July 17, 2026

FDA Probes Taco Bell Cyclospora Outbreak

FDA's traceback investigation identified a single supplier of iceberg lettuce from Mexico. The agency has initiated product sampling, increased border screening, and said Taco Bell plans to stop using lettuce from the identified supplier.

Conexiant

July 15, 2026

Medical Oddities: Natural Doesn't Always Mean Safe

From the gym to the kitchen to romance, these studies challenge everyday assumptions.

Conexiant

July 14, 2026

Autism Spectrum Disorder Linked to Distinct Urine Metabolite Pattern

Researchers proposed a new autism spectrum disorder phenotype characterized by elevated urinary microbially derived metabolites.

Conexiant

July 01, 2026

Medical Oddities: Do Jellyfish Hold a Healing Secret?

Jellyfish, pets, watermelon, brain implants, and fennel fuel this week's surprises.

Conexiant

June 30, 2026

How Does Social Media Influence Health Decisions?

National survey findings suggest many US adults report making health decisions based on social media despite widespread concerns about the accuracy of health information shared to the platforms.

Conexiant

June 26, 2026

FDA Monthly Preview: Key July Decisions to Watch

Several FDA decisions across multiple specialties are expected this month.

Conexiant

June 19, 2026

Treatable Pediatric Neuromuscular Disorders

Through a case-based, evidence-driven approach, this Neuroscience Grand Rounds session highlights how clinicians can differentiate among neuromuscular conditions, localize disease processes and identify those disorders where timely treatment can significantly alter disease trajectory.

Phoenix Children's Medical Connection

June 19, 2026

Pediatric Bowhunter Syndrome: What Do We Know?

Bowhunter syndrome (BHS) is a rare but important cause of posterior circulation stroke in children, resulting from vertebral artery compression during head rotation.

Phoenix Children's Medical Connection

June 19, 2026

UCI Health hosts IBD transition of care open house

UCI Health hosted a World IBD Day open house designed to support young adults with inflammatory bowel disease.

UCI Health

June 17, 2026

$1M Grant for Genetic Cataract Research

Lurie Children’s ophthalmologist receives $1 million National Institutes of Health grant to study pediatric cataract genetics

The Ophthalmologist