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Public health, medicine and healthcare policy. Study findings are traced to the registered trial or the published paper itself, and drug and device actions to the federal recall record.
NIH Study Links Brown Fat to Lower Anxiety
An NIH-funded study linked higher brown fat activity to lower anxiety and depression in over 100,000 patients. The research also found the drug losartan boosts brown fat activity in mice.
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Sterling Recalls 750,000 Eye Products for Sterility
Sterling Pharmaceutical Services recalled nearly 750,000 eye-care products on Aug. 20 due to sterility concerns. The FDA classified the action as Class II, warning that use could cause temporary health issues.
CMS Awards $10 Billion to States for Rural Health
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services awarded $10 billion in initial funding to all 50 states in late 2025. This allocation represents a 53% increase in federal support compared to 2024 Medicaid spending on rural hospitals.
Frutas y Hortalizas Expands Berry Recall for E. Coli
Frutas y Hortalizas del Sur S.A. expanded its frozen berry recall on October 2 due to potential E. coli contamination. The action covers Great Value and Trader Joe's products distributed across 30 states and Puerto Rico.
PepsiCo Recalls 122,021 Gatorade Cases for Undeclared Dyes
PepsiCo recalled 122,021 cases of Gatorade in September 2024 due to undeclared Yellow No. 5 and Yellow No. 6 dyes. The Class II recall affects products distributed across 37 states and carries a risk of allergic reactions.
FDA Seeks Input on Ibogaine Trial Design
The FDA requested information on designing early-phase clinical trials for ibogaine drug products. The agency seeks comments, data, and information on dose selection and safety monitoring with comments due November 20, 2026.
GAO Report Finds Lower Payments at Owned Pharmacies
The GAO reported on October 5, 2026, that owned pharmacies received lower payments for most common drugs. In 2023, these pharmacies saw cost sharing up to $340 higher for some high-payment medications.
FDA Classifies U.S. Hereditary Cancer DNA Test as Class II
The FDA classified a hereditary cancer DNA test system as Class II with special controls on October 5, 2026. This action mandates accuracy thresholds of at least 99.0 percent to ensure reliable clinical results.
Medical Groups Issue 2026 Vaccine Guidelines
Medical groups issued independent 2026 vaccine guidelines after the CDC failed to update advice. These recommendations cover flu, COVID-19, and RSV shots for children and adults.
US Teens Face Late Colorectal Cancer Diagnosis in Study
A study finds 80% of US teens with colorectal cancer had late-stage disease. Researchers report 45.2% of the 84 patients died while incidence rates rise sharply. The median age of patients was 16.5 years old and about 37% experienced a recurrence.
San Diego State Football Team Reports 14 Mumps Cases
San Diego County officials confirmed 14 mumps cases within the San Diego State football team as of Wednesday.
Boston Children's Hospital IDs FAH as Breast Cancer Drug Resistance Driver
Researchers identified FAH as a driver of resistance to CDK4/6 inhibitors in breast cancer. The finding suggests nuclear FAH could serve as a biomarker for treatment failure.
Alliance A071801 Trial Finds Survival Gain
The Alliance A071801 trial found fractionated radiosurgery improved median survival to 29 months versus 20 months for single-fraction treatment.
CDC Reports Two Measles Deaths as Cases Top 3,600 in U.S.
The CDC reported two measles-associated deaths and over 3,600 confirmed cases in the U.S. as of late September 2026. Each case costs the public health system an average of $58,600 to contain.
Will Reeve Announces He Is Cancer-Free After Treatment
ABC News anchor Will Reeve stated on September 8, 2026, that he is cancer-free following treatment for testicular cancer.
Pennsylvania Reports Four Measles Deaths During Data Dispute
Pennsylvania reports four measles deaths while the CDC excludes them from national counts. Governor Josh Shapiro and Health Secretary Robert F Kennedy Jr dispute the cause of these fatalities.
Sierra Nevada Recalls All Graziers Raw Milk Cheese
Sierra Nevada Cheese Company recalled all Graziers raw milk cheese on Sept. 25, 2026, following an E. coli outbreak. The outbreak has sickened 13 people across nine states, resulting in eight hospitalizations.
Mezzetta Recalls Peperoncini After Viral Video Shows Pest
G. L. Mezzetta Inc. recalled 32-ounce jars of Golden Greek Peperoncini after a video circulated on social media showing a potential pest contaminant. The recall affects lot 720106 sold at retailers including H-E-B, Walmart, and Target in Houston.
FDA Approves Emcitate for MCT8 Deficiency Treatment
The FDA approved Emcitate on September 28, 2026, to treat peripheral thyrotoxicosis in patients with MCT8 deficiency. The drug will be commercially available in the U.S. within eight to ten weeks.
Maui Residents Show High Metal Levels After Fires
University of Hawaii researchers found elevated metal concentrations in 1,400 adults after the 2023 Maui wildfires. Antimony levels were nearly 40 times higher than national benchmarks in some participants.
ABC Trading Recalls 43,674 Toys for Battery Hazard
ABC Trading Inc. recalls 43,674 light-up toys due to accessible battery compartments. Ingested batteries can cause internal burns or death, though no injuries are reported.
FDA Approves Weekly Onswik Insulin for Type 2 Diabetes
The FDA approved Eli Lilly's Onswik, a weekly basal insulin for adults with type 2 diabetes. The drug reduces annual injections by over 300 compared to daily regimens.
CDC Report Shows Youth Mental Health Gains, Omits Data
The CDC released its 2025 Youth Risk Behavior Survey showing declines in sadness and suicide plans. The survey excluded data on smoking, violence, and LGBTQ demographics to comply with federal directives.
CDC Delay Limits Vaccine Access for Children
A CDC delay in the Vaccine for Children program restricts vaccine orders for millions of kids. Eleven states and one territory cannot buy shots for all children due to the suspension.