OTC birth control approved for the 1st time
The proposed over-the-counter pill, which is hormone-based, was unanimously approved by a Food and Drug Administration panel despite concerns over the company's data, side effects, and risks for women with breast cancer that come with hormone pills. The pill still needs a final approval from the FDA.
The proposed over-the-counter pill, which is hormone-based, was unanimously approved by a Food and Drug Administration panel despite concerns over the company's data, side effects, and risks for women with breast cancer that come with hormone pills. The pill still needs a final approval from the FDA.
Heather Armstrong, mommy blogger known as Dooce, dies at 47
Armstrong’s boyfriend, Pete Ashdown, told The Associated Press that he found her Tuesday night at their Salt Lake City home.
Armstrong’s boyfriend, Pete Ashdown, told The Associated Press that he found her Tuesday night at their Salt Lake City home.
FDA panel backs Opill over-the-counter birth control
Federal health advisers are recommending that a decades-old birth control pill be sold without a prescription.
Federal health advisers are recommending that a decades-old birth control pill be sold without a prescription.
Norfolk Southern to pay homeowners near Ohio train derailment
The company set up a fund for residents impacted by the derailment to cover the cost of any decline in their home values.
The company set up a fund for residents impacted by the derailment to cover the cost of any decline in their home values.
Babies born in Britain using DNA from 3 people
Critics warn that tweaking the genetic code this way could be a slippery slope that eventually leads to designer babies for parents
Critics warn that tweaking the genetic code this way could be a slippery slope that eventually leads to designer babies for parents
What is Title 42 and how has the US used it to curb migration?
This week marks the end of pandemic restrictions on asylum that have allowed the U.S. to quickly expel migrants at the southern border for the last three years. Here's what to know.
This week marks the end of pandemic restrictions on asylum that have allowed the U.S. to quickly expel migrants at the southern border for the last three years. Here's what to know.
Arizona sees big increase in opioid-related deaths
May 9, 2023 is the second annual National Fentanyl Awareness Day, and Arizona health officials have some sobering figures on the tolls the fentanyl crisis is taking on Arizonans. FOX 10's Nicole Garcia reports.
May 9, 2023 is the second annual National Fentanyl Awareness Day, and Arizona health officials have some sobering figures on the tolls the fentanyl crisis is taking on Arizonans. FOX 10's Nicole Garcia reports.
New mammogram guidelines recommended
A federal health taskforce is recommending a big shift when it comes to when women should have their first mammogram, as they recommend women start getting routine mammograms 10 years earlier than previously recommended. FOX 10's Linda Williams reports.
A federal health taskforce is recommending a big shift when it comes to when women should have their first mammogram, as they recommend women start getting routine mammograms 10 years earlier than previously recommended. FOX 10's Linda Williams reports.
Groundbreaking vaccine trial aims to prevent cancers associated with Lynch syndrome
Lynch syndrome affects 1 in 279 individuals, or an estimated 1.1 million people in the United States.
Lynch syndrome affects 1 in 279 individuals, or an estimated 1.1 million people in the United States.
Morgan Wallen cancels 6 weeks of shows after 'bad news' from doctors
Wallen shared a video to his Instagram account on Tuesday explaining he got "bad news" from his doctor. After taking 10 days of vocal rest and then performing three shows, he has re-injured his vocal cords.
Wallen shared a video to his Instagram account on Tuesday explaining he got "bad news" from his doctor. After taking 10 days of vocal rest and then performing three shows, he has re-injured his vocal cords.
Regular mammograms for women should start at 40, not 50, US health panel recommends
A federal task force is recommending that women start getting every-other-year mammograms at age 40 instead of waiting until 50.
A federal task force is recommending that women start getting every-other-year mammograms at age 40 instead of waiting until 50.
AI may help shorten workouts to 20 minutes and still unlock 'fountain of youth'
The Exercise Coach is revolutionizing workout routines, including intense workouts that last only 20 minutes.
The Exercise Coach is revolutionizing workout routines, including intense workouts that last only 20 minutes.
Video game or treatment? EndeavorRx helping an East Valley mom treat her child's ADHD
EndeavorRx is actually a video game that is clinically proven to treat ADHD in children. An East Valley mother was skeptical to allow her daughter to use it at first and explains how it's been beneficial 5 months later. FOX 10's Lindsey Ragas has more.
EndeavorRx is actually a video game that is clinically proven to treat ADHD in children. An East Valley mother was skeptical to allow her daughter to use it at first and explains how it's been beneficial 5 months later. FOX 10's Lindsey Ragas has more.
Jamie Foxx reportedly 'not in a life-threatening situation’ after mystery ‘medical complication’
Jamie Foxx has reportedly progressed to stable condition after suffering a "medical complication" last month.
Jamie Foxx has reportedly progressed to stable condition after suffering a "medical complication" last month.
Teen with cerebral palsy throws out D-backs' first pitch after another major surgery
A 15-year-old girl with cerebral palsy threw out the first pitch at the Arizona Diamondbacks' game on Saturday. "This is a huge achievement considering a year ago she had to learn to walk again after a massive surgery ..."
A 15-year-old girl with cerebral palsy threw out the first pitch at the Arizona Diamondbacks' game on Saturday. "This is a huge achievement considering a year ago she had to learn to walk again after a massive surgery ..."
Chicago 11-year-old creates hoodie to help autism patients self-soothe
A south suburban Chicago 11-year-old was tired of being bullied, so he came up with a genius fashion hack.
A south suburban Chicago 11-year-old was tired of being bullied, so he came up with a genius fashion hack.
Arizona trooper loses battle with cancer: 'profound sadness'
The Arizona Department of Public Safety is mourning the loss of one of its troopers who has passed away following a battle with cancer.
The Arizona Department of Public Safety is mourning the loss of one of its troopers who has passed away following a battle with cancer.
Rochelle Walensky, CDC director, submits resignation
Dr. Rochelle Walensky says the waning of the COVID-19 pandemic is a good time to make a transition.
Dr. Rochelle Walensky says the waning of the COVID-19 pandemic is a good time to make a transition.
Artificial intelligence helping detect early signs of breast cancer in some US hospitals
Some hospitals have seen a 23% increase in breast cancer diagnoses since utilizing AI technology.
Some hospitals have seen a 23% increase in breast cancer diagnoses since utilizing AI technology.
National Nurses Week 2023: Freebies and deals
National Nurses Week is May 6-12.
National Nurses Week is May 6-12.