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.
Pennsylvania measles outbreak surpasses 1,000 cases
Pennsylvania reached a grim milestone on Tuesday, surpassing 1,000 measles cases this year as the state finds itself at the center of its worst years for measles in decades.
Pennsylvania reached a grim milestone on Tuesday, surpassing 1,000 measles cases this year as the state finds itself at the center of its worst years for measles in decades.
NJ among most expensive states to have a baby: Here's how much it costs
Some recent surveys revealed that New York and New Jersey are two of the most expensive states in the country when it comes to giving birth.
Some recent surveys revealed that New York and New Jersey are two of the most expensive states in the country when it comes to giving birth.
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.
NJ reports first West Nile Virus death of 2026 as residents urged to be vigilant
The New Jersey Department of Health has confirmed the state’s first death attributed to the West Nile virus this year.
The New Jersey Department of Health has confirmed the state’s first death attributed to the West Nile virus this year.
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.
Infections linked to 2.3 million global cancer cases in 2024, study finds
A new analysis by the International Agency for Research on Cancer found that infections were linked to approximately 2.3 million cancer cases worldwide in 2024.
A new analysis by the International Agency for Research on Cancer found that infections were linked to approximately 2.3 million cancer cases worldwide in 2024.
Ohio cancer patient sues hospital after surgeon allegedly amputated wrong leg
An Ohio woman is suing after her surgeon allegedly amputated the wrong leg when she underwent a below-the-knee amputation that the lawsuit says was required because of cancer in her right leg.
An Ohio woman is suing after her surgeon allegedly amputated the wrong leg when she underwent a below-the-knee amputation that the lawsuit says was required because of cancer in her right leg.
2 men charged in alleged counterfeit Ozempic smuggling scheme, DOJ says
Two Indian nationals were charged with allegedly smuggling and selling counterfeit Ozempic in the United States, potentially facing up to 71 years in prison if convicted.
Two Indian nationals were charged with allegedly smuggling and selling counterfeit Ozempic in the United States, potentially facing up to 71 years in prison if convicted.
Pennsylvania measles outbreak update: Fifth death confirmed in Lancaster County
An unvaccinated Lancaster County resident has died from measles, the Pennsylvania Department of Health said Wednesday, as the number of confirmed measles cases in the state reached 943 across 39 counties in 2026.
An unvaccinated Lancaster County resident has died from measles, the Pennsylvania Department of Health said Wednesday, as the number of confirmed measles cases in the state reached 943 across 39 counties in 2026.
The surprising link between allergies and suicide risk explained
Could high pollen mean more than sneezing? A study found suicide deaths rose during peak pollen periods, raising new questions about allergies and mental health.
Could high pollen mean more than sneezing? A study found suicide deaths rose during peak pollen periods, raising new questions about allergies and mental health.