February 4 Plastic surgeon cites 'emotional blackmail,' poor evidence in warning against youth gender surgeries American Society of Plastic Surgeons warns against transgender surgeries for minors under 19, citing poor evidence and concerning European data.
February 4 Trump-signed shutdown bill sends $4M to children's hospitals under federal probe for transgender care President Donald Trump signed legislation funding two children's hospitals that HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has targeted over sex-change treatments for minors.
February 4 US plastic surgeons group breaks with medical establishment, sets age limit for gender surgery 'Outnumbered' reacts to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons' advisory against gender altering surgeries for children under 19.
February 4 CDC investigates new cruise ship outbreak after dozens report gastrointestinal illness A gastrointestinal outbreak was reported by the CDC on a luxury cruise ship, affecting 27 people during the Miami to Honolulu voyage. The investigation continues into the cause.
February 4 Dr. Marc Siegel on faith's role in Alabama man's miraculous 'Snowmageddon' survival Dr. Marc Siegel discusses Kelly Garner's incredible survival in freezing temperatures after a 40-foot fall during a 2014 winter storm.
February 4 Plastic surgeons warn against gender surgeries for trans youth Plastic surgeons urge doctors to delay gender-affirming surgeries until patients are 19, citing European data and poor quality evidence. Dr. Sheila Nazarian explains concerns about long-term data and the influence of ideology over science.
February 4 People lost weight while eating significantly more food — here's the secret A new study reveals that people eating whole foods consumed 57% more food by weight, yet took in 330 fewer calories daily than ultra-processed eaters. Experts shared insights.
February 4 Could humans live to be 150 years old? Geneticist shares why it may be possible Life expectancy is rising, and longevity experts say humans could live far longer. New aging research explores how science may extend lifespan decades more.
February 4 Plastic surgeons group opposes gender surgeries for minors The American Society of Plastic Surgeons now recommends delaying gender-affirming surgeries until age 19. Political strategist Katie Zacharia explains the group's guidance and discusses a $2 million malpractice lawsuit won by a detransitioner.
February 4 Palantir's Shyam Sankar: US must use AI as 'slingshot' against China or face economic defeat Palantir CTO says U.S. must harness AI to compete with China, citing factory case where worker productivity improved 50% with significantly reduced downtime.
