FDA looks to pull pre-term pregnancy drug Makena
The Food and Drug Administration wants to withdraw Makena, a drug that claims to reduce the risk of pre-term births. The FDA says the drug doesn't work — but the pharmaceutical company that produces it says the FDA's study didn't include enough Black women, who are at a higher risk for preterm birth.
The Food and Drug Administration wants to withdraw Makena, a drug that claims to reduce the risk of pre-term births. The FDA says the drug doesn't work — but the pharmaceutical company that produces it says the FDA's study didn't include enough Black women, who are at a higher risk for preterm birth.
Boston University researchers claim to have developed new, more lethal COVID strain in lab
Researchers at Boston University added a spike protein from the Omicron variant with the original Wuhan strain, which has an 80% kill rate
Researchers at Boston University added a spike protein from the Omicron variant with the original Wuhan strain, which has an 80% kill rate
Teal pumpkins: They’re not just for decoration
Spread a little food allergy awareness and inclusion this year by displaying a teal pumpkin on your doorstep.
Spread a little food allergy awareness and inclusion this year by displaying a teal pumpkin on your doorstep.
Frequent chemical hair straightening linked to higher uterine cancer risk, NIH study finds
The study authors highlighted how the risks may be more heightened for Black women, who reported using hair straightening products more frequently than other groups.
The study authors highlighted how the risks may be more heightened for Black women, who reported using hair straightening products more frequently than other groups.
RSV cases surging in children as virus spreads earlier, faster this year
Cases of respiratory syncytial virus, better known as RSV, are on the rise, doctors warn.
Cases of respiratory syncytial virus, better known as RSV, are on the rise, doctors warn.
Georgetown Hoyas legend Dikembe Mutombo undergoing treatment for brain tumor
Basketball Hall of Famer Dikembe Mutombo is undergoing treatment in Atlanta for a brain tumor, the NBA announced Saturday.
Basketball Hall of Famer Dikembe Mutombo is undergoing treatment in Atlanta for a brain tumor, the NBA announced Saturday.
Breast Cancer Awareness Month: Doctor shares what women should know about early detection
In honor of October being Breast Cancer Awareness Month, FOX 5 is continuing to bring attention to the disease by speaking with diagnostic radiologist Dr. Rachel Brem about what women should know about screening for the disease.
In honor of October being Breast Cancer Awareness Month, FOX 5 is continuing to bring attention to the disease by speaking with diagnostic radiologist Dr. Rachel Brem about what women should know about screening for the disease.
The Big Board sues DC Health for COVID-19 related closure: lawsuit
The Big Board, a bar and burger restaurant on H Street in the District is suing the D.C. Department of Health after their liquor license was suspended earlier this year and they were ordered to close for refusing to follow the city’s COVID-19 vaccine and mask mandate, a lawsuit says.
The Big Board, a bar and burger restaurant on H Street in the District is suing the D.C. Department of Health after their liquor license was suspended earlier this year and they were ordered to close for refusing to follow the city’s COVID-19 vaccine and mask mandate, a lawsuit says.
Surge in demand for vasectomies following abortions bans prompts clinics to offer free procedure
Free vasectomies will be available next month at three Planned Parenthood clinics in Missouri amid a surge in demand for the procedure after the U.S. Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade.
Free vasectomies will be available next month at three Planned Parenthood clinics in Missouri amid a surge in demand for the procedure after the U.S. Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade.
High levels of BPA found in name-brand sports bras, shirts, advocacy group says
BPA is used to make certain types of plastics and is widely used in almost every industry.
BPA is used to make certain types of plastics and is widely used in almost every industry.
USDA proposes expansive poultry changes to reduce salmonella illnesses
The agency is offering a plan that would involve testing incoming flocks of chickens and turkeys for salmonella before meat processing takes place.
The agency is offering a plan that would involve testing incoming flocks of chickens and turkeys for salmonella before meat processing takes place.
DC could again push back COVID-19 vaccine deadline for students
D.C.'s vaccine deadline for students may be pushed back again.
D.C.'s vaccine deadline for students may be pushed back again.
Most women can't spot signs of aggressive form of breast cancer — here's what to know
Inflammatory breast cancer, a rare yet deadly form of the disease, often doesn’t cause a breast lump, and it might not show up on a mammogram, doctors say.
Inflammatory breast cancer, a rare yet deadly form of the disease, often doesn’t cause a breast lump, and it might not show up on a mammogram, doctors say.
Pregnant Maryland firefighter gives birth hours after helping car crash victim
A pregnant Maryland firefighter gave birth just hours after she rushed to help a woman who was trapped inside a car after it flipped over during a multi-vehicle crash last week outside Baltimore.
A pregnant Maryland firefighter gave birth just hours after she rushed to help a woman who was trapped inside a car after it flipped over during a multi-vehicle crash last week outside Baltimore.
New study indicates dementia signs can be detected nearly a decade before diagnosis
A new study from researchers at the University of Cambridge indicates it may be possible to detect dementia within a patient nearly a decade before they are diagnosed.
A new study from researchers at the University of Cambridge indicates it may be possible to detect dementia within a patient nearly a decade before they are diagnosed.
Raisin Bran, Honey Nut Cheerios among cereals not defined as 'healthy' under proposed FDA criteria
Under the FDA’s newly-proposed "healthy" definition for food packaging, salmon, nuts, and seeds would now qualify, while many breakfast cereals would not.
Under the FDA’s newly-proposed "healthy" definition for food packaging, salmon, nuts, and seeds would now qualify, while many breakfast cereals would not.
CVS lowers price on tampons, other menstrual products, pays 'pink tax' in 12 states
CVS is reducing prices by 25% on CVS Health and Live Better brand period products, including tampons, menstrual pads, liners, and cups, the chain said.
CVS is reducing prices by 25% on CVS Health and Live Better brand period products, including tampons, menstrual pads, liners, and cups, the chain said.
Video games could trigger deadly heart problems in children, study finds
Australian researchers found that war-type video games were the main trigger that caused heart issues in kids.
Australian researchers found that war-type video games were the main trigger that caused heart issues in kids.
Twin sisters diagnosed with breast cancer months apart
Rebecca Lesnik and Sarah Seidl said they were able to lean on each other during one of the toughest moments of their lives.
Rebecca Lesnik and Sarah Seidl said they were able to lean on each other during one of the toughest moments of their lives.
FDA authorizes updated COVID boosters for kids as young as 5
Only people who’ve gotten their initial Covid-19 vaccinations -- with any of the original-formula versions -- qualify for an updated booster.
Only people who’ve gotten their initial Covid-19 vaccinations -- with any of the original-formula versions -- qualify for an updated booster.