Flesh-eating screwworm outbreak escalates in West Texas; strict transport ban issued
Federal and state agricultural officials have confirmed that the number of New World screwworm cases in the United States has reached 27, prompting Texas authorities to issue a fresh round of emergency quarantine orders to combat the flesh-eating parasite's expansion in West Texas.
Federal and state agricultural officials have confirmed that the number of New World screwworm cases in the United States has reached 27, prompting Texas authorities to issue a fresh round of emergency quarantine orders to combat the flesh-eating parasite's expansion in West Texas.
AI may spot deadly heart risk in a routine ECG
UC Berkeley researchers say a new AI model found a hidden ECG signal that could help doctors identify more people at risk before sudden cardiac death.
UC Berkeley researchers say a new AI model found a hidden ECG signal that could help doctors identify more people at risk before sudden cardiac death.
Nearly 1 million bottles of heart and kidney medication recalled over foreign substance
Nearly one million bottles of heart and kidney medication have been recalled nationwide over the possibility of a "foreign substance," according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
Nearly one million bottles of heart and kidney medication have been recalled nationwide over the possibility of a "foreign substance," according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
Pasta salad recalled because it may actually be chicken salad
Thousands of pounds of what was labeled pasta salad were recalled over fears that what was sold was actually chicken salad. Any of the containers that turned out to be chicken salad would have two undeclared allergens, namely egg and milk, in them.
Thousands of pounds of what was labeled pasta salad were recalled over fears that what was sold was actually chicken salad. Any of the containers that turned out to be chicken salad would have two undeclared allergens, namely egg and milk, in them.
New blood test detects aggressive prostate cancer more accurately than PSA, study finds
A new study suggests the investigational Stockholm3 blood test may improve the early detection of aggressive prostate cancer compared with the standard PSA test.
A new study suggests the investigational Stockholm3 blood test may improve the early detection of aggressive prostate cancer compared with the standard PSA test.
These leafy greens could help protect your lungs, study suggests
Scientists have linked eating leafy green vegetables such as spinach, kale and broccoli to better lung health.
Scientists have linked eating leafy green vegetables such as spinach, kale and broccoli to better lung health.
Texas agricultural officials issue emergency quarantines across 21 counties for screwworm parasite
Federal and state agricultural officials have confirmed that the number of New World screwworm cases in the United States has reached 26, as Texas authorities issue a wave of emergency quarantine orders to contain the flesh-eating parasite's expansion into Deep South Texas.
Federal and state agricultural officials have confirmed that the number of New World screwworm cases in the United States has reached 26, as Texas authorities issue a wave of emergency quarantine orders to contain the flesh-eating parasite's expansion into Deep South Texas.
Most people taking statins face very low risk of serious muscle disorders, study finds
Researchers at the University of Oxford have developed a new calculator that predicts an individual's risk of developing serious muscle disorders from statin use.
Researchers at the University of Oxford have developed a new calculator that predicts an individual's risk of developing serious muscle disorders from statin use.
Doctors warn rapid weight loss from popular medications can cause back pain
Over 30 million Americans are using medications like Wegovy and Ozempic, but surgeons say rapid muscle loss is causing an unexpected side effect: back pain.
Over 30 million Americans are using medications like Wegovy and Ozempic, but surgeons say rapid muscle loss is causing an unexpected side effect: back pain.
Here's how often AI ‘doctors’ get things wrong, according to human experts
A new study reveals how AI is changing the game for online medical advice, but researchers urge caution before you self-diagnose.
A new study reveals how AI is changing the game for online medical advice, but researchers urge caution before you self-diagnose.
Advil, Tylenol or Aleve? Here's how to choose the right pain reliever
Acetaminophen, ibuprofen and naproxen may all relieve pain, but they are not interchangeable, according to a pharmacy expert.
Acetaminophen, ibuprofen and naproxen may all relieve pain, but they are not interchangeable, according to a pharmacy expert.
455 charged in health care fraud crackdown; schemes totaled over $6.5 billion
Over 400 people, including 90 medical professionals, were charged in connection with medical fraud schemes, the DOJ announced.
Over 400 people, including 90 medical professionals, were charged in connection with medical fraud schemes, the DOJ announced.
New World screwworm in Texas: New cases detected
The first case of New World screwworm in the United States was reported on June 3, 2026. Since then, the country has recorded 16 total cases across two states, all found in domestic animals rather than wildlife.
The first case of New World screwworm in the United States was reported on June 3, 2026. Since then, the country has recorded 16 total cases across two states, all found in domestic animals rather than wildlife.
New LSD-based drug eases depression symptoms in late-stage trial
The latest LSD-based drug was used in a clinical trial to support patients with major depression in an initial step in bringing the drug closer to Food and Drug Administration submission and review.
The latest LSD-based drug was used in a clinical trial to support patients with major depression in an initial step in bringing the drug closer to Food and Drug Administration submission and review.
This one question may reveal whether your body is getting the rest it needs, study finds
In a new study on sleep, researchers compared participants' answers with measures of sleep quality, sleep consistency and daytime functioning.
In a new study on sleep, researchers compared participants' answers with measures of sleep quality, sleep consistency and daytime functioning.
FDA alert: Thousands of bottles of blood pressure pills recalled over possible dissolution failure
Thousands of bottles of blood pressure medication distributed in the United States have been recalled, according to an FDA alert.
Thousands of bottles of blood pressure medication distributed in the United States have been recalled, according to an FDA alert.
M&M's set August launch for dye-free candies, with 2 colors absent
The legendary candy-maker faces a multimillion-dollar logistical nightmare trying to turn its iconic blue treats natural.
The legendary candy-maker faces a multimillion-dollar logistical nightmare trying to turn its iconic blue treats natural.
Boyle Heights warehouse fire: Crews work for 5th day in responding to 85M pound biohazard threat
Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass has issued a local emergency declaration as firefighters battle a persistent cold storage warehouse fire in Boyle Heights that threatens a major food-spoiling biohazard crisis.
Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass has issued a local emergency declaration as firefighters battle a persistent cold storage warehouse fire in Boyle Heights that threatens a major food-spoiling biohazard crisis.
Measles warning issued across DMV region following confirmed case
A confirmed case of measles has prompted health officials to issue a warning for residents across Washington D.C., Maryland, and Virginia.
A confirmed case of measles has prompted health officials to issue a warning for residents across Washington D.C., Maryland, and Virginia.
Health Department commits over $700 million to mental health and homelessness efforts
The Department of Health and Human Services plans to tackle the root causes of homelessness and mental health with millions of dollars allocated to expand local health clinics, recovery programs, and other initiatives.
The Department of Health and Human Services plans to tackle the root causes of homelessness and mental health with millions of dollars allocated to expand local health clinics, recovery programs, and other initiatives.