FDA approves emergency use of medication to treat screwworm in dogs, cats

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Thursday issued an emergency use authorization for a medication to be used to treat New World screwworm infestations in dogs and cats.

Eating 5 fruits and vegetables a day may not be enough for heart health, study finds

When it comes to eating fruits and vegetables for heart health, the choice of fruits and vegetables may be just as important as how many they eat, new research suggests.

'Benadryl Challenge': Child deaths spark warnings
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A warning is out about the so-called "Benadryl Challenge" that is gaining popularity on social media. Three children have died from suspected Benadryl overdoses, but it is not confirmed whether the deaths were directly linked to the challenge.

FDA approves new sunscreen ingredient
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In the first new U.S. approval of its kind in decades, the FDA approved a new sunscreen ingredient for the U.S. market. The ingredient has been used in Europe for decades, and we spoke with dermatology expert John Shaff about the new ingredient.

OB-GYN group issues first-ever vaccine recommendations

A leading OB-GYN organization is breaking from federal vaccine guidance. The new schedule aligns with prior recommendations, before changes were made under the Trump administration.

Arizona nonprofit pairs 500 veterans with lifesaving service dogs

A program in Arizona is helping military veterans overcome PTSD and anxiety by pairing them with rescue dogs. Soldier's Best Friend celebrated its 500th graduation milestone.

3 child Benadryl deaths spark renewed fears of dangerous social media trend

Three children have died in Connecticut after overdosing on diphenhydramine, commonly sold as Benadryl. Their deaths have renewed warnings about a social media challenge.

GLP-1 drugs used to help people battling addiction
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We've heard a lot about some of the benefits of GLP-1s when it comes to weight loss and diabetes treatment, but doctors are now using it in another way. We spoke with Dr. Aaron Wilson with Meadows Behavioral Healthcare about how they are using it.

Study that finds no benefits from alcohol left out of US health guidelines

A study that looked at the health risks of alcohol was released independently this week, after the Trump administration omitted the findings from new U.S. dietary guidelines. 

Arizona abortion telehealth clinic launches
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Arizona voters protected abortion access through Proposition 139 over a year and a half ago, but in-person care remains unavailable across 12 of the state's 15 counties. FOX 10's Ellen McNamara has the details.

Popular summer destination ravaged by Lyme disease bets on radical new solution

MIT researchers are exploring a new strategy that may help reduce Lyme disease in a well-known summer travel destination. Here's what they're doing.

Baby wipes, Gas-X gas relief pills under recall
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A kind of baby wipes sold at Target are being recalled nationwide due to possible bacterial contamination. Meanwhile, possible contamination from a coolant leak during package is prompting a recall for certain Gas-X pills.

Longest survivor of Pancreatic cancer in the world advocating for hope, research
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Defying a four-to-six-month prognosis, an Arizona woman celebrates new research data showing major progress against cancer. FOX 10's Steve Nielsen learns more her story of survival following the medical breakthrough.

Pancreatic cancer research: New targeted pill marks major milestone

Data from a major breakthrough in the fight against pancreatic cancer was released this month, highlighting a new pill that targets the root cause of how the disease exists and spreads.