Pope Leo’s lung cancer had not spread, doctors confirm no further treatment needed

Pope Leo XIV does not need further treatment for lung cancer after follow-up tests confirmed the disease was localized, the Vatican said in a statement Wednesday.

FDA recalls GLP-1 drug, other injectable medication over sterility concerns

Apothecary Pharma is recalling 23 vials of compounded injectable drugs distributed nationwide because their sterility cannot be assured, according to the Food and Drug Administration.

Here's how much sleep doomscrolling is costing your kids

A new study supports what parents have long suspected: that their teens’ late-night smartphone sessions not only keep them up at night but also disrupt the next day. 

Doctors urge flu shots, as new strain raises concerns for younger people

Doctors are urging young people to get a flu shot, warning that an early rise in a new influenza strain poses an elevated risk for younger groups, including infants as young as 6 months.

Lung cancer can grow silently for years, here’s who qualifies for screening

Cancer can strike at any age, often without symptoms. For many cancers, routine screening remains the best way to detect the disease early and reduce the risk of death.

New protein ranking names unexpected winner over beef, salmon and eggs

A new analysis of 20 protein sources found that the top scorer wasn’t steak, salmon or eggs — it was an everyday food many shoppers may be overlooking.

Medicare open enrollment: Why premiums could increase for some enrollees

Medicare open enrollment is under way, with several changes on tap that could raise the cost of premiums, increase out-of-pocket caps and offer fewer drug coverage options for enrollees. 

Pope Leo returns to Vatican, four days after lung cancer surgery

Pope Leo XIV departed a Rome hospital where he underwent surgery for lung cancer to return to the Vatican amid a crowd of well-wishers, responding to a question on how he was by saying, “I am much better, thank you."

FDA clears use of AI tool designed to predict whether breast cancer will recur

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has given clearance for the use of an AI tool designed to help predict the chances that breast cancer will come back after treatment, the product’s maker says. 

Researchers test gene therapy as less invasive treatment for hydrocephalus

Researchers at the University of Cincinnati and the University of California, Davis, say an experimental gene therapy could offer a less invasive treatment for hydrocephalus, a condition in which excess fluid builds up in the brain.

Pope Leo undergoes blood tests, X-ray following cancer surgery, Vatican says

Pope Leo XIV underwent blood tests and a chest X-ray Wednesday following surgery to remove a small nodule on his lung, with his recovery going "as expected," the Vatican announced.

No streaks: Sunscreen ingredient used in Europe for 25 years now available in US

Americans can now purchase a newly approved sunscreen ingredient that has been popular in Europe since the 20th century as Neutrogena and other manufacturers release their first products in the U.S. containing bemotrizinol. 

Walmart to offer employees hundreds of free medications, including GLP-1s

Walmart is expanding its healthcare perks for its workers to cover more than 250 prescription medications for free. That includes GLP-1 drugs, offering savings.

CVS to pay $315M after settlement in DOJ lawsuit over controlled prescriptions

CVS Pharmacy will pay $315 million to settle federal allegations that the company illegally filled thousands of opioid prescriptions and then sought reimbursement from Medicare and other government health programs.