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Food

No, Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. has not announced plans to ban Diet Coke

Health

Why we can’t VERIFY a chart showing UnitedHealthcare denies more claims than other insurers

The feds and private health insurers don’t make comprehensive data on claim denials available to the public, making it impossible to VERIFY denial rates.
Health

Fact-checking posts about UnitedHealthCare claim denials

The feds and private health insurers don’t make comprehensive data on claim denials available to the public, making it impossible to VERIFY denial rates.
Holiday

Yes, artificial Christmas trees can trigger allergies

Artificial trees can gather dust, mold spores and other allergens. This can trigger an allergic reaction that’s sometimes called “Christmas tree syndrome."
Health

Yes, the U.S. health care system is the most expensive in the world

The alleged manifesto of the UnitedHealthcare CEO’s suspected killer has sparked claims the U.S. has the world’s most expensive healthcare in the world. That’s true.
Health

The health care system in the U.S. is the most expensive in the world

The alleged manifesto of the UnitedHealthcare CEO’s suspected killer has sparked claims the U.S. has the world’s most expensive healthcare in the world. That’s true.
Health

No, zinc supplements are not proven to prevent or treat colds

Some studies suggest zinc supplements may reduce cold length, but the evidence remains inconclusive. Long-term zinc use in high doses can also lead to health issues.
Health

No, zinc supplements are not proven to prevent or treat colds

Many people claim zinc supplements can prevent colds, shorten their duration or reduce the severity of symptoms. But the evidence remains inconclusive.
Holiday

Poinsettias’ danger to pets has long been overblown

Contrary to popular belief, poinsettias are not deadly to cats and dogs. But animals still might get sick if they eat the plant.
Recalls

Is there a recall on Butterball turkeys?

An old PETA video that’s resurfaced online alleges that Butterball employees abused turkeys. But those turkeys aren’t recalled ahead of Thanksgiving 2024.
Food

No, alcohol does not make eggnog with raw eggs safe to drink

Contrary to what you may have heard, alcohol does not reliably kill bacteria in raw eggs. However, there are ways to guarantee your homemade eggnog is safe to drink.
Health

No, Butterball turkeys aren’t recalled amid abuse allegations circulating online

A decades-old PETA video that’s resurfaced online alleges Butterball employees abused turkeys. But there isn’t a recall on Butterball turkeys amid the allegations.