Bill aims to eliminate ‘sell by’ dates: What would that mean for your grocery shopping?
A bipartisan proposal in the U.S. Senate could bring sweeping changes to food packaging across the country by creating a standardized system for expiration and quality dates, a move supporters say would reduce consumer confusion ... more
New York measles cases reach 13 as Schumer pushes for stronger federal response
New York has recorded 13 measles cases so far this year, including the first two confirmed cases in Erie County since 2018, prompting renewed concerns among public health officials about declining vaccination rates and the ... more
Cornell researchers say experimental treatment could help stop cancer from spreading
Researchers at Weill Cornell Medicine have developed an experimental treatment that uses controlled doses of carbon monoxide to significantly reduce the spread of some of the deadliest forms of cancer, raising hopes for a new ... more
From COVID vaccines to cancer therapies: How Rochester became a leader in the RNA revolution
Long before mRNA vaccines became household terminology during the COVID-19 pandemic, researchers at the University of Rochester were quietly studying a molecule that much of the scientific world viewed as little more than DNA's sidekick ... more
The Growing Shortage of Home Care Services in Ireland
Ireland's healthcare system faces a mounting crisis that extends far beyond hospital waiting lists and emergency department overcrowding. A less visible but equally pressing challenge has emerged: a severe shortage of home care services that ... more
How to Treat Pelvic Pain After Your Pregnancy
Adjusting to life after giving birth can bring many changes, both physical and emotional. One common issue new mothers face is pelvic pain, which can be bothersome and last a long time. This pain may ... more
Tick-related visits surge as Lyme disease concerns grow
Health providers across the Rochester region are seeing a sharp increase in tick-related visits this spring, prompting renewed warnings about Lyme disease and the importance of prevention, according to the University of Rochester Medical Center ... more
Gallup finds declining acceptance of several social behaviors in U.S.
Americans are becoming less likely to view several social behaviors as morally acceptable, according to a new Gallup survey that found notable declines over the past year in attitudes toward birth control, gambling, teenage sex ... more
Cornell researchers receive grants to study fungal disease, antibiotic resistance
Two Cornell University researchers have received $300,000 grants to pursue high-risk scientific research that could lead to advances in fighting fungal infections and antibiotic-resistant bacteria. The Schwartz Research Fund Visionary Grants were awarded to Lori ... more
Report: New York State sees mixed results on child well-being
New York is seeing mixed progress on child well-being, according to a new annual report from the Annie E. Casey Foundation. The state ranks 30th in the 2026 Kids Count Data Book, a slight drop ... more
Requeson cheese recalled in New York over possible listeria contamination
A New York dairy distributor is recalling packages of Requeson cheese after state inspectors detected possible listeria contamination, prompting a warning for consumers not to eat the product. Nelson & Isa Lacteos LLC, based in ... more
Boil water order lifted for affected Waterloo properties
Residents and businesses on portions of West Elizabeth and Center streets in Waterloo can resume normal water use after health officials lifted a boil water order issued earlier this week. The Seneca County Health Department ... more
Wayne County EMS braces for birthing center closure
Ambulance crews across Wayne County are preparing for more maternity emergencies on the road, according to WHAM, as Newark-Wayne Community Hospital moves toward closing its labor and delivery unit. Local EMS agencies are developing new ... more
Lawmakers consider prescription fee mandate that could raise health plan costs
A proposal moving through the final days of New York's legislative session could significantly increase the amount pharmacies are paid to fill prescriptions, a change supporters say would protect local pharmacies but critics warn could ... more
University of Rochester researchers warn air pollution may harm brain health
Air pollution may pose risks far beyond the lungs and heart, potentially affecting brain development in children and increasing the risk of dementia and other neurological disorders in adults, according to researchers at the University ... more
Most people see ultraprocessed foods as health threat, support regulation, Cornell study finds
Most Americans believe ultraprocessed foods pose a major threat to public health and support stronger government oversight of the industry, according to new research led by Cornell University that found broad agreement across political lines ... more
Healthcare coverage cliff hits Essential Plan enrollees
Hundreds of thousands of New Yorkers could soon lose access to low-cost health insurance, according to News10NBC. Changes to the state's Essential Plan will make people earning more than $31,920 annually ineligible for coverage after ... more
Rabid raccoons confirmed in Lyons-Sodus area, Wayne County health officials warn
Wayne County health officials are urging residents to avoid contact with wild animals after two raccoons in the Lyons-Sodus area tested positive for rabies within the past week. According to Wayne County Public Health, the ... more
How Small Molecule Research Is Accelerating the Future of Precision Medicine
Even well-established medications can produce mixed results. A treatment that works for one patient may do very little for another, or trigger side effects doctors didn’t expect. Healthcare providers have been dealing with that reality ... more
