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Semaglutide, the active ingredient in drugs like Wegovy and Ozempic, can help people lose weight — and a new study says it may also help people quit smoking.
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Semaglutide, the active ingredient in drugs like Wegovy and Ozempic, can help people lose weight — and a new study says it may also help people quit smoking.
One of the largest doctors groups in the U.S. raised concerns that the condition known as "tongue-tie" is being over-diagnosed and often treated with unnecessary surgery to babies' mouths.
The Food and Drug Administration has approved a blood test intended to detect colorectal cancer, expanding options for screening for the potentially deadly disease.
We asked three Olympic athletes — gymnast Suni Lee, rugby player Steph Rovetti and swimmer Cullen Jones — what they eat in a day. Here's what they said.
Whether you're in your 20s, over 60, or anywhere in between, CBS News HealthWatch has a guide to the vaccines and health screenings medical experts recommend.
We asked three Olympic athletes — gymnast Suni Lee, rugby player Steph Rovetti and swimmer Cullen Jones — what they eat in a day. Here's what they said.
Another year of Nathan's Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest means a lot of calories consumed. Here's the breakdown.
A new study found no association between multivitamins and lower risk of death. CBS News medical contributor Dr. Céline Gounder shares what you need to know.
A diet healthy for humans and the planet? A new study explores the potential benefits of the Planetary Health Diet. Here's what to know.
A new observational study, meaning it does not prove causation, found xylitol, a common sugar substitute, may increase the risk of heart attack and stroke.
Prompted by a near-drowning experience as a child, Olympic swimmer Cullen Jones is now a swim lesson advocate. Here are his top tips to stay safe.
The rankings, from the American College of Sports Medicine and the Elevance Health Foundation, are based on 33 health indicators, including different health behaviors and outcomes.
A workout that mindlessly tones your arms while getting some cardio in? If it sounds too good to be true, that's because it may be. Here's what experts say.
The Olympic village beds are "rock solid," according to some athletes on social media. Oh, and there's no AC. A sleep expert explains how these conditions could impact performance.
Having trouble sleeping, but a sleep divorce feels too drastic? Here's what to know about the Scandinavian sleep method and if it's right for you.
Are you using your smartwatch to the fullest? Here are 4 metrics doctors say can be useful to track beyond your daily step count.
With daylight saving time approaching, should parents give kids melatonin gummies to help them sleep? A doctor shares what to know about the supplement and possible side effects.
Daylight saving time for 2024 is here, which means we lost an hour of sleep as we "spring forward." Here's how to deal with the time change, according to experts.
A recent Gallup survey shows global loneliness impacts more than 1 in 5 people worldwide, which can lead to serious health concerns. A psychiatrist discusses how you can combat this issue.
An ongoing lawsuit aims to set aside the Affordable Care Act's requirements that insurers cover preventive care, such as contraception.
About one million women in the United States experience menopause every year, but it's still surrounded by stigma — something Dr. Sharon Malone is trying to change.
You might've heard of rage rooms — places to smash things to relieve some stress — but how about a place to go cry in comfort?
A recent Gallup survey shows global loneliness impacts more than 1 in 5 people worldwide, which can lead to serious health concerns. A psychiatrist discusses how you can combat this issue.
From heart disease monitoring to post-surgery recovery, here's why some doctors are recommending the use of smart wearables like the Apple watch.
Even if someone has gone through a healing process with body image or their relationship with food, these challenges can "last a lifetime," a licensed mental health counselor tells CBS News.
Stress can impact how your skin looks and feels, dermatologists say. Here's how — and what you can do about it.
Dr. Uma Naidoo, a nutritional psychiatrist and author of "This Is Your Brain on Food," shares elements to include in your diet for boosting both physical and mental health.
Probiotic supplements, mixtures meant to replicate the healthy bacteria found inside our gut, are everywhere - but should you be taking them? We asked experts.
Dr. Uma Naidoo, a nutritional psychiatrist and author of "This is Your Brain on Food," explains the surprising role our gut plays in maintaining mental health.
Learn about the Samsung Galaxy Ring -- it's a new fitness and health monitor you wear on a finger like jewelry,
Prompted by a near-drowning experience as a child, Olympic swimmer Cullen Jones is now a swim lesson advocate. Here are his top tips to stay safe.
The rankings, from the American College of Sports Medicine and the Elevance Health Foundation, are based on 33 health indicators, including different health behaviors and outcomes.
A workout that mindlessly tones your arms while getting some cardio in? If it sounds too good to be true, that's because it may be. Here's what experts say.
Save big on rowing machines, folding treadmills, dumbbells and more for your home gym this Memorial Day.
The DNC is holding an early August virtual roll call vote to formalize Kamala Harris' nomination for president. Here's what's known about the vote so far.
The state of Texas is accusing a Catholic charity of being a "stash house" for migrants. But the shelter says it is simply helping desperate people in need.
Cooper said it "wasn't the right time" for him to potentially join the ticket.
Public health alert and multiple recalls issued after dangerous contaminant found in several brands of the spice.
"Weird" is the word of the moment in the election cycle, and many are crediting Gov. Tim Walz, who is among the names being vetted as presumptive nominee Kamala Harris' running mate, with kicking off the trend.
Public health alert and multiple recalls issued after dangerous contaminant found in several brands of the spice.
Patients who need emergency transportation have a 50% chance of getting a surprise ambulance bill, consumer group says.
Billionaire Elon Musk, who has endorsed former President Donald Trump, claims Google has a "search ban" on Trump.
McDonald's sales fell for the first time since 2020 as the world's biggest restaurant chain plays catch-up with rivals.
The Federal Reserve is meeting July 30-31 to discuss its benchmark rate. Here's what economists say about the impact on your money.
The DNC is holding an early August virtual roll call vote to formalize Kamala Harris' nomination for president. Here's what's known about the vote so far.
The state of Texas is accusing a Catholic charity of being a "stash house" for migrants. But the shelter says it is simply helping desperate people in need.
Cooper said it "wasn't the right time" for him to potentially join the ticket.
"Weird" is the word of the moment in the election cycle, and many are crediting Gov. Tim Walz, who is among the names being vetted as presumptive nominee Kamala Harris' running mate, with kicking off the trend.
"On top of its extreme decisions, the court is mired in a crisis of ethics," President Biden said in a speech at the LBJ Library in Austin.
Public health alert and multiple recalls issued after dangerous contaminant found in several brands of the spice.
Semaglutide, the active ingredient in drugs like Wegovy and Ozempic, can help people lose weight — and a new study says it may also help people quit smoking.
Patients who need emergency transportation have a 50% chance of getting a surprise ambulance bill, consumer group says.
Incorrect dose calculations have resulted in patients administering 5 to 10 times more of the medication than drugmakers intended.
One of the largest doctors groups in the U.S. raised concerns that the condition known as "tongue-tie" is being over-diagnosed and often treated with unnecessary surgery to babies' mouths.
Here are some spectacular photos of athletes in action at the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris.
Swimmers at the Olympics have rules to follow when it comes to the types of swimsuits they wear.
Team USA is battling for gold at the 2024 Paris Olympics. See how their medal haul stacks up against other countries in this count.
Mexican prosecutors the gunmen were targeting a rival drug dealer engaged in a dispute over drug sales.
Ben Thouard made his name photographing surfing. For the 2024 Olympics, he'll be in the water off Tahiti capturing the Summer Games.
Co-founded by George Balanchine in 1948, New York City Ballet is considered one of the best dance companies in the world, and at 75 is catering to an increasingly younger audience.
Co-founded by George Balanchine in 1948, New York City Ballet is considered one of the best dance companies in the world, and the foundation of ballet in America. Correspondent Serena Altschul talks with the company's current leaders Jonathan Stafford and Wendy Whelan, and with legendary dancer Suzanne Farrell and principal ballerina Megan Fairchild, about NYCB and its affiliated School of American Ballet, and how, at 75, the company is catering to an increasingly younger audience.
Ralph Macchio and his "Karate Kid" co-star William Zabka have transferred their young martial arts rivalry into adulthood, playing their characters as grown-ups in the series "Cobra Kai," now in its sixth and final season on Netflix.
When "The Karate Kid" came out in the summer of 1984, the little movie about rival martial arts students, competing against big-budget blockbusters, became one of the highest-grossing films of the year. Ralph Macchio and his co-star William Zabka have since transferred their young rivalry into adulthood, by playing the grown-up Daniel LaRusso and Johnny Lawrence in the series "Cobra Kai," now in its sixth and final season on Netflix. For Macchio it's a return to a character that has both enriched his life and challenged it. Correspondent Lee Cowan reports.
"Sunday Morning" remembers some of the notable figures who left us this week, including Abdul "Duke" Fakir, the last surviving founding member of the Motown group The Four Tops.
Apple has reached its first-ever contract with a retail union, coming to a tentative deal with workers at a store in Maryland.
One week after the global computer outage, Windows systems are nearly fully operational, according to CrowdStrike.
From labor shortages to environmental impacts, farmers are looking to AI to help revolutionize the agriculture industry. One California startup, Farm-ng, is tapping into the power of AI and robotics to perform a wide range of tasks, including seeding, weeding and harvesting.
Rep. Jennifer Wexton of Virginia delivered what is believed to be the first speech ever from the House floor using artificial intelligence voice technology. Wexton was diagnosed last year with a rare neurological disorder that robbed her of her ability to speak clearly.
Social media giant Meta is issuing a warning over the increasing number of sextortion scams where fake profiles are used to get people to send nude photographs and then threaten to release them unless victims pay up. On Wednesday, Meta said it has removed 6,300 Instagram accounts of scammers in Nigeria who frequently target adult men in the U.S.
As of Monday evening, California's Park Fire had burned through 370,000 acres -- roughly half the size of Rhode Island. It's the biggest fire in the Golden State since 2020. CBS News national correspondent Jonathan Vigliotti has more.
In Canada, a fast-moving fire has ravaged the resort town of Jasper, Alberta. In Northern California, fires have burned 164,000 acres of land. CBS News Sacramento reporter Kayla Moeller joins from Chico, California, with more on the wildfires.
Scientists say a common painkiller used on cattle wiped out India's vultures, resulting in half a million human deaths in just 5 years.
Wildfires are spreading across the western U.S. and Canada. In Northern California, the Park Fire has burned over 71,000 acres, and officials have arrested a 42-year-old man on suspicion of arson for starting the fire. CBS News national correspondent Jonathan Vigliotti has the latest.
The discovery includes "thousands of marble slabs" in "hundreds of different shapes" found in a submerged ancient city.
Mexican prosecutors the gunmen were targeting a rival drug dealer engaged in a dispute over drug sales.
Two children were killed and nine other people were wounded at a mass stabbing in Southport, England, Monday, local officials confirm. A 17-year-old male has been arrested in connection to the attacks at a Taylor Swift-themed event for kids.
Huw Edwards was one of the BBC's most prominent figures before he was suspended in July 2023 and later resigned for health reasons.
A 17-year-old male was arrested after a stabbing attack in the seaside town of Southport, England, police said.
Milos Radonjic was arrested in Italy where authorities say he planned to captain a yacht in an international race.
SpaceX put 67 Starlinks into orbit while Boeing carried out successful tests of its Starliner capsule.
Engineers say they're still troubleshooting issues discovered aboard the Boeing Starliner spacecraft that took NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams into space. They were originally supposed to spend eight days aboard the International Space Station. They've now been up there for almost eight weeks.
NASA and Boeing managers are increasingly confident the Starliner capsule is good to go for re-entry and landing.
The Chandra X-ray observatory was launched on July 23, 1999.
The cosmos is providing a full moon for the 55th anniversary of the first lunar landing this weekend, and plenty of other events honor Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin's giant leap.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Live performances are in full swing this summer. Scroll through our concert gallery, featuring pictures by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.
A teenager's murder in Lowell, Massachusetts, goes unsolved for more than 40 years -- were the clues there all along?
The actor, recipient of a lifetime achievement Academy Award, was renowned for such films as "MASH," "Klute," "Don't Look Now," "Ordinary People," and "The Hunger Games."
The Illinois mom wrote, "If something ever happens to me, please make sure the number one person of interest is Tim." Take a look at the evidence that led to Tim Bliefnick's arrest.
Newly released text messages reveal counter snipers knew about the gunman who attempted to assassinate former President Donald Trump earlier than previously known. The texts show officers were first informed of a suspicious individual more than 90 minutes before the shooting. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane reports.
As Vice President Kamala Harris' allies rallied in Pennsylvania on Monday, President Biden made the case for Supreme Court reform in Austin, Texas. Pennsylvania Democratic State Rep. Malcolm Kenyatta joins "America Decides" with his reaction. Then, Molly Ball, senior political correspondent for The Wall Street Journal, and Josh Gerstein, senior legal affairs reporter for Politico, join with further analysis.
Voters in Venezuela are taking to the streets, claiming their voices were suppressed during the presidential election over the weekend. Ryan Berg, head of the Future of Venezuela Initiative at the Center for Strategic and International Studies, joins CBS News to unpack the situation.
The FDA has approved a new blood test for detecting colon cancer. The approval comes after a clinical study found the test could correctly detect colon cancer in 83% of participants who were not experiencing symptoms. CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook has the details.
The U.S. men's gymnastics team won bronze in the Paris Olympics team event on Monday. It was the first time the team has medaled since the 2008 games in Beijing. "CBS Saturday Morning" co-host and CBS News and sports correspondent Dana Jacobson joins from Paris with more on how Team USA is performing in the City of Lights.