FDA approves Wegovy to reduce heart attack and stroke risk
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved a label change that expands the use of the drug in Wegovy. It was previously approved to treat obesity.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved a label change that expands the use of the drug in Wegovy. It was previously approved to treat obesity.
Eli Lilly's Alzheimer's drug delayed by FDA: ‘It was unexpected’
On Friday, the FDA announced it would postpone a decision on Eli Lilly's potential Alzheimer's treatment donanemab.
On Friday, the FDA announced it would postpone a decision on Eli Lilly's potential Alzheimer's treatment donanemab.
11-year-old dies after trying viral TikTok challenge
Police in the United Kingdom say an 11-year-old boy died after attempting a viral TikTok challenge known as "chroming" at a friend's sleepover on Saturday. "Chroming," also known as "huffing," involves inhaling fumes from cleaning products and deodorant cans. Officials say inhaling the chemicals can affect the nervous system, leading to slurred speech, dizziness and even death. According to the Times of London, the boy's family is pushing lawmakers to ban TikTok and restrict all other social media platforms to children under the age of 16.
Police in the United Kingdom say an 11-year-old boy died after attempting a viral TikTok challenge known as "chroming" at a friend's sleepover on Saturday. "Chroming," also known as "huffing," involves inhaling fumes from cleaning products and deodorant cans. Officials say inhaling the chemicals can affect the nervous system, leading to slurred speech, dizziness and even death. According to the Times of London, the boy's family is pushing lawmakers to ban TikTok and restrict all other social media platforms to children under the age of 16.
Daylight saving time: How springing forward could affect your health
Daylight Saving Time is this Sunday. “Springing Forward" can cause tiredness, but it can also impact your health.
Daylight Saving Time is this Sunday. “Springing Forward" can cause tiredness, but it can also impact your health.
Lead warning in recalled ground cinnamon
After the FDA issued a recall on ground cinnamon, the Banner Poison Control Center is warning the public about the dangers of lead poisoning. Some of the recalled cinnamon brands were sold by Dollar Tree and Family Dollar stores.
After the FDA issued a recall on ground cinnamon, the Banner Poison Control Center is warning the public about the dangers of lead poisoning. Some of the recalled cinnamon brands were sold by Dollar Tree and Family Dollar stores.
Some fans who braved Kansas City Chiefs’ -4 degree AFC playoff game undergo amputations from frostbite
The frigid temperatures during one of the coldest NFL games on record left some football fans in Kansas City with lasting trauma.
The frigid temperatures during one of the coldest NFL games on record left some football fans in Kansas City with lasting trauma.
Melatonin warning: ER visits for children accidentally eating supplements spike
Use of melatonin, which often comes in flavored, gummy form, has grown among U.S. adults – and so have emergency department visits for children accidentally ingesting them.
Use of melatonin, which often comes in flavored, gummy form, has grown among U.S. adults – and so have emergency department visits for children accidentally ingesting them.
German man received 217 coronavirus vaccine shots over a 29-month period, study says
The individual from Magdeburg underwent the repeated jabs "deliberately and for private reasons" and against the recommendations of national health authorities, scientists say.
The individual from Magdeburg underwent the repeated jabs "deliberately and for private reasons" and against the recommendations of national health authorities, scientists say.
Hobbs urges legislature to pass contraception bill
Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs is urging members of the legislature to pass the Right to Contraception Act. Hobbs joined other lawmakers on March 7 to share their concerns over the future of in vitro fertilization (IVF) and contraception.
Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs is urging members of the legislature to pass the Right to Contraception Act. Hobbs joined other lawmakers on March 7 to share their concerns over the future of in vitro fertilization (IVF) and contraception.
FDA clears use of first over-the-counter continuous glucose monitor
Stelo will be the first glucose biosensor in the U.S. cleared for use without a prescription.
Stelo will be the first glucose biosensor in the U.S. cleared for use without a prescription.
Cancer-causing chemical linked to popular acne products, lab says
An independent laboratory is calling on federal health officials to recall popular benzoyl peroxide acne treatment products after discovering that they contain high levels of a chemical linked to cancer.
An independent laboratory is calling on federal health officials to recall popular benzoyl peroxide acne treatment products after discovering that they contain high levels of a chemical linked to cancer.
COVID-19 during pregnancy could cause health issues for babies, study suggests
Babies born to mothers who are infected with COVID-19 had “unusually high rates" of respiratory distress, a recent study from the journal Nature Communications, suggested.
Babies born to mothers who are infected with COVID-19 had “unusually high rates" of respiratory distress, a recent study from the journal Nature Communications, suggested.
High schoolers learn robotic surgical technology
Some high school students got to be surgeons for a day in Sun City West. They tried out new robotic technology that helps surgeons be even more precise. FOX 10?s Irene Snyder reports.
Some high school students got to be surgeons for a day in Sun City West. They tried out new robotic technology that helps surgeons be even more precise. FOX 10?s Irene Snyder reports.
Gas stoves will likely not be banned in the US anytime soon
It’s estimated that some 40 million U.S. homes have natural gas stoves. They’re often touted as being a more precise heating tool for cooking, but they can be pricey — and potentially harmful to both human health and the planet.
It’s estimated that some 40 million U.S. homes have natural gas stoves. They’re often touted as being a more precise heating tool for cooking, but they can be pricey — and potentially harmful to both human health and the planet.
Is it safe to take weight loss drugs while pregnant?
Medical experts say more women are turning to popular weight loss drugs such as Ozempic to "shed pounds" before trying to get pregnant. But, is it safe to take the drugs right before pregnancy or even during? Here's what we know.
Medical experts say more women are turning to popular weight loss drugs such as Ozempic to "shed pounds" before trying to get pregnant. But, is it safe to take the drugs right before pregnancy or even during? Here's what we know.
Madonna believes she spoke to God during 'near-death' hospitalization for 'serious bacterial infection'
'Material Girl' singer was admitted to ICU and in a coma last summer
'Material Girl' singer was admitted to ICU and in a coma last summer
Man dies after consuming too much vitamin D as experts warn of risks: 'Cascade of problems'
Here's what to know about staying safe when taking supplements
Here's what to know about staying safe when taking supplements
Ty Pennington's near-death illness made him want to 'live to the fullest'
Ty Pennington gave fans a health update following his near-death experience involving an abscess on his throat.
Ty Pennington gave fans a health update following his near-death experience involving an abscess on his throat.
Change Healthcare cyberattack: Company reportedly paid hackers in controversial decision
The cyberattack against one of the largest health care tech companies in recent weeks might have cost the company a lot of money, and some cybersecurity experts say are upset about what happened.
The cyberattack against one of the largest health care tech companies in recent weeks might have cost the company a lot of money, and some cybersecurity experts say are upset about what happened.
Cosmetic limb surgery trend thrives in Las Vegas
Las Vegas has emerged as a leading destination for cosmetic limb surgery, with the Limbplastx Institute in nearby Henderson at the forefront.
Las Vegas has emerged as a leading destination for cosmetic limb surgery, with the Limbplastx Institute in nearby Henderson at the forefront.