Overdose deaths see largest one-year decline ever: Here’s why
US overdose deaths fell by 27% in 2024, marking the largest one-year decline on record. CDC data shows 30,000 fewer deaths, with experts citing naloxone access, treatment, and shifting drug use.
Baby born with rare disorder thrives after getting personalized gene editing treatment
Though it may be a while before similar personalized treatments are available for others, doctors hope the technology can someday help millions who have been left behind by genetic medicine because their diseases are so rare.
UnitedHealth Group's stock takes another hit after DOJ investigation report
In a statement to FOX 9, UnitedHealth Group called the Wall Street Journal's report "deeply irresponsible."
In-N-Out Burger removes artificial coloring from these products
Less than a month after the Food and Drug Administration announced it wanted foodmakers to phase out petroleum-based artifical colors, In-N-Out Burger said it was getting rid of the dyes from two of its drinks.
Cancer-causing chemicals are in many beauty products women use: Study
A study recruited Black and Latina women and asked them to log all the beauty products they use in a week. Here's what the study found.
RFK Jr.'s next target: Ingestible fluoride products for kids
The FDA will review ingestible fluoride products used by children, urging companies to remove them from the market over safety concerns raised by Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
RFK Jr. takes grandkids swimming – in Rock Creek
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. swam in Rock Creek with his grandkids on Mother's Day – which the National Park Service forbids due to high bacteria levels.
Zepbound vs. Wegovy: Here's which weight loss drug worked best in first trial
The popular weight loss medications produced different results in patients who participated in a trial, and here’s what researchers found.
US life expectancy rates are lower for this US region, study finds
Researchers found significant disparities in life expectancy rates nationwide in these areas during the past century.
House GOP unveils spending bill that includes massive Medicaid cuts
House Republicans have unveiled a sweeping bill proposing $880 billion in cuts—largely to Medicaid—to help fund $4.5 trillion in tax breaks central to President Trump's economic agenda.
Screwworm threat forces US to halt cattle imports from Mexico: What to know
The U.S. has suspended imports of live cattle from Mexico amid the threat of a flesh-eating maggot known as the New World screwworm (NWS).
Fiji added to CDC’s travel alert after surge in dengue fever cases
The island nation of Fiji in the South Pacific Ocean is the latest country to be added to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s travel alert list.
FDA approves 3 natural food dyes
The FDA approved three natural food dyes that comes from plants and minerals this week, amid its transition away from petroleum-based dyes in the food supply.
First at-home HPV test approved by FDA, could replace Pap smear
The DIY test could serve as an alternative to in-person "Pap smears," which are recommended every three years for women up to age 65.
FDA issues health alert over contaminated tattoo ink
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is warning tattoo artists and their customers about contaminated tattoo inks that can cause serious injury.
Measles outbreak spreads to 11th state: The latest
Measles outbreaks have hit 11 U.S. states, with cases now exceeding 900. Here’s what we know.
Combo flu and COVID-19 shot shows promise in new Moderna study
Researchers found that the combination shot had a stronger immune response against COVID-19 and flu strains.
Terminal colon cancer patient saved by breakthrough treatment
The Minnesota woman received investigational immunotherapy during a ‘last-resort’ trial.
6-state salmonella outbreak blamed on backyard chickens
The earliest cases from this recent outbreak were reported back in February.
Cigarette smoking has declined sharply in US: Here are the numbers, according to research
Researchers in a study found that the largest drop in cigarette smoking was among young Americans.