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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Doctors have raised concerns after Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. fired the entire panel and replaced it with vaccine skeptics.
New blood test can detect early signs of ALS, study finds
ALS is a difficult disease to diagnose, and researchers say they’ve found clues in the blood that can help with early detection.
ALS is a difficult disease to diagnose, and researchers say they’ve found clues in the blood that can help with early detection.
Asthma Peak Week: Prepare for flare-ups from weather-related allergens
This week is Asthma Peak Week. As summer fades into fall, medical experts are sounding the alarm for those with asthma to prepare for potential flare-ups.
This week is Asthma Peak Week. As summer fades into fall, medical experts are sounding the alarm for those with asthma to prepare for potential flare-ups.
Acupuncture helps with chronic low back pain in older adults, study finds
A new study found that acupuncture treatment for older adults with chronic back pain could notably help their pain levels and the disability often caused by it.
A new study found that acupuncture treatment for older adults with chronic back pain could notably help their pain levels and the disability often caused by it.
Breakfast timing may hold the key to living longer, new research reveals
Research tracking nearly 3,000 adults shows higher survival rates for early breakfast eaters.
Research tracking nearly 3,000 adults shows higher survival rates for early breakfast eaters.
New MRI brain scan predicts Alzheimer's risk years before symptoms develop
Elevated levels of this certain chemical element in the brain could serve as an early warning sign for Alzheimer's disease, researchers say.
Elevated levels of this certain chemical element in the brain could serve as an early warning sign for Alzheimer's disease, researchers say.
2 dead, 37 sick in Westchester Legionnaires’ outbreak
The Westchester County Department of Health is urging caution after a rise in Legionnaires’ disease cases locally, mirroring a trend reported in New York City.
The Westchester County Department of Health is urging caution after a rise in Legionnaires’ disease cases locally, mirroring a trend reported in New York City.
Deadly Legionnaires' outbreak in Westchester: Latest warnings
County Health Commissioner Dr. Sherlita Amler said the deaths are among 37 infections reported since the beginning of the summer. FOX 5 NY's Richard Giacovis has the latest.
County Health Commissioner Dr. Sherlita Amler said the deaths are among 37 infections reported since the beginning of the summer. FOX 5 NY's Richard Giacovis has the latest.
Latest 'MAHA' childhood disease report 'lacks details,' critics say
A new 20-page “MAHA” report prioritizes investigations into vaccine injuries, chemical exposure, prescription drugs and other factors as drivers for chronic childhood disease.
A new 20-page “MAHA” report prioritizes investigations into vaccine injuries, chemical exposure, prescription drugs and other factors as drivers for chronic childhood disease.
These states have the highest vaccination rates, data suggests
New data has ranked all 50 states across three key dimensions including children and teen immunization rates, adult and elderly rates, and immunization uptake disparities.
New data has ranked all 50 states across three key dimensions including children and teen immunization rates, adult and elderly rates, and immunization uptake disparities.
Deadly 'kissing bug' disease becoming endemic in the US: CDC
Chagas disease, also known as the “kissing bug" disease, is spreading across the United States, and some researchers believe it should now be classified as an endemic,
Chagas disease, also known as the “kissing bug" disease, is spreading across the United States, and some researchers believe it should now be classified as an endemic,
Hochul order gives New Yorkers access to Covid vaccine without prescription
Gov. Kathy Hochul signed an executive order on Friday, expanding access to the vaccines.
Gov. Kathy Hochul signed an executive order on Friday, expanding access to the vaccines.
Tylenol-maker shares sink after report says RFK's HHS will link drug to autism
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. directed the HHS to investigate potential causes of autism and will release a report on the findings.
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. directed the HHS to investigate potential causes of autism and will release a report on the findings.
Chagas disease carried by the kissing bug spreading across US: What to know
Chagas disease, a potentially deadly condition transmitted by an insect known as the "kissing bug", is now considered an endemic in the US.
Chagas disease, a potentially deadly condition transmitted by an insect known as the "kissing bug", is now considered an endemic in the US.
Governor DeSantis announces Florida MAHA Commission, vows to end all vaccine mandates
Gov. Ron DeSantis announced on Wednesday that Florida is establishing a Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) Commission at the state level.
Gov. Ron DeSantis announced on Wednesday that Florida is establishing a Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) Commission at the state level.
Study finds common nasal spray may lower risk of COVID-19 infection
A recent clinical trial has found that a commonly used nasal spray for allergies may also help lower the risk of COVID-19 infection.
A recent clinical trial has found that a commonly used nasal spray for allergies may also help lower the risk of COVID-19 infection.