This major city is introducing paid menstrual leave for female public workers

A major city has introduced a new policy granting female public employees up to two days of paid menstrual leave each month, aiming to improve worker well-being and productivity.

RFK Jr. overstepped legal authority on transgender care for minors, judge rules

A federal judge said that Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. had overreached by issuing a declaration that called gender-transition medical treatments unsafe and ineffective for young people experiencing gender dysphoria.

90,000 bottles of children's ibuprofen recalled nationwide, FDA says

Thousands of bottles of children’s ibuprofen have been recalled after complaints of a “foreign substance." Here’s what to know.

Annual CDC mobile lung screenings for coal miners begins in April across several states See where

The annual Centers for Disease Control (CDC) ​​National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) black lung screenings for coal miners will start in April across several states.

These states ranks as the best places for doctors in 2026, data suggests

A new WalletHub analysis finds that where doctors choose to practice can significantly affect their pay, workload and overall job satisfaction.

DOJ and VA to work together to protect vulnerable veterans

Protecting our nation's vulnerable veterans is now the focus of a joint effort by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and the Department of Justice (DOJ) thanks to a new memorandum of understanding (MOU).

Effects of parent stress on childhood obesity
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Childhood obesity has been increasing in recent years and a new study finds that parent stress may be quietly behind it. FOX Medical Team's Dr. Mike talks about the findings.

Study suggests Vitamin D may help lower risk of long COVID symptoms

Vitamin D supplements may offer researchers a new clue about lingering COVID symptoms that persist after infection, according to a new study.

Norovirus outbreak sickens 153 passengers, crew on Caribbean cruise ship

More than 150 people onboard a Princess Cruises ship became ill with norovirus during a Caribbean voyage this week, according to the CDC.

Insulin devices recalled over leak risk, reports of 'serious adverse events'

An insulin pump maker is recalling certain pods that can fail to fully infuse insulin in the body. The recall comes after 18 reports of “serious adverse events."

Some water beads 'illegal' in US as federal safety rules go into effect

Thousands of children in the United States have been injured by water beads, a dangerous toy that is being targeted by new federal safety standards.

Colon cancer rising in younger adults
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It's the third most common cancer diagnosed in the U.S. and a new report shows nearly half of the new cases are now happening in adults under 65. Dr. Pradeep Kumar shares some insight.

Dragonfly Scan: Advanced imaging to detect illness
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A new wellness center in Austin is using advanced imaging to look for early signs of serious illness, sometimes years before symptoms appear. Atiana San Miguel shows us what patients can expect.

Too much red meat increases diabetes risk?
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Eating a lot of red meat, especially processed varieties, may increase the likelihood of developing diabetes. FOX Medical Team's Dr. Mike talks about the findings.