Just 18% of Americans who need lung cancer screenings get them

A new study found lung cancer screening rates in the U.S. remain low, with just about one in five adults getting their recommended test.

Alzheimer's drug that can slow disease gets backing from FDA advisers

A closely watched Alzheimer’s drug from Eli Lilly, donanemab, won unanimous backing from FDA advisers on Monday for its ability to slow mild dementia despite risks such as brain swelling and bleeding, setting the stage for its expected approval later this year.

Study: Salty diet may increase risk of dry, itchy skin

A new study from UC San Francisco, published in JAMA Dermatology, found that consuming just an extra gram of sodium daily can increase the likelihood of an eczema flare by 22%, with high sodium intake significantly impacting those prone to eczema.

1st case of sexually-transmitted form of ringworm reported in US

The rare, sexually-transmitted fungal infection can take months to clear up, even with treatment, health officials warned. Here's what know.

Microdosing chocolate bars sent 6 people to hospitals, FDA says

The edible chocolate bars are made with soy, milk and a “proprietary blend of nootropic and functional mushrooms." They have sickened eight people, with six of those hospitalized.

Doctor warns against 'anti-sunscreen' TikToks: 'Nobody is dying of sunscreen'

Videos are circulating on TikTok saying sunscreen does more harm than good. The videos can be found just by searching for “anti-sunscreen," but before you take advice from social media, an Arizona skin cancer doctor weighs in with the truth.

What to do if a flying Joro spider bites you

These large, long-legged spiders are not considered to be aggressive, however, they are venomous.

Nurses push for a STEM designation amid shortages

The designation in part would help manage the staffing shortages of nurses in the medical field.

Kansas City Chiefs’ BJ Thompson stable after cardiac event: Reports

B.J. Thompson, defensive lineman for the Kansas City Chiefs, suffered a seizure and went into cardiac arrest during a team meeting on Thursday, a source familiar with the matter told The Associated Press.

Inflammatory bowel disease: 'Major cause of IBD' discovered by researchers

IBD, the umbrella term for Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis, impacts millions of people worldwide. Researchers say they have found a “major cause" of the disease and treatment using existing drugs.

1st human death of bird flu strain H5N2 confirmed, WHO says

The first confirmed human case of a strain of bird flu called H5N2 has died, the World Health Organization said. Here’s what to know.

FDA advisers reject MDMA therapy to treat PTSD

FDA advisers raised concerns about clinical trials and questioned study data and potential safety risks of MDMA, including heart problems.

Fauci grilled by House GOP over COVID-19 response, origins

During his testimony, Anthony Fauci and Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene got into a heated exchange. Greene tried to discredit Fauci while grilling him on social distancing and masking guidelines during the pandemic.