Flu activity increasing in Illinois, driving state back up to high levels of respiratory illness

There was a ‘notable’ increase in emergency department visits and hospital admissions for the flu during the week that ended Jan. 25, according to the Illinois Department of Public Heal…

Weight loss jabs to have tougher checks over fears drugs supplied ‘inappropriately’

The pharmacy regulator is working with other bodies to jointly tackle inappropriate advertising and promotions of the drugs

Woman suffers pain for 20 years until her mystery ailment is finally diagnosed

A woman described her battle with pain for the better part of 20 years — until an MRI scan finally revealed what was causing her so much discomfort. Here's what she learned about endometriosis.

USAID notice instructs staffers not to go to agency headquarters Monday, after Musk said Trump agreed to shut it down

USAID notice instructs staffers not to go to agency headquarters Monday, after Musk said Trump agreed to shut it down.

Uganda starts clinical trial of vaccine for Sudan strain of Ebola amid new outbreak

Uganda has begun a clinical trial of a vaccine against the Sudan strain of Ebola following an outbreak that has killed one nurse in the east African country.

Ohio Department of Health reports first human case of bird flu in state

The Ohio Department of Health has reported its first human case of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza, also known as bird flu.

Cows Have Been Infected With a Second Form of Bird Flu

A new version of the virus is widespread in wild birds but had not previously been detected in cows.

Ibuprofen could boost memory and intelligence study finds

The painkiller commonly used to relieve headaches, toothache, back pain and cold symptoms, may speed up reaction times, boost memory and intelligence, according to researchers.

Heart Stopping Surprises: Causes of Heart Attack & Stroke

Did you know heart disease claims a life in the U.S. every 37 seconds? While you may already know the main culprits behind heart disease there are other unexpected risk

Microplastics Could Accumulate in Our Brains More Than in Kidneys And Livers

That's concerning.

Fossil fuel executive Chris Wright confirmed as energy secretary, a key role in Trump’s quest for US 'energy dominance'

Fossil fuel executive Chris Wright confirmed as energy secretary, a key role in Trump’s quest for US 'energy dominance.'

Can you get bird flu from eating eggs? Milk? Poultry? What to know about staying safe

Being mindful of where your food comes from and how it’s prepared will go a long way toward keeping you, your loved ones, and your community safe.

New Bird Flu Strain Detected In Cows In Nevada

The strain killed an elderly Louisiana resident in January and hospitalized a Canadian child late last year.

Ohio reports first probable case of human bird flu

A farm worker in Mercer County is believed to be Ohio's first case of bird flu.

Weight Loss Drugs and Their Lesser Known Side Effects on Relationships

Doctors warn about their physical side effects, but they can also have unexpected effects on intimacy.

Nearly two dozen cases of bird flu found at poultry and dairy farms in Riverside County

The Riverside University Health System has reported 23 cases of bird flu found at various poultry and dairy farms across Riverside County. There have been no human cases reported in the county so far.

Caroline County Poultry Farm Calls for Awareness About the Threat of Bird Flu

A Caroline County poultry farm is urging the community to take avian influenza seriously following confirmed cases in the Delmarva region.

Bird flu reported in Montgomery Co. backyard flock, officials say

A case of the highly infectious avian influenza, or bird flu, has been detected in a Montgomery County, Maryland, backyard flock, officials announced Thursday.

Flu Cases Are Surging

At least 24 million cases have been reported so far this season — and the virus is still spreading widely.

US officials detect second bird flu strain in dairy cattle

Experts say discovery raises questions about wider spread of virus and difficulty of controlling infections in animals

As bird flu ravages poultry industry, the damage spreads

After the current strain of bird flu, H5N1, reached the U.S. in 2022, more than 148 million birds have been euthanized. What is the outbreak's potential impacts on humans, the poultry industry, egg prices, and U.S. exports?

Uganda's Ebola outbreak: Vaccine trial for Sudan strain begins

There is currently no approved vaccine for the highly contagious and deadly Sudan strain of Ebola.

COVID Lockdowns Disrupted A Crucial Skill Among Young People

The study found the effect of lockdown was even more severe on those from lower socioeconomic backgrounds.

What to know about polio vaccines

Here is what we know about polio as a disease, its vaccines and the likely number of lives saved through inoculation.

Pharmacies to require more checks before selling weight-loss jabs

Online pharmacies will no longer be allowed to use customer pictures or questionnaires as evidence.

Could the Bird Flu Become Airborne?

Scientists were slow to recognize that Covid spreads through the air. Some are now trying to get ahead of the bird flu.

US egg prices expected to climb further as farmers strained by bird flu outbreak

About 14.7 million egg-laying hens have been affected as wholesale price of eggs climbs as much as 40 cents a week

Average human brain may contain a spoonful of plastic: study

Researchers at the University of New Mexico found the average brain has the equivalent of about 7 grams of microplastics — 50% more than studies revealed in 2016. The potential health implications are still unclear.

How the brain's little blue dot regulates your sleep

The locus coeruleus is emerging as a major new area of research interest, with many important functions such as regulating our attention and sleep.

THIS fibre can give you Ozempic-like weight loss benefits-Check details

According to the scientists, only beta-glucan was found to increase the number of Ileibacterium found in the mouse intestine.

Tougher rules on weight loss jabs after people with eating disorders get prescriptions

New checks on people wanting drugs such as Wegovy or Mounjaro will include verifying their body mass index in a video consultation, in person, or via GP or medical records.

Measles Outbreak Hits Town in Texas

As of Tuesday, 22 children and two adults had been infected, all of whom were unvaccinated, local officials said.

People with alcohol-use disorder drank less on Ozempic, small study shows

And other health news stories to read this Thursday.

Ugandan health authorities are set to begin an Ebola vaccine trial after new outbreak kills a nurse

Ugandan officials are preparing to deploy a trial vaccine as part of efforts to stem an outbreak of Ebola in the capital, Kampala.

Cows infected by lethal bird flu strain showing respiratory symptoms, Nevada says

How to Prevent a Bird Flu Pandemic

Leading virologist Angela Rasmussen breaks down everything you should know about the latest bird flu outbreak, including how worried Americans should be.

Doctors And Medical Professionals, Tell Us How The Trump Administration Is Already Changing Your Work

From trans healthcare to reproductive rights, things are already looking a little different.

As bird flu ravages poultry industry, the damage spreads

Ibuprofen could boost memory and intelligence study finds

The painkiller commonly used to relieve headaches, toothache, back pain and cold symptoms, may speed up reaction times, boost memory and intelligence, according to researchers.

First suspected human case of bird flu identified in Ohio

It involves a farm worker who was in contact with deceased commercial poultry.

First Outbreak of Highly Pathogenic H5N9 Reported in U.S. Ducks

Nearly 119,000 birds have been culled at a farm in California after a bird flu called H5N9 was detected among the poultry

Ohio reports state’s first human case of bird flu in poultry farm worker

Ohio has recorded its first probable case of highly pathogenic avian influenza, or bird flu, in humans.

Ohio Department of Health reports first human case of bird flu in the state

A Mercer County farm worker came into contact with dead poultry that was infected with the disease, the state's health department reports.

Dairy herds in Nevada test positive for newer bird flu strain that’s been linked to severe human infections

Six dairy herds in Nevada have tested positive for a newer strain of the H5N1 bird flu virus that’s been associated with severe infections in humans, according to the Nevada Department of Agriculture.

America's No. 1 Silent Killer: What It Is and When to Get Screened

If you haven't already, now is a good time to get your annual physical on the books.

H5N9 in Poultry, Tuberculosis Outbreak in Kansas and RFK, Jr.’s Confirmation Hearings

In this week’s roundup, catch up on the spread of bird flu in the U.S., a tuberculosis outbreak in Kansas and lessons from fossilized vomit.

Nurse seduced paraplegic patient and told him she loved him

Kelsey Christine Fulweiler, 28, had her license suspended for two years and is being sued for psychological distress by Patrick Schur, 44, who claims he suffers PTSD as a result.

Ohio’s first human case of bird flu in 2025 reported in our area

The ODH advised the public to avoid direct contact with wild birds or sick or dead poultry.

Key social skills in young children declined after the pandemic

Preschoolers' cognitive skills declined after COVID-19 lockdowns. Lower-income children suffered most post pandemic.

Do you need a measles booster? Here’s what experts say

Measles cases are popping up across the country, especially in areas with lower vaccination rates.

A new type of bird flu has been found in dairy cows in Nevada

The strain of bird flu is distinct from what has previously been found in dairy cattle. The finding means the virus has again spilled over from birds to cows, and it raises some worrying questions.

Deadly impact of microplastics: How they block blood flow in the brain, study reveals - The Times of India

Microplastics have been found to travel to the brain, causing blockages and deteriorating cognitive functions. Recent studies on mice reveal these par

Marijuana Dependence Linked to Higher Risk of Death

Two new Canadian studies are the largest to date looking at death rates and psychosis associated with cannabis use disorder.

Scientists discover strange phenomenon impacting latest bird flu outbreak: 'We don't know exactly why'

For nearly 40 years, scientists have gathered at Delaware Bay to track flu viruses in the bird population, hoping to catch early signs of potentially dangerous outbreaks.

Bird Flu identified in Seneca County

On Jan. 10th, along Lakeshore Landing in the town of Romulus, geese carcasses were collected by the New York State Dept. of Environmental Protection. The DEC sent the geese for testing at Cornell’s Wildlife Lab where they tested positive for bird flu.

Bloomberg - Are you a robot?

Kansas reckons with large tuberculosis outbreak as health officials hamstrung

Experts fear consequences of Trump’s restrictions on CDC as state sees one of largest outbreaks ever recorded in US

The U.S. Is Having Its Mildest Covid Winter Yet

But there have been plenty of other illnesses to go around.

US officials issue travel warning over Ebola outbreak

Working to stop overseas outbreaks before they reach America was complicated by Trump’s order to stop working with the WHO

'Food controlled me and my GP dismissed it - why I turned to weight loss jab'

Lana Hart, 29, has given a searingly honest account about why she turned to weight loss injection Mounjaro amid a national clampdown on rogue online sellers

Bird flu is taking a massive toll on wild animals, researchers find

Researchers are reporting mass die offs of wild birds and sea mammals due to bird flu. They're tracking the deaths to better understand the virus and how it might create a greater threat to humans.

Spinal stimulation restored muscles wasted by rare genetic disorder

Three patients with spinal muscular atrophy had improved muscle strength and could walk farther after a month of daily spinal stimulation.

Number of never-smokers diagnosed with lung cancer is on the rise

Patients who have never smoked now account for a greater number of lung cancer cases than those with a history of smoking, according to a new global study.

UK online pharmacies face stricter rules for sales of weight-loss jabs

Regulators to tighten up criteria after concerns over inappropriate private prescriptions of popular drugs

Orange County flu cases surge to levels "worse than COVID," doctor says

As bird flu cases rise, it’s time to put away your bird feeders

Although bird flu numbers aren’t as high in the Shenandoah Valley, experts at the Wildlife Center of Virginia recommend taking down any bird feeders.

Ibuprofen could boost memory and intelligence study finds

The painkiller commonly used to relieve headaches, toothache, back pain and cold symptoms, may speed up reaction times, boost memory and intelligence, according to researchers.

A farm worker has contracted Ohio's first human case of bird flu: What to know

Ohio Department of Health reported that a farm work has contracted the first human case of bird flu.

Measles outbreak in Texas rises to 24 cases as New Mexico reports illness

New Mexico's case is from a county that borders the Texas outbreak location, though the patient hadn't traveled to the area.

Lung Cancer Cases In Never-Smokers On The Rise: Lancet Study

Cases of lung cancer among those who never smoked is on the rise and air pollution could be contributing to the increase, according to a new study.

First human bird flu case reported in Ohio, Department of Health confirms

A farmer in Mercer County, Ohio has been infected with bird flu, the Ohio Department of Health announced Wednesday. He is one of dozens of people nationwide infected during the current outbreak.

Change to online fat jab sales in bid to stop people pretending to be obese

ONLINE fat jab sales will be tightened up with video or face-to-face chats mandatory under new industry rules. Pharmacies selling weight loss injections have been told to get a patient’s GP medical…

Woman fighting for her life with organ failure consuming beloved drink

A 20-year-old gym-goer from Texas was left fighting for her life after she consumed a popular energy drink and then went into cardiac arrest while working out.

New Study Finds Big Increase In Microplastics Found In Human Brains

Most of the plastics found in brain tissue were tiny nanoplastics far narrower than a human hair.

Ugandan health authorities are set to begin an Ebola vaccine trial after new outbreak kills a nurse

Ugandan officials are preparing to deploy a trial vaccine as part of efforts to stem an outbreak of Ebola in the capital, Kampala

A Type of Fiber Could Have Weight Loss Benefits Similar to Ozempic

And it's found in everyday foods.

On the frontline against bird flu, egg farmers fear they're losing the battle

The tools the US used to contain previous bird flu outbreaks just aren't working this time, according to some agricultural experts. Some egg farmers have called for vaccinations for poultry.

A new Ebola Sudan vaccine trial is underway

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Massachusetts sees highest number of flu cases in years and only 2 out of 5 people are vaccinated

The number of flu cases in Massachusetts is at its highest percentage in years, according to the Department of Public Health, and they're urging everyone to get vaccinated.

Eye Doctors Are Finding New Links Between Ozempic and Vision Problems

A new case series links GLP-1 use to three different eye conditions, all of which can lead to blindness.

Fidgeting at your desk? Your body may be trying to tell you something

That spontaneous restless movement plays an important role in our health. Here's what to do the next time you find yourself bouncing your knee or clicking and unclicking your pen.

What are the symptoms of bird flu? Avian flu cases top 126K in New York

Health officials urged people to identify avian flu symptoms early and properly cook chicken and eggs to limit risk of infections.

Weight-Loss Drugs Like Ozempic Can Help Alcohol Addiction

A new study tested the effect of semaglutide—known as Ozempic and Wegovy—on alcohol addiction.

Alarming levels of microplastics found in human brains

A new study finds that microplastics and nanoplastics accumulate at higher levels in the brain than in the liver and kidney.

Video New study on microplastics in the brain

ABC News' Dr. Tara Narula discusses a recent study indicating an increasing buildup of microplastics in the brain.

The aspirin mistake: 29 million take it daily, not realizing costs outweigh benefits

Daily, low-dose aspirin is no longer recommended for the prevention of stroke and heart attack in older adults not at higher risk of heart disease.

Second type of bird flu detected in US dairy cows

Dairy cattle in Nevada have been infected with a new type of bird flu that's different from the version that has spread in herds since last year. U.S.

Video New study looks at microplastics in our brains

The study looked at brain samples collected in 2024, finding a 50% increase in microplastics compared to samples collected back in 2016.

Health Alert Network (HAN) - 00521 | Ebola Outbreak Caused by Sudan virus in Uganda

What you need to know about bird flu in the United States

Currently, there are a total of 67 confirmed human cases in the United States and one death associated with the bird flu.

With little government intervention, bird hunters left to protect themselves from HN51

The Ohio Division of Wildlife says bird flu is presumed to have infected the state's wildlife. What, if anything, do you need to do in response?

WHO says 6 contacts of Ugandan Ebola patient are ill, vaccination efforts could begin Sunday

Test results on the sick people are pending, and a top WHO official said the outbreak response is proceeding rapidly.

Fundraiser for Crescent Duck Farm workers at North Fork Brewing Company hopes to save a Long Island tradition

North Fork Brewing Company contributed $1 from every pint and pack of beer sold and 20% of sales from a food truck, plus 100% of money from a raffle.

Uganda starts clinical trial for Ebola vaccine after latest outbreak

Uganda initiates Ebola trial after a nurse’s death from the virus.

An experimental spinal treatment may help people with a paralyzing genetic disorder

Electrical stimulation of the spinal cord strengthened the muscles of three people with spinal muscular atrophy, a rare motor neuron disease.

9-year-old Randolph County girl dies from flu complications, flu cases increasing

Madeline Vernon died from flu complications at the age of 9. Health officials confirm the current flu season is at a 15-year high.

Scientists warn of 'worrying' microplastic levels in human brain

Brains of people with dementia shows greater accumulation of these particles

Alcohol Makes Me Anxious. Is That Normal?

We asked experts if alcohol can cause anxiety to spike and what you can do about it.