German startup to market first artificial iris
HumanOptics makes surgically implanted device to replace the eye's colored part around the pupil
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FDA approves first artificial iris
The surgically implanted device is meant to treat adults and children with eye damaged
President Trump signs "Right to Try Act"
President Trump signed the "Right to Try Act" Wednesday afternoon, giving terminally ill patients more access to seek medical treatment not yet approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
President Trump signs "Right to Try Act"
President Trump signed a bill that gives terminally ill patients the ability to try drugs not yet approved by the FDA
Woman's loss of vision shines light on questionable stem cell therapy
Department of Justice is cracking down on what it describes as "unscrupulous" stem cell clinics selling unapproved treatments for eye problems
FDA warns teething products unsafe, wants them off market
Despite years of warnings about benzocaine gel, the FDA says reports of illnesses and deaths have continued
FDA warns consumers not to use sunscreen pills
"There's no pill or capsule that can replace your sunscreen," the FDA commissioner says
FDA approves new drug to treat migraines
U.S. regulators have approved the first drug designed to prevent chronic migraines, clearing the monthly shot Aimovig to hit the market soon. It's the first in a new class of long-acting drugs for preventing migraines. CBS News' Dr. Max Gomez reports.
New hope for chronic migraine sufferers?
Injected monthly just under the skin using a penlike device, the drug will cost $6,900 per year without insurance
FDA: "Too many kids" experimenting with e-cigarettes, vaping
Regulators ask e-cigarette manufacturers to provide information about their product designs, marketing
Nonopioid drug approved by FDA for opioid withdrawal symptoms
Two-thirds of drug overdose deaths in 2016 involved opioids, mostly fentanyl, heroin and prescription painkillers
Shrapnel from exploding vape pen killed Florida man
Explosion sent two pieces of the vape pen into Tallmadge D'Elia's cranium; he also suffered burns on 80 percent of his body from resulting fire
FDA declares EpiPen shortage
As many as 400 patients have been unable to fill EpiPen prescriptions since May 2, according to reports
Does posting calorie counts change what we order?
Starting this week, larger restaurant chains are required to post calorie counts. But will that really get people to eat healthier?
Do pill expiration dates have wiggle room?
The FDA advises against using expired drugs, yet many people, including doctors, keep taking medicines well past the date on the bottle
FDA warns about potentially contaminated oysters
About 100 people have reported illnesses in California after they consumed raw British Columbian oysters sold by restaurants and retailers throughout the state
FDA issues warning to vaping companies
The FDA issued a stern warning to companies that make vaping liquid after reports of children drinking the toxic fluids.
FDA warns on nicotine packaging that can appeal to kids
Liquid nicotine meant for e-cigs is being put in what look like juice boxes and other kids' snack packages
U.S. cracks down on Juul e-cigarette sales to kids
Health officials issued warnings to 40 stores as the first steps in a crackdown on underage e-cigarette sales
FDA approves contact lens that gets darker in sunlight
The lenses incorporate the same technology used in eyeglasses that automatically darken in the sun
Experts back marijuana-based drug for childhood seizures
Medicine made from the cannabis plant for severe seizures in children with epilepsy has moved one step closer to U.S. approval
What you need to know about salmonella
Know the signs of salmonella infection and how to keep your family safe
206 million eggs recalled over salmonella concerns
FDA commissioner says consumers should throw the eggs away or return them for a refund
New FDA restrictions on Essure birth control implant
The device has been linked to cases of pain, bleeding, allergic reactions and other dangerous side effects
Why kratom is being recalled
More than two dozen products containing the herbal supplement kratom tested positive for salmonella, leading the FDA to issue its first-ever mandatory recall. CBS News correspondent Anna Werner has been following the story and joined CBSN to discuss why a product linked to dozens of illnesses is still on the market.
How Charlie Kirk's assassination portends a national crisis
The murder of Charlie Kirk last week follows a litany of violent acts against political targets. Historian Jon Meacham talks about the existential questions now facing America.
Suspect in Charlie Kirk killing is not cooperating with authorities, gov says
Tyler Robinson, 22, was arrested on charges of aggravated murder, obstruction of justice and felony discharge of a firearm for the assassination of Charlie Kirk.
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Colorado school shooter had account on "violent gore" site, ADL says
Desmond Holly and several school shooters in the past year were active on the same website, the ADL says.
Sen. Chris Coons: The internet "is driving extremism in our country"
In a joint segment with Republican Sen. James Lankford, Democratic Sen. Chris Coons said amid efforts to foster bipartisan discourse, the internet "is driving extremism in our country."
Ukrainian drones target one of Russia's top oil refineries
The strike on the Kirishi refinery, in Russia's northwestern Leningrad region, follows weeks of Ukrainian attacks on Russian oil infrastructure that Kyiv says fuels Moscow's war effort.
Texas Republican Rep. Michael McCaul announces will not seek reelection
Rep. Michael McCaul, a foreign policy leader who had strongly supported Ukraine, warned Sunday that Russian President Vladimir Putin is "testing the resolve of NATO."
Paris Hilton mini fridges recalled due to fire and burn risk
No injuries have been reported but there have been at least 27 reports of the mini fridges overheating and catching on fire, the recall announcement said.
Venezuela accuses U.S. of seizing fishing boat in Caribbean amid standoff
Venezuela's foreign ministry said nine fishermen were "illegally and hostilely" detained on Friday by the USS Jason Dunham.