U.S. Flu Hospitalizations Highest Since 2010 for This Point
U.S. flu hospitalization rates are unusually high for this point in the season but remain relatively low overall. Here is what the trend means and who faces the greatest risk.
Africa at Risk of Continent-Wide Ebola Crisis
Nigeria's reported first Ebola case has prompted warnings about cross-border transmission, strained health systems, and the need for urgent regional coordination.
How to Choose the Best Protein Powder
Some protein powders offer better protein quality, digestibility, taste, and value than others. Learn how whey and plant-based options compare.
GLP-1 Side Effects vs. Benefits: Patient Experiences
GLP-1 medications may reduce appetite, improve blood glucose, and support weight loss, but side effects, cost, access, and individual risks shape each patient's experience.
Florida Dengue Cases Continued to Rise After Emergency
Florida dengue cases continued to rise after an emergency declaration. Learn what the reported Tampa Bay total means, how dengue spreads, and how residents can reduce risk.
US Measles Cases Reach 4,588 as Outbreak Continues
US measles cases have reached 4,588 amid ongoing outbreaks. Learn what the CDC figure means, how measles spreads, and what to do after possible exposure.
Shamonda Virus: What We Know About the Reported Human Case
A reported human Shamonda virus infection in France is under investigation. Authorities have not confirmed the exposure route, cause of death, or human-to-human transmission.
Potential TB Cluster Linked to San Francisco Club
A potential tuberculosis cluster linked to a San Francisco strip club is under investigation. Officials have not confirmed transmission, case numbers, or exposure dates.
Lung Cancer in Nonsmokers: Causes and Risk Factors
Lung cancer can affect people who have never smoked. Learn about radon, secondhand smoke, pollution, workplace hazards, genetics, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention.
Dental Implants May Alter Local Immune Responses
Research suggests dental implants may influence immune activity around surrounding tissues, offering clues about peri-implantitis without proving that implants weaken the whole immune system.
Ferritin Face: What Iron Deficiency Really Looks Like
“Ferritin face” is a social media label, not a diagnosis. Learn what low ferritin means, which symptoms matter, how testing works, and when to seek care.
Prostate Cancer Test May Predict Risk of Death
A reported prostate cancer test may help identify men at highest risk of dying from the disease, but its accuracy, validation, and clinical availability remain unclear.
Shamonda Virus: What France’s First Human Case Means
France has reported the first known human detection of Shamonda virus. Here is what is known about its risks, transmission, symptoms, and unanswered questions.
How Pastors Mobilize Communities Against Ebola in Congo
Pastors and churches can strengthen Ebola response efforts in the Democratic Republic of the Congo by building trust, sharing verified guidance, and connecting communities with health services.
Bird Flu on a Mink Farm: Could It Threaten Humans?
A reported bird flu outbreak on a mink farm raises concerns about mammal-to-mammal transmission, worker exposure, viral adaptation, and official preparedness.
Can Better Sleep Before Surgery Reduce Painkiller Use?
Better sleep before surgery may be linked to less postoperative pain and lower painkiller use, but current evidence does not prove that sleep aids prevent opioid dependence.
Early Flu Rise on the West Coast: Why Vaccination Matters
Flu activity is rising earlier than usual in parts of the US West Coast. Learn what this means, who faces greater risks, and why vaccination still matters.
Why Pennsylvania Measles Risks Extend Beyond US Borders
A measles outbreak in Pennsylvania could spread beyond the United States through travel, uneven vaccination coverage, and delayed detection. Learn how prevention limits wider transmission.
What the RFK Jr. Hepatitis B Study Cancellation Means
A reported cancellation involving an RFK Jr.-associated hepatitis B vaccine study raises questions about research design, funding, transparency, and vaccine safety.
Body-Clock Disruption May Affect One in Four Depression Cases
A large study suggests circadian disruption may be associated with about one in four depression cases, but the finding does not prove that irregular sleep directly causes depression.