FDA's top drug regulator quits as agency officials probe actions
The FDA's top drug regulator, Dr. George Tidmarsh, quit after federal officials began reviewing "serious concerns about his personal conduct," a government spokesperson said.
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FDA says these 18 brands of cinnamon contain elevated levels of lead
The FDA has identified 18 brands of ground cinnamon with elevated levels of lead that it says should be thrown out. Here's what to know.
Doctor explains new non-hormonal menopause drug
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved Lynkuet, a new daily pill from Bayer that provides a non-hormonal option for treating hot flashes, common during menopause. Dr. Celine Gounder explains.
FDA approves non-hormonal menopause drug
The Food and Drug Administration has approved a new non-hormonal pill to treat hot flashes and night sweats brought on by menopause. Dr. Joann Pinkerton, professor of obstetrics and gynecology at the University of Virginia Health System and one of the drug's trial investigators, joins CBS News to explain how the medication works.
FDA approves new menopause drug without hormones. Here's what to know.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved Lynkuet, a new medication that does not contain hormones to treat hot flashes due to menopause.
Trace radiation found at farm after Cesium-tainted food detected in U.S.
An investigation sparked by Cesium-137-tainted spices and shrimp in the U.S. has detected trace radiation at a clove farm in Indonesia.
Kroger recalls deli pasta salads due to possible listeria contamination
The Kroger Company's recall follows another FDA recall announcement last week of possibly contaminated pasta.
FDA head on Trump-Pfizer deal to lower drug costs
President Trump announced plans to reduce the prices of prescription drugs. Americans will be able to buy them at discount on a "TrumpRx" website that rolls out next year. Nikki Battiste spoke to FDA Commissioner Marty Makary.
Walmart to remove synthetic dyes, other food additives from store brands
Walmart says it will eliminate preservatives, plasticizers and other chemicals from its house food brands by 2027.
Kennedy says FDA is reviewing safety of abortion pill mifepristone
Conservatives have criticized the abortion medication, particularly after it became available through telehealth.
Dr. Oz says "of course" pregnant women should take Tylenol if a doctor says so
President Trump's announcement this week about an alleged link between Tylenol and autism has drawn pushback from medical experts.
What to know about FDA review of mifepristone
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has launched an FDA review of mifepristone, the drug used in two-thirds of all abortions. Abortion rights advocates are worried the FDA could restrict access to the pill even in states where abortion is legal. Dr. Celine Gounder explains.
Tylenol-autism claim gets major pushback
President Trump's warning about Tylenol use during pregnancy, claiming it's linked with an increased risk of autism, rattled the medical community and is getting major pushback. Jericka Duncan has more.
FDA seeks to abandon expert reviews of new drugs
The Food and Drug Administration is looking to shift away from policies dating back decades of having outside experts and panels review new drug applications. These external committees have been used since the 1970s in order to better advise health officials facing difficult decisions. Arthur Allen, senior correspondent for KFF Health News, joined CBS News to discuss.
Under Trump, FDA seeks to abandon expert reviews of new drugs
Advisory committee meetings help FDA scientists make decisions and increase public understanding of drug regulation, and abandoning them doesn't make sense, former officials said.
Trump orders crackdown on some pharma ads, RFK Jr. releases child health report
President Trump ordered the FDA to enforce rules on direct-to-consumer drug ads, after HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. released a report on the administration's approach to healthy outcomes for children and families.
Chemist on gel nail polish safety concerns
Earlier this week, a European Union ban on an ingredient widely used in many gel nail polishes went into effect. The chemical known as TPO gives gel polish a glossy shine as it quickly hardens under UV or LED lights. TPO has not been banned in the U.S. Kelly Dobos, a cosmetic chemist at the University of Cincinnati, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
Doctor reacts to RFK Jr.'s Senate testimony
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. appeared before the Senate Finance Committee on Thursday to discuss President Trump's "Make America Healthy Again" agenda. CBS News' Nikole Killion reports and disease expert Dr. Michael Osterholm joins "The Takeout" to discuss.
Who can get the new COVID-19 vaccine?
The Food and Drug Administration authorized updated COVID-19 vaccines on Wednesday, but the agency has limited who is allowed to get the shots.
FDA authorizes updated COVID shots with restrictions on who can get them
The Food and Drug Administration rescinded the emergency use authorization that made COVID-19 shots available for healthy children under 5 years old.
Kratom faces scrutiny over addiction concerns
There's a growing concern about kratom, a southeast Asian plant that has made its way into everything from diet supplements, alcohol and even synthetic drugs. Lilia Luciano reports.
Walmart recalls Great Value shrimp after FDA warns of radioactive risk
Some packages of Great Value frozen shrimp sold at Walmart are at risk for potential for Cesium-137 contamination, the FDA says.
Mousse sunscreen products might not work, FDA warns
Mousse sunscreens made by Supergoop!, Vacation and others pose risk to consumers, FDA says.
Wegmans recalls cheese products due to potential listeria contamination
Wegmans is recalling its brand of medium camembert cheese and products that contain it due to potential listeria contamination, which can lead to serious illness.
DermaRite recalls antiseptic soaps and topical lotion due to infection risk
DermaRite Industries announced on Friday that it was voluntarily recalling three skin-cleansing products and an anti-itch lotion over microbial contamination concerns.
Senate reconvening Sunday after rare Saturday session aimed at ending shutdown
Senators convened for a rare Saturday session aimed at ending the government shutdown, with no signs of an imminent breakthrough. They will meet again Sunday.
More than 1,000 flights canceled today largely due to cuts tied to shutdown
The FAA ordered airlines to cut thousands of flights ahead of this weekend as the agency deals with air traffic controller shortages during the government shutdown.
FAA grounds MD-11 planes after deadly Kentucky crash
The Federal Aviation Administration on Saturday ordered MD-11 and MD-11F aircrafts to be grounded as authorities investigate the deadly UPS plane crash in Kentucky.
Trump admin. asks judge to allow U.S. to deport Abrego Garcia to Liberia
Kilmar Abrego Garcia's lawyers argued an interview conducted by a U.S. asylum officer last month did not amount to sufficient due process.
Supreme Court allows Trump admin. to temporarily pause full SNAP payments
Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson on Friday froze, for now, a lower court order that required the Trump administration to swiftly provide full SNAP benefits to roughly 42 million Americans.
White House says Commanders naming new stadium after Trump would be "beautiful"
Under a deal between the Commanders and D.C., the team will return to the nation's capital in a new stadium expected to cost nearly $4 billion.
4 dead, 13 injured after police chase suspect crashes into Florida LGBTQ bar
More than a dozen people were standing outside Bradley's, a popular LGBTQ bar, when the car crashed into them after a police chase.
Syrian president arrives in U.S. for meeting with Trump
Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa, whose rebel forces ousted longtime ruler Bashar al-Assad late last year, is due to meet President Trump at the White House on Monday.
Shots fired at Border Patrol agents in Chicago, DHS says
A driver fired shots at Customs and Border Patrol agents in Chicago's Little Village neighborhood on Saturday, according to the Department of Homeland Security.