A Danish sperm donor unknowingly carrying a TP53 mutation fathered nearly 200 children across Europe. Some offspring already developed cancers — spotlighting inherited risk and calls for stricter screening.
Over 250 people in South Carolina quarantined as a measles outbreak — centered in the Upstate — grows. Officials urge vaccinations and contact tracing to prevent further spread.
Norovirus infections are rising sharply in California and across the U.S., with wastewater and health-system data signaling a significant early surge this winter. The virus — highly contagious and easily spread through surfaces, food, and water — causes vomiting and diarrhea, and thrives in crowded indoor settings.
The FDA has expanded its review of COVID-19 vaccine safety to include possible adult deaths, signaling a rare regulatory re-evaluation though no causal links have been confirmed.
President Donald Trump stunned reporters Wednesday by declaring that continued scrutiny of his health now amounts to “basically treason.” The 79-year-old commander-in-chief, the oldest person ever inaugurated, made the remark hours after the White House released another glowing medical summary certifying him in “exceptional” condition. “I’ve had the best doctors, the best tests — everything is perfect,” Trump said, raising his voice. “Anyone still pushing this garbage after today isn’t just fake news; they’re committing sedition. We’re done.”
Exercise drives better sleep by enhancing quality and duration, while sleep alone does not reliably increase activity, highlighting the importance of daily movement for rest.
In a rare and heartbreaking incident, a man has succumbed to rabies after receiving a kidney transplant from a donor who had contracted the virus while rescuing a kitten from a skunk. Medical experts are calling for heightened awareness regarding rabies transmission and the importance of thorough screening in organ donation practices.
Monroe County experiences a flu surge due to a new strain, prompting vaccination campaigns, hygiene measures, and heightened medical vigilance.
As we age, alcohol affects the body more strongly due to changes in metabolism, body composition, and enzyme activity, making even one drink potentially dizzying.
To kill norovirus at home, experts recommend using a chlorine‑bleach‑based disinfectant — bleach remains the most effective ingredient against the resilient virus.
Insufficient sleep is linked to decreased life expectancy, emphasizing the importance of rest for overall health and longevity.
Exercise in mice slows tumor growth by shifting glucose from tumors to muscles, highlighting the potential role of physical activity in cancer management.
New treatments, including immunotherapy and biologics, bring the closest thing yet to a cure for allergies, offering hope for lasting relief beyond symptom management.
Two sisters mourn their mother’s death as colon cancer rises among young adults, emphasizing the need for early detection, awareness, and preventive health measures.
A healthy man suffered a stroke and permanent damage after consuming excessive energy drinks, highlighting serious cardiovascular and neurological risks of overconsumption.
Experts warn the H3N2 flu variant could make this season as severe as last year’s, urging vaccination, hygiene, and early medical attention to curb its impact.
Over 70 vultures were found dead on a school campus, likely due to bird flu, prompting wildlife investigations, restricted areas, and calls for preventive monitoring.
Nearly 30 new measles cases have been reported in Upstate, prompting vaccination reminders, school precautions, and public health measures to contain the outbreak.
A Fort Hood gynecologist has been charged with secretly filming patients during exams, prompting investigations and renewed calls for stronger oversight in military medical care.
A 19-year-old student died from a rare blood disorder triggered by a common virus, reminding the public of the unpredictability of viral illnesses.
Scientists in England have found a new “recombinant” mpox strain combining two known clades, highlighting ongoing viral evolution and underscoring the need for continued surveillance.
Global and U.S. measles cases surge in 2025 as vaccination rates drop, vaccine-hesitancy spreads, and mobility returns — threatening to undo decades of disease control.
Colon cancer often develops silently. Gastroenterologists highlight what it looks like inside the body and early signs, emphasizing screening and awareness.
Researchers found the microbial metabolite TMA blocks IRAK4, reducing inflammation and improving insulin sensitivity, offering potential new avenues for diabetes therapy.