New Alzheimer’s drug that can modestly slow disease approved by FDA

U.S. officials have approved another Alzheimer’s drug that can modestly slow the disease, providing a new option for patients in the early stages of the incurable, memory-destroying ailment.

FDA approves Eli Lilly's Alzheimer's drug that can modestly slow disease

Eli Lilly's Kisunla is the second treatment available in the U.S. that has been shown in trials to modestly slow a decline in memory.

DC region heat intensifies air quality concerns for at-risk groups

It’s officially summer, and we are all trying to deal with the heat and humidity, but it can be extremely dangerous for people with cardiovascular, lung diseases and asthma. 

Here’s why guidance on alcohol consumption is being considered in Washington

Talks of federal dietary guidelines on alcohol consumption have sparked disagreement among some health officials and politicians at odds on limiting how much people can drink.

Increased risk of dengue virus in US, CDC warns – here’s what to know

The CDC is warning Americans about an increased dengue virus risk, as cases of the mosquito-borne viral disease hit record numbers worldwide.

Study suggests this free activity can reduce lower back pain

A new Australian study found that a simple walking and education program can significantly reduce the recurrence of lower back pain.

Fake Wegovy and Ozempic warnings: What to know

WHO and Eli Lilly has warned consumers to be cautious of counterfeit versions of popular weight-loss and diabetes drugs like Wegovy, Ozempic being sold online.

US surgeon general calls for tobacco-style warning label on social media platforms

Warning labels on social media platforms reminding users of its associated mental health harms for adolescents should be required, the U.S. surgeon general said.

FDA warns some oysters, clams could be contaminated with paralytic shellfish toxins

The tainted seafood was harvested in parts of the Pacific Northwest. Eating these items can cause paralytic shellfish poisoning resulting in symptoms including nausea, shortness of breath, and respiratory paralysis.

DC man's grandson hospitalized after swimming in E. Coli infested Virginia lake

A Washington, D.C. man says that his 10-year-old grandson fell ill with a gastrointestinal illness after swimming in Lake Anna during Memorial Day Weekend. 

E. coli outbreak at Lake Anna: 20 swimmers infected, 9 hospitalized

Environmental officials are testing lake water at a popular recreational destination in central Virginia after at least 20 people reported E. coli infections.

Virginia health officials investigate E. coli outbreak in Lake Anna

Health officials in Virginia are investigating a cluster of gastrointestinal illnesses in people who were exposed to the water in Lake Anna over the Memorial Day weekend.