Sexually transmitted diarrhea cases soar in US as infections grow resistant to treatment
A CDC report found that extensively drug-resistant Shigella infections are increasing in the country.
A CDC report found that extensively drug-resistant Shigella infections are increasing in the country.
US sees worst Dengue Fever outbreak since the 1930s, experts say
Florida state health officials say more than 200 people have contracted Dengue Fever, making it the largest outbreak of the mosquito-borne disease in about 90 years.
Florida state health officials say more than 200 people have contracted Dengue Fever, making it the largest outbreak of the mosquito-borne disease in about 90 years.
Acetaminophen sold on Amazon recalled over complaints
Amazon shoppers: check your medicine cabinet. More than 112,000 bottles of Amazon-brand Acetaminophen have been recalled, according to the FDA.
Amazon shoppers: check your medicine cabinet. More than 112,000 bottles of Amazon-brand Acetaminophen have been recalled, according to the FDA.
Nicotine vape laws across the Northeast: What you need to know in 2026
The landscape of nicotine vaping regulations keeps shifting. With a patchwork of flavor bans, steep taxes, and a new wave of "registry laws" sweeping the region, what you can legally buy in one state might carry a hefty fine a few miles across the border.
The landscape of nicotine vaping regulations keeps shifting. With a patchwork of flavor bans, steep taxes, and a new wave of "registry laws" sweeping the region, what you can legally buy in one state might carry a hefty fine a few miles across the border.
Diet soda vs water: Study reveals which beverage is better for weight loss
A new study reveals which is better for weight loss: water or diet drinks.
A new study reveals which is better for weight loss: water or diet drinks.
Fall allergies or a cold? Here’s how to tell what’s making you miserable
As fall settles in across the U.S., millions of Americans may find themselves battling seasonal allergies, colds or the flu — illnesses with overlapping symptoms that can be difficult to tell apart.
As fall settles in across the U.S., millions of Americans may find themselves battling seasonal allergies, colds or the flu — illnesses with overlapping symptoms that can be difficult to tell apart.
Most Americans now in favor of Medicare for All, according to new poll
Public support for Medicare for All reached a new high, with a poll finding over half Americans supporting a single-payer healthcare system.
Public support for Medicare for All reached a new high, with a poll finding over half Americans supporting a single-payer healthcare system.
Why it feels like everyone is sick right now: What’s circulating this fall
It may feel like everyone is sick, but CDC data shows several respiratory illnesses are circulating as the fall season gets underway.
It may feel like everyone is sick, but CDC data shows several respiratory illnesses are circulating as the fall season gets underway.
WHO seeks answers after Russian lab worker dies; second pneumonia illness reported
The World Health Organization is seeking more information from Russia after a plague-lab researcher died of unexplained pneumonia and a second illness was reported.
The World Health Organization is seeking more information from Russia after a plague-lab researcher died of unexplained pneumonia and a second illness was reported.
Study finds higher levels of everyday chemicals in baby teeth of kids with autism
A pilot study from The University of Texas at San Antonio Health Science Center found higher levels of several potentially harmful chemicals in the primary teeth of children with autism compared with children without autism.
A pilot study from The University of Texas at San Antonio Health Science Center found higher levels of several potentially harmful chemicals in the primary teeth of children with autism compared with children without autism.
What we know - and don't know - about rare pneumonic plague death of employee at Russian research institute
A possible case of pneumonic plague in Russia presents a "very low" risk outside the country, according to the World Health Organization (WHO), as investigators look into what caused the death from pneumonia of a lab employee there last week.
A possible case of pneumonic plague in Russia presents a "very low" risk outside the country, according to the World Health Organization (WHO), as investigators look into what caused the death from pneumonia of a lab employee there last week.
Pennsylvania measles outbreak passes 1,000 cases in worst year for US since 1991
A measles outbreak in Pennsylvania has become the largest one experienced by a state in more than three decades as the number of reported cases crosses into four-digit territory.
A measles outbreak in Pennsylvania has become the largest one experienced by a state in more than three decades as the number of reported cases crosses into four-digit territory.
New study reveals surprising factor behind 1 in 8 worldwide cancer cases
A new study has identified a surprising factor behind a significant share of cancer cases worldwide.
A new study has identified a surprising factor behind a significant share of cancer cases worldwide.
7 everyday mistakes could be quietly damaging your vision, eye doctor warns
An NYU ophthalmologist reveals these routine mistakes may silently accelerate aging in the eyes and impact vision.
An NYU ophthalmologist reveals these routine mistakes may silently accelerate aging in the eyes and impact vision.
Subtle change in how you speak could be early sign of dementia risk, new research suggests
A recent study is linking voice disorders to an increased chance of developing cognitive impairment.
A recent study is linking voice disorders to an increased chance of developing cognitive impairment.
US monitoring suspected fatal pneumonic plague case in Russia, State Department official says
The State Department is monitoring reports of a suspected fatal pneumonic plague case in Russia and is urging Moscow to share accurate information quickly as details remain unconfirmed.
The State Department is monitoring reports of a suspected fatal pneumonic plague case in Russia and is urging Moscow to share accurate information quickly as details remain unconfirmed.
What are these mushrooms appearing on your lawn?
Little white mushrooms appear every year on lawns across the country. They may look harmless, but you should think twice before touching them.
Little white mushrooms appear every year on lawns across the country. They may look harmless, but you should think twice before touching them.
Silent heart threat found in adults under 30 with no known cardiovascular disease
A buildup of artery-clogging plaque may begin much earlier than many people realize, new research has found.
A buildup of artery-clogging plaque may begin much earlier than many people realize, new research has found.
FDA cyclospora investigation: Parasite detected at Mexican farm linked to massive lettuce outbreak
FDA inspectors found cyclospora at a Mexican farm linked to a U.S. outbreak that sickened nearly 13,000 people, though the contamination source remains unclear.
FDA inspectors found cyclospora at a Mexican farm linked to a U.S. outbreak that sickened nearly 13,000 people, though the contamination source remains unclear.
Milwaukee baby sickened after formula swapped with flour at gas station
A Milwaukee mother said baby formula bought at a gas station was replaced with cooking flour. Her 3-month-old baby ingested the substance and suffered constipation before recovering.
A Milwaukee mother said baby formula bought at a gas station was replaced with cooking flour. Her 3-month-old baby ingested the substance and suffered constipation before recovering.