HHS layoffs spark concerns for Meals on Wheels, LIHEAP: What to know
Meals on Wheels, which delivers 216 million meals a year to older and disabled people, is largely funded by a federal agency that reportedly lost at least 40% of its staff.
Measles update: These 5 states now have active outbreaks
Measles outbreaks are surging in 5 U.S. states, with over 400 cases in Texas and two deaths. Here’s what to know.
Trump FDA layoffs included staff working on bird flu response: Report
A Reuters report says the Trump administration’s mass layoffs at the FDA included staff working on the agency’s bird flu response, alarming health experts.
Mass layoffs begin at HHS, CDC, NIH, FDA
Lines of HHS employees arrived at work Tuesday to see if they still had a job, by checking if their badges still worked.
Cold plunges may help your cells fight stress, new study shows
A new study from the University of Ottawa finds repeated cold plunges may improve cellular health and resilience by enhancing autophagy and reducing damage signals.
Which US city is the healthiest to live in?
WalletHub has ranked the healthiest U.S. cities based on factors like healthcare, food, fitness, and green space.
RFK Jr. says states can – and should – block soda from food stamps benefits
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. says states will now be allowed to ban people from using SNAP benefits – better known as food stamps – to pay for sodas.
Measles alert: Passenger with virus rode Amtrak train that stopped in NYC
The train made stops in New York City, Philadelphia, and Washington, D.C., before the infected person visited an urgent care clinic in D.C. on March 23.
Sickle cell patient declared disease free after groundbreaking therapy on Long Island
A sickle cell gene therapy treatment has allowed a Long Island man to turn a chapter in his life, with doctors declaring him disease free.
Brett Gardner's son died in his sleep on family vacation in Costa Rica: Details
In a statement to FOX 5, the State Department confirmed that the death happened on March 21 in Costa Rica and that they would be monitoring local authorities' investigation into the cause of death.
RFK Jr. reportedly plans to ban pharmaceutical ads on TV
As Robert F. Kennedy Jr. settles into his role as President Donald Trump’s health secretary, one major promise he’s made is still on table - banning pharmaceutical ads.
Buddy Bot aims to help students detox from 'doom-scrolling'
The app is called "Buddy Bot" and uses an AI-powered chatbot to give helpful reminders that encourages users to step away from their screens.
West Virginia becomes 1st state to ban range of food dyes
West Virginia’s governor signed a bill that would first ban food dyes in school meals - and eventually in products that are sold state-wide.
Bird flu detected in 3 NYC cats who came in contact with 'Savage Cat Food'
Health officials report that one cat fell ill this month after eating Savage Cat Food, showing fever, loss of appetite, and severe respiratory symptoms.
NYC cats contract bird flu: What to know about the virus in pets
FOX 5 NY has confirmed that the health department is looking into two separate incidents of cats testing positive for the bird flu. In one case, the source is believed to be contaminated cat food.
Bird flu solution: Vaccinate chickens or slaughter every infected flock?
Vaccines could be a way to suppress bird flu in the U.S. and avoid the slaughter of millions of chickens amid the rising price of eggs. But there are some concerns, too. Here's what to know.
LI officials warn of potential measles exposures
Officials on Long Island are warning parents about potential measles exposure after a child in Suffolk County tested positive for the virus this week.
RFK Jr. seeks to eliminate FDA’s GRAS 'loophole' to improve food ingredient safety
The Health and Human Services secretary is pushing to change a program that allows companies to add untested ingredients to food.
Child in Suffolk County tests positive for measles: Sources
A child in Suffolk County has tested positive for measles, as cases of the highly contagious virus continue to rise nationwide.
COVID survivor's incredible journey
As the world marks five years since COVID-19 was declared a global pandemic, Pastor Benjamin Thomas is reflecting on his harrowing battle with the virus. One of the first in the New York area to be hospitalized with severe complications, Pastor Thomas spent over 100 days in the hospital, including six weeks in a coma. His lungs were permanently damaged, and he eventually required a life-saving lung transplant at Mount Sinai Health System. Now, Pastor Thomas says he is grateful for his second chance at life and is back to preaching and living with purpose. FOX 5’s Meredith Gorman shares his remarkable journey of survival.