Study: Spending more on cancer care does not lower mortality rates

The U.S. spends $200 billion dollars on cancer care yet reports mortality rates higher than so many other high-income countries. Experts hoped this latest study would provide an answer.

People with food allergies may be less likely to catch COVID-19, study finds

Researchers found that self-reported doctor-diagnosed asthma was not a risk factor for infection, nor was upper respiratory allergies or eczema. In addition, food allergies were associated with a lower infection risk.

Expert says national shortage of pharmacists could limit access to care and impact medical patients

Staffing shortages is an issue many industries and companies have been facing as a result of COVID-19, but experts say a shortage in the pharmacy sector could have negative impacts for patients.

DOJ asks court to reverse rule lifting requirement for COVID masks on public transportation

The U.S. Justice Department on Tuesday asked a federal appeals court to overturn a U.S. District Court judge’s order that declared a government mandate requiring masks on public transportation unlawful, according to a report.

Eating one egg per day may help lower risk of heart disease, study suggests

Eggs are loaded with nutrients, while also containing a high level of dietary cholesterol. The study aimed to dig deeper into egg consumption and heart health.

Zac Brown Band founding member sings National Anthem at Diamondbacks game in hopes of raising ALS awareness

One of the founding members of the Zac Brown Band sang the National Anthem at the Arizona Diamondbacks game on May 30 in hopes of raising awareness about an illness he has been diagnosed with.

Monkeypox won't turn into a pandemic, WHO expert believes

Monkeypox is known to spread when there is close physical contact with an infected person, their clothing or bedsheets.

Joy Bus Diner in Phoenix serves up food for a good cause

100% of profits from the Joy Bus Diner in Phoenix go to support cancer patients. They also deliver meals to those who are homebound.

Second suspected monkeypox case identified in Sacramento County

A second monkeypox case has been identified in Sacramento county. The suspected patient is in close contact with the first patient, according to health officials.

Many of us have a vitamin D deficiency and don't know it, researchers say

Almost half of us, worldwide, suffer from a vitamin D deficiency. And before you go running for the sun, that may not necessarily be the cure.

9 Monkeypox cases reported in 7 states, CDC says

Not everyone infected with monkeypox in the United States has traveled abroad, which indicates community spread, the CDC says.

Pelosi pushes back on archbishop who denies her Communion

“I respect people’s views about that. But I don’t respect us foisting it onto others.” Nancy Pelosi added, “Our archbishop has been vehemently against LGBTQ rights. In fact, he led the way in an initiative on the ballot in California.”

Uvalde, Texas elementary school shooting: How to help, where to donate blood

The South Texas Blood and Tissue Center is in critical need of blood donations following the mass shooting in Uvalde, Texas that left 14 children and a teacher dead.