San Francisco health officials warn of kratom-derived opioid after fatal overdose
Public health officials in San Francisco issued a health alert on Wednesday to warn about a kratom-derived opioid that recently caused an adult to fatally overdose.
Public health officials in San Francisco issued a health alert on Wednesday to warn about a kratom-derived opioid that recently caused an adult to fatally overdose.
Pope Leo’s lung cancer had not spread, doctors confirm no further treatment needed
Pope Leo XIV does not need further treatment for lung cancer after follow-up tests confirmed the disease was localized, the Vatican said in a statement Wednesday.
Pope Leo XIV does not need further treatment for lung cancer after follow-up tests confirmed the disease was localized, the Vatican said in a statement Wednesday.
FDA announces recall of more than 4.3 million tubes of fluoride toothpaste
The Food and Drug Administration announced a voluntary nationwide recall of more than 4.3 million tubes of fluoride toothpaste.
The Food and Drug Administration announced a voluntary nationwide recall of more than 4.3 million tubes of fluoride toothpaste.
FDA recalls GLP-1 drug, other injectable medication over sterility concerns
Apothecary Pharma is recalling 23 vials of compounded injectable drugs distributed nationwide because their sterility cannot be assured, according to the Food and Drug Administration.
Apothecary Pharma is recalling 23 vials of compounded injectable drugs distributed nationwide because their sterility cannot be assured, according to the Food and Drug Administration.
Here's how much sleep doomscrolling is costing your kids
A new study supports what parents have long suspected: that their teens’ late-night smartphone sessions not only keep them up at night but also disrupt the next day.
A new study supports what parents have long suspected: that their teens’ late-night smartphone sessions not only keep them up at night but also disrupt the next day.
Saturday is National Prescription Drug Take Back Day - How to safely dispose of unneeded medications
You can safely dispose of unneeded, unwanted, or expired medications this Saturday during the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) National Prescription Drug Take Back Day and help prevent drug misuse and abuse.
You can safely dispose of unneeded, unwanted, or expired medications this Saturday during the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) National Prescription Drug Take Back Day and help prevent drug misuse and abuse.
Christina Applegate says she was misdiagnosed: 'Congratulations, you don’t have MS'
Actress Christina Applegate on Tuesday revealed in her podcast "MeSsy," that she was misdiagnosed with multiple sclerosis.
Actress Christina Applegate on Tuesday revealed in her podcast "MeSsy," that she was misdiagnosed with multiple sclerosis.
Lung cancer can grow silently for years, here’s who qualifies for screening
Cancer can strike at any age, often without symptoms. For many cancers, routine screening remains the best way to detect the disease early and reduce the risk of death.
Cancer can strike at any age, often without symptoms. For many cancers, routine screening remains the best way to detect the disease early and reduce the risk of death.
New protein ranking names unexpected winner over beef, salmon and eggs
A new analysis of 20 protein sources found that the top scorer wasn’t steak, salmon or eggs — it was an everyday food many shoppers may be overlooking.
A new analysis of 20 protein sources found that the top scorer wasn’t steak, salmon or eggs — it was an everyday food many shoppers may be overlooking.
FDA clears use of AI tool designed to predict whether breast cancer will recur
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has given clearance for the use of an AI tool designed to help predict the chances that breast cancer will come back after treatment, the product’s maker says.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has given clearance for the use of an AI tool designed to help predict the chances that breast cancer will come back after treatment, the product’s maker says.
Researchers test gene therapy as less invasive treatment for hydrocephalus
Researchers at the University of Cincinnati and the University of California, Davis, say an experimental gene therapy could offer a less invasive treatment for hydrocephalus, a condition in which excess fluid builds up in the brain.
Researchers at the University of Cincinnati and the University of California, Davis, say an experimental gene therapy could offer a less invasive treatment for hydrocephalus, a condition in which excess fluid builds up in the brain.
No streaks: Sunscreen ingredient used in Europe for 25 years now available in US
Americans can now purchase a newly approved sunscreen ingredient that has been popular in Europe since the 20th century as Neutrogena and other manufacturers release their first products in the U.S. containing bemotrizinol.
Americans can now purchase a newly approved sunscreen ingredient that has been popular in Europe since the 20th century as Neutrogena and other manufacturers release their first products in the U.S. containing bemotrizinol.
Walmart to offer employees hundreds of free medications, including GLP-1s
Walmart is expanding its healthcare perks for its workers to cover more than 250 prescription medications for free. That includes GLP-1 drugs, offering savings.
Walmart is expanding its healthcare perks for its workers to cover more than 250 prescription medications for free. That includes GLP-1 drugs, offering savings.
CVS to pay $315M after settlement in DOJ lawsuit over controlled prescriptions
CVS Pharmacy will pay $315 million to settle federal allegations that the company illegally filled thousands of opioid prescriptions and then sought reimbursement from Medicare and other government health programs.
CVS Pharmacy will pay $315 million to settle federal allegations that the company illegally filled thousands of opioid prescriptions and then sought reimbursement from Medicare and other government health programs.
Amazon Extra Strength Acetaminophen recalled: More than 112,000 bottles affected by discoloration complaints
More than 112,000 bottles of Amazon-branded extra-strength acetaminophen are being recalled after consumers reported discolored pills, according to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
More than 112,000 bottles of Amazon-branded extra-strength acetaminophen are being recalled after consumers reported discolored pills, according to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
Pope Leo XIV has lung cancer, Vatican says
The Vatican confirmed on Tuesday that Pope Leo XIV has lung cancer. Leo also underwent surgery to remove the lower lobe of his right lung.
The Vatican confirmed on Tuesday that Pope Leo XIV has lung cancer. Leo also underwent surgery to remove the lower lobe of his right lung.
Worst Halloween candy for kids’ teeth ranked by pediatric dentists
With Halloween just around the corner, households across the country are bracing for a massive influx of sugar. But pediatric dentists warn that the type of candy kids bring home matters just as much as the quantity eaten.
With Halloween just around the corner, households across the country are bracing for a massive influx of sugar. But pediatric dentists warn that the type of candy kids bring home matters just as much as the quantity eaten.
Rats and mice are the worst in these U.S. cities, new ranking finds
A leading pest control company is breaking down the cities where rats and mice are the most out of control. Terminix ranked the top 50 cities where the company receives the most rodent-related calls, and the top-ranked city likely comes as a shock to no one.
A leading pest control company is breaking down the cities where rats and mice are the most out of control. Terminix ranked the top 50 cities where the company receives the most rodent-related calls, and the top-ranked city likely comes as a shock to no one.
Innocent mistake on long flight could have devastating consequences for travelers
An everyday habit during a long-haul flight could have painful consequences for certain travelers — with a recent case highlighting some serious dangers.
An everyday habit during a long-haul flight could have painful consequences for certain travelers — with a recent case highlighting some serious dangers.
Sexually transmitted diarrhea cases soar in US as infections grow resistant to treatment
A CDC report found that extensively drug-resistant Shigella infections are increasing in the country.
A CDC report found that extensively drug-resistant Shigella infections are increasing in the country.