
The CDC hasn’t added 2 deaths to its measles database. Here’s why. - The Washington Post
The deaths have been at the heart of a bitter political dispute between RFK Jr. and Gov. Josh Shapiro (D).

The deaths have been at the heart of a bitter political dispute between RFK Jr. and Gov. Josh Shapiro (D).
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Too much sitting may increase your risk of dementia. Learn why staying active is key for brain health.

The "summer surge," as some have come to call it, has seen COVID-19 activity increasing across most states.

During the 2024-2025 school year, eight counties reported non-medical vaccine exemptions above 5% in their public schools, with one county exceeding 10%.

Three baby goats at a North Carolina petting zoo tested positive for rabies, sparking a statewide effort to track down everyone who interacted with the animals.

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services has identified an Exxon gas station in Hendersonville as another potential measles exposure site.

A new study of over 17,700 participants links higher xylitol blood levels to increased cardiovascular risk, including heart attack and stroke, over future decades.
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This week’s roundup features the health benefits of dates, blueberries, popcorn, peanuts, and green tea for kidney health, blood pressure, and more.

Outbreak in the DRC ‘the fastest-spreading Ebola epidemic ever recorded,’ as country struggles to contain infections.