Food recalls soar in the last five years - See what states have been impacted the most
Food recalls trended higher over the past five years and now sit 20 percent higher than they were at the start of the decade. On top of that, the most serious type of recall – Class I – is the one growing the fastest.
Food recalls trended higher over the past five years and now sit 20 percent higher than they were at the start of the decade. On top of that, the most serious type of recall – Class I – is the one growing the fastest.
Pig semen eye drops may treat rare childhood eye cancer, study says
Researchers have created experimental eye drops that use a molecule derived from pig semen that could treat a rare form of eye cancer, according to a recent study.
Researchers have created experimental eye drops that use a molecule derived from pig semen that could treat a rare form of eye cancer, according to a recent study.
Kidney disease may trigger rare, potentially fatal brain virus, study says
A recent case study found a possible new trigger for a dangerous, and sometimes fatal, virus that could be laying dormant in up to 90% of people.
A recent case study found a possible new trigger for a dangerous, and sometimes fatal, virus that could be laying dormant in up to 90% of people.
Kratom poisonings spikes, what you need to know about the herbal drug
An increasingly popular herbal supplement that has already been banned in several states has recently exploded in reported use and led to a massive spike in exposure reports to U.S. poison control centers.
An increasingly popular herbal supplement that has already been banned in several states has recently exploded in reported use and led to a massive spike in exposure reports to U.S. poison control centers.
Healthiest and unhealthiest cities in the US - See where your city ranks
A new WalletHub analysis of more than 180 major U.S. cities finds that where you live can significantly impact your health, sometimes as much as diet and exercise habits.
A new WalletHub analysis of more than 180 major U.S. cities finds that where you live can significantly impact your health, sometimes as much as diet and exercise habits.
Easter and Passover food safety tips: How to reduce the risk of foodborne illness
Families and friends will be gathering around the dinner table to mark Easter, Passover, Mother’s Day, and other occasions. With so many people cooking these at home, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) wants to ensure they know how to prepare them to avoid contamination by foodborne bacteria.
Families and friends will be gathering around the dinner table to mark Easter, Passover, Mother’s Day, and other occasions. With so many people cooking these at home, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) wants to ensure they know how to prepare them to avoid contamination by foodborne bacteria.
How GLP-1 drugs affect eye health
President of the American Optometric Association Dr. Jacquie Bowen joins Fox 5 to talk about the affects GLP-1 has on eye health.
President of the American Optometric Association Dr. Jacquie Bowen joins Fox 5 to talk about the affects GLP-1 has on eye health.
Sleeping 11 minutes longer each night shows surprising health benefit, study finds
New research suggests that improving heart health may be less about drastic lifestyle changes and more about small, consistent daily habits.
New research suggests that improving heart health may be less about drastic lifestyle changes and more about small, consistent daily habits.
Tuberculosis cases rising in US as doctors warn of 'rebound effect'
Tuberculosis - nicknamed "white plague" from the pale appearance of those affected with the disease - has been rising in the U.S. since the pandemic, health officials have warned.
Tuberculosis - nicknamed "white plague" from the pale appearance of those affected with the disease - has been rising in the U.S. since the pandemic, health officials have warned.
NASA astronaut reveals what prompted space station evacuation
NASA astronaut Mike Fincke prompted the first medical evacuation earlier this year from the International Space Station. He’s doing fine today and sharing details of what happened.
NASA astronaut Mike Fincke prompted the first medical evacuation earlier this year from the International Space Station. He’s doing fine today and sharing details of what happened.
CDC issues travel alert for dengue fever: See where it's spreading
The CDC is urging travelers to take preventative measures as dengue fever cases rise in more than a dozen countries.
The CDC is urging travelers to take preventative measures as dengue fever cases rise in more than a dozen countries.
Texas fugitive gets prison for $61M in Medicare fraud involving foot baths, genetic tests
A Texas man who fled after pleading guilty to a multimillion-dollar Medicare fraud scheme has been sentenced to more than a decade in prison.
A Texas man who fled after pleading guilty to a multimillion-dollar Medicare fraud scheme has been sentenced to more than a decade in prison.
New bill would require training for first responders to assist people with autism
A new bill introduced in Maryland could ease some parents' worst nightmare. It would require specific training for first responders when it comes to children or even adults who wander off from safety. FOX 5's Homa Bash reports.
A new bill introduced in Maryland could ease some parents' worst nightmare. It would require specific training for first responders when it comes to children or even adults who wander off from safety. FOX 5's Homa Bash reports.
New COVID-19 variant spreading through multiple states: What to know
BA.3.2, a new COVID-19 variant, has been detected in wastewater samples from 25 states. The variant has mutations that could evade immunity from a previous infection or vaccination.
BA.3.2, a new COVID-19 variant, has been detected in wastewater samples from 25 states. The variant has mutations that could evade immunity from a previous infection or vaccination.
Exercise-boosted liver enzyme tied to Alzheimer’s protection, study finds
Researchers at UC San Francisco have discovered how exercise may help protect the brain and reduce the risk of Alzheimer’s disease.
Researchers at UC San Francisco have discovered how exercise may help protect the brain and reduce the risk of Alzheimer’s disease.
Meta violated child safety laws, jury says: What this means for social media
A New Mexico jury ruled Tuesday that social media giant Meta harms children’s mental health and violates state consumer protection laws.
A New Mexico jury ruled Tuesday that social media giant Meta harms children’s mental health and violates state consumer protection laws.
Bodybuilding legend Lee Haney in need of kidney transplant
Eight-time Mr. Olympia Lee Haney is facing his toughest challenge yet: a search for a living kidney donor. After managing a chronic condition for nearly 30 years, the 66-year-old bodybuilding icon is calling on his global community to help him find a lifesaving match.
Eight-time Mr. Olympia Lee Haney is facing his toughest challenge yet: a search for a living kidney donor. After managing a chronic condition for nearly 30 years, the 66-year-old bodybuilding icon is calling on his global community to help him find a lifesaving match.
Barry Manilow reveals how routine doctor visit for hip pain uncovered hidden cancer diagnosis
The legendary performer, 82, revealed that what began as minor discomfort ultimately led to a stage 1 lung cancer diagnosis — discovered only because of a doctor’s instinct to look deeper.
The legendary performer, 82, revealed that what began as minor discomfort ultimately led to a stage 1 lung cancer diagnosis — discovered only because of a doctor’s instinct to look deeper.
These are the safest hospitals in Maryland and Virginia: report
Healthgrades' 2026 Patient Safety Excellence Awards named 438 hospitals in 40 states that rank among the top 10% nationwide for patient safety.
Healthgrades' 2026 Patient Safety Excellence Awards named 438 hospitals in 40 states that rank among the top 10% nationwide for patient safety.
USDA issues alert for ground beef over possible metal contamination
The U.S. Department of Agriculture has issued a public health alert for certain grass-fed ground beef sold in several states due to possible metal contamination.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture has issued a public health alert for certain grass-fed ground beef sold in several states due to possible metal contamination.