FDA updates Ozempic label with potential blocked intestines side effect
The FDA stopped short of saying the potentially life-threatening condition was caused by the drugs, which have become popular for weight loss.
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FDA declines approval bid for Neffy, a needle-free EpiPen alternative
ASR Pharma said it was surprised and "deeply disappointed" by the FDA request for more trial data on its Neffy nasal spray for severe allergic reactions.
Nasal decongestant Phenylephrine deemed ineffective; Metro Detroit parents look for alternatives
Phenylephrine is typically found in common over-the-counter drugs like Sudafed. Healthcare providers say they aren't shocked by the announcement.
Nestlé recalls cookie dough bars that may contain wood fragments
The recall comes in response to "a small number" of calls from consumers, though no injuries or illnesses have been reported.
Thousands of birth control pills recalled, may be ineffective, FDA warns
Testing revealed some lots of the Tydemy birth control tablets did not have enough of a key ingredient.
FDA approves first over-the-counter birth control pill
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved the first over-the-counter birth control pill, allowing Americans to buy Opill, a daily oral contraceptive, without a prescription.
Is aspartame safe? Here's a list of products that use it.
Many popular diet sodas, light gelatins and sugar-free gums contain the artificial sweetener.
FDA expands recall of frozen strawberries linked to hepatitis A
Additional recall includes frozen strawberry products sold under a variety of brands at Costco, Walmart and HEB stores.
Michigan hospitals respond to shortage of chemotherapy drugs
In recent months some oncologists have been scrambling to find Cisplatin and Carboplatin, used to treat a variety of cancers.
FDA advisers vote in support of RSV vaccine to protect newborns
The US Food and Drug Administration's independent vaccine advisers voted Thursday in favor of recommending approval of a new vaccine to protect infants from respiratory syncytial virus, known as RSV.
FDA approves drug to treat hot flashes resulting from menopause
The daily pill is the first of its kind approved to treat hot flashes.
FDA eases blood donation policy regarding gay and bisexual men
The agency said that blood donor eligibility will now be based on an individual's personal risks.
FDA considering first over-the-counter birth control pill
Drugmaker HRA Pharma wants to sell birth control pills without a prescription.
Family Dollar recalls Advil kept at improper temperatures
Discount retail chain pulled bottles of the pain medication off shelves at an unspecified number of its stores.
FDA approves first RSV vaccine to protect older adults
Up to 10,000 deaths and 160,000 hospitalizations a year are caused by RSV in seniors.
State health officials announce updates to COVID-19 vaccines
State health officials announced the FDA now recommends bivalent Moderna and Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccines be used for all doses that are administered to individuals six months of age and older.
Canned shrimp recalled in Michigan, 30 other states due to risk of under-processing
Kawashoo Foods USA Inc. expanded its Feb. 26 recall of canned GEISHA Medium Shrimp due to the possibility of the product being under-processed.
Ground cumin recalled in 16 states, including Michigan, due to salmonella risk
Lipari Foods has voluntarily recalled tubs of ground cumin due to the risk of salmonella contamination.
Supreme Court puts abortion pill ruling on hold for now
Limits on how late into a pregnancy the drug can be taken, who can prescribe it and how it can be dispensed were set to take effect Saturday at 1 a.m.
Appeals court preserves access to abortion pill for now but tightens rules
The court maintained access to mifepristone for the time being but is only letting it be dispensed after a doctor's office visit, not by mail, and up to seven weeks into a pregnancy, not 10.
What is xylazine, the veterinary sedative being found in the U.S. drug supply?
The drug has been found in an increasing number of overdoses and overdose deaths. Federal officials named it a "growing threat" in April.
SimplyProtein peanut butter bars recalled due to undeclared cashews
The recalled SimplyProtein peanut bar is sold at Costco stores, and the recalled lot was distributed to Costco locations in nine different states.
FDA approves overdose-reversing Narcan for over-the-counter sale
In the 12-month period ending in Oct. 2022, the United States recorded 101,750 overdose deaths, primarily from opioids.
FDA sketches out plan to bolster fragile US infant formula supply management
The US Food and Drug Administration announced Tuesday its initial strategy to boost and strengthen the management of the country's supply of infant formula.
Gluten-free Reese's Pieces Brownie Brittle recalled due to undeclared wheat
Second Nature Brands of Madison Heights has recalled its Gluten-Free Reese's Pieces Brownie Brittle product because it may have undeclared wheat.
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United Autoworkers strikes spread to Chicago and Lansing as 7,000 more workers join the picket line
Jeep maker Stellantis was spared from the third round of strikes.
Oxford High School shooter will get life in prison, no parole, for killing 4 students, judge rules
A teenager who killed four students at Michigan's Oxford High School will be sentenced to life in prison.
Dianne Feinstein, California senator who broke glass ceilings, dies at 90
Dianne Feinstein was the longest-serving woman in the U.S. Senate as well as the longest-serving senator from California.
Clock is ticking as United Autoworkers threaten to expand strikes against Detroit automakers Friday
The United Auto Workers strike against Detroit's big three automakers that spread to dozens of parts distribution centers one week ago may grow worse soon.
Ex-Detroit police chief James Craig will join GOP primary for US Senate in Michigan, sources tell AP
Former Detroit Police Chief James Craig is planning to announce a Republican bid for U.S. Senate in Michigan next week.
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UAW President Shawn Fain calls for an additional 7,000 workers to go on strike
United Auto Workers President Shawn Fain on Friday called for an additional 7,000 UAW workers to strike at noon Friday at Ford and General Motors plants.
Judge: Oxford High School shooter can be sentenced to life without parole
Sentencing is scheduled for December 8.
Ex-Detroit police chief James Craig will join GOP primary for US Senate in Michigan, sources tell AP
Former Detroit Police Chief James Craig is planning to announce a Republican bid for U.S. Senate in Michigan next week.
United Autoworkers strikes spread to Chicago and Lansing as 7,000 more workers join the picket line
Jeep maker Stellantis was spared from the third round of strikes.
UAW targets more Ford and GM plants as union expands autoworker strike
UAW President Shawn Fain said 7,000 union workers in Chicago and Lansing, Michigan, will join the historic strike.
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United Autoworkers strikes spread to Chicago and Lansing as 7,000 more workers join the picket line
Jeep maker Stellantis was spared from the third round of strikes.
Clock is ticking as United Autoworkers threaten to expand strikes against Detroit automakers Friday
The United Auto Workers strike against Detroit's big three automakers that spread to dozens of parts distribution centers one week ago may grow worse soon.
Canadian union sets deadline in GM contract negotiations
Unifor announced it has set a negotiation deadline with General Motors in Canada for 11:59 p.m. on Oct. 9.
State officials allocate $65 million for development around paused Ford battery plant in Marshall
The Michigan Strategic Fund Board voted on Tuesday to allocate the funding incentives.
UAW President Shawn Fain calls for an additional 7,000 workers to go on strike
United Auto Workers President Shawn Fain on Friday called for an additional 7,000 UAW workers to strike at noon Friday at Ford and General Motors plants.
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End of an era: Last Netflix DVDs being mailed out Friday
The once-iconic DVD-by-mail service obliterated Blockbuster video stores and provided a springboard into video streaming that's transformed entertainment.
Actor Michael Gambon, who played Harry Potter's Dumbledore, dies at 82
Michael Gambon, the British-Irish actor who portrayed Dumbledore in the latter 6 of the 8 "Harry Potter" movies, has died after a bout of pneumonia.
WGA ends strike, releases details on tentative deal with studios
The Writers Guild of America released the details of their tentative agreement with Hollywood studios and have unanimously voted to end the nearly 150-day strike.
"Survivor" returns for season 45 Wednesday, Sept. 27 at 8 p.m. ET
Through longer weekly episodes, "Survivor" will take a deeper dive into the players' stories as they're stranded on the stunning islands of Fiji.
Michigan caricature artist celebrates individuality
Many businesses struggled to survive during the COVID-19 pandemic, and some found creative ways to thrive. Michigan artist Robert Bauer did just that.
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Dianne Feinstein, California senator who broke glass ceilings, dies at 90
Dianne Feinstein was the longest-serving woman in the U.S. Senate as well as the longest-serving senator from California.
UAW targets more Ford and GM plants as union expands autoworker strike
UAW President Shawn Fain said 7,000 union workers in Chicago and Lansing, Michigan, will join the historic strike.
A college degree can boost your pay. Here are top schools for income
Americans are growing increasingly skeptical of the value of college, but some alums are pulling in close to $200,000 a year a decade after graduating.
Former lawmaker who led Michigan marijuana board is sent to prison for bribery
A man formerly known as a powerful Michigan lawmaker is going to federal prison for nearly five years.
Federal agencies detail impacts of shutdown with deadline fast approaching
The Department of Homeland Security said nearly 72% of its workforce, or about 185,000 employees, would be kept on the job with their pay delayed.
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More than 260,000 toddler books recalled due to choking hazard
Plastic rings can detach from the Rainbow Road Road series board books sold at Sam's Club, Target and other retailers nationwide.
FDA updates Ozempic label with potential blocked intestines side effect
The FDA stopped short of saying the potentially life-threatening condition was caused by the drugs, which have become popular for weight loss.
How to get the new COVID vaccine for free, with or without insurance
Americans still have ways to get vaccinated against COVID-19 at no out-of-pocket cost. Here's what to know.
Michigan to receive $3 million for youth mental health services
The funding comes from the Health Resources and Services Administration which is a branch of the federal Department of Health and Human Services.
Spotting the signs of anxiety and stress in the classroom
It isn't unusual to see kids who are feeling uneasy or anxious during the school year.
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David Montgomery runs wild as Lions beat Packers 34-20 to take early command of NFC North
David Montgomery rushed for 121 yards and three touchdowns, and the Detroit Lions asserted themselves as the team to beat in the NFC North, dominating the first half and beating the Green Bay Packers 34-20.
Mel Tucker's attorneys prepare for possible lawsuit against Michigan State University after firing
A day after Michigan State University officially fired football head coach Mel Tucker, his attorneys sent a notice to preserve records to the university for possible litigation.
No. 2 Michigan is preparing to defend old-school Nebraska option offense in its first road game
Second-ranked Michigan will face the challenge of having to defend against the option offense when it plays its first road game Saturday at Nebraska.
Miguel Cabrera's career coming to close with Tigers, leaving lasting legacy in MLB and Venezuela
Miguel Cabrera's career will end with the Detroit Tigers on Sunday against Cleveland at Comerica Park, where a sold-out crowd will include a few thousands fans paying for standing-room only tickets to cheer for him one more time.
Hawkeyes will test Michigan State acting coach's claim that his team is on verge of a breakthrough
Michigan State acting coach Harlon Barnett says the Spartans are very close to a breakthrough.
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Michigan Matters: Where are the Female CEOs in Michigan?
With over 50 percent of Michigan's population being female and most working outside the home, an all-star lineup of experts --- Carey Oven, Leslie Murphy, Carla Bailo, and Terry Barclay appear to provide an update of how women are faring in corporate America.
Michigan Matters - Region gears up for electric opportunities
Massive change is underway as the move to electric continues to unfold.
Michigan Matters - Focusing on diversity, equity and inclusion
Former Michigan Gov. Rick Snyder appears to talk about SensCy – a cybersecurity company he launched in Ann Arbor to help companies and organizations across the state prevent problems.
Michigan Matters - Author! Author! Noted Writers Take Center Stage
Metro Detroit is blessed with many talented writers and this Sunday "Michigan Matters" features a special encore episode with four serial authors as they talk about their latest books, their inspiration and how they brought their books to life.
Michigan Matters - Detroit's future getting a reboot through startups
The Motor City's heritage was built on companies launched here that grew into huge corporations like Ford and General Motors.
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Former UAW spokesperson reacts to Shawn Fain calling for additional 7,000 workers to strike
Former UAW spokesperson Brian Rothenberg discusses UAW President Shawn Fain's latest announcement calling for 7,000 workers to strike.
UAW expanding strike at General Motors, Ford
Fain called for UAW workers to walk out at noon at GM's Lansing Delta Assembly and Ford's Chicago Assembly Plant.
Judge: Oxford High School shooter can be sentenced to life without parole
Oakland County Judge Kwame Rowe announced Friday that Oxford High School shooter Ethan Crumbley can spend the rest of his life in prison without the possibility of parole for killing four students in November 2021.
UAW President Shawn Fain calls for an additional 7,000 workers to go on strike
United Auto Workers President Shawn Fain on Friday called for an additional 7,000 UAW workers to strike at noon Friday.
NEXT Weather Forecast September 29, 2023 (Today)
Dry conditions today with warmer temperatures today, but not much sunshine. NEXT Weather Meteorologist Karen Carter tells us when we'll see sunshine, hot temps, and if more fog will form. www.cbsdetroit.com/weather