Four out of five autoimmune disease patients are women. New study reveals why
Up to 50 million Americans have an autoimmune disease – a condition in which your immune system attacks healthy cells – and as many as 80% of those people are women.
Up to 50 million Americans have an autoimmune disease – a condition in which your immune system attacks healthy cells – and as many as 80% of those people are women.
Major changes for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
Most Dignity Health hospitals across Arizona will be out of network for anyone who uses Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona, which is the largest health insurance provider in our state. Coverage will still apply for ER visits and for members who already have surgery or treatments scheduled. The change went into effect Feb. 1.
Most Dignity Health hospitals across Arizona will be out of network for anyone who uses Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona, which is the largest health insurance provider in our state. Coverage will still apply for ER visits and for members who already have surgery or treatments scheduled. The change went into effect Feb. 1.
Connecticut will be first state to cancel medical debt for all eligible residents
Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont says the medical debt relief should go into effect by June.
Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont says the medical debt relief should go into effect by June.
ADHD medication, Takata air bag inflators, and more | Latest consumer product recalls
ADHD medication is being recalled because bottles labeled for the medication may contain a different drug; Toyota and GM said Takata air bag inflators in certain vehicles are at risk of exploding and hurling shrapnel; outdoor ceiling fan blades may crack or break off the unit; children's tiaras sold on Amazon violate the federal lead content ban; and plastic chairs sold nationwide may break apart while in use.
ADHD medication is being recalled because bottles labeled for the medication may contain a different drug; Toyota and GM said Takata air bag inflators in certain vehicles are at risk of exploding and hurling shrapnel; outdoor ceiling fan blades may crack or break off the unit; children's tiaras sold on Amazon violate the federal lead content ban; and plastic chairs sold nationwide may break apart while in use.
HHS calls for better cybersecurity as medical record breaches affect millions of patients
This week is Identity Theft Awareness Week.
This week is Identity Theft Awareness Week.
Syphilis reaches 1950s levels in US, while other STD rates show mixed trends
The U.S. syphilis epidemic isn't abating, with the rate of infectious cases rising 9% in 2022, according to a new federal government report on sexually transmitted diseases in adults.
The U.S. syphilis epidemic isn't abating, with the rate of infectious cases rising 9% in 2022, according to a new federal government report on sexually transmitted diseases in adults.
Hobbs to crack down on prescription drug price gouging
Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs says her plan will crack down on prescription drug price gouging and make the system more transparent. Hobbs' plan would create a "Prescription Drug Affordability Division" within the state department of "Insurance and Financial Institutions."
Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs says her plan will crack down on prescription drug price gouging and make the system more transparent. Hobbs' plan would create a "Prescription Drug Affordability Division" within the state department of "Insurance and Financial Institutions."
Elon Musk says first human patient received Neuralink brain implant and is recovering well
Billionaire CEO Elon Musk said the first human to receive a Neuralink cybernetic implant did so on Sunday and is recovering well.
Billionaire CEO Elon Musk said the first human to receive a Neuralink cybernetic implant did so on Sunday and is recovering well.
ADHD medication recalled because bottles may contain different drug that has opposite effect
The medication is being recalled in the U.S. after a pharmacist reported opening a bottle labeled for the ADHD medication but found an antihistamine drug inside, the FDA said.
The medication is being recalled in the U.S. after a pharmacist reported opening a bottle labeled for the ADHD medication but found an antihistamine drug inside, the FDA said.
Most Americans cannot afford a $1K emergency expense
Thirty-five percent of adults surveyed said they'd have to borrow money if they had a $1,000 unexpected expense.
Thirty-five percent of adults surveyed said they'd have to borrow money if they had a $1,000 unexpected expense.
Robitussin cough syrup recalled nationwide due to microbial contamination
The recalled Robitussin cough syrups were found to have microbial contamination, which could lead to deadly infections for immunocompromised people, officials said.
The recalled Robitussin cough syrups were found to have microbial contamination, which could lead to deadly infections for immunocompromised people, officials said.
Arizona kids receive free dental care at weekend event
Valley kids are smiling brighter after getting free dental care. The program is put on by Midwestern University and is called "Give Kids a Smile." FOX 10's Irene Snyder has more.
Valley kids are smiling brighter after getting free dental care. The program is put on by Midwestern University and is called "Give Kids a Smile." FOX 10's Irene Snyder has more.
Prostate health front and center as worldly prominent figures undergo treatment
Prominent figures, like King Charles III, are being transparent when it comes to prostate health. A Mayo Clinic doctor in Arizona explains how this can help others be more aware and take control of their health.
Prominent figures, like King Charles III, are being transparent when it comes to prostate health. A Mayo Clinic doctor in Arizona explains how this can help others be more aware and take control of their health.
Blood drive held to help ease the shortage
January is a tough month for blood donations as demand is high, but supplies are low. Because of that, a blood-drive was held Sunday to try and fill the gap. FOX 10's Irene Snyder has more.
January is a tough month for blood donations as demand is high, but supplies are low. Because of that, a blood-drive was held Sunday to try and fill the gap. FOX 10's Irene Snyder has more.
Arizona woman receives scholarship to study cancer at Yale
An Arizona woman is helping families fight cancer by speaking out about the scholarships available. She knows first hand how much that money can help. FOX 10's Steve Nielsen has more. Interested applicants can go to: https://learnmore.scholarsapply.org/nmsurvivors or https://learnmore.scholarsapply.org/nmsibling for more information.
An Arizona woman is helping families fight cancer by speaking out about the scholarships available. She knows first hand how much that money can help. FOX 10's Steve Nielsen has more. Interested applicants can go to: https://learnmore.scholarsapply.org/nmsurvivors or https://learnmore.scholarsapply.org/nmsibling for more information.
SmileDirectClub ends operations, halts treatments after filing bankruptcy
SmileDirectClub filed for bankruptcy protection while reporting nearly $900 million in debt. The company is shutting down its operations after being unable to secure funding to keep it afloat, leaving customers with many questions and very few answers.
SmileDirectClub filed for bankruptcy protection while reporting nearly $900 million in debt. The company is shutting down its operations after being unable to secure funding to keep it afloat, leaving customers with many questions and very few answers.
Asthma inhaler to be discontinued in January – here's what patients should know
Manufacturer GSK announced earlier this year that it’s discontinuing its branded inhaler Flovent HFA and Flovent Diskus on Dec. 31, and introduced “authorized" generic versions.
Manufacturer GSK announced earlier this year that it’s discontinuing its branded inhaler Flovent HFA and Flovent Diskus on Dec. 31, and introduced “authorized" generic versions.
Fake Ozempic shots are being sold through legitimate sources, FDA warns
Five illnesses have been linked to the fake Ozempic shots, the FDA said.
Five illnesses have been linked to the fake Ozempic shots, the FDA said.
3x leukemia survivor encourages blood donations
A three-time leukemia survivor is now working to save the lives of others. FOX 10's Desiree Fluellen tells us how he?s doing that and encouraging others to donate blood.
A three-time leukemia survivor is now working to save the lives of others. FOX 10's Desiree Fluellen tells us how he?s doing that and encouraging others to donate blood.
10-year-old boy receives 'Iron Man'-themed bionic arm in early Christmas miracle
A 10-year-old boy named Harry from Lancashire, England, born without the lower part of his arm, received a remarkable early Christmas gift—a bionic arm.
A 10-year-old boy named Harry from Lancashire, England, born without the lower part of his arm, received a remarkable early Christmas gift—a bionic arm.