2 more measles cases confirmed in Maryland, bringing total to 11

Two more measles cases have been recorded in Maryland in residents who recently traveled out of state, bringing the total to 11 so far this year.

CVS offers new pharmacy option for pet owners

CVS Pharmacy is expanding into pet health care by allowing customers to fill common prescriptions for dogs and cats at roughly 9,000 locations nationwide.

Midlife TV binging linked to smaller brain structures, especially in men

The study found that the key parts of the brains of people who told researchers they watched TV "very often" during their midlife years were found to have smaller structures.

Novo Nordisk sues rival drugmaker Eli Lilly over GLP-1 ads

Novo Nordisk is suing Eli Lilly over its GLP-1 ads, accusing the rival drugmaker of false advertising for claiming Lilly’s Mounjaro and Zepbound outperform Novo’s Ozempic and Wegovy. 

Allergy medication recall: Cetirizine tablets pulled over contamination risk

Unique Pharmaceutical Laboratories is voluntarily recalling four nationwide lots of Cetirizine Hydrochloride Tablets USP 5 mg after discovering the allergy medication may be cross-contaminated with ranitidine, according to the FDA.

CDC: Cyclosporiasis outbreak grows to 4,100 cases, 7,500 more unconfirmed

U.S. health officials say they now have 4,173 laboratory-confirmed cases of cyclosporiasis that have been reported since May 1, as investigators continue a multistate investigation into an outbreak linked to iceberg lettuce distributed by Taylor Farms. 

Five cups of coffee a day okay for most, may benefit heart health: study

A recent study implies that adding a bit more caffeine to your routine might offer protective benefits against heart disease and stroke. But researchers stress a critical caveat that determines whether the extra boost is good for you.

FDA to continue cyclosporiasis investigation as restaurant traffic declines

Federal officials continue to probe a cyclospora outbreak as several national restaurant chains are impacted financially with some reporting noticeable drops in customer foot traffic.

Why the US cyclospora outbreak is difficult to trace

Federal investigators say the cyclospora parasite behind the suspected illnesses of thousands of Americans has been unusually difficult to trace. Experts say it does not leave behind any culturable samples and no genetic fingerprints, which forces officials to rely almost exclusively on patient interviews instead of lab confirmation. 

Dr Oz reveals the healthy retirement habit that could make America $1 trillion richer

The key to improving Americans' health is reducing healthcare costs while helping people stay active and productive for longer, CMS Administrator Dr. Mehmet Oz told Fox News Digital.

Taylor Farms cyclospora finding was a false positive, FDA says

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is now saying the samples of lettuce that were collected from Taylor Farms that were linked to an outbreak of cyclospora, should be considered a false positive. 

Jennifer Finch, founding L7 bassist and songwriter, dies at 59

Jennifer Finch, the bassist, singer and songwriter best known for her work with pioneering rock band L7, has died at 59 after battling an aggressive form of brain cancer.

Taylor Farms recall: States where lettuce pulled over Cyclospora fears

Taylor Farms de Mexico’s statement detailing the recall on its products that contained iceberg lettuce from central Mexico linked to a Cyclospora outbreak lists what is included, as well as when and where those items were sold. 

Alaska cruise ship reports 3rd stomach illness outbreak in less than three months

A cruise ship that travels off the coast of Alaska during the summer has reported its third outbreak of stomach illnesses on board in less than three months.

Taylor Farms pulls Mexico iceberg lettuce as cyclospora outbreak investigation expands

Taylor Farms said it is voluntarily removing all iceberg lettuce sourced from central Mexico after the FDA linked a cyclosporiasis outbreak to shredded iceberg lettuce.

Cyclosporiasis in the DMV: Here's where case numbers are the highest

The DMV has reported several cases of Cyclosporiasis recently, as federal health officials continue to monitor a nationwide outbreak. But many of the cases across the region have been tied to travel, and health officials say that case numbers are consistent with what's seen in a typical year.