Italy's Ferrero to buy WK Kellogg in $3.1 billion deal
Nutella maker Ferrero will acquire WK Kellogg, known for Corn Flakes, Froot Loops and Rice Krispies.
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RFK Jr.'s new vaccine panel makes decisions
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s new panel of vaccine advisers to the Centers for Disease Control made its first decisions on Thursday. It's their first official move after Kennedy Jr. fired the former experts, replacing them with his own picks. CBS News health reporter Alex Tin has more.
Nestle to stop using artificial dyes in U.S. foods, beverages by mid-2026
Nestle says it will eliminate artificial colors from its U.S. food and beverages by the middle of 2026. It's the latest big food company making that pledge.
Novo Nordisk ends Wegovy sales on Hims & Hers over "deceptive marketing"
Novo Nordisk said it will stop selling Wegovy on Hims & Hers, claiming the telehealth company sold knockoff versions of the weight-loss drug.
FDA approves HIV prevention drug taken as twice-yearly injection
Clinical trials showed 99.9% of participants who received the drug, called Yeztugo from company Gilead Sciences, remained HIV negative.
Why FDA approval of new HIV drug is a big deal
Decades after an AIDS diagnosis was a death sentence, the FDA approved the first drug that is almost totally effective at preventing the disease. Dr. Jon LaPook joins to discuss what it means.
Makary on removing artificial dyes from food
One of the country's biggest food manufacturers is getting on board with Health Secretary RFK Jr.'s plans to stop the industry from using synthetic dyes. FDA Commissioner Dr. Marty Makary joins "The Takeout" to discuss.
General Mills will remove artificial dyes from all foods by end of 2027
The company said Tuesday that 85% of its retail products and "nearly all" of its school offerings are already made without "certified colors."
Kraft Heinz to remove artificial dyes from products sold in U.S.
Kraft Heinz said it will remove artificial dyes from its U.S. products by end of 2027 and stop making new products that contain the dyes.
Salmonella outbreak tied to eggs makes dozens sick across 7 states
The August Egg Company recalled about 1.7 million brown organic and brown cage-free egg varieties distributed to grocery stores between February and May.
FDA food inspector vacancies near 20% after Trump hiring freeze
The Trump administration's cost-cutting efforts have encouraged departures and stalled hiring at the FDA.
FDA to review abortion pill mifepristone for safety. Here's what to know.
HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. asked the FDA "to review the latest data on mifepristone," but experts say concerns about the abortion pill's safety are misguided.
Breaking down FDA's new probe into mifepristone
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has asked Food and Drug Administration Commissioner Marty Makary "to review the latest data on mifepristone," raising questions about the drug commonly referred to as the abortion pill. Dr. Celine Gounder joins to discuss.
Pentagon reviewing books as part of DEI purge
The Defense Department is reviewing more than 500 books available to students in DoD-run K-12 schools to see if they conform to President Trump's efforts to remove all traces of diversity, equity and inclusion from the federal government. CBS News' Eleanor Watson, Alex Tin and Olivia Rinaldi join with the latest.
Moderna's new COVID-19 vaccine mNexspike approved by FDA
The new COVID-19 vaccine from Moderna, mNexspike, is made in a way that allows for a lower dose.
U.S. reports cases of new COVID variant NB.1.8.1 behind surge in China
Authorities in Hong Kong say COVID-19 levels are the worst in at least a year.
FDA limiting access to COVID-19 vaccine
The Food and Drug Administration is limiting the number of Americans who can get an annual COVID-19 vaccine shot. Dr. William Schaffner, professor of infectious diseases at Vanderbilt University Medical Center, joins CBS News with more.
FDA expands COVID vaccine warning about possible side effect
The FDA is requiring COVID vaccine makers Pfizer and Moderna to update their warnings about the possible risk of myocarditis and pericarditis.
Who can get updated COVID vaccines this fall? FDA tightening rules
FDA advisers are set to meet Thursday to decide on updates for this fall's COVID shots.
Why the FDA is tightening access to COVID boosters
The Food and Drug Administration says it has decided to continue approving COVID-19 vaccine updates for seniors and others at higher risk of severe disease, but will require vaccine makers to conduct major new clinical trials before approving them for wider use. Dr. Celine Gounder breaks it down.
Patients fear losing affordable weight loss drugs
Weight loss drugs for many people may soon get a lot more expensive -- a shortage of them had actually led to lower prices. Kris Van Cleave explains how that happened and why prices could go up.
FDA makes changes to COVID vaccine framework
The Food and Drug Administration has outlined new regulations for COVID-19 booster shots, setting stricter approval standards for younger and healthier Americans. CBS News medical contributor Dr. Céline Gounder breaks down the changes.
FDA greenlights marketing of first Alzheimer's blood test for some patients
Japan-based Fujirebio's test, which helps doctors diagnose Alzheimer's disease, is intended for patients with signs of cognitive decline.
High levels of arsenic found in rice sold in stores across U.S., report finds
A report from the organization Healthy Babies, Bright Futures is bringing attention to toxic heavy metals and elements such as arsenic, cadmium, lead and mercury that could be in your rice.
FDA to revisit approval of "yoga mat" bread ingredient banned in Europe
The FDA is prioritizing the review of some previously approved food additives, including ADA, dubbed the "yoga mat" chemical.
Hurricane Isaias threatens Gulf Coast with rain, flooding. See its path.
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