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West Nile virus detected in southern state as health officials warn residents about mosquitoes - Fox News

West Nile virus detected in southern state as health officials warn residents about mosquitoes - Fox News

Nashville detects West Nile virus in mosquitoes for the first time in 2026, prompting officials to urge residents to eliminate standing water and use DEET.

Heat wave warning: Common medications that can increase your risk of heat illness - ClickOnDetroit | WDIV Local 4

Heat wave warning: Common medications that can increase your risk of heat illness - ClickOnDetroit | WDIV Local 4

A heat wave can be dangerous for anyone, but some everyday prescription and over-the-counter medications can make it harder for the body to handle high heat, increasing the risk of dehydration, dizziness, fainting, and heat illness.

CDC seeks source of parasitic outbreak linked to ‘explosive’ diarrhea in multiple states - The Hill

CDC seeks source of parasitic outbreak linked to ‘explosive’ diarrhea in multiple states - The Hill

People usually become infected from eating contaminated food or water.

11-year-old boy dies from rabies after waking up to bat on his face - USA Today

11-year-old boy dies from rabies after waking up to bat on his face - USA Today

A new medical report details how an 11-year-old boy died of rabies after waking up with a bat on his face while sleeping. Here's more on his death.

‘World’s most contagious disease’ on track for highest US cases in 35 years — doc warns: ‘We are allowing it to spread’ - New York Post

‘World’s most contagious disease’ on track for highest US cases in 35 years — doc warns: ‘We are allowing it to spread’ - New York Post

“This is a major public health warning sign,” epidemiologist Dr. Syra Madad told The Post. “The US is already close to last year’s total with about half the year still ahead.&#822…

My Boyfriend and I Signed Up for a Summer of Madness. Now Our Sex Life Is Reaping the Consequences. - Slate Magazine

My Boyfriend and I Signed Up for a Summer of Madness. Now Our Sex Life Is Reaping the Consequences. - Slate Magazine

Why did we do this?

6-year-old girl bitten by rabid bat while playing outside her Wisconsin home, family says - NBC News

6-year-old girl bitten by rabid bat while playing outside her Wisconsin home, family says - NBC News

The girl’s mother said her sons killed the bat with a homemade “Braveheart”-inspired sword. Her daughter is recovering.

Even high amounts of coffee may lower your risk for liver disease - CNN

Even high amounts of coffee may lower your risk for liver disease - CNN

Drinking coffee may lower your risk for liver cancer and other liver disease, according to a new study.

The Best Vegetable to Help You Poop, According to Dietitians - EatingWell

The Best Vegetable to Help You Poop, According to Dietitians - EatingWell

Do peas help with constipation? Green peas provide fiber, fluids and magnesium to support regularity and digestive health. Learn how peas help you poop.