FDA scientists say evidence is insufficient to support compounding seven popular peptide therapies backed by Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. An advisory panel with some peptide-industry ties will review the products in July.
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Rep. Tom Kean Jr. returned to Congress after nearly four months away and said he had been hospitalized and diagnosed with depression. The New Jersey Republican has missed more than 140 House votes since March 5.
Former NFL running back Chris Johnson has announced he has ALS, saying doctors believe his case is sporadic. Johnson, a three-time Pro Bowler and 2009 Offensive Player of the Year, said he is sharing his diagnosis to raise awareness and support others.
Catherine, the Princess of Wales, completed the National Three Peaks Challenge to raise funds for the Royal Marsden Cancer Charity. She said the climb aimed to highlight the impact of cancer beyond medical treatment and the importance of holistic care.
A heat dome is expected to bring dangerous and potentially record-setting heat across the central and eastern U.S. through the July 4 weekend. Forecasters warn high humidity could push heat indexes to 100 to 110 degrees, with some areas feeling as hot as 115.
A prolonged heat wave is spreading across the central and eastern United States, with heat index values expected to top 100 degrees in many cities ahead of the July Fourth holiday. Forecasters warned that high humidity, warm nights and multiple days of heat will raise risks for millions of people.
The WHO says Europe’s heatwave has been linked to more than 1,300 excess deaths since June 21. Germany, Poland and the Czech Republic set new temperature records as extreme heat moved east.
Record heat swept across Europe, with Germany, Denmark and the Czech Republic setting all-time highs as transportation systems, hospitals and public events came under strain. France reported heavy pressure on hospitals, while Italy issued red alerts in 18 cities.