Second-hand smoke reached 2.7 billion in 2023
An estimated 2.71 billion people worldwide, including 767 million children under age 15, were exposed to second-hand smoke in 2023, and that exposure contributed to about 1.66 million deaths, according to a Global Burden of Disease Study 2023 analysis published in The Lancet Public Health on September 7, 2026. According to the analysis, second-hand smoke […]
FDA withdraws Krazati Erbitux colorectal approval
The Food and Drug Administration has withdrawn the accelerated approval of Krazati (adagrasib) in combination with Erbitux (cetuximab) for adults with KRAS G12C-mutated locally advanced or metastatic colorectal cancer who have previously been treated with a fluoropyrimidine-, oxaliplatin-, and irinotecan-based chemotherapy regimen. The withdrawal took effect September 1, 2026, according to the FDA’s list of […]
Abbott TactiFlex Duo ablation catheter approved
The Food and Drug Administration approved Abbott’s TactiFlex Duo Ablation Catheter, Sensor Enabled, a device that combines pulsed-field ablation and radiofrequency energy in a single catheter to treat complex atrial fibrillation, according to a company announcement dated September 8, 2026. Atrial fibrillation, or AFib, is an irregular heart rhythm that increases the risk of stroke […]
FDA approves Etcamah for ESR1 breast cancer
The Food and Drug Administration on September 4, 2026 granted accelerated approval to Etcamah (camizestrant) in combination with a CDK4/6 inhibitor for adults with hormone-receptor-positive, HER2-negative locally advanced or metastatic breast cancer whose tumors develop an ESR1 mutation during aromatase-inhibitor and CDK4/6-inhibitor therapy, based on an FDA-authorized test. According to the FDA drug-approval notice, this […]
Kofinas garlic olive oil recalled by FDA
LMSI LLC, doing business as Kofinas Olive Oil, is voluntarily recalling its Garlic Mediterranean Infused Extra Virgin Olive Oil because the product contains a garlic essential oil that is not approved for culinary use, according to the recall notice posted by the Food and Drug Administration. The recalled product was bottled in glass bottles in […]
HHS names four permanent senior FDA leaders
The Department of Health and Human Services on September 8, 2026, named four permanent senior leaders at the Food and Drug Administration, filling the top posts at the drug, biologics, and tobacco centers and creating a new deputy commissioner role focused on technology and artificial intelligence. Michael Davis, M.D., Ph.D., moves from acting director to […]
Detroit Households Can Prepare for Extreme Heat Events with New Resource Guide
As the summer season intensifies, Detroit residents are advised to prepare for potential extreme heat events. A new resource guide, developed by local public health and emergency management agencies, aims to equip households and community organizers with information on managing the impacts of prolonged high temperatures. The guide focuses on public-facing information, including schedule adjustments […]
Extreme Heat’s Broad Impact on Public Health and Travel in Detroit Area
A significant heat event is currently affecting large swaths of the country, prompting a focus on the multifaceted risks associated with prolonged periods of extreme temperatures. This phenomenon, characterized by sweltering conditions, extends beyond immediate discomfort to pose substantial challenges to public health infrastructure, workplace safety, travel logistics, and household preparedness. Science and health reporting […]
Detroit Households Can Prepare for Heat Events With New Public Resource Guide
As summer temperatures continue to pose a risk, Detroit residents can now access a comprehensive guide designed to help them prepare for and manage the impacts of heat events. The resource, compiled by local and regional public agencies, offers practical information on potential disruptions to daily life, including changes to public transportation schedules, utility service […]
Extreme Heat Coverage Highlights Public Health and Travel Risks in Detroit
A significant heat wave is currently affecting large swaths of the country, prompting national coverage that connects the persistent extreme heat to critical planning needs. The reporting underscores the intersection of public health and the logistical challenges posed by such weather events, particularly concerning health-care systems, workplace safety, and household preparedness. Extreme heat has been […]