Health Sep 10 Unapproved tests and alternative treatments for Lyme disease are proliferating The complexity of diagnosing Lyme disease has given rise to an entire industry of unapproved tests and alternative treatments, including lasers, herbal remedies and electromagnets.
Health Aug 27 FDA approves updated COVID-19 shots with some restrictions for kids and adults The new shots from Pfizer, Moderna and Novavax are approved for all seniors. But the Food and Drug Administration narrowed their use for younger adults and children to those with at least one high-risk health condition, such as asthma or obesity.
Health Jul 29 WATCH: RFK Jr. and health officials announced crackdown on kratom-related products U.S. health officials are cracking down on an opioid-related ingredient being added to drinks, supplements and other products.
Health Jul 17 Juul can continue selling e-cigarettes as FDA says vaping benefits outweigh risks It's a major win for a company that has struggled for years after being widely blamed for sparking the teen vaping trend.
Health Jul 16 RFK Jr. suggests psychedelic therapy for depression and trauma has Trump administration’s support Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and other Trump officials are signaling their interest in approving psychedelic drugs for hard-to-treat mental health conditions.
Nation Jun 10 RFK Jr. aide attacks U.S. health system as corrupt while running company that promotes alternatives A top aide to Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has built a following by accusing the nation's top medical institutions of financial corruption.
Nation May 22 FDA advisers debate COVID vaccine recipe amid questions about fall shots Government vaccine advisers are meeting to decide if the recipe for COVID-19 vaccines needs updating for this fall and winter.
Health May 20 Trump officials say yearly COVID shots will no longer be approved for healthy adults and children The FDA said Tuesday annual COVID shots will still be regularly approved for seniors and younger people with increased health risks from the virus.
Health May 20 WATCH: RFK Jr. testifies on HHS budget request in Senate hearing HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. will testify before the Senate Appropriations Committee on Tuesday.
Health May 13 FDA and RFK Jr. aim to remove fluoride supplements used to protect kids’ teeth Previous scientific reviews have not shown any serious health risks with the fluoride-containing products.