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Decrease Noted in Lung Cancer Cases Over Past Five Years
However, screening of high-risk individuals for lung cancer is still low at 5.8 percent nationally
Adults Lack Knowledge About Signs of Pancreatic Cancer
Pancreatic Cancer Action Network survey revealed knowledge gaps exist across ages, genders
CDC: Flu Has Started Early and With a Punch
United States has already seen 38,000 hospitalizations for flu; hospitals also treating high numbers of patients with RSV and COVID-19
New Pfizer Booster Shot Shows Protection Against Emerging Omicron Variants
In early data, new Pfizer COVID-19 boosters marshal antibodies against newer omicron variants
FDA: Patients Should Be Cautious When Using Online Pharmacies to Buy Meds
Red flags include pharmacies that do not require a doctor's prescription or have a licensed pharmacist to answer questions
Despite Pleas From Pediatric Groups, Biden Balks at Declaring RSV a Health Emergency
Emergency declaration would have allowed a more flexible response by pediatric practices and for FEMA assistance
Preterm Birth Rate Up in 2021 to 15-Year High
Rates increased for women of all races, earning nation D+ grade, according to the March of Dimes
FDA Approves First Lab-Grown Meat Product
Agency says environment-friendly chicken is safe to eat, although it is not yet fully approved for sale
FDA Moves Toward Making Overdose Antidote an Over-the-Counter Drug
If the overdose antidote drug naloxone becomes easier to obtain, it could save lives and help combat the U.S. opioid crisis
Walmart Offers $3 Billion to Settle Opioid Lawsuits
Walmart joins pharmacy chains Walgreen Co. and CVS Health in offering to settle the cases
