FDA authorizes drug to treat cats and kittens infected with New World screwworm

In October, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for the first time ever issued an Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) for a drug to treat dogs and puppies infected with the parasite New World screwworm (NWS).  Now it’s doing the same approval to treat kittens and cats.

Recalled ByHeart baby formula still on store shelves, officials find

At least 31 babies in 15 states who drank ByHeart formula have been hospitalized and treated for infantile botulism since August.

Medicare premium hike for 2026 will cut heavily into COLA

Medicare premiums are increasing again in 2026 in a jump that far outpaces both inflation and Social Security's cost-of-living adjustment.

Ultra-processed foods may raise colon cancer risk in younger women, study finds

A new study suggests that eating large amounts of ultra-processed foods may increase the risk of developing precancerous colon growths in younger adults.

'Grey's Anatomy' star James Pickens Jr. reveals cancer diagnosis

James Pickens Jr. revealed his fight against prostate cancer after his "Grey's Anatomy" character faced a cancer diagnosis in the mid-season finale.

Risk of gambling addiction reaches all-time high, experts say

The rise in sports betting apps and online casinos has also led to an notable increase in the number of people suffering from gambling addiction.

Washington resident is infected with a different type of bird flu

A Washington state resident has bird flu, and it's a different type than what was seen in previous infections, state health officials said Friday.

Congress approves short-term funding resolution
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Congress approved a short-term funding deal that keeps the federal government open through January 30. The agreement includes several full-year spending bills and delays major layoffs, but leaves long-term budget disputes unresolved. Wendy Edelberg, a senior fellow in Economic Studies at the Brookings Institution, gives insight.

Reopening reality: house vote explained
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Todd Belt, director of political management at George Washington University, explains key vote to reopen the government.

Planned Parenthood Medicaid funding cuts hearing today

The legal fight continues Wednesday over the Medicaid funding cuts to Planned Parenthood, which was targeted in President Trump’s tax and spending cut bill this summer.

Baby formula recall linked to infant botulism outbreak is expanding: What to know

A baby formula has been recalled amid a growing outbreak of infant botulism which has now sickened at least 15 infants in 12 states. Here’s what to know.

Common cleaning chemical tied to spike in liver disease across US, researchers say

Tetrachloroethylene exposure from everyday products increases liver fibrosis odds by 300%. The EPA restricted the chemical after health risks were discovered in blood samples.

Menopause hormone therapy labeling changed under FDA

The FDA is lifting a serious “black box" warning from hormone therapies that are used for menopause symptoms.

Alex Singleton cancer diagnosis revealed after random drug test

The NFL player hopes sharing his diagnosis will encourage others to pay attention to their bodies and to get regular screenings.