Dr. Marty Makary Resigns as FDA Commissioner Dr. Marty Makary has resigned from his position as the commissioner of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), as confirmed by President Donald Trump on May 12. In a social media post, Trump revealed that Makary had informed him of his decision to step down, effective Tuesday. While Makary did not offer an explicit reason for his resignation, Trump praised his leadership, calling him a “hard worke

WASHINGTON — Health officials are warning of a rising number of extensively drug-resistant shigella infections in the United States, describing the trend as a growing public health threat linked to increasing antibiotic resistance. In a report released on Wednesday, April 9, 2026, federal health authorities said drug-resistant cases of shigella have steadily increased over the past decade. According to surveillance data, such cases accounted for 0% of reported infections between 201

Health officials across North America are raising concerns over a growing surge in measles cases, urging travelers to remain cautious and ensure they are vaccinated. The warning follows multiple confirmed exposures at major U.S. airports, increasing fears of renewed transmission of the highly contagious disease that had been largely controlled for decades through widespread immunization. The latest alert comes after an individual infected with measles was present at Philadelphia Int

WASHINGTON — The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has announced a recall of certain lots of ByHeart Whole Nutrition Infant Formula following a multi-state investigation into a cluster of infant botulism cases. The outbreak, which spans ten states, has resulted in 13 hospitalizations since August, though no deaths have been reported. Federal health officials said the recall applies to two specific lots of ByHeart powdered formula with “use by” dates of December 1. The af

A 71-year-old woman in Texas tragically died from a rare but deadly brain infection caused by a microscopic organism known as Naegleria fowleri. This fatal incident occurred after the woman performed a nasal rinse using unboiled tap water taken from her RV while staying at a campground. The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) confirmed in a report that the contaminated water, which was inadequately disinfected, introduced the amoeba to her body through her nasal passages. The

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has formally filed a chargesheet against senior Congress leaders Sonia Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi in connection with its ongoing money laundering investigation into the National Herald case. This marks the first time that both leaders have been officially charged in this high-profile case, which has been under scrutiny for several years. The chargesheet, submitted to a special court in Delhi on April 9, 2025, also names five other individuals, including Indian Overs

During his speech addressing Congress, US President Donald Trump raised concerns over the rising prevalence of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in the United States. He claimed that the country has witnessed a dramatic spike in autism cases, stating, "Not long ago, one in 10,000 children had autism. Now it's one in 36. There's something wrong."Trump’s statement has reignited discussions around the causes of

The ongoing battle between the Enforcement Directorate (ED) and Arvind Kejriwal, the chief of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), took a significant turn today with the Ministry of Home Affairs giving its nod for the prosecution of Kejriwal. This decision is connected to the ongoing money laundering case linked to the controversial Delhi excise policy. Earlier, Delhi's Lieutenant Governor, VK Saxena, had already granted permission for the prosecution of the former Delhi Chief Minister. T

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has reported a concerning increase in tularemia cases, also known as "rabbit fever," over the past decade. This infectious disease is caused by Francisella tularensis, a bacterium spread through various transmission methods, such as bites from infected ticks, deer flies, and direct contact with infected animals like rabbits and rodents. A particularly alarming finding in the CDC report is the risk of contracting the

In a recent statement to Parliament, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman shared significant developments regarding the government's efforts to recover assets from fugitive businessmen. Properties worth ₹14,131 crore that once belonged to Vijay Mallya have been seized and handed over to public and private sector banks. This is part of the larger ₹22,280 crore recovered by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) to settle debts of fugitive businessmen, including Mallya, Mehul Choksi, and Nirav

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has launched an investigation into Siemens concerning the Andhra Pradesh Skill Development case, which has raised serious allegations of financial mismanagement. Despite the gravity of the situation, the ED has exonerated current Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu, asserting that there is no evidence linking him or his administration to the alleged corruption. The inquiry stems from accusations made by the Andhra Pradesh Crime Investigation Department

G Srinivasa Rao, who served as the Director of Health during K. Chandrashekar Rao's (KCR) tenure as Chief Minister of Telangana, has resigned from his position following the transition of power to the Congress government. Known for his close association with KCR, Srinivasa Rao was recognized and rewarded for his loyalty, despite facing criticism regarding the management of the COVID-19 pandemic. His resignation comes as part of a broader shift in the administration, with the new governmen