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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Thyroid medication recall upgraded to FDA's highest risk level
A thyroid medication that was recalled last month because it’s potentially “superpotent" has been upgraded to the Food and Drug Administration’s highest risk level.
A thyroid medication that was recalled last month because it’s potentially “superpotent" has been upgraded to the Food and Drug Administration’s highest risk level.
FDA-endorsed blood test can spot early signs of more than 50 types of cancer, drugmaker says
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) endorsed a blood test designed to spot early signs of dozens of cancers despite concerns about how definitive the test’s results may be, the Associated Press reported.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) endorsed a blood test designed to spot early signs of dozens of cancers despite concerns about how definitive the test’s results may be, the Associated Press reported.
FDA approves Eli Lilly's once-a-week insulin injection for type 2 diabetes treatment
Adults with type 2 diabetes will have a new alternative to daily insulin injections now that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved a new once-a-week insulin injection.
Adults with type 2 diabetes will have a new alternative to daily insulin injections now that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved a new once-a-week insulin injection.
‘Miracle on the Hudson’ hero Sully Sullenberger reveals Alzheimer’s warning signs he missed years ago
Captain Chesley "Sully" Sullenberger, the former airline pilot celebrated worldwide for safely landing US Airways Flight 1549 on the Hudson River in 2009, is taking on a new mission to raise awareness about the early signs of Alzheimer’s disease.
Captain Chesley "Sully" Sullenberger, the former airline pilot celebrated worldwide for safely landing US Airways Flight 1549 on the Hudson River in 2009, is taking on a new mission to raise awareness about the early signs of Alzheimer’s disease.
Fall allergy season has gotten longer since 1970: Here's where it's worst
Ragweed allergy season is getting longer thanks to human-induced climate change, a new report says. That's bad news for some 50 million Americans who suffer from fall allergies.
Ragweed allergy season is getting longer thanks to human-induced climate change, a new report says. That's bad news for some 50 million Americans who suffer from fall allergies.
Measles in the Northeast: PA and MD cases surge as NYC and DC report single digits
As measles cases rise nationwide, the Northeast is experiencing both the worst of the outbreaks and the strongest examples of containment.
As measles cases rise nationwide, the Northeast is experiencing both the worst of the outbreaks and the strongest examples of containment.
Trump administration halts Obamacare enrollment for 760,000, citing suspected fraud
The Trump administration is halting Obamacare enrollment for more than 760,000 people it believes were fraudulently signed up, a move Vice President JD Vance said could save taxpayers $2.2 billion.
The Trump administration is halting Obamacare enrollment for more than 760,000 people it believes were fraudulently signed up, a move Vice President JD Vance said could save taxpayers $2.2 billion.
New lawsuits allege catastrophic brain damage after riding Six Flags Magic Mountain rollercoaster
Three lawsuits were filed this week alleging serious brain damage suffered by three people who rode the X2 roller coaster at Six Flags Magic Mountain.
Three lawsuits were filed this week alleging serious brain damage suffered by three people who rode the X2 roller coaster at Six Flags Magic Mountain.
New study offers possible explanation for ‘mommy brain’ during pregnancy
Scientists may have found a biological explanation for "pregnancy brain." Here's what to know.
Scientists may have found a biological explanation for "pregnancy brain." Here's what to know.
Nicole ‘Snooki’ Polizzi reveals she’s cancer-free months after diagnosis
“Jersey Shore" star Nicole "Snooki" Polizzi announced she is cancer-free after successful surgery, sharing on social media that she must "take it easy" while continuing her recovery.
“Jersey Shore" star Nicole "Snooki" Polizzi announced she is cancer-free after successful surgery, sharing on social media that she must "take it easy" while continuing her recovery.
DC Calls It Quits Week focuses on helping residents overcome tobacco use
D.C. is highlighting efforts to help residents quit smoking as the city celebrates "DC Calls It Quits Week," an initiative aimed at reducing tobacco use.
D.C. is highlighting efforts to help residents quit smoking as the city celebrates "DC Calls It Quits Week," an initiative aimed at reducing tobacco use.
GLP-1 drugmakers sued over sudden vision loss risk: Reports
A civil lawsuit has been filed against GLP-1 drugmakers over the potential risk of sudden vision loss, according to multiple reports.
A civil lawsuit has been filed against GLP-1 drugmakers over the potential risk of sudden vision loss, according to multiple reports.
Data shows the best and worst cities for women’s health, jobs and quality of life
A woman’s geographical location plays a critical role in shaping her financial prospects, healthcare access, and overall well-being based on findings in a new report.
A woman’s geographical location plays a critical role in shaping her financial prospects, healthcare access, and overall well-being based on findings in a new report.
Popular South Pacific destination declares HIV emergency as infections surge 12-fold
A popular South Pacific destination has declared a national HIV emergency after infections surged dramatically, with one in 60 adults now living with the virus.
A popular South Pacific destination has declared a national HIV emergency after infections surged dramatically, with one in 60 adults now living with the virus.