Rising interest in cosmetic procedures
Dr. Adam Kolker says he is seeing an increase in surgical procedures as well as non-surgical treatments.
Dr. Adam Kolker says he is seeing an increase in surgical procedures as well as non-surgical treatments.
Cyberattack hits Vermont network, including 6 hospitals
The University of Vermont Health Network and federal officials are investigating a cyberattack that affected its six hospitals in Vermont and New York.
The University of Vermont Health Network and federal officials are investigating a cyberattack that affected its six hospitals in Vermont and New York.
FBI, federal agencies warn ransomware assault threatens US healthcare system
Federal agencies warned that cybercriminals are unleashing a major ransomware assault against the U.S. healthcare system. Independent security experts say it has already hobbled at least four U.S. hospitals this month, and could potentially impact hundreds more.
Federal agencies warned that cybercriminals are unleashing a major ransomware assault against the U.S. healthcare system. Independent security experts say it has already hobbled at least four U.S. hospitals this month, and could potentially impact hundreds more.
U.S. panel: Colon cancer tests should start at 45, not 50
The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force released the draft recommendations Tuesday.
The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force released the draft recommendations Tuesday.
Study: Universal mask use could save over 130K American lives by early 2021
Deaths per day from the coronavirus in the U.S. are on the rise again.
Deaths per day from the coronavirus in the U.S. are on the rise again.
CDC: COVID-19 'close contact' now includes brief encounters
The CDC changed the definition to a total of 15 minutes or more.
The CDC changed the definition to a total of 15 minutes or more.
Drug company using drones to deliver medicines
A major drug company has started using drones to deliver medicines from a manufacturing plant directly to a health clinic.
A major drug company has started using drones to deliver medicines from a manufacturing plant directly to a health clinic.
What you need to know to navigate Medicare open enrollment
Seniors across the nation have the chance to enroll or change their Medicare coverage for 2021, but with the process moving online, it may be more challenging this year.
Seniors across the nation have the chance to enroll or change their Medicare coverage for 2021, but with the process moving online, it may be more challenging this year.
Horseshoe crabs could play role in COVID vaccine development
Horseshoe crab blood has been used in the medical world for decades.
Horseshoe crab blood has been used in the medical world for decades.
A closer look at President Trump's condition
FOX 5 NY speaks with Dr. Rajanish Bobde about President Trump's current condition and how critical the next 48 hours will be to his health.
FOX 5 NY speaks with Dr. Rajanish Bobde about President Trump's current condition and how critical the next 48 hours will be to his health.
Health officials urge flu vaccines amid 'twindemic' fears
A record number of flu vaccine doses are on the way, between 194 million and 198 million for the U.S. alone.
A record number of flu vaccine doses are on the way, between 194 million and 198 million for the U.S. alone.
Hospitals facing financial woes amid COVID pandemic
Hospitals are sounding the alarm about a second wave of coronavirus infections, which could be catastrophic to health facilities already strapped for cash.
Hospitals are sounding the alarm about a second wave of coronavirus infections, which could be catastrophic to health facilities already strapped for cash.
Hospitals facing huge financial losses due to coronavirus pandemic
Hospitals are sounding the alarm about a second wave of coronavirus infections, which could be catastrophic to health facilities already strapped for cash.
Hospitals are sounding the alarm about a second wave of coronavirus infections, which could be catastrophic to health facilities already strapped for cash.
Moderna COVID-19 vaccine generates immune response in older adults, study finds
A study, published Tuesday in the New England Journal of Medicine, found that the experimental vaccine was well-tolerated and generated a strong immune response on older adults.
A study, published Tuesday in the New England Journal of Medicine, found that the experimental vaccine was well-tolerated and generated a strong immune response on older adults.
Trump's $200 Medicare prescription cards won't hit mailboxes just yet
Government officials say key details of Trump’s giveaway still have to be worked out, from the exact timing to who will get them and how Medicare would cover the cost — which could approach $7 billion.
Government officials say key details of Trump’s giveaway still have to be worked out, from the exact timing to who will get them and how Medicare would cover the cost — which could approach $7 billion.
New York's group homes face painful funding cuts
The special-needs community is already feeling the impact.
The special-needs community is already feeling the impact.
Taco Bell customer suffers heart attack in drive-thru, saved by firefighters, restaurant staff
A Taco Bell customer in Arizona reportedly suffered a heart attack while placing his order at the drive-thru. Luckily, the restaurant happens to be located across the street from the local fire department and help was on the scene almost immediately.
A Taco Bell customer in Arizona reportedly suffered a heart attack while placing his order at the drive-thru. Luckily, the restaurant happens to be located across the street from the local fire department and help was on the scene almost immediately.
Could we face a flu shot shortage this year?
People are starting to get their flu shots this year, but with an expected increase in demand, there is a concern about a possible shortage.
People are starting to get their flu shots this year, but with an expected increase in demand, there is a concern about a possible shortage.
Trump lays out health care vision, signs executive order in swing state NC
President Donald Trump is laying out his health care agenda Thursday amid a global pandemic and growing uncertainty about the future of the Affordable Care Act, the Obama-era law he vowed to replace with a much better plan.
President Donald Trump is laying out his health care agenda Thursday amid a global pandemic and growing uncertainty about the future of the Affordable Care Act, the Obama-era law he vowed to replace with a much better plan.
FDA chief says 'science will guide' decision on coronavirus vaccine approval
President Donald Trump is pushing for a fast decision. But Wednesday, the Food and Drug Administration's chief pledged to a Senate committee that the decision will be based on science, not politics.
President Donald Trump is pushing for a fast decision. But Wednesday, the Food and Drug Administration's chief pledged to a Senate committee that the decision will be based on science, not politics.