Costco launches weight loss program for members
Costco members are now getting access to a weight loss program through Sesame. Through the program, they might be able to get highly coveted weight loss medications.
US taking the plunge on bidets four years after toilet paper shortage wiped store shelves
A new report in The Washington Post detailed how more Americans are opting to purchase bidets in order to lessen their reliance on toilet paper.
Boy, 12, taken to hospital after he was mistakenly served alcohol at Outback Steakhouse
A 12-year-old boy was rushed to a hospital after he was mistakenly served an alcoholic beverage at an Outback Steakhouse in Michigan and had a reaction.
Nvidia announces AI-powered health care 'agents' that outperform nurses — and cost $9 an hour
Nvidia has partnered with artificial intelligence health care company Hippocratic AI to develop an "agent" that outperforms nurses on phone calls with patients.
Real-life cat burglary suspect does yoga before raiding bakery store: video
A real-life cat burglar was captured on video stretching and doing yoga outside a bakery earlier this month – before going on to burglarize the place minutes later.
Trader Joe's cashews recalled in 16 states due to salmonella risk
Customers who purchased cashews from Trader Joe's stores in 16 states are suggested to look over the packages to see if they are part of a recall announced Sunday.
EPA finalizes ban on last form of asbestos used in US
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has finalized a rule to ban the use and importation of asbestos, marking the first chemical banned under a 2016 chemical safety law.
President Biden to release budget proposal with tax and spending policies
President Joe Biden is set to unveil his budget proposal for fiscal year 2025 that is expected to include tax and spending policies that will form part of his re-election platform.
Wegovy, the weight-loss medication, gets FDA approval for use as heart disease prevention drug
Wegovy has been FDA-approved for heart disease prevention. The semaglutide, originally approved for weight loss, is now approved to reduce the risk of cardiovascular death, heart attack and stroke.
Mars Wrigley pitches new idea to get Americans back into chewing gum
Mars Inc., which owns Wrigley, is hoping to get Americans and other consumers back into chewing gum and has a new idea on how to do it.
Companies can claim yogurt reduces diabetes risk, FDA says
The FDA said it doesn't object to qualified claims that yogurt may reduce the risk of Type 2 diabetes. But companies have to be careful not to mislead consumers with their wording.
Cancer-causing chemical linked to popular acne products, lab says
An independent lab is warning the FDA of recent findings that certain benzoyl peroxide acne treatment products can form high levels of a chemical linked to cancer.
With Flovent inhaler off the market, some parents face challenges in getting generics for kids with asthma
After Flovent, one of the most popular inhalers for treating childhood asthma, was discontinued in January, some parents are reporting challenges in obtaining the generic versions of the medication.
Chocolate bars recalled over milk allergy concerns
A Pennsylvania-based company recalled a bar of chocolate over milk allergy reaction concerns, the Food and Drug Administration announced Wednesday.
Person injured after cellphone explodes at DC high school
A person was hospitalized Thursday morning after a cellphone exploded at Roosevelt High School in D.C., according to the city’s fire department.
FDA chief sounds alarm over sale of fake weight loss drugs circulating online
FDA Chief Dr. Robert Califf warned that fake weight loss drugs are emerging in response to shortages of Ozempic and other popular GLP-1 agonists, according to Reuters.
Oprah Winfrey leaving WeightWatchers board, shares drop
Oprah Winfrey has made the decision to exit the WeightWatchers board, effective in May. Shares for the company have dropped following the announcement.
Elon Musk's SpaceX fined for worker-safety violation, employee suffered 'near amputation': report
SpaceX was fined $3,600 by Washington state worker safety officials after a workplace accident led to a "near amputation" for one employee.
Chernobyl’s mutant wolves developing resistance to cancer, study says
Wolves in Chernobyl’s radiation zone appear to have adapted to the highly radioactive environment and appear resiliant against cancer, a study says.
Airline plans to weigh passengers with carry-on luggage before take-off
Finnish airline Finnair announced the move, which it stressed is voluntary and anonymous, as a way to get a better estimate of a plane's weight before takeoff