Child dies from brain-eating amoeba after swimming in Nebraska river
The organism is typically found in warmer freshwater sources, though officials warn it’s being identified farther north “as previously cooler regions become warmer and drier.”
The organism is typically found in warmer freshwater sources, though officials warn it’s being identified farther north “as previously cooler regions become warmer and drier.”
50,000 monkeypox vaccines set aside for gay pride events, health officials say
At least a dozen U.S. pride events are scheduled over the next two months.
At least a dozen U.S. pride events are scheduled over the next two months.
DC monkeypox online data tracker identifies cases in the District
The D.C. Department of Health is now publishing monkeypox data online to track current cases in the District.
The D.C. Department of Health is now publishing monkeypox data online to track current cases in the District.
FDA allows hearing aids to be sold over-the-counter; When you could see them in stores
Millions of Americans either need hearing aids now or they will need them in the future – and experts said the devices are likely about to become more accessible and more affordable for many.
Millions of Americans either need hearing aids now or they will need them in the future – and experts said the devices are likely about to become more accessible and more affordable for many.
University of Maryland reports first presumptive case of monkeypox
The University of Maryland reported its first presumptive case of monkeypox on Wednesday, according to university health officials.
The University of Maryland reported its first presumptive case of monkeypox on Wednesday, according to university health officials.
Zimbabwe: 157 unvaccinated children died amid measles outbreak
At least 2,056 cases have been reported and virtually all of the deaths have been children who were not vaccinated.
At least 2,056 cases have been reported and virtually all of the deaths have been children who were not vaccinated.
Northern Virginia 91-year-old fulfills dream of becoming honorary Eagle Scout
It’s a crowning achievement for anyone boy who does the work that’s required – becoming an Eagle Scout. Now, as of just a few days ago, Northern Virginia has a new, very much unofficial Eagle Scout.
It’s a crowning achievement for anyone boy who does the work that’s required – becoming an Eagle Scout. Now, as of just a few days ago, Northern Virginia has a new, very much unofficial Eagle Scout.
CDC orders changes after confusing COVID-19 pandemic response
The agency has long been criticized as too ponderous, focusing on collection and analysis of data but not acting quickly against new health threats.
The agency has long been criticized as too ponderous, focusing on collection and analysis of data but not acting quickly against new health threats.
South Carolina court temporarily blocks 'fetal heartbeat' law that bans abortions around 6 weeks
The South Carolina “fetal heartbeat” law banning abortion around six weeks is no longer in effect after the state Supreme Court on Wednesday temporarily blocked it.
The South Carolina “fetal heartbeat” law banning abortion around six weeks is no longer in effect after the state Supreme Court on Wednesday temporarily blocked it.
Most people infected with COVID-19 Omicron variant didn’t know it, study says
More than half of people who were likely infected with the COVID-19 Omicron variant last fall didn’t know they had the virus, which could be why it spread so fast, a new study finds.
More than half of people who were likely infected with the COVID-19 Omicron variant last fall didn’t know they had the virus, which could be why it spread so fast, a new study finds.
Human brain not meant to stay awake past midnight, researchers say
Changes in the brain during the nighttime hours can make a person more likely to view the world negatively, engage in harmful behavior, and make impulsive decisions, according to the researchers.
Changes in the brain during the nighttime hours can make a person more likely to view the world negatively, engage in harmful behavior, and make impulsive decisions, according to the researchers.
What's in the Inflation Reduction Act? Health care, climate change goals become law
President Joe Biden arrived at the White House promising to “build back” America, and now he has signed into law legislation with a slimmer version of that idea.
President Joe Biden arrived at the White House promising to “build back” America, and now he has signed into law legislation with a slimmer version of that idea.
Owners spread monkeypox to their dog, doctors report
Health officials are warning people who are infected with monkeypox to stay away from household pets, since the animals could be at risk of catching the virus.
Health officials are warning people who are infected with monkeypox to stay away from household pets, since the animals could be at risk of catching the virus.
Monkeypox: What to know as back-to-school season looms in DC, Maryland and Virginia
School is almost back in session in D.C., Maryland and Virginia, and after years of worrying about COVID-19, many students and parents are now wondering whether they should be concerned about monkeypox as well.
School is almost back in session in D.C., Maryland and Virginia, and after years of worrying about COVID-19, many students and parents are now wondering whether they should be concerned about monkeypox as well.
FDA allows new class of hearing aids to be purchased without a prescription
The devices will be sold online or over-the-counter at pharmacies and other retail stores.
The devices will be sold online or over-the-counter at pharmacies and other retail stores.
Scottish government makes period products free for all
The Scottish government said it became the first in the world to legally protect the right to access free period products.
The Scottish government said it became the first in the world to legally protect the right to access free period products.
Jeannette Reyes, baby Bella and husband go viral on TikTok for 'anchor voice' video
"Good morning, Bella. It's 9:52. Hopefully you slept well, certainly no one else did, but we're not going to point any fingers!"
"Good morning, Bella. It's 9:52. Hopefully you slept well, certainly no one else did, but we're not going to point any fingers!"
DC mobile vaccine clinic helps bring essential back-to-school shots to children in the District
D.C. students can get their essential back-to-school vaccines at free mobile vaccine clinics that are making the rounds across the District.
D.C. students can get their essential back-to-school vaccines at free mobile vaccine clinics that are making the rounds across the District.
Viral TikTok trend has people 'mouth taping' themselves before bedtime as doctors express caution
Medical professionals are raising eyebrows — and concerns — over a new viral TikTok trend known as "mouth taping." Some users on the video-sharing platform claim that mouth taping helps if people are searching for a better night's sleep.
Medical professionals are raising eyebrows — and concerns — over a new viral TikTok trend known as "mouth taping." Some users on the video-sharing platform claim that mouth taping helps if people are searching for a better night's sleep.
Election seasons are stressful; here are ways to cope
With midterms well underway and the next presidential election right around the corner, here are some tips on how to stay sane through election season.
With midterms well underway and the next presidential election right around the corner, here are some tips on how to stay sane through election season.