Officials working with schools to prevent teenage overdoses in Virginia
Amid a sharp rise in teenage overdoses in Virginia, federal and local agencies are combining resources to prevent another tragedy ahead of the school year.
Amid a sharp rise in teenage overdoses in Virginia, federal and local agencies are combining resources to prevent another tragedy ahead of the school year.
Rainwater unsafe to drink everywhere on Earth due to 'forever chemicals,' study says
PFAS, nicknamed “forever chemicals” because they last so long in the environment, have been linked to a wide range of harmful health effects.
PFAS, nicknamed “forever chemicals” because they last so long in the environment, have been linked to a wide range of harmful health effects.
Langya: Scientists monitoring newly-detected virus after 35 infected in China
The new virus, called Langya henipavirus (LayV), was reported in patients in eastern China and is thought to have emerged in shrews. Here’s what scientists know so far.
The new virus, called Langya henipavirus (LayV), was reported in patients in eastern China and is thought to have emerged in shrews. Here’s what scientists know so far.
Monkeypox: What you should know as U.S. declares public health emergency
As more countries around the world, including the U.S., report cases of monkeypox, here's what you need to know about the relatively rare disease, and some of the things people can do to prevent the disease's spread.
As more countries around the world, including the U.S., report cases of monkeypox, here's what you need to know about the relatively rare disease, and some of the things people can do to prevent the disease's spread.
Ashton Kutcher reveals vasculitis diagnosis, says he couldn't walk, talk or hear
Ashton Kutcher revealed he couldn't walk, hear or talk after being diagnosed with vasculitis two years ago.
Ashton Kutcher revealed he couldn't walk, hear or talk after being diagnosed with vasculitis two years ago.
Medical student dies during 102-mile bike ride for cancer research
Mason Fisher, 27, suffered a medical event at the 100-mile mark.
Mason Fisher, 27, suffered a medical event at the 100-mile mark.
DC Health provides weekly monkeypox vaccination clinics for eligible residents
D.C. Health officials will be hosting walk-up monkeypox vaccination clinics at three separate locations throughout the District on Fridays.
D.C. Health officials will be hosting walk-up monkeypox vaccination clinics at three separate locations throughout the District on Fridays.
Spain reports first deaths from acute hepatitis in children
Spain health officials say 46 cases have been reported and three required liver transplants. In the U.S., there have been at least 180 hepatitis cases and six reported deaths.
Spain health officials say 46 cases have been reported and three required liver transplants. In the U.S., there have been at least 180 hepatitis cases and six reported deaths.
Man who threatened to kill Dr. Fauci sentenced to over 3 years in federal prison
The man who made threats via email to Dr. Anthony Fauci, and several other health officials, was sentenced Thursday to 37 months in prison followed by three years of supervised release.
The man who made threats via email to Dr. Anthony Fauci, and several other health officials, was sentenced Thursday to 37 months in prison followed by three years of supervised release.
US declares monkeypox outbreak a public health emergency
The U.S. has declared a public health emergency to bolster the federal response to the outbreak of monkeypox that already has infected more than 6,600 Americans.
The U.S. has declared a public health emergency to bolster the federal response to the outbreak of monkeypox that already has infected more than 6,600 Americans.
NUK glass baby bottles sold on Amazon recalled over high lead levels
The recalled NUK-branded baby bottles were not intended to be sold in the U.S., according to the Consumer Product Safety Commission.
The recalled NUK-branded baby bottles were not intended to be sold in the U.S., according to the Consumer Product Safety Commission.
Monkeypox cases reported within D.C.'s homeless community
More than 250 cases of monkeypox have been reported across the District, according to the CDC.
More than 250 cases of monkeypox have been reported across the District, according to the CDC.
Monkeypox vaccine sign-ups now available in parts of Maryland
Some Maryland residents can begin to sign up for Monkeypox vaccines. Supply of the two-dose Jynneos vaccine across the country remains limited and in Maryland, officials announced yesterday that they have only enough doses to vaccinate just 3,202 patients and that and additional supply may not be available until the fall. Today, some counties across the state are beginning to offer ways for residents to sign up for when vaccinations become available.
Some Maryland residents can begin to sign up for Monkeypox vaccines. Supply of the two-dose Jynneos vaccine across the country remains limited and in Maryland, officials announced yesterday that they have only enough doses to vaccinate just 3,202 patients and that and additional supply may not be available until the fall. Today, some counties across the state are beginning to offer ways for residents to sign up for when vaccinations become available.
Eating ultra-processed food linked to faster cognitive decline in older adults, study says
Participants who ate more than 20% of their daily calorie intake from ultra-processed foods were more likely to suffer a decline in cognitive function, according to the study.
Participants who ate more than 20% of their daily calorie intake from ultra-processed foods were more likely to suffer a decline in cognitive function, according to the study.
Back-to-school physicals in high demand
Some pediatric offices are facing delays in appointment availability.
Some pediatric offices are facing delays in appointment availability.
Senate OKs bill to expand aid to veterans exposed to toxic burn pits, sends to Biden
The Senate has given final approval to a bill enhancing health care and disability benefits for millions of veterans exposed to toxic burn pits while serving in Iraq and Afghanistan.
The Senate has given final approval to a bill enhancing health care and disability benefits for millions of veterans exposed to toxic burn pits while serving in Iraq and Afghanistan.
Stress and the brain: Study finds certain types of stress can benefit your mind
The lead author of the study says low to moderate stress levels are connected to lower mental health problems and improved brain functioning.
The lead author of the study says low to moderate stress levels are connected to lower mental health problems and improved brain functioning.
Maryland monkeypox vaccinations, testing update announced by health officials
Maryland officials have provided an update on the state's response to monkeypox including vaccination and testing efforts.
Maryland officials have provided an update on the state's response to monkeypox including vaccination and testing efforts.
Catherine Hoggle set to appear in court later this week
The Montgomery County mother charged in the murder of her two children back in 2014 has a court hearing this week, and some are concerned depending on the judge's ruling, she may eventually be let out without ever facing accountability.
The Montgomery County mother charged in the murder of her two children back in 2014 has a court hearing this week, and some are concerned depending on the judge's ruling, she may eventually be let out without ever facing accountability.
Woman who has called DC, MD and VA home celebrates 108th birthday; shares secret to staying young
A happy belated to a woman who truly represents the entire D.C. region! Maryland resident Mrs. Sally Washington turned 108-years-old over the weekend.
A happy belated to a woman who truly represents the entire D.C. region! Maryland resident Mrs. Sally Washington turned 108-years-old over the weekend.