2 men charged in alleged counterfeit Ozempic smuggling scheme, DOJ says

Two Indian nationals were charged with allegedly smuggling and selling counterfeit Ozempic in the United States, potentially facing up to 71 years in prison if convicted.

The surprising link between allergies and suicide risk explained

Could high pollen mean more than sneezing? A study found suicide deaths rose during peak pollen periods, raising new questions about allergies and mental health.

Boy, 11, recovering after going into cardiac arrest during football game: report

A youth football player remains hospitalized and is recovering after suffering a cardiac arrest after a hit to the chest during a game over the weekend.

VA releases annual veteran suicide prevention report, prevention remains top clinical priority

Suicide prevention continues to be the Department of Veterans Affairs' top clinical priority and the 2026 National Veteran Suicide Prevention Annual Report shows a decline in suicide rates among veterans enrolled in VA healthcare, but an increase in veterans who are not enrolled in VA healthcare.

DOJ pleads with Supreme Court to save ban on transgender treatments in federal prisons

The Justice Department on Monday asked the U.S. Supreme Court to allow a Bureau of Prisons (BOP) policy banning payment for hormone treatments and social accommodations for transgender inmates.

ASU hockey players demand discipline for coach after workout left teammate in coma

Seven Arizona State University hockey players allege the team’s head coach Greg Powers downplayed Matthew Mayich's collapse during a workout as the sophomore remains in a coma.

4 simple habits can help slow muscle loss as you age, fitness expert says

A New York-based fitness coach says that beyond GLP-1s, there are several other reasons that adults start losing muscle as they get older.

Doctor warns of potential interactions between GLP-1 drugs and cannabis

A physician and cannabinoid specialist is sounding the alarm on the potential interactions between cannabis and GLP-1s for a small percentage of people who use both.

Popular weight-loss drugs may play surprising role in cancer outcomes

As GLP-1 medications continue reshaping the treatment of obesity and diabetes, researchers are also investigating whether the drugs could influence cancer risk and outcomes.

VA hospitals across the country earn high ratings for providing quality care to veterans - See which ones

When it comes to caring for veterans, 87 Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) hospitals across the country have received high ratings in the latest Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) hospital rankings report.

FDA approves first mRNA flu vaccine, but CDC has yet to recommend it

The FDA has approved mFlusiva, the first mRNA flu vaccine, for adults ages 50 to 64, but the CDC has not added it to its recommended list amid legal uncertainties and disruptions to the federal vaccine review process.

People are ditching their vapes only to pick up another surprising habit

E-cigarettes have long been used as an alternative to traditional smoking, but public health data suggests some adults trying to quit vaping are turning back to cigarettes.

Angel Island controlled burn draws backlash after smoke inundates Bay Area communities

A controlled burn on Angel Island sent thick smoke into several Bay Area communities due to botched wind forecasts. Local officials and residents expressed frustration over disrupted daily routines, closed schools, and health impacts.

West Nile virus-infected mosquitoes detected in Sunnyvale, treatment scheduled

Mosquitoes infected with the West Nile virus have been detected in a portion of Sunnyvale, officials with Santa Clara County say. As a result, a mosquito control treatment is scheduled for Friday night. 

Modified HIV drug could reverse vision loss, paralysis from MS, study suggests

An experimental drug reversed vision loss and paralysis in mice with MS-like symptoms, prompting researchers to explore its potential for human treatment.

One daily serving of ultra-processed food linked to higher disease risk

A large-scale study found that eating an additional 3½ ounces of ultra-processed food daily was associated with higher risks of cardiovascular events, cancer, death from any cause, metabolic syndrome and diabetes.