Most Americans Say They Don’t Trust Driverless Cars — Here’s Why

SUNDAY, March 8, 2026 (HealthDay News) — Many Americans remain uneasy about driverless cars. According to new research, their concerns go far beyond safety.

A new study from the University of California San Diego found that most Americans worry the technology could lead to job losses, with many saying it could worsen income inequalit...

Can The Critters in Your Mouth Cause or Cure Disease?

SATURDAY, March 7, 2026 (HealthDay News) — No matter how much you brush, floss and rinse, there’s a zoo colonizing your teeth, gums and tongue.

Billions of microscopic critters called microbes make their home in your mouth, and scientists studying them suspect they play important roles in not only diseases of the mouth but...

Some Patients Keep Weight off With Fewer GLP-1 Injections, Study Finds

FRIDAY, March 6, 2026 (HealthDay News) — Some patients taking popular GLP-1 weight loss drugs may be able to keep the weight off while taking injections less often, according to a small new study.

The idea began when Dr. Mitch Biermann, an obesity and internal medicine specialist at Scripps Clinic in San Diego, started noticing a pat...

Sixth Measles Case Confirmed in New Mexico Jail

FRIDAY, March 6, 2026 (HealthDay News) — Health officials in New Mexico say the state now has six confirmed measles cases, including a newly reported case linked to a jail in Las Cruces.

The latest case involves a federal detainee at the Doña Ana County Detention Center, according to the New Mexico Department of Health.

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RFK Jr. Urges Medical Schools To Add More Nutrition Training

FRIDAY, March 6, 2026 (HealthDay News) — U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced a new effort Thursday aimed at getting medical schools to spend more time teaching students about nutrition.

Federal officials say 53 medical schools have already agreed to take part in the voluntary initiative.

The program has asked ...

45,000 Halo Magic Sleepsuits For Babies Recalled Over Choking Risk

FRIDAY, March 6, 2026 (HealthDay News) — About 45,000 HALO Magic Sleepsuits for infants are being recalled after reports that part of the zipper can come loose and create a choking hazard.

The recall was announced March 5 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission and affects certain sleepsuits sold in the United States, accordin...