Health News

Sickle Cell Disease: What You Need to Know
June 19 is World Sickle Cell Day, the perfect time to learn more about this disease.
Signs of Iron Deficiency Anemia
Worried you might have iron deficiency anemia? Here are the signs to look out for.
Approved: First Gene Therapy for Hemophilia B
There's a new treatment for a serious bleeding disorder.
Multiple Myeloma Rx Gets New Formulation
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved a new formulation of a drug that treats a type of blood cancer.
New Blood Cancer Rx Gets FDA Nod
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved a new medication to treat multiple myeloma.
New Rx Approvals
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved five medications in the last month.
Rx for Low Platelet Counts Approved
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved a new medication to treat low blood platelets, a condition known as thrombocytopenia.
Approved: First Biosimilar to Treat Anemia
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved a new medication to treat anemia.
What Babies Eat May Affect Leukemia Risk
Childhood cancer is rare, but it is still a leading health threat to children and adolescents — surpassed only by accidents. However, babies who are breastfed may be at a lower risk for developing one type of blood cancer in childhood.
What Women Need to Know About Blood Clots
Taking "the pill" has become a routine part of life for many women around the world. But that doesn't mean birth control pills are entirely without risk.