Nearly 100 aboard Royal Caribbean ship fall ill in norovirus outbreak
This latest incident is the 19th cruise ship outbreak the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has tracked this year.
Want to live to be over 100? These states have the most centenarians
See the map of where the most centenarians live in the United States. There’s more than 80,000 of them, according to 2020 census data.
Listeria outbreak from recalled frozen meals sold at Trader Joe's and Walmart leaves 4 dead, 19 in hospital
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is urging consumers to discard or return the products covered by the recall.
Marijuana-based drug eases chronic back pain in major study
A new study from German drugmaker Vertanical found that an experimental marijuana-based medication significantly reduced chronic back pain in 800 patients.
New trend has people taping their mouths shut at night: Here's why you shouldn't
TikTok influencers are telling people to tape their mouths shut at night for better sleep. Here's why doctors say it’s a bad idea.
Huntington’s Disease treated successfully for 1st time in landmark trial
Huntington’s disease has been successfully treated for the first time in a groundbreaking clinical trial.
'Nightmare bacteria' cases on the rise in US, CDC report finds
Infectious disease doctors are sounding the alarm after a new CDC report found that drug-resistant “nightmare bacteria” infections rose drastically in the U.S. between 2019 and 2023.
Pfizer boosts push for obesity treatments with $4.9B deal for Metsera
Pfizer is accelerating its push into this industry as obesity treatment demand has soared in recent years.
Trump's Tylenol warning causes pushback from medical community
Trump has suggested that using Tylenol while pregnant could increase the chance of kids developing autism, a claim that has since garnered negative attention from medical leaders worldwide.
James Van Der Beek makes surprise virtual appearance at 'Dawson's Creek' reunion
James Van Der Beek is battling stage 3 colorectal cancer and announced he wouldn't be able to make the "Dawson's Creek" fundraiser reunion.
What is leucovorin? FDA to relabel drug for autism treatment
The FDA announced Monday that it would change the drug’s label to reflect potential benefits in reducing autism symptoms. Here's what we know.
Want to avoid dementia? Study suggests you should hop on a bike
A JAMA Network Open study of nearly 480,000 UK adults found that choosing cycling for everyday trips was linked to a lower risk of dementia and Alzheimer’s disease, along with larger hippocampal volume.
Autism and Tylenol: Trump’s HHS claims link if acetaminophen taken during pregnancy
The autism announcement today comes after Robert F. Kennedy Jr. pledged earlier this year that the HHS would determine the cause by September.
Radioactive shrimp recall expanded for bags sold at Kroger stores
The new recall includes more than 49,000 bags of Kroger Raw Colosal EZ Peel Shrimp, about 18,000 bags of Kroger Mercado Cooked Medium Peeled Tail-Off Shrimp and more than 17,000 bags of AquaStar Peeled Tail-on Shrimp Skewers.
Study finds social media could alter teens' sleep patterns
New research finds age 13 is a turning point when bedtime screen use spikes, cutting into the sleep adolescents need most as they gain access to social media platforms.
Merck cancer shot gets FDA approval: What to know
The FDA has approved Keytruda Qlex, a faster, under-the-skin cancer treatment offering convenience and flexibility. Here's what we know.
'Kissing bug' disease on track to be considered an endemic in US
According to experts from Texas A&M University, kissing bugs feed on blood and are most active at night. The insects thrive in warmer climate zones, especially during the spring and summer.
RFK Jr.'s vaccine panel changes COVID-19 shot guidelines
For the first time since the shots were developed, the group has declined to recommend their use — instead leaving the choice up to those who want them.
Tyson Foods to remove corn syrup, other additives from these popular brands
Tyson Foods, one of the largest food companies in the U.S. says it’s removing five chemical additives from its most popular brands, including Jimmy Dean, Hillshire Farm and more.
RFK Jr.'s advisory panel recommends new restrictions on MMRV vaccines
Doctors have raised concerns after Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. fired the entire panel and replaced it with vaccine skeptics.