2 people die from monkeypox in NYC
New York City Health officials confirm that two people have died in the city from monkeypox (MPV).
New York City Health officials confirm that two people have died in the city from monkeypox (MPV).
RSV virus outbreak: Children's hospitals overwhelmed by sick kids
Cases of respiratory syncytial virus, also known as RSV, have exploded across the nation, including in Connecticut where one hospital is considering calling in the National Guard for help.
Cases of respiratory syncytial virus, also known as RSV, have exploded across the nation, including in Connecticut where one hospital is considering calling in the National Guard for help.
New COVID subvariants are resisting immunity and treatments. Should you be worried?
Emerging Omicron subvariants XBB, BQ.1, and BQ1.1 are likely resistant to some of the top drugs used to treat COVID-19 infections, experts warn.
Emerging Omicron subvariants XBB, BQ.1, and BQ1.1 are likely resistant to some of the top drugs used to treat COVID-19 infections, experts warn.
Diabetes-related weight loss drugs facing supply issues amid viral trend
Recently, billionaire Elon Musk admitted to using Wegovy to help him lose weight.
Recently, billionaire Elon Musk admitted to using Wegovy to help him lose weight.
CDC’s Dr. Walensky tests positive for COVID-19
Dr. Walensky, who is up-to-date with vaccination, is experiencing mild symptoms, the CDC said.
Dr. Walensky, who is up-to-date with vaccination, is experiencing mild symptoms, the CDC said.
Facing death, NJ woman's body weakens while her spirit stays strong
Amanda DeAngelis was once an active, professional woman. Then a rare combination of debilitating diseases took away her bright future. She can't process food or drink anymore. Most days she is so weak she can't speak. But Amanda and her husband Chris are sharing an important message.
Amanda DeAngelis was once an active, professional woman. Then a rare combination of debilitating diseases took away her bright future. She can't process food or drink anymore. Most days she is so weak she can't speak. But Amanda and her husband Chris are sharing an important message.
Pfizer says COVID-19 vaccine will cost $110-$130 per dose
Pfizer said the commercial pricing for adult COVID-19 vaccine doses could start in early 2023, depending on when the U.S. government phases out its program of buying the shots.
Pfizer said the commercial pricing for adult COVID-19 vaccine doses could start in early 2023, depending on when the U.S. government phases out its program of buying the shots.
Study: Pandemic may have altered personality, making young adults more neurotic, less agreeable
The research found that the pandemic made U.S. adults under 30 "moodier and more prone to stress, less cooperative and trusting, and less restrained and responsible."
The research found that the pandemic made U.S. adults under 30 "moodier and more prone to stress, less cooperative and trusting, and less restrained and responsible."
Young boy dies after contracting brain-eating amoeba after swimming in Lake Mead
A juvenile has died from a brain-eating amoeba after swimming in Lake Mead earlier this month. Health officials are saying the death was rare.
A juvenile has died from a brain-eating amoeba after swimming in Lake Mead earlier this month. Health officials are saying the death was rare.
Nevada boy dies from brain-eating amoeba that might have infected him in Lake Mead
Naegleria fowleri, a brain-eating amoeba, is found in warm lakes and rivers.
Naegleria fowleri, a brain-eating amoeba, is found in warm lakes and rivers.
Turkey prices up 73% compared to last year due to factors like the bird flu
Turkey businesses dealing with cases of the bird flu are having their production for the holiday season impacted as the cost of turkey rises at grocery stores.
Turkey businesses dealing with cases of the bird flu are having their production for the holiday season impacted as the cost of turkey rises at grocery stores.
More gardens, green space might boost life spans in poorer neighborhoods, study finds
Every 10% increase in natural space and private gardens was linked to a 7% drop in early death among those younger than 65, the study found.
Every 10% increase in natural space and private gardens was linked to a 7% drop in early death among those younger than 65, the study found.
Gas stoves in California leaking cancer-causing benzene, study finds
Homes in almost every region in the study — Greater Los Angeles, the San Francisco Bay Area, Sacramento and Fresno — had benzene levels that far exceed the limit determined to be safe.
Homes in almost every region in the study — Greater Los Angeles, the San Francisco Bay Area, Sacramento and Fresno — had benzene levels that far exceed the limit determined to be safe.
COVID-19 linked to increase in pregnancy-related deaths in the US
COVID-19 drove a dramatic increase in the number of women who died from pregnancy or childbirth complications in the U.S. last year, a crisis that has disproportionately claimed Black and Hispanic women as victims.
COVID-19 drove a dramatic increase in the number of women who died from pregnancy or childbirth complications in the U.S. last year, a crisis that has disproportionately claimed Black and Hispanic women as victims.
FDA OKs Novavax COVID-19 booster dose
The Food and Drug Administration has authorized a booster dose of the COVID-19 vaccine made by Novavax.
The Food and Drug Administration has authorized a booster dose of the COVID-19 vaccine made by Novavax.
Children whose parents lack warmth more likely to grow up obese, study finds
In a landmark study, researchers in England found that neglectful parenting can lead to a rise in weight gain for children.
In a landmark study, researchers in England found that neglectful parenting can lead to a rise in weight gain for children.
Good sleep is an integral part of heart health, research says
The American Heart Association added sleep duration to its checklist of factors for heart disease, and a recently-published study underscores the importance of getting good rest.
The American Heart Association added sleep duration to its checklist of factors for heart disease, and a recently-published study underscores the importance of getting good rest.
US warned to prepare as COVID cases rise in Europe
Under 15 million Americans have received the latest booster shots.
Under 15 million Americans have received the latest booster shots.
Are you a mosquito magnet? It could be your smell
If mosquitoes love you, it may be because of how you smell. A study published Tuesday finds that people who are "mosquito magnets" have high levels of certain chemicals on the skin that are tied to odor.
If mosquitoes love you, it may be because of how you smell. A study published Tuesday finds that people who are "mosquito magnets" have high levels of certain chemicals on the skin that are tied to odor.
Survey: More than 60% believe migraines, allergies, other ailments will be cured in 100 years
Of the 2,000 participants in the survey, 62% said they believed common ailments such as migraines, allergies and the common cold will either be cured or at least better contained in 100 years.
Of the 2,000 participants in the survey, 62% said they believed common ailments such as migraines, allergies and the common cold will either be cured or at least better contained in 100 years.