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The Food and Drug Administration has withdrawn the accelerated approval of Krazati (adagrasib) in combination with Erbitux (cetuximab) for adults with KRAS G12C-mutated locally advanced or metastatic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 […]
Northville Prepares for Summer Heat: A Guide to Community Resources and Schedule Adjustments
As summer temperatures continue to rise, Northville residents can access a range of public resources designed to mitigate the impacts of extreme heat events. City and community organizations are coordinating to provide information on schedule adjustments, transportation modifications, utility preparedness, and access to public cooling centers. The focus of these preparedness efforts is to ensure […]
Extreme Heat Event Highlights Public Health and Travel Risks
A widespread heat wave has settled over large portions of the country, bringing sweltering conditions that are prompting renewed attention to public health and safety planning. The current event underscores the growing risks associated with extreme temperatures, which scientists increasingly link to climate change. While specific local temperatures for Northville were not detailed in the […]
Northville Prepares for Summer Heat: A Guide to Public Resources and Schedule Adjustments
Northville is bracing for the summer heat, with local authorities and community organizations providing resources to help residents navigate potential disruptions. As temperatures climb, public facilities, transportation schedules, and community events may see adjustments. This guide outlines available resources for managing the impacts of extreme heat on daily life in Northville. Public health officials emphasize […]
Extreme Heat Poses Broad Public Health Risks Across Nation
A significant heat wave is currently impacting large swaths of the country, prompting coverage that connects the persistent extreme temperatures to a range of public health and logistical challenges. This broad heat event, characterized by sweltering conditions, necessitates a focus on risk context across various sectors. Extreme heat has emerged as a leading cause of […]