Several generic versions of brand-name medications received US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approval last month.

An epinephrine injection during a serious allergic reaction can be a lifesaver. But one brand of epinephrine injectors has been recalled because they might not deliver a lifesaving dose.

Starting diabetes treatment early can greatly reduce the risk of serious complications. But many patients may not realize they're at risk.

The FDA recently identified several dietary supplements that contained hidden drug ingredients that could pose health risks.

Anyone with Internet access can now track every US foodborne illness outbreak reported in the past 15 years.

The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), a leading authority on children's health issues, is looking to clear the air on tobacco product use.

Anaphylaxis can occur within seconds of exposure to an allergen like a peanut or a bee sting. But new evidence suggests that many US schools may be ill-prepared to deal with such events.

The American Cancer Society (ACS), an influential voice in cancer policy and clinical care in the US for more than 100 years, recently shifted its recommendations for breast cancer screening.

The safety of whooping cough vaccination during pregnancy can be a big concern for expecting moms and their doctors. But a new finding may help put that fear to rest.

Americans are taking more dietary supplements than ever before, and it seems that many are finding themselves in the ER as a result.