Massachusetts medical diagnostic company execs accused of hiding lead test defect
Former-executives at Massachusetts-based Magellan Diagnostics, Inc. were charged this week for allegedly hiding a problem with lead tests that produced low results.
The 5 tech topics that are intriguing older Americans: report
Older adults from a Pennsylvania community are keeping their fingers on the pulse of these five tech-related areas, according to a report from The Wall Street Journal.
Eyedrop recall: FDA finds sterilization issues at Global Health Pharma facility
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) found several issues at Global Pharma Healthcare's facility in India where it manufactured the recently recalled eye drops.
The Laundress recalls fabric conditioner over carcinogen hazard
The Laundress – owned by Unilever – issued another recall for tens of thousands of products that may be contaminated with a carcinogen. This comes after a major December recall.
3 hospitalized amid outbreak of salmonella infections tied to flour
Federal health officials a multistate outbreak of salmonella infections tied to flour, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
Medical tourism: What's driving this phenomenon?
Medical tourism, both domestically and internationally, attracts millions of people every year, according to federal health officials. In many cases, the biggest driver is price.
53K Jetson scooters/hoverboards recalled over fire hazards after two reported deaths
Tens of thousands of 42-volt Jetson Rogue self-balancing scooters/hoverboards were recalled because they pose a fire hazard, according to the recall notice posted by the CPSC.
Spring, summer travelers encouraged to pack carbon monoxide alarms
The Consumer Product Safety Commission said spring and summer travelers should pack a carbon monoxide alarm with them on their trip as a safety precaution.
Hand sanitizers recalled for containing methanol
Jarman’s Midwest Cleaning Systems Inc. is voluntarily recalling its hand sanitizers after health officials discovered the presence of methanol during testing.
What is Goop? All about Gwyneth Paltrow's controversial shop
Gwyneth Paltrow's skiing accident trial is making headlines but her company, Goop, has dropped several products and backed certain beauty treatments that have gotten a lot of buzz.
Eye drop recall: Florida woman sues company after eye removed
A Florida woman is suing Global Pharma Healthcare after she says her eye had to be removed after using the EzriCare Artificial Tears. Now, she says she is legally blind.
Deadly fungus and companies with potential treatment
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved Cidara Therapeutics and Melinta Therapeutics' antifungal drug for patients with little to no other options.
Eyedrop recall: Two more people die amid outbreak of bacteria
Three people have died from an outbreak of drug-resistant bacteria that's been tied to recently recalled eyedrops, according to federal health officials.
Moderna COVID vaccines expected to cost $130
Moderna plans to charge $130 for a single dose of its COVID vaccine, according to a recent report. That's in line with what Pfizer said it would for its version.
Perrigo recalls baby formula over possible cronobacter sakazakii contamination
Perrigo issued a voluntary recall for certain lots of Gerber formula due to the potential presence of cronobacter sakazakii, according to federal health officials.
A shortage of mental health workers has created a healthcare crisis
The shortage of mental health workers has increased over time. Now the Department of Health and Human Services says by 2025, we will have 10,000 less workers in this field that needed.
Ikea recalls over 22K mirrors due to laceration hazard
Ikea initiated a recall for 22,400 LETTAN mirrors after receiving numerous reports that the mirror's plastic fittings, which attach it to the wall, have been breaking.
Nurtec ODT recall: Pfizer to develop new packaging after product didn't meet child-resistant requirements
Pfizer is recalling 4.2 million packages of Nurtec ODT 75 mg orally disintegrating tablets for failing to meet child-resistant requirements, according to safety regulators.
Novo Nordisk to lower insulin prices by 75%
Novo Nordisk announced plans Tuesday to lower the cost of several of its insulin products by up to 75% for people living with Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes.
Purina recalls more dog food over potentially elevated levels of vitamin D
Nestlé Purina PetCare Company is recalling more of its prescription dog food after discovering a supplier issue that may have led to elevated levels of vitamin D.

















