New mRNA cancer vaccine helps cut risk of melanoma recurrence by nearly half, trial finds
A clinical trial from researchers finds that the new experimental vaccine combined with immunotherapy helped lower the chances of melanoma recurring or causing death.
St. Patrick's Cathedral honors donor families and transplant recipients
The Remember & Rejoice service helps to bring donor families and transplant recipients together,
New COVID variant causes allergy-like symptoms
If you have itchy, watery eyes this spring, it might not be seasonal allergies; it could be the new COVID subvariant.
Supreme Court's abortion pill order spares safe havens for now
A U.S. Supreme Court order that keeps access to an abortion drug in place for now could be especially welcome in some safe haven states that would have been hit hard by restrictions.
Federal appeals court keeps abortion pill available, with restrictions
A federal appeals court has ruled that mifepristone can remain available, but only up to seven weeks of pregnancy and will no longer be accessible through the mail without a doctor's visit.
EPA finds cancer risk from sterilization chemical, proposes usage limits
“EPA’s number one priority is protecting people’s health and safety,” EPA Administrator Michael Regan said in a statement.
Biden ends COVID-19 national emergency after Congress acts
The U.S. national emergency to respond to the COVID-19 pandemic has ended.
Justice Department appeals Texas court ruling to halt order of commonly used abortion pill
The Justice Department is appealing a Texas court ruling that would halt approval of a drug used in the most common method of abortion in the U.S.
Autism: Life on the Spectrum
Autism spectrum disorder is a developmental disability characterized by communication, social, and behavioral challenges. In this special report, FOX 5 NY takes a closer look at what life is like today with this developmental disability.
‘It was surreal’: Florida native becomes Vanderbilt’s first Black woman neurosurgery resident
A prestigious medical school will see its first Black woman neurosurgery resident ever.
'We are human': More pop culture opportunities for those on the autism spectrum
From television to movies, more and more autistic people are behind the camera -- and in front of it too. FOX 5 NY's Ryan Kristafer shows how we’re seeing more representation in movies and TV for people living on the spectrum.
States consider banning cosmetics that contain PFAS
A growing number of state legislatures are considering banning the sale of cosmetics and other consumer products that contain the toxic industrial compound PFAS, so-called forever chemicals.
Can heart failure risk show up on a smartwatch? It's possible, study says
Extra beats in heart rate recordings could mean double the risk of cardiac issues — and more revelations.
Healthcare workers demand $2.5 billion more in Gov. Hochul's budget plan
Healthcare workers stage one of the largest heath rallies in the state demanding $2.5 billion be added to health funding.
Moderate alcohol consumption has no health benefits, analysis finds
Drinking a glass of wine a day will not help you live longer, according to new research that challenges the notion of moderate drinking health benefits.
Report ranks US states with the longest life expectancy: here's where your state falls
A new report suggests where you live may also play a role in how long you live. Here's where your state ranks.
Best states to live a long, healthy life: Where do New York, New Jersey rank?
A new study ranks the best and worst states to live in for a long and healthy life. Where does your state rank?
Rabies patient becomes first fatal case in US after post-exposure treatment, report says
A Minnesota man is the first reported fatality due to rabies in the United States despite receiving appropriate post-exposure prophylaxis, according to a recent article published in Clinical Infectious Diseases.
Federal judge ruling makes it so insurers don't have to cover some preventive care services
This includes screenings for cancer, diabetes and mental health
‘God must have put you in my car!’: Uber driver donates kidney to passenger
A New Jersey man’s Uber ride turned into a trip that would save his life.