US health panel loosens restrictions for controversial peptides popular online
The vote marks a win for Health Secretary Robert F Kennedy who has said he's a big fan of the drugs, which haven't been well studied for human use.
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Singer Nivea Shares Cancer Diagnosis at 44
Nivea is getting candid about her cancer journey. The "Don't Mess With My Man" singer (born Nivea B. Hamilton) shared an update about her health after being diagnosed with leukemia earlier this...
FDA Panel Supports Lifting Restrictions on Four Peptides
In an all-day hearing, the agency’s scientists argued against allowing broad access to unproven drugs that the agency had banned three years ago.
FDA panel recommends controversial treatments
A controversial new FDA panel recommendation could affect the sale of peptides—popular treatments marketed for benefits ranging from muscle growth to weight loss. NBC News’ Anne Thompson explains why not everyone thinks they’re a good idea.
US health panel recommends easing restrictions on controversial peptides
Vote from advisory group – whose members include people linked to peptides industry – likely to embolden RFK Jr A panel of federal health advisers on Thursday narrowly recommended easing access to several peptides popular with wellness influencers and celebrities, despite warnings from government...
Doctor Shares 3 Ways to Lower Your Risk of Getting Lung Cancer
Dr. Kim Sandler, the director of the Vanderbilt Lung Screening Program, shared three simple things women can do to lower their risk of lung cancer. Sandler joined "Healthful" with Anne Wojcicki, the former CEO of 23andMe, and Shira Kupperman Boehler.
Actor Tyler Mane’s Diagnosis Exposed a Health Reality Most Men Ignore. Search Data Shows Interest Is Exploding
A 131 percent spike in searches reveals growing awareness around male breast cancer, but experts warn men are still missing critical early warning signs.
FDA advisory committee votes to add popular peptide BPC-157 to drug compounding list
An FDA advisory committee voted on Thursday to add the popular peptide BPC-157 to a drug compounding list.
Hundreds hospitalized in Japan heat wave 'disaster'
More than 450 people received hospital treatment for heat-related issues in a single day in Tokyo—the highest number since records began 16 years ago, emergency services said Thursday.
FDA says new cyclospora outbreak linked to unspecified product
Federal health officials said they've identified a new outbreak of the cyclospora parasite, but the source hasn't been specified.
Poorest children in England 40% more likely to be hospitalised for lung infections
Exclusive: Analysis of NHS England data reveals stark impact of air pollution in deprived areas Children living in the poorest areas across England are 40% more likely to be admitted to hospital for respiratory infections, an analysis of NHS England data shows, with experts raising the alarm on t...
Why health officials do not have a good handle on the current Ebola outbreak
To get slightly ahead of the virus, health officials need to quickly identify people at risk of infection, a practice known as contact tracing. That's a challenge in the Democratic Republic of Congo.
FDA panel considers easing peptide restrictions
Advisers to the Food and Drug Administration are weighing the evidence for seven different peptides. Favorable votes would pave the way for easier access.
The White House pushes healthy eating. It cut a landmark nutrition education program
Nutrition advocates and public health experts are mystified by the decision to eliminate SNAP-Ed, given the Trump administration's embrace of the Make America Healthy Again agenda.
Alarm over hospital lung admissions for children in England’s poorest postcodes
Exclusive: Analysis of NHS England data reveals stark impact of air pollution in deprived areas Children living in the poorest areas across England are 40% more likely to be admitted to hospital for respiratory infections, an analysis of NHS England data shows, with experts raising the alarm on t...
‘I would rather be poor’: man says money cannot compensate for partner’s death after failed cancer diagnosis
Exclusive: Darren Rosheski won NHS payout over partner Helen Dutton’s death from rectal cancer after GP misjudged her symptoms “I remember the doctor, after he’d examined Helen and found a large lump in her colon, saying ‘it’s very sinister – we need to bring you in to be investigated. ” Darren R...
What Trump's generic drug tariffs could mean, according to experts
Health policy experts say higher import duties could increase costs and strain supplies while offering no guarantee manufacturers will shift production to the U. S.
What false positive cyclospora test means for outbreak, according to former FDA medical officer
The FDA is still hunting for the source of the cyclosporiasis outbreak after earlier test results proved to be a false positive. Dr. David Acheson, who has more than 40 years of medical and food safety experience, joins CBS News to discuss the issue.