Author: Karen Weintraub, USA TODAY

Experts say the path to addressing widespread obesity has to start in childhood, when habits are made and capping weight gain remains realistic.

A deep look at how America’s weight has been changing in recent years, including advances in treatments and the scientific understanding of obesity.

As the scientific understanding of weight loss deepens, new treatments are getting better but most are expensive and require a life-long commitment.

‘We know that shaming people to lose weight doesn’t work.’

Pancreatic cancer treatments are advancing and doctors have hope for a breakthrough, even as it’s poised to overtake lung cancer as the deadliest.

Jace Ward had 1 goal when he died of a brain tumor a year ago: to make the path easier for others. A year later, his mother still pursues that dream.

While some parents can’t wait to vaccinate their young children against COVID-19, others remain hesitant. Your questions answered.

The actions clear the way for 10 million COVID-19 vaccine doses to begin delivery and distribution to young children as soon as Tuesday.

On Wednesday, the same FDA advisory committee will discuss allowing COVID vaccines from Moderna and Pfizer for younger children.