Overdose deaths see largest one-year decline ever: Here’s why

US overdose deaths fell by 27% in 2024, marking the largest one-year decline on record. CDC data shows 30,000 fewer deaths, with experts citing naloxone access, treatment, and shifting drug use.

Woman 'miraculously' found alive after almost 3 weeks lost in the Sierra Nevada

A camper who had been missing for almost three weeks amid snowy, blizzard conditions in the Sierra Nevada has been located and "miraculously found alive." 

Baby born with rare disorder thrives after getting personalized gene editing treatment

Though it may be a while before similar personalized treatments are available for others, doctors hope the technology can someday help millions who have been left behind by genetic medicine because their diseases are so rare.

From fluoride to vaccines to drug ads: Takeaways from RFK Jr.’s testimony to Congress

Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. faced bipartisan criticism on Capitol Hill over his department’s budget cuts, vaccine statements, and controversial fluoride and drug policy proposals.

In-N-Out Burger removes artificial coloring from these products

Less than a month after the Food and Drug Administration announced it wanted foodmakers to phase out petroleum-based artifical colors, In-N-Out Burger said it was getting rid of the dyes from two of its drinks.

Biden evaluated after ‘small nodule’ found in prostate during physical

Former President Joe Biden’s age and concerns about his health were cited by Democratic leaders who pressed him to abandon his reelection bid in 2024 following a disastrous debate performance last June.

Cancer-causing chemicals are in many beauty products women use: Study

A study recruited Black and Latina women and asked them to log all the beauty products they use in a week. Here's what the study found.

RFK Jr.'s next target: Ingestible fluoride products for kids

The FDA will review ingestible fluoride products used by children, urging companies to remove them from the market over safety concerns raised by Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.

Biden's team considered wheelchair amid health concerns: New book

Former President Joe Biden's aides privately discussed the possibility of the president needing to use a wheelchair if he were re-elected.

UnitedHealth Group CEO steps down, company suspends 2025 outlook

UnitedHealth Group CEO Andrew Witty is stepping down from his position with the United States' largest health insurer. Meanwhile, the company suspended its 2025 full-year financial outlook due to higher-than-expected medical costs.

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.

Trump signs executive order to lower drug costs
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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.