Certain snacks, drinks could be banned in some states due to cancer-causing ingredients
Several states are mulling the possibility of banning certain food additives after California prohibited the the manufacture, sale and distribution of dangerous chemicals.
'Unhealthy dose' of pesticides found in popular produce, new report reveals
Consumer Reports published a report on fruits and vegetables that have an unhealthy level of pesticides. About 20% of the fruit and vegetables posed a "significant" risk.
Eli Lilly's weight loss drug reduces sleep apnea, study shows
Eli Lilly noted that tirzepatide reduced sleep apnea severity by up to nearly two-thirds in adults that have both obstructive sleep apnea and obesity.
Heart pumps tied to 14 deaths, hundreds of injuries are being recalled
Federal health officials said that nearly 14,000 heart devices tied to hundreds of injuries and more than a dozen deaths are being voluntarily recalled.
US drug shortages hit all-time high, pharmacists warn
Pharmacists warned in a recent report that drug shortages in the U.S. have hit an all-time high. Some of these are critical life-saving medications such as cancer treatments.
The highest paying jobs of 2024: Pediatrician, dentist, more jobs with high earnings
The highest-paying jobs overall tend to be in the health care field. Careers in business are another area where salaries, on average, are fairly high compared to others.
Hand sanitizer, aloe gel recalled over warnings it could cause comas or blindness
A company is voluntarily recalling hand sanitizers and aloe gel after discovering that there was methanol in the products. Methanol can cause serious health issues for consumers.
8.4M Tide, Gain and other laundry pods recalled over unsafe packaging
Millions of packages of laundry pods have been recalled because they could split open and pose a risk of harm to children and other vulnerable populations.
Costco launches weight loss program for members
Costco members are now getting access to a weight loss program through Sesame. Through the program, they might be able to get highly coveted weight loss medications.
Amazon speeds up prescription delivery in NYC, LA
Amazon Pharmacy is launching same-day delivery to customers in the New York and greater Los Angeles areas as it tries to solidify its position in the health care sector.
Tennessee bill proposed would require pharmacies to inform customers of lowest prescription prices
Tennessee lawmakers have proposed a bill that would require pharmacies to inform customers of the lowest price available for their prescriptions.
Neti pots, nasal-rinsing devices linked to potentially deadly amoeba
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention released new data that potentially links neti pots and other nasal-rinsing devices to a dangerous amoeba.
Amazon Pharmacy will deliver Eli Lilly's Zepbound, other drugs to customers' doorsteps
Amazon Pharmacy is now a third-party dispensing provider for LillyDirect, the pharmaceutical company's telehealth platform, and gives patients access to more weight-loss drugs.
IVF: The financial burden families could face
The cost for fertility treatment in vitro fertilization can be exceptionally high. A single cycle can end up costing tens of thousands dollars.
Eli Lilly's campaign seeks to resolve weight-loss drug misconceptions
Eli Lilly is launching a campaign aimed at informing consumers about the seriousness of diabetes as a disease and the appropriate use of its weight-loss-related drugs.
Companies can claim yogurt reduces diabetes risk, FDA says
The FDA said it doesn't object to qualified claims that yogurt may reduce the risk of Type 2 diabetes. But companies have to be careful not to mislead consumers with their wording.
Cancer-causing chemical linked to popular acne products, lab says
An independent lab is warning the FDA of recent findings that certain benzoyl peroxide acne treatment products can form high levels of a chemical linked to cancer.
Some doctor’s offices are charging patients for administrative tasks: Here's why
Some doctors struggling to balance completing administrative tasks with patient care are charging for certain things like responding to lengthy patient emails.
Hackers behind UnitedHealth Group cyberattack reportedly identified
Blackcat, the ransomware group that has claimed responsibility for the cyberattack on UnitedHealth Group, says it stole records and personal information from millions of people.
Chlormequat: What is the chemical found in Cheerios, Quaker Oats?
The pesticide chlormequat is garnering attention after a study showed that it was prevalent in a number of oat-based foods, including Quaker Oats and Cheerios.