FDA
Food
What Foods Use Red Dye No. 3—and Why Was It Just Banned?
Here’s when it could go into effect.
By Caroline Tien
Food
Cucumbers Linked to Salmonella Could Pose ‘Serious Adverse Health Consequences or Death’
They were discovered during an ongoing investigation into a recent outbreak of nearly 200 illnesses across 28 states.
By Caroline Tien
Sexual & Reproductive Health
Great News: We’re One Step Closer to Getting an OTC Birth Control Pill
It could be a game changer for people without insurance, in rural areas, or who are just plain busy.
By Maggie O'Neill
Breast Cancer
How to Tell If You Have Dense Breasts
It's not necessarily a bad thing, but you might need more than a mammogram to screen for cancer.
By Maggie O'Neill
COVID-19 (Coronavirus)
The FDA Is Considering a New COVID Vaccine Strategy—Here's What You Should Know
Bivalent shots—and a single annual dose—may eventually become the norm.
By Maggie O'Neill
Skin Health
The FDA Has Cracked Down on Amazon for Selling Unapproved Skin Tag Removal Products
Two other companies also received warnings for selling potentially harmful products.
By Maggie O'Neill
COVID-19 (Coronavirus)
The U.S. May Soon Have Access to Novavax, a Fourth COVID-19 Vaccine Option
Could Novavax boost vaccination levels?
By Maggie O'Neill
Infectious Diseases
Strawberries Linked to Hepatitis A Outbreak Recalled From Major Stores
It has caused 12 hospitalizations so far.
By Maggie O'Neill
Yeast Infections
The FDA Just Approved a First-of-Its-Kind Drug for Chronic Yeast Infections
In one clinical trial, it was found to be about 96% effective.
By Serena Coady
COVID-19 (Coronavirus)
FDA Approves Pfizer-BioNTech Booster Dose for Children Ages 5 to 11 as Cases Rise
Infectious disease experts explain what parents need to know.
By Maggie O'Neill
COVID-19 (Coronavirus)
Here’s Why the FDA Has Restricted Johnson & Johnson’s COVID-19 Vaccine
The update follows a similar CDC recommendation.
By Serena Coady
Health
The FDA Just Authorized Pfizer’s COVID-19 Vaccine for Kids Under 12
This is a major milestone.
By Sarah Jacoby
Health
Dr. Fauci Says It’s ‘Very Likely’ Vaccines for Kids Under 12 Will Be Available Soon
They could be right around the corner.
By Carolyn L. Todd
Health
Who Qualifies for COVID-19 Boosters Now? Here Are the New CDC Recommendations
If you're confused about boosters, read this.
By Sarah Jacoby
Health
Onions Were Linked to a Salmonella Outbreak in 37 States—Here’s What to Know
More than 650 people have gotten sick so far.
By Sarah Jacoby
Health
The FDA Just Authorized More COVID-19 Booster Shots—And Weighed In On the Mix and Match Strategy
Here’s who qualifies, according to the FDA.
By Carolyn L. Todd and Sarah Jacoby
Health
This Is the First E-Cigarette to Get an Official FDA Authorization
Three vape-related products got the green light.
By Sarah Jacoby
Health
These Popular At-Home Lip Fillers Can Cause Permanent Damage, the FDA Warns
Why these devices can be so dangerous.
By Carolyn L. Todd
Health
Who Qualifies for COVID-19 Booster Shots? The CDC Approved Them for These 4 Groups
What to know about the recs.
By Sarah Jacoby
Health
The FDA Authorized Pfizer COVID-19 Booster Shots for Some People
Here's what that means.
By Sarah Jacoby