Diabetes can develop quietly, and prediabetes is common enough that many people may be at risk without realizing it. New CDC guidance also emphasizes earlier type 1 diabetes screening for some people with higher risk, including children.
CMS began enforcing updated hospital price transparency requirements on April 1, 2026. The rule is meant to make hospital pricing files and shoppable-service estimates easier to find and more useful, but it does not guarantee a simple or lower bill.
New 2026 guidance adds self-collected high-risk HPV testing as a screening option for some average-risk adults ages 30 to 65. The change could make cervical cancer screening easier for people who face time, comfort, or access barriers, but clinics still need the right workflow and follow-up system in place.
A new JAMA study highlighted by NIH suggests many older adults with dementia are prescribed at least one brain- or nervous-system-active medication that may raise the chance of confusion, falls, or other problems. The finding does not mean these drugs should never be used, but it does show why medication review matters for families and caregivers.
CMS has proposed a rule to move more drug prior authorization into electronic workflows and standardize how plans handle requests. If finalized, the change could make some pharmacy delays shorter and denials easier to track, but the rule is still only proposed.
A nationwide recall of children’s ibuprofen bottles may sound alarming, but federal regulators say the chance of serious harm is remote. The practical next step is simple: check the bottle details against the FDA recall notice before using it again.
Federal health officials say a multistate E. coli outbreak linked to raw cheddar cheese is still under investigation, and they are warning consumers not to eat recalled products. Here is what is known so far, why raw dairy can carry higher risk, and what families should do next.
Fiber can help you feel satisfied after meals, support digestion, and lower the chance of constipation. The key is to add it slowly and drink enough fluids so your stomach has time to adjust.
The FDA has updated the definition of “healthy” on food packages, and the new rule is meant to better match current nutrition guidance. For shoppers, the label can be a helpful shortcut — but it is not a stand-alone measure of whether a food fits your overall diet.
CDC guidance now recommends a single RSV vaccine dose for all adults 75 and older and for adults 50 to 74 who are at increased risk of severe RSV illness. For many families, the practical question is whether age and medical history put someone in a group that should ask about vaccination before next winter.
CDC says this flu season has put a heavy burden on adults 65 and older, even as the latest interim vaccine data still point to meaningful protection. The message for readers is practical: vaccination and early treatment still matter, especially for people at higher risk.
CMS has proposed new rules to speed up prior authorization for prescription drugs and make denials more transparent. The changes are not final yet, so patients should not expect immediate nationwide changes.
FDA says semaglutide supply is stabilizing, which changes when compounded GLP-1 products may be allowed. The agency is also warning about dosing mistakes, quality problems, and misleading marketing tied to compounded versions of semaglutide and tirzepatide.
CMS has proposed new rules that would extend prior-authorization interoperability requirements to prescription drugs. The plan would not end prior authorization, but it could make requests more electronic, more standardized, and faster to answer for some health plans.
The FDA updated its medical device shortage list on March 13, 2026, adding angiographic control syringes with rotating adapters and stereotactic breast biopsy needles. Shortages are not the same as recalls, but they can still affect scheduling, substitutions, and procedure planning.
CDC says U.S. measles cases continued to rise in April 2026, with most cases linked to outbreaks. For families, schools, and caregivers, the practical response is still the same: know the symptoms, check vaccination status, and act quickly if exposure is possible.
A filling plan should explain the diagnosis, urgency, material choice, risks, benefits, alternatives, and what could happen if you wait.
The FDA has accepted a filing to expand Gazyva for systemic lupus erythematosus, but the IV drug is not approved for broader lupus in the U.S. yet.
Walking getting slower or more uncomfortable? Peripheral artery disease can limit mobility even without classic calf pain, especially with vascular risks.
A randomized trial found methotrexate did not meaningfully improve inflammatory knee osteoarthritis, underscoring that proven knee OA care still matters most.
CDC’s latest measles update has many parents asking about babies under 12 months. Here’s when an early MMR dose may be advised and what to do after exposure.
Federal vaccine recommendation wording can shape no-cost coverage. Here’s how private plans, Medicaid, Medicare, and VFC may differ in 2026.
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