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Health officials are on high alert following a sharp rise in cases of a potentially deadly tick-borne virus. Powassan virus, first identified in 1958, has hit record levels in the United States, with reported infections climbing above previous annual highs.…
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said Wednesday that it had confirmed at least 48 cases of West Nile virus with 38 of them severe as of June 30, marking the earliest and worst start to the season in…
An 11-year-old boy in Ontario died after being exposed to rabies from a bat, even though there were no obvious signs that he had been bitten. The case, documented in the Canadian Medical Association Journal in late June 2026, has…
Danny Glover has shared in an emotional interview on TODAY that he has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease. The Lethal Weapon star said he received the diagnosis in 2022 but chose to speak publicly about it now as part of…
Serena Williams has spoken candidly about the impact GLP-1 medication has had on her body, her health and the demands of her tennis career, after revealing last year that she had turned to the treatment. The 23-time Grand Slam singles…
As an intense “heat dome” pushes dangerous temperatures across large parts of the United States and record-breaking June heat has swept the United Kingdom, dermatologists are warning about a serious long-term consequence that often goes overlooked: a higher risk of…
Federal health authorities are investigating a parasitic outbreak after a growing number of people across the US reported severe gastrointestinal illness. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) have been tracking recent…
Former child actress Daveigh Chase, best known for voicing Lilo in Disney’s animated classic “Lilo & Stitch” and for her haunting portrayal of the vengeful spirit Samara Morgan in the horror film “The Ring,” died of AIDS, according to the…
— A dangerous heat wave is sweeping across the Midwest and East Coast this week, with heat index values expected to reach dangerous extremes in many areas. The situation is particularly challenging for those without air conditioning, but health experts…
CeraVe, the widely trusted dermatologist-approved skincare brand owned by French cosmetics giant L’Oréal, is facing six class action lawsuits alleging that certain of its acne products contain concerning levels of benzene, a known human carcinogen linked to blood cancers and…
Starting tomorrow, July 1, millions of people with Medicare drug coverage could qualify for lower-cost weight loss medications including Wegovy and Zepbound. GLP-1 treatments have surged in popularity in recent years, but their high cost has kept them out of…
Most people never think twice about taking a step, yet new research suggests how quickly someone begins walking may reveal important information about their overall health and even their chances of survival. For people who are younger or have no…
Former NFL star Chris Johnson has revealed that he is living with ALS, saying the disease has progressed much faster than he ever expected. The former Tennessee Titans running back said he was diagnosed in 2025, when he was 39.…
As the 2026 World Cup runs from June 11 to July 19 across the US, Canada and Mexico, many supporters will be watching late-night fixtures, gathering with friends and celebrating well into the evening. Medical and road safety officials are…
A medical expert has issued a caution over weight loss injections as their use continues to rise across the United States. GLP-1 medications such as semaglutide and tirzepatide were first developed to help treat type 2 diabetes, but they are…
A doctor has shared the key question people should ask themselves before using GLP-1 medications for weight loss, warning that one major misunderstanding often leads people in the wrong direction. Use of GLP-1 treatments such as Ozempic, Wegovy and Zepbound…