Zepbound vs. Wegovy: Here's which weight loss drug worked best in first trial
The popular weight loss medications produced different results in patients who participated in a trial, and here’s what researchers found.
FDA warns of 'gas station heroin' risk to youth
The FDA is warning consumers about the dangers of tianeptine, a drug being sold at gas stations, convenience stores, vape shops, and online.
US life expectancy rates are lower for this US region, study finds
Researchers found significant disparities in life expectancy rates nationwide in these areas during the past century.
Trump signs executive order to lower drug costs
President Donald Trump on Monday signed an executive order that will aim to lower the cost the U.S. pays for some drugs and pharmaceuticals. Trump’s order takes a so-called "most favored nation" approach to Medicare drug pricing. According to the Associated Press, it sets a 30-day deadline for the health department to broker new price tags for drugs.
House GOP unveils spending bill that includes massive Medicaid cuts
House Republicans have unveiled a sweeping bill proposing $880 billion in cuts—largely to Medicaid—to help fund $4.5 trillion in tax breaks central to President Trump's economic agenda.
Trump executive order aims to ‘equalize’ drug costs for the US
Trump said the U.S. was done "subsidizing" healthcare costs for other countries, and said he’s "equalizing" costs across the globe.
Screwworm threat forces US to halt cattle imports from Mexico: What to know
The U.S. has suspended imports of live cattle from Mexico amid the threat of a flesh-eating maggot known as the New World screwworm (NWS).
U.S. suspends live animal imports due to flesh-eating parasite
New World screwworms (NWS) have caused the U.S. to suspend all live animal imports from Mexico indefinitely. The female flies lay eggs on open wounds of warm blooded animals and the eggs hatch in a matter of hours.
At least 10 people sickened in US listeria outbreak linked to prepared foods
At least 10 people in the U.S. have been sickened in a listeria outbreak linked to ready-to-eat food products, and a producer is voluntarily recalling several products, federal officials said.
Fiji added to CDC’s travel alert after surge in dengue fever cases
The island nation of Fiji in the South Pacific Ocean is the latest country to be added to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s travel alert list.
FDA approves 3 natural food dyes
The FDA approved three natural food dyes that comes from plants and minerals this week, amid its transition away from petroleum-based dyes in the food supply.
First at-home HPV test approved by FDA, could replace Pap smear
The DIY test could serve as an alternative to in-person "Pap smears," which are recommended every three years for women up to age 65.
FDA approves new cervical cancer screening tool
The FDA has approved a new tool for women to screen for cervical cancer at home. The product, known as "Teal Health Wand' can be ordered online, and women will be able to swab and collect a sample themselves, and then mail it out for HPV testing.
Over-the-counter eye products recalled: See the list
Millions of eye drops and other eye products have been recalled nationwide. Here’s what we know.
FDA issues health alert over contaminated tattoo ink
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is warning tattoo artists and their customers about contaminated tattoo inks that can cause serious injury.
3 Doors Down frontman Brad Arnold shares cancer diagnosis, halts tour plans
Brad Arnold, lead singer of 3 Doors Down, told fans he has stage 4 kidney cancer and is canceling the band’s tour while he undergoes treatment.
Donated brain thrown out; Children's Wisconsin 'profoundly sorry'
Children's Wisconsin says it accidentally ‘discarded’ the frozen portion of a young woman's donated brain.
WeightWatchers files for bankruptcy
WeightWatchers, a company that started with one housewife in New York and grew to be the biggest company of its kind, is filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy.
Measles outbreak spreads to 11th state: The latest
Measles outbreaks have hit 11 U.S. states, with cases now exceeding 900. Here’s what we know.
Combo flu and COVID-19 shot shows promise in new Moderna study
Researchers found that the combination shot had a stronger immune response against COVID-19 and flu strains.