Popular weight-loss drugs may play surprising role in cancer outcomes

As GLP-1 medications continue reshaping the treatment of obesity and diabetes, researchers are also investigating whether the drugs could influence cancer risk and outcomes.

VA hospitals across the country earn high ratings for providing quality care to veterans - See which ones

When it comes to caring for veterans, 87 Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) hospitals across the country have received high ratings in the latest Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) hospital rankings report.

FDA approves first mRNA flu vaccine, but CDC has yet to recommend it

The FDA has approved mFlusiva, the first mRNA flu vaccine, for adults ages 50 to 64, but the CDC has not added it to its recommended list amid legal uncertainties and disruptions to the federal vaccine review process.

People are ditching their vapes only to pick up another surprising habit

E-cigarettes have long been used as an alternative to traditional smoking, but public health data suggests some adults trying to quit vaping are turning back to cigarettes.

Modified HIV drug could reverse vision loss, paralysis from MS, study suggests

An experimental drug reversed vision loss and paralysis in mice with MS-like symptoms, prompting researchers to explore its potential for human treatment.

Bat found in Cedar Park tests positive for rabies

A bat found Wednesday in Cedar Park has tested positive for rabies, city officials say.

One daily serving of ultra-processed food linked to higher disease risk

A large-scale study found that eating an additional 3½ ounces of ultra-processed food daily was associated with higher risks of cardiovascular events, cancer, death from any cause, metabolic syndrome and diabetes.

Thyroid medication recall upgraded to FDA's highest risk level

A thyroid medication that was recalled last month because it’s potentially “superpotent" has been upgraded to the Food and Drug Administration’s highest risk level.

FDA-endorsed blood test can spot early signs of more than 50 types of cancer, drugmaker says

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) endorsed a blood test designed to spot early signs of dozens of cancers despite concerns about how definitive the test’s results may be, the Associated Press reported.

FDA approves Eli Lilly's once-a-week insulin injection for type 2 diabetes treatment

Adults with type 2 diabetes will have a new alternative to daily insulin injections now that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved a new once-a-week insulin injection. 

‘Miracle on the Hudson’ hero Sully Sullenberger reveals Alzheimer’s warning signs he missed years ago

Captain Chesley "Sully" Sullenberger, the former airline pilot celebrated worldwide for safely landing US Airways Flight 1549 on the Hudson River in 2009, is taking on a new mission to raise awareness about the early signs of Alzheimer’s disease.

Vaccination guidelines for flu, COVID-19 and RSV
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Medical organizations have offered some new guidance and Dr. Pradeep Kumar breaks down all the recommendations and has advice on what to do.

Fall allergy season has gotten longer since 1970: Here's where it's worst

Ragweed allergy season is getting longer thanks to human-induced climate change, a new report says. That's bad news for some 50 million Americans who suffer from fall allergies.

Supreme Court declines to intervene in surrogate custody dispute over baby born in Texas

The U.S. Supreme Court will not block a California judgment recognizing a couple as the legal parents of a child born in Texas after a surrogate refused their request to terminate the pregnancy.

Trump administration halts Obamacare enrollment for 760,000, citing suspected fraud

The Trump administration is halting Obamacare enrollment for more than 760,000 people it believes were fraudulently signed up, a move Vice President JD Vance said could save taxpayers $2.2 billion.

Passionate sports fans and mental health
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Whether you're watching it live in person and just sitting at home on your couch, cheering on for your favorite team or player does more than just boost your adrenaline. FOX Medical Team's Deena Centofanti explains.