New MRI brain scan predicts Alzheimer's risk years before symptoms develop
Elevated levels of this certain chemical element in the brain could serve as an early warning sign for Alzheimer's disease, researchers say.
Elevated levels of this certain chemical element in the brain could serve as an early warning sign for Alzheimer's disease, researchers say.
Virginia expands COVID-19 vaccine access under new guidelines
Confusion over COVID-19 vaccine access in Virginia is clearing up after new guidance from the state’s health department confirmed that prescriptions are no longer required for most adults.
Confusion over COVID-19 vaccine access in Virginia is clearing up after new guidance from the state’s health department confirmed that prescriptions are no longer required for most adults.
Latest 'MAHA' childhood disease report 'lacks details,' critics say
A new 20-page “MAHA” report prioritizes investigations into vaccine injuries, chemical exposure, prescription drugs and other factors as drivers for chronic childhood disease.
A new 20-page “MAHA” report prioritizes investigations into vaccine injuries, chemical exposure, prescription drugs and other factors as drivers for chronic childhood disease.
Virginia AG announces investigation into insulin pricing
The cost of insulin is now being investigated in Virginia.
The cost of insulin is now being investigated in Virginia.
These states have the highest vaccination rates, data suggests
New data has ranked all 50 states across three key dimensions including children and teen immunization rates, adult and elderly rates, and immunization uptake disparities.
New data has ranked all 50 states across three key dimensions including children and teen immunization rates, adult and elderly rates, and immunization uptake disparities.
7-Eleven pays DC $1.2M in vape lawsuit settlement
7-Eleven will pay $1.2 million to resolve allegations that 16 of its stores illegally sold vapes and e-cigarettes near DC schools.
7-Eleven will pay $1.2 million to resolve allegations that 16 of its stores illegally sold vapes and e-cigarettes near DC schools.
What is 'kissing bug' disease? Expert says Chagas disease is endemic
Dr. Michael Scoma, an infectious disease physician, deems the 'kissing bug' disease endemic. The illness has recently spread in the United States and, although symptoms may appear harmless, the effects can be life-threatening, according to Scoma.
Dr. Michael Scoma, an infectious disease physician, deems the 'kissing bug' disease endemic. The illness has recently spread in the United States and, although symptoms may appear harmless, the effects can be life-threatening, according to Scoma.
Deadly 'kissing bug' disease becoming endemic in the US: CDC
Chagas disease, also known as the “kissing bug" disease, is spreading across the United States, and some researchers believe it should now be classified as an endemic,
Chagas disease, also known as the “kissing bug" disease, is spreading across the United States, and some researchers believe it should now be classified as an endemic,
Tylenol-maker shares sink after report says RFK's HHS will link drug to autism
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. directed the HHS to investigate potential causes of autism and will release a report on the findings.
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. directed the HHS to investigate potential causes of autism and will release a report on the findings.
How obtaining a COVID vaccine in DC, Maryland and Virginia has changed
There has been a major shift in the nation's COVID-19 vaccine policy. The change impacts vaccine availability across the country, including in Virginia, Maryland and Washington, D.C.
There has been a major shift in the nation's COVID-19 vaccine policy. The change impacts vaccine availability across the country, including in Virginia, Maryland and Washington, D.C.
Chagas disease carried by the kissing bug spreading across US: What to know
Chagas disease, a potentially deadly condition transmitted by an insect known as the "kissing bug", is now considered an endemic in the US.
Chagas disease, a potentially deadly condition transmitted by an insect known as the "kissing bug", is now considered an endemic in the US.
Governor DeSantis announces Florida MAHA Commission, vows to end all vaccine mandates
Gov. Ron DeSantis announced on Wednesday that Florida is establishing a Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) Commission at the state level.
Gov. Ron DeSantis announced on Wednesday that Florida is establishing a Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) Commission at the state level.
Study finds common nasal spray may lower risk of COVID-19 infection
A recent clinical trial has found that a commonly used nasal spray for allergies may also help lower the risk of COVID-19 infection.
A recent clinical trial has found that a commonly used nasal spray for allergies may also help lower the risk of COVID-19 infection.
Human plague case reported; patient likely exposed while camping
The New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH) has reported the first case of human plague in 2025.
The New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH) has reported the first case of human plague in 2025.
Common painkillers may fuel deadly superbugs that resist antibiotics, study warns
Ibuprofen and acetaminophen increased genetic mutations in E. coli during lab tests.
Ibuprofen and acetaminophen increased genetic mutations in E. coli during lab tests.
FDA limits access to updated COVID-19 shots: What we know
Millions of healthy adults and children who are interested in getting an updated COVID-19 shot for extra protection may have to cross several new hurdles to do so.
Millions of healthy adults and children who are interested in getting an updated COVID-19 shot for extra protection may have to cross several new hurdles to do so.
What is screwworm? Symptoms, prevention and treatment
The first human case of New World screwworm was confirmed in the United States after a Maryland resident was diagnosed earlier this month.
The first human case of New World screwworm was confirmed in the United States after a Maryland resident was diagnosed earlier this month.
FLESH EATING PARASITE IN MARYLAND: First US case of New World Screwworm
The first human case in the United States of New World Screwworm, a flesh-eating parasite, was in Maryland, health officials are saying.
The first human case in the United States of New World Screwworm, a flesh-eating parasite, was in Maryland, health officials are saying.
Screwworm confirmed in US with first human case reported in Maryland: CDC
New World screwworm, a flesh-eating parasite, has been detected in the United States for the first time.
New World screwworm, a flesh-eating parasite, has been detected in the United States for the first time.
Study links COVID-19 infections to increased asthma, allergy risk
A large study led by Karolinska Institutet found people who had COVID-19 face a higher risk of developing asthma, sinusitis and hay fever, but vaccination appears to reduce those risks.
A large study led by Karolinska Institutet found people who had COVID-19 face a higher risk of developing asthma, sinusitis and hay fever, but vaccination appears to reduce those risks.