Monkeypox can look different than what doctors thought. Here's what they're learning Symptoms that doctors were taught about in medical school are not necessarily indicative of the cases of 2022. It can be much more subtle — and look a lot like other diseases. Michaeleen Doucleff
Thousands of kids are getting sick from downing melatonin pills Last year, U.S. poison control centers got 52,000 calls about children consuming worrisome amounts of the dietary supplement, a popular sleep aid. Two children have died in the past decade. The Associated Press
In a new U.S. poll, a majority identify as 'pro-choice' for the first time in decades The Gallup poll, conducted after the leak of a draft Supreme Court opinion that would overturn Roe v. Wade, says that 55 percent of Americans now identify as pro-choice, up from 49 percent last year. Rachel Treisman
Novavax's COVID vaccine nears the finish line The Novavax vaccine appears to be safe and about 90% effective at preventing mild, moderate and severe COVID-19, Food and Drug Administration scientists say in an analysis of the company's data. Rob Stein
The White House says COVID vaccination for kids younger than 5 could start soon The White House says babies, toddlers and other very young children could finally start getting vaccinated against COVID-19 as soon as June 21. Rob Stein
Seattle Ukrainians help refugees find health care they can trust As the war in Ukraine continues, refugees in the Seattle area are settling in and looking for health services. A local Ukrainian nonprofit is stepping up to help them navigate the complex American health care system. Natalie Akane Newcomb
White House says COVID vaccination for kids younger than 5 could start in a few weeks COVID-19 vaccinations for children younger than 5 could start right after the Juneteenth holiday. Rob Stein
As the baby formula crisis worsens, it's also magnifying disparities in the U.S. Empty store shelves. Frustrated parents. The formula shortage has upended life for millions of families across the nation and magnified longtime disparities in how infants receive nutrition. Jason Breslow
These female health-care workers won a huge WHO honor. They'd like a raise, too India's all-female task force of community health-care workers won the World Health Organization's Global Health Leaders Awards. But instead of recognition, some want a better salary and benefits. Sushmita Pathak
Mayor Harrell's homelessness plan The city rolled out a new tool this week to guide its approach to homeless encampments. It's one more step in the Harrell administration's plan to approach Clare McGrane
