West Virginia becomes 1st state to ban range of food dyes
West Virginia’s governor signed a bill that would first ban food dyes in school meals - and eventually in products that are sold state-wide.
West Virginia’s governor signed a bill that would first ban food dyes in school meals - and eventually in products that are sold state-wide.
Rise in Dengue Fever cases prompts health alert for popular spring break spots
The CDC said that last year, a "record number of dengue cases" were identified in U.S. travelers, an 84% increase compared to 2023.
The CDC said that last year, a "record number of dengue cases" were identified in U.S. travelers, an 84% increase compared to 2023.
FDA to increase testing on baby formula
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration will increase its testing on baby formulas for contaminates including heavy metals, the agency announced this week. In a statement the FDA said they along with the HHS is committed to increasing testing for the presence of substances like arsenic, lead and mercury. The plan is called "Operation Stork Speed." Joining LiveNOW to help break it all down is Dr. Joel "Gator" Warsh, Board-Certified Pediatrician.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration will increase its testing on baby formulas for contaminates including heavy metals, the agency announced this week. In a statement the FDA said they along with the HHS is committed to increasing testing for the presence of substances like arsenic, lead and mercury. The plan is called "Operation Stork Speed." Joining LiveNOW to help break it all down is Dr. Joel "Gator" Warsh, Board-Certified Pediatrician.
USDA to invest up to $100M for projects to combat bird flu
The U.S. Department of Agriculture said Thursday it plans to invest up to $100 million for projects to combat bird flu. Infectious disease expert Dr. Peter Chin-Hong joins LiveNOW's Austin Westfall to discuss the significance.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture said Thursday it plans to invest up to $100 million for projects to combat bird flu. Infectious disease expert Dr. Peter Chin-Hong joins LiveNOW's Austin Westfall to discuss the significance.
FDA to increase testing for heavy metals in baby formula
The FDA is stepping up its oversight of infant formula, including increased testing for heavy metals and other contaminants. Here's what to know.
The FDA is stepping up its oversight of infant formula, including increased testing for heavy metals and other contaminants. Here's what to know.
Popular acne products recalled after high levels of benzene found: What to know
The FDA said testing of certain acne products with benzoyl peroxide found elevated levels of benzene, a chemical linked to cancer.
The FDA said testing of certain acne products with benzoyl peroxide found elevated levels of benzene, a chemical linked to cancer.
Federal Reserve holds interest rates steady
Dan Varroney and Lydia Mashburn Newman join LiveNOW's Andrew Craft to discuss the Federal Reserve's decision to keep interest rates steady.
Dan Varroney and Lydia Mashburn Newman join LiveNOW's Andrew Craft to discuss the Federal Reserve's decision to keep interest rates steady.
'Rosetta' actress dies of rare cancer at 43, report says
Émilie Dequenne died on Sunday due to a rare cancer, according to her family and agent.
Émilie Dequenne died on Sunday due to a rare cancer, according to her family and agent.
Bird flu solution: Vaccinate chickens or slaughter every infected flock?
Vaccines could be a way to suppress bird flu in the U.S. and avoid the slaughter of millions of chickens amid the rising price of eggs. But there are some concerns, too. Here's what to know.
Vaccines could be a way to suppress bird flu in the U.S. and avoid the slaughter of millions of chickens amid the rising price of eggs. But there are some concerns, too. Here's what to know.
Study reveals impacts of COVID-19 pandemic on kindergarteners' development
Researchers in a recent study found that the pandemic had an effect on kindergartners social skills and cognitive development.
Researchers in a recent study found that the pandemic had an effect on kindergartners social skills and cognitive development.
Oregon dysentery outbreak: 7 new cases reported in February so far
Shigella bacteria can lead to shigellosis, a disease that can cause dysentery.
Shigella bacteria can lead to shigellosis, a disease that can cause dysentery.
RFK Jr. seeks to eliminate FDA’s GRAS 'loophole' to improve food ingredient safety
The Health and Human Services secretary is pushing to change a program that allows companies to add untested ingredients to food.
The Health and Human Services secretary is pushing to change a program that allows companies to add untested ingredients to food.
Luke Combs admits his struggle with 'obscure' mental health disorder can be ‘all-consuming’
Luke Combs opened up about his constant struggle with OCD, admitting he has repetitive and anxious thoughts that can impact his work and daily life.
Luke Combs opened up about his constant struggle with OCD, admitting he has repetitive and anxious thoughts that can impact his work and daily life.
HHS responds to reports CDC will study refuted vaccine, autism link
The Department of Health and Human Services, headed by RFK Jr., is responding to reports that the CDC will begin researching the widely refuted theory that links autism to vaccines.
The Department of Health and Human Services, headed by RFK Jr., is responding to reports that the CDC will begin researching the widely refuted theory that links autism to vaccines.
These are the happiest cities in America, according to a new study
A new study shows that location can play a significant role in shaping happiness.
A new study shows that location can play a significant role in shaping happiness.
Measles case in Maryland traced to traveler at Dulles Airport
Health officials in Maryland confirmed Sunday that a Howard County resident has tested positive for measles after traveling internationally.
Health officials in Maryland confirmed Sunday that a Howard County resident has tested positive for measles after traveling internationally.
How did Betsy Arakwa get Hantavirus?
Arakawa and her husband, actor Gene Hackman, were found dead last month at their New Mexico home. Her cause of death was determined to be hantavirus pulmonary syndrome. Hantavirus is extremely rare. So how did Betsy get this disease and what exactly is it? Joining LiveNOW's Josh Breslow to break it all down is Dr. Scott Roberts with the Yale School of Medicine.
Arakawa and her husband, actor Gene Hackman, were found dead last month at their New Mexico home. Her cause of death was determined to be hantavirus pulmonary syndrome. Hantavirus is extremely rare. So how did Betsy get this disease and what exactly is it? Joining LiveNOW's Josh Breslow to break it all down is Dr. Scott Roberts with the Yale School of Medicine.
Some synthetic hair brands contain carcinogens, lead, other harmful chemicals, study finds
Ten synthetic hair products were tested during the study and several of them tested positive for harmful chemicals such as benzene, which has shown to increase the risk of cancer.
Ten synthetic hair products were tested during the study and several of them tested positive for harmful chemicals such as benzene, which has shown to increase the risk of cancer.
MCTS bus driver comes to pregnant woman's aid: 'I'm so grateful'
New video shows an MCTS bus driver coming to the aid of a woman in distress. In an interview you’ll see only on FOX6, that woman shares her story.
New video shows an MCTS bus driver coming to the aid of a woman in distress. In an interview you’ll see only on FOX6, that woman shares her story.
Americans borrowed $74 billion to cover medical bills in 2024, study finds
Millions of Americans admit that paying for health care expenses often means going into debt based on findings in a recent study.
Millions of Americans admit that paying for health care expenses often means going into debt based on findings in a recent study.