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California Lands 6 Hospitals on U.S. News Honor Roll
James Ward and USA TODAY NETWORK on August 5, 2026
Six California medical centers made a prestigious national list, but rankings alone may not determine where patients receive the best care.
Customers Could Get Up to $25K in Flagstar Bank Settlement
Anthony Thompson and USA TODAY on August 5, 2026
A deadline is days away for millions of people to claim cash, credit monitoring or reimbursement after two major bank data breaches
The “Widow’s Penalty” Can Quietly Cost Your Surviving Spouse Six Figures — There’s a Window to Stop It
Stacy Johnson CPA on September 21, 2026
When one spouse dies, the tax rules turn on the other. Here’s the retirement tax trap most couples never see coming — and the narrow window to defuse it.
7 Medications Linked to a Higher Risk of Falling (Most Might Surprise You)
Gillian Manning on August 5, 2026
Falls are a leading cause of injury deaths among older adults, and some medications significantly increase this risk.
Dengue Alerts Issued in These Florida Locations. How to Protect Against Mosquitoes
Sarah Perkel and USA TODAY NETWORK on August 5, 2026
As little as a teaspoon of standing water can breed dengue-carrying mosquitoes — here’s how to mosquito-proof your yard this week.
Keep These 11 Pantry Essentials on Hand for Making Simple, Low-Cost Meals
Larissa Runkle (The Penny Hoarder) and Jen Smith (The Penny Hoarder) on August 5, 2026
Keep your kitchen well-stocked with these and you’ll never go hungry — even when you’re short on time and energy.
Study Links Eating Meat to Living to Age 100 — but the Devil’s in the Details
Kristin Kurens on August 5, 2026
The surprising findings apply to a specific group, but the real lesson is key for everyone.
How to Know You Have Fibroids, and What to Do About It
Alexandra Frost and USA TODAY on August 5, 2026
Up to 80% of women develop these non-cancerous growths by their 40s, yet many need no treatment at all.
19 Charged in $4M Pennsylvania Home Health Care Fraud Schemes
Thao Nguyen and USA TODAY on August 4, 2026
One home health aide allegedly billed Medicaid for more than 64,000 hours of care that was never provided, including 24-hour shifts logged over 1,100 times.
How Lettuce Linked to Cyclosporiasis Outbreak Can Get to Your Table
Stephen J. Beard, George Petras, Daniel de Visé, Dian Zhang, Ramon Padilla and USA TODAY on August 4, 2026
A CDC probe traces over 6,700 illnesses to a Mexican farm — here’s the nine-stop journey lettuce takes before it reaches your plate.
Chipotle Pulls Jalapeños as Salmonella Outbreak Sickens Over 100
Mary Walrath-Holdridge and USA TODAY on August 4, 2026
Minnesota health officials say 89% of sickened patients ate at the chain, and other restaurants may be affected too.
Walmart Pistachio Nut Butter Recalled. See the Affected States
Greta Cross and USA TODAY on August 4, 2026
A Walmart-exclusive pistachio spread tied to salmonella is off shelves in 19 states, with a specific lot code and expiration date to check now.
Over 1 Million Rams Are Being Recalled. See the Affected Model
Taylor Ardrey and USA TODAY on August 4, 2026
A seat-buckle flaw in the second row could leave passengers unrestrained in a crash, and the dealership fix won’t cost a dime.
Rabbit Fever Cases Detected in US. How to Check for Symptoms
Saman Shafiq and USA TODAY on August 4, 2026
Three probable cases surfaced in Suffolk County, New York, and a 9-year-old boy’s tick bite caused weeks of severe pain.
Before You Quit Your Weight-Loss Drug, Answer These 6 Questions
Stacy Johnson CPA on August 4, 2026
Most people who stop regain the weight. The ones who don’t share one thing — and it isn’t willpower.
Is the Toyota bZ or Chevrolet Blazer EV the Better Electric SUV?
Keith Laing and USA TODAY on August 4, 2026
Both EVs top 300 miles per charge, but the right pick depends on cargo space, horsepower, and whether your budget is $35,000 or $62,000.
9 Free Medicare Screenings That Could Save Your Life
Gillian Manning on August 3, 2026
Medicare offers these free screenings to help catch serious health issues early.
First 2 Deaths Reported in Cyclospora Outbreak
Mary Walrath-Holdridge and USA TODAY on August 3, 2026
Michigan health officials say both victims had serious underlying conditions as the state’s cyclosporiasis case count surges past 11,000.
8 Ways to Avoid This Hidden Food Ingredient That Could Be Making Us Sick
Gillian Manning on August 3, 2026
This insidious ingredient is everywhere, but you have some smart options for ingesting less of it.
You Actually Need Less Protein Than You Think, Study Suggests
Sara Moniuszko and USA TODAY on August 3, 2026
Researchers reviewed 350 studies and found excess protein may raise obesity and inflammation risk in people who aren’t very active.
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