Is ‘contraception jewelry’ about to have a moment?
It’s an idea that builds on existing skin patch technology to give people more contraceptive choice, but experts have concerns…
Parents bring newborns to ER for many non-urgent reasons
(Reuters Health) – One of the hardest things about being a new parent is figuring out when babies are so…
Kentucky cheerleader, 13, who died after falling ill at competition had ‘underlying strep infection,’ family says
A Kentucky cheerleader who died after she fell ill at a cheerleading competition in February had an “underlying strep infection,”…
U.S. measles outbreak raises questions about immunity in adults
(Reuters) – Adults in the United States who were vaccinated against measles decades ago may need a new dose depending…
Why a teen was diagnosed with hepatitis after adding green tea to diet
A 16-year-old girl developed acute hepatitis about three months after adding Chinese green tea to her daily diet, states a…
Top Kansas court rules state constitution protects abortion rights
(Reuters) – The Kansas Supreme Court ruled on Friday that the state’s constitution protects a woman’s right to an abortion…
E. coli outbreak linked to ground beef sickens nearly 180 people across 10 states, CDC says
The E.coli outbreak linked to raw ground beef products has now sickened 177 people across 10 states, the Centers for…
FDA approves expanded label for Regeneron/Sanofi’s cholesterol drug
(Reuters) – The U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Friday approved Regeneron Pharmaceuticals Inc’s cholesterol drug Praluent as a treatment…
Kids II recalls nearly 700,000 sleeping rockers after 5 infants die
Just weeks after Fisher-Price recalled nearly 5 million sleeping rockers due to infant deaths, another brand — Kids II —…
U.S. judge blocks new Trump abortion rule for health clinics
(Reuters) – A federal judge in Washington state on Thursday blocked a Trump administration rule that would prohibit taxpayer-funded family…
Can elderberries help fight flu symptoms? New study explains how ‘ancient remedy’ allegedly works
The potential benefits of eating elderberries when you have the flu — especially to fight off symptoms of the nasty…
Trump says he is holding big Pharma accountable in opioid fight
ATLANTA (Reuters) – U.S. President Donald Trump touted progress in the fight against opioid abuse on Wednesday and promised to…
Some teens who vape nicotine don’t realize they’re ingesting the chemical, study suggests
Teens who vape may not realize how much nicotine they are consuming — if they are aware they’re consuming it…
U.S. measles cases at highest since elimination in 2000: CDC
An illustration provides a 3D graphical representation of a spherical-shaped, measles virus particle studded with glycoprotein tubercles in this handout…
Voice analysis software may help diagnose PTSD in veterans
Voice analysis software can help detect post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in veterans based on their speech, a study suggests. Doctors…
Walgreens, Rite Aid set minimum age to sell tobacco products at 21 years
(Reuters) – Drugstore retailers Walgreens Boots Alliance Inc and Rite Aid Corp will no longer sell tobacco products to customers…
Patient’s request for pizza on hospital window gets great response
A patient’s “window request” for pizza was more than answered this weekend after more than a dozen pies showed up…
Medicare offers to partially raise payment for cancer CAR-Ts
(Reuters) – The U.S. Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services will slightly increase coverage for expensive CAR-T cell therapies administered…
Texas woman receives gonorrhea diagnosis after rash erupts on hands, body
A 20-year-old woman in Dallas, Tex., rushed to the hospital after waking one morning with a bumpy rash on her…
U.S. brings first criminal case against major drug distributor over opioids
NEW YORK (Reuters) – The U.S. government on Tuesday filed its first criminal charges against a major drug distributor and…
Dad dies days after complaining of swollen tonsils while on vacation
A dad collapsed and died after reportedly contracting tonsillitis while coming back from a trip because his “throat swelled up…
China finds more cases of African swine fever on Hainan island
BEIJING (Reuters) – China has detected new cases of African swine fever in six farms across four locations in Hainan…
How an infant’s tumor had fully formed teeth inside
A 4-month-old baby boy was found with a rare brain tumor, but that wasn’t the only unique factor of the…
Merck’s Keytruda wins FDA approval as combination therapy for kidney cancer
FILE PHOTO: The Merck logo is seen at a gate to the Merck & Co campus in Linden, New Jersey,…
Nebraska man’s rapid heartbeat stabilizes after ambulance hits pothole: report
Who said potholes are bad? Paramedics near Omaha last Monday were racing to a hospital to save a 59-year-old man…
CDC reports 71 new measles cases in a week
FILE PHOTO: A general view of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) headquarters in Atlanta, Georgia September 30,…
Blankets, bed-sharing common in accidental baby suffocations
CHICAGO – Accidental suffocation is a leading cause of injury deaths in U.S. infants and common scenarios involve blankets, bed-sharing…
Higher state minimum wage tied to lower suicide rates
(Reuters Health) – Suicide rates grow more slowly in states that increase their minimum wage, according to a U.S. study…
Skipping breakfast, eating late dinners could be deadly for heart attack survivors, study finds
Skipping breakfast and eating dinner close to bedtime could be a deadly decision — especially for those who have already…
Second death in Novartis gene therapy trials under investigation
(Reuters) – Novartis AG, which this week announced positive interim trial results for its experimental gene therapy for spinal muscular…
NYC measles outbreak: First vaccination fines, 4 more schools shut down
New York City’s Board of Health is issuing civil summonses for three parents who didn’t comply with the mandatory measles…
Lower dose of Pfizer-Lilly painkiller misses main goals in late stage study
(Reuters) – A lower dose of non-opioid painkiller developed by Pfizer Inc and Eli Lilly and Co failed to meet…
Lower dose of Pfizer-Lilly painkiller misses main goals in late stage study
(Reuters) – A lower dose of non-opioid painkiller developed by Pfizer Inc and Eli Lilly and Co failed to meet…
Google worker infected with measles visited California campus
The infected “Googler,” entered the building in Mountain View on April 4. (Fox News) A worker infected with measles visited…
Most diabetes apps lack real-time advice on blood sugar management
(Reuters Health) – Hundreds of smartphone apps promise to make managing diabetes easier, but very few offer real-time guidance on…
Mom spots daughter’s eye cancer after noticing odd glimmer in photo
An Oregon mother’s careful attention to detail may have saved her then-2-year-old daughter’s life after she noticed an odd glimmer…
In some states, sexting could land teens in jail for a long time
(Reuters Health) – Sexting – the texting of sexual images – is increasingly common among teens, but in nearly half…
Some Chewy Chips Ahoy 13-oz. cookie packages recalled: officials
Select packages of Chewy Chips Ahoy cookies were recalled over the weekend due to the possible presence of “an unexpected…
New ‘added sugars’ labeling could save money and improve health
(Reuters Health) – The Food and Drug Administration’s new mandatory rules requiring labels on all packaged foods and drinks to…
‘Superbug’ germs found all over hospital patients’ hands: study
Every corner of the hospital prominently features hand sinks, hand sanitizer stations and reminders to wash regularly. And while health…
Financial scam victims have higher risk of Alzheimer’s
(Reuters Health) – Older adults who are victims of financial scams may be more likely to develop dementia and Alzheimer’s…
Tips on how Meghan Markle and other soon-to-be mothers can prepare for labor
Physical therapist gives Meghan Markle advice on how to prepare for labor Meghan Markle is reportedly due to have her…
U.S. measles cases surge nearly 20 percent in early April, CDC says
(Reuters) – The number of confirmed cases of measles in the United States this year jumped by nearly 20 percent…
Measles cases in NYC rise to 329, outbreak expected to worsen
NEW YORK CITY – The number of confirmed measles cases in New York City has increased to 329 since October,…
Catalent seeks slice of gene therapy market with Paragon buy
(Reuters) – Contract drugmaker Catalent Inc said on Monday it would buy privately held Paragon Bioservices Inc for $1.2 billion…
Forcing a smile at work linked to heavy drinking: study
Employees who work in the public eye who force themselves to smile for customers or hide feelings of annoyance may…
FDA pulls up Walmart, Kroger, others for selling tobacco to minors
FILE PHOTO: A Walmart sign is pictured at one of their stores in Mexico City, Mexico March 28, 2019. REUTERS/Edgard…
Woman left with ‘four eyebrows’ after botched microblading procedure
A single mom has revealed that she was dumped after a botched microblading treatment left her with four eyebrows. Jami…
Caito Foods recalls fresh cut melon over Salmonella outbreak
(Reuters) – An Indianapolis food company has voluntarily recalled fresh cut melon produced at its facility after reports of nearly…
Fisher-Price ‘Rock ‘n Play Sleepers’ officially recalled after infant deaths
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) officially recalled 4.7 million Fisher-Price “Rock ‘n Play Sleepers” Tuesday after reports of…
Teen cigarette smoking declining more slowly in rural U.S.
(Reuters Health) – The odds of smoking for U.S. adolescents are 50 percent higher in rural areas than in urban…
Health officials warn against rapidly tapering down opioids for pain patients: ‘It’s a game-changer’
Federal agencies behind efforts to address the nation’s harrowing opioid epidemic took major steps this week to address a brewing…
Marijuana may improve women’s enjoyment of sex
(Reuters Health) – About one-third of U.S. women have used marijuana before sex, a small study suggests, and those who…
Father, son charged with selling infected body parts on black market
A father and son from Illinois have been federally charged in Michigan for allegedly selling body parts infected with diseases…
More U.S. states push ahead with near-bans on abortion for Supreme court challenge
(Reuters) – North Dakota Republican Governor Doug Burgum signed legislation on Wednesday making it a crime for doctors to perform…
Dogs sniff out lung cancer from blood samples with 97 percent accuracy, study claims
A new study presented on Monday has found that beagles can be trained to detect lung cancer from human blood…
Bernie Sanders puts focus on healthcare with Medicare for All bill
WASHINGTON (Reuters) – U.S. Senator Bernie Sanders unveiled the latest version of his ambitious “Medicare-for-All” plan on Wednesday, moving the…
Brain zaps boost memory in people over 60, study finds
Zapping the brains of people over 60 with a mild electrical current improved a form of memory enough that they…
Up to 1 in 13 boys in U.S. have sex before adolescence
While it’s possible that as many as one in 13 boys in the U.S. have sex before reaching their teens,…
How new cancer ‘vaccine’ fights tumors throughout the body
The researchers say that the experimental therapy essentially turns tumors into “cancer vaccine factories,” where immune cells learn to recognize…