Rob Stein

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Measles Cases In The U.S. Reach Highest Count In 25 Years

Federal health officials released the latest national measles count Monday. Measles has been reported in 22 states.

FDA Seeks Ban On Menthol Cigarettes To Fight Teen Smoking

In its latest effort to curb smoking by young people, the FDA wants to outlaw menthol cigarettes. The agency would also restrict sales of flavored e-cigarettes to reduce youth addiction to nicotine.

Results Of At-Home Genetic Tests For Health Can Be Hard To Interpret

As home genetic testing continues to boom, more people are getting their DNA tested for health reasons. The tests may signal future disease, but there are many limitations that might falsely reassure.