Recalled Fisher-Price sleeper now linked to roughly 100 deaths, CPSC says
Fisher-Price and the CPSC “reannounced” a recall of Rock ‘n Play Sleepers on Monday, saying that eight fatalities have occurred after the initial recall announcement.
Rite Aid announces Heyward Donigan exit, appointment of interim CEO
Rite Aid experienced a leadership shakeup as the pharmacy change announce CEO Heyward Donigan's exit and the appointment of an interim chief executive.
FDA approves Biogen, Eisai Alzheimer’s drug
An Alzheimer’s drug from Biogen and Eisai has received accelerated approval from the Food and Drug Administration, the companies and agency announced Friday.
Beyond Dry January: The rise of non-alcoholic drinks in the adult beverage market
Ditching alcohol in the first month of the year has become a trend, but the beverage industry sees opportunity in non-alcoholic drinks beyond just Dry January.
FDA considers regulating cannabis compound CBD in foods, supplements over safety concerns
The FDA is weighing whether CBD products can be regulated under rules covering food and dietary supplements or if a new framework is needed.
Apple faces class-action lawsuit alleging 'racial bias' in watch's blood oximeter
Apple is facing a class-action lawsuit that alleges the Apple Watch's blood oximeter has a "racial bias" against individuals with darker skin tones.
Brothers battling rare eye disease raise $1.5M with clothing brand to find cure for blindness
Brad and Bryan Manning are on a mission to sell the softest clothing and gifts in the world with their clothing brand and donate the proceeds to the Foundation Fighting Blindness.
Guggenheim Partners CIO Scott Minerd dies suddenly at 63 after heart attack during workout
Guggenheim managing partner and global CIO Scott Minerd passed away unexpectedly Wednesday afternoon due to a heart attack during a routine workout.
New research suggests simple ways to help ease burnout
Although the research regarding simple ways to ease burnout was conducted on healthcare workers, the study's authors say the lessons can be applied to any profession.
Walgreens, CVS and others limiting purchases of children's pain relief medicine as respiratory illnesses rise
CVS and Walgreens recently put limits on purchases of children's pain relief medication amid a rise in respiratory illnesses such as the flu and RSV.
The Laundress recalling 8M detergent, cleaning products over bacteria exposure risk
The Laundress on Thursday recalled millions of its laundry and cleaning products in response to a bacteria exposure risk, according to the Consumer Product Safety Commission.
Tennessee hospital patient dies on Thanksgiving after catching fire from exploding defibrillator paddles
A patient at TriStar Centennial Medical Center in Nashville, Tennessee, burned to death after staff attempted to revive him with defibrillator pads that apparently exploded.
Walmart offers to pay $3.1B to settle opioid lawsuits
Walmart is the latest company to announce a settlement with local governments over allegations of improperly filling prescriptions for powerful painkillers
Boston officials accuse Walgreens of 'racism' for closing some stores
Boston city officials are calling on Walgreens to postpone closing stores, saying it will disproportionately affect non-white working-class communities.
Feeling Groggy? You Might Have ‘Social Jet Lag’
Groggy and disoriented on Monday morning after a weekend of late nights? "Social jet lag" may be to blame, sleep experts say, an inconsistency of sleep schedules that research suggests could have as much of an impact on health as how much sleep one gets.
How to escape your packed schedule and take a rest from work
Americans have worn their long work hours and reverence for productivity as a badge of honor for years. This fall, many of us seem to be on overdrive.
More spending: Congress faces multibillion-dollar Medicare fix when it returns after midterms
Congress is under pressure to act on a Medicare shortfall of several billion dollars when it returns from the midterm elections, amid fears of health care shortages for seniors.
Moderna stock tumbles after quarterly earnings show revenue declines
COVID-19 vaccine maker Moderna's shares fell on Thursday following the release of the company's third-quarter earnings, which showed a decline in revenue.
Most shoppers dislike waiting in line, but many gladly wait for this special Florida Publix cashier
Publix grocery store shoppers in South Tampa, Florida, are willing to wait in longer lines if it means seeing their "favorite" cashier, Gloria Withlock Blue.
Blood pressure medication recalled due to chemicals' possible link to cancer
The FDA-recalled quinapril and hydrochlorothiazide tablets were shipped to customers nationwide in May 2021. No related adverse reactions have been reported.