFK Jr., the nation’s new health secretary, has cited “highly chemically processed foods” as a chief culprit behind an epidemic...
Charlotte’s LGBTQ+ community highlights transgender challenges
NC lawmakers introduced Senate Bill 516 this week that would limit rights of transgender individuals, including bathrooms in public spaces....
FDA bans Red Dye No. 3, ignites movement
The FDA's Red Dye No. 3 ban is sparking a wider push to eliminate artificial food dyes in the U.S....
VA ends gender-affirming care for new patients
"If Veterans want to attempt to change their sex, they can do so on their own dime," Sec. Doug Collins...
Seed oils spark debate among influencers, nutritionists
Both proponents and detractors of seed oils agree on one thing: More nutrition research is needed to explore nuances and...
GOP budget proposal may slash Medicaid for low-income families
A new House Republican budget plan calls for $880 billion in spending cuts over the next decade. WASHINGTON, D.C., USA...
North Carolina could lose $27 billion in Medicaid funds
Navigator programs received $98 million in federal funding. This month, that budget was slashed to $10 million. CHARLOTTE, N.C. —...
Why banning sugary snacks, junk food from SNAP benefits isn’t easy as it seems
Removing certain foods from SNAP — known for years as food stamps — isn't as simple as it sounds. WASHINGTON...
RFK Jr. defends vaccine views as a key confirmation vote hangs in the balance
Kennedy's confirmation is in the hands of a few Senate Republicans, some of whom have expressed concerns about his views...