Malaria in Maryland: First local case in decades alarms health officials

Maryland has confirmed a case of locally acquired malaria in the state for the first time in more than 40 years, the state's health department said Friday.

West Nile virus detected in Anne Arundel County

Mosquitoes in Anne Arundel County tested positive for West Nile virus earlier this month, according to the Anne Arundel County Department of Health. 

US suicide rate reached highest number ever last year

Experts caution that suicide is complicated, and that recent increases might be driven by higher rates of depression or limited availability of mental health services.

US suicides hit an all-time high last year

About 49,500 people took their own lives last year in the U.S., the highest number ever, according to new government data posted Thursday.

COVID-19 took a toll on heart health as doctors still determine how to help

Research showed that up to a year after a bout of COVID-19, some people can develop problems ranging from blood clots to irregular heartbeats to a heart attack.

COVID-19 hospitalizations in the US resurge, marked by different patterns

Here we go again: COVID-19 hospital admissions have inched upward in the United States since early July in a small-scale echo of the three previous summers.

ALS: What you should know about the incurable, debilitating disease

With news that actress Sandra Bullock's longtime partner has died due to ALS, people are once again talking about the debilitating, incurable illness. Here's what you should know about the condition that is also known as Lou Gehrig's Disease.

1st pill for postpartum depression approved by FDA

Federal health officials have approved the first pill to specifically treat depression after childbirth.

Even just 1 alcoholic drink a day may increase blood pressure, study finds

Researchers analyzed modest intakes of alcohol in contrast to previous studies that have shown that consuming high amounts can lead to higher blood pressure levels.