Tick bite ER visits hit highest seasonal level in years as doctors warn of disease surge
Tick bite-related ER visits are at their highest seasonal levels since 2017 across most U.S. regions, raising concerns about increased Lyme disease and other tick-borne illnesses.
Tick bite-related ER visits are at their highest seasonal levels since 2017 across most U.S. regions, raising concerns about increased Lyme disease and other tick-borne illnesses.
New hepatitis B drug may be a 'functional cure' for some people
New research implies that a first-of-its-kind drug for hepatitis B could allow some patients to stop treatment without showing signs of the dangerous virus.
New research implies that a first-of-its-kind drug for hepatitis B could allow some patients to stop treatment without showing signs of the dangerous virus.
Recall on superfood vitamins sold on Amazon, Walmart, TikTok Shop, Target sites
Two brands of superfood capsules sold on some of the world’s largest online marketplaces were recalled over Salmonella fears.
Two brands of superfood capsules sold on some of the world’s largest online marketplaces were recalled over Salmonella fears.
FDA advisers considering updating COVID vaccine for new subvariant
An FDA advisory panel is considering updating the COVID vaccine to target the new XFG subvariant.
An FDA advisory panel is considering updating the COVID vaccine to target the new XFG subvariant.
Pam Bondi diagnosed with thyroid cancer weeks after departing as Trump's attorney general: report
Former Attorney General Pam Bondi was diagnosed with thyroid cancer shortly after departing the Department of Justice last month, according to a report.
Former Attorney General Pam Bondi was diagnosed with thyroid cancer shortly after departing the Department of Justice last month, according to a report.
Millions of certain Omnipod insulin pods recalled over leaking defect
Insulet Corporation has issued a voluntary recall affecting approximately 7 million Omnipod insulin pods due to a manufacturing defect that can cause a small tear in the device's tubing.
Insulet Corporation has issued a voluntary recall affecting approximately 7 million Omnipod insulin pods due to a manufacturing defect that can cause a small tear in the device's tubing.
Trump says he 'checked out perfectly' after Walter Reed visit
PresidentTrump spent three hours at the medical center for preventive medical and dental checkups, later posting to social media that “Everything checked out PERFECTLY."
PresidentTrump spent three hours at the medical center for preventive medical and dental checkups, later posting to social media that “Everything checked out PERFECTLY."
One type of sitting may pose greater dementia risk than another, study suggests
New research findings suggest not all sitting behaviors are equal when it comes to protecting long-term brain health.
New research findings suggest not all sitting behaviors are equal when it comes to protecting long-term brain health.
Diet change tied to ‘younger’ biological age in older adults after 4 weeks
Diets rich in complex carbohydrates and plant-based components showed the most pronounced improvements
Diets rich in complex carbohydrates and plant-based components showed the most pronounced improvements
Florida doctor explains Kyle Busch's cause of death: Sepsis
Two-time NASCAR Cup Series Kyle Busch died from severe pneumonia that progressed into sepsis, a family statement said. He was 41 years old. Dr. Jamin Brahmbhatt, a doctor at Orlando Health, explained that sepsis is unpredictable.
Two-time NASCAR Cup Series Kyle Busch died from severe pneumonia that progressed into sepsis, a family statement said. He was 41 years old. Dr. Jamin Brahmbhatt, a doctor at Orlando Health, explained that sepsis is unpredictable.
The 'age' of your blood could predict dementia risk, new study suggests
A new U.K. study suggests that biological age, measured through blood markers tied to inflammation and metabolism, may help predict dementia risk.
A new U.K. study suggests that biological age, measured through blood markers tied to inflammation and metabolism, may help predict dementia risk.
What is 'Murph'? Memorial Day workout honoring fallen Navy SEAL becomes national tribute
Memorial Day is observed across the United States as a time to honor fallen service members, with many Americans paying tribute by completing the challenging “Murph" workout.
Memorial Day is observed across the United States as a time to honor fallen service members, with many Americans paying tribute by completing the challenging “Murph" workout.
Florida reports 2 measles cases in Orange County: Symptoms, how it spreads
The Florida Department of Health is reporting two measles cases in Orange County as of May 16.
The Florida Department of Health is reporting two measles cases in Orange County as of May 16.
Finding the sleep 'sweet spot' could help you live longer, study suggests
A new study reveals that people who sleep too little or too long show signs of accelerated biological aging and higher disease risk.
A new study reveals that people who sleep too little or too long show signs of accelerated biological aging and higher disease risk.
Hantavirus exposure risk may be higher than believed in parts of US, study finds
Researchers found unusually high hantavirus levels in rodents in this area, suggesting greater exposure risk in the surrounding agricultural communities.
Researchers found unusually high hantavirus levels in rodents in this area, suggesting greater exposure risk in the surrounding agricultural communities.
Vanessa Trump reveals breast cancer diagnosis
Vanessa Trump revealed Wednesday that she has been diagnosed with breast cancer and has started a treatment plan.
Vanessa Trump revealed Wednesday that she has been diagnosed with breast cancer and has started a treatment plan.
Planet Fitness free summer pass returns for teens: What to know
Planet Fitness is bringing back its free Summer Pass, giving teens ages 14-19 free gym access. Here’s what to know.
Planet Fitness is bringing back its free Summer Pass, giving teens ages 14-19 free gym access. Here’s what to know.
Parents, here's how to talk to kids about mental health
Kids have a lot to deal with these days, between school and social media, and may not know how to talk about mental health issues, like bullying, stress, or home issues. Dr. Tina Gurnami, a pediatric psychiatrist at AdventHealth for Children, talks about what parents can do to help their kids, and what signs to look for to see if there is a potential mental health crisis going on.
Kids have a lot to deal with these days, between school and social media, and may not know how to talk about mental health issues, like bullying, stress, or home issues. Dr. Tina Gurnami, a pediatric psychiatrist at AdventHealth for Children, talks about what parents can do to help their kids, and what signs to look for to see if there is a potential mental health crisis going on.
Colorado reports adult death linked to hantavirus
Colorado health officials reported that the person who died from hantavirus wasn’t linked to the recent outbreak aboard a cruise ship.
Colorado health officials reported that the person who died from hantavirus wasn’t linked to the recent outbreak aboard a cruise ship.
Heart disease may start in the womb, new study finds
Heart disease during pregnancy may be tied to worse heart health in offspring decades later. Here’s what to know.
Heart disease during pregnancy may be tied to worse heart health in offspring decades later. Here’s what to know.