Insects 4 hours ago Local dengue fever cases confirmed in Florida Keys, spread by mosquito bites Two locally acquired cases of mosquito-borne dengue fever have been confirmed in the Florida Keys. Officials and experts share prevention efforts as infections hit record highs around the world.
Colorado 12 hours ago NIH's bat vivarium for virology studies in Colorado sparks concern from residents, academics The National Institutes of Health is collaborating with Colorado State University to construct a virology research center to study infected bats on the school's Foothills campus
HEALTH 1 day ago Alabama woman bitten by rabid fox while unloading groceries from car: 'Public health threat' An Alabama woman was recently bit by a rabid fox as she unloaded groceries from her car, according to local reports. Dr. Marc Siegel of New York weighed in on risks and treatment.
Coronavirus 1 day ago Tennessee woman awarded nearly $700K after being fired for refusing COVID-19 vaccine requirement A Tennessee woman who was fired for refusing BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee's COVID-19 employee vaccine mandate received a nearly $700,000 settlement.
HEALTH 2 days ago Amid summer COVID surge warning from CDC, should you worry? Doctors weigh in A summer COVID surge is underway in the U.S., warns the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention — so should you be concerned? Two doctors share their input on risks and prevention.
Washington 3 days ago Kinkajou found abandoned and wandering Washington state road A type of exotic pet made famous by Paris Hilton was rescued earlier this week after being found climbing a dusty Washington road pole and leaving officials scratching their heads.
INFECTIOUS DISEASE 6 days ago Shigella outbreak: 10 cases confirmed among Santa Clara County homeless community, 22 suspected Ten individuals in the homeless community of Santa Clara County, California, have been confirmed for infection by shigella bacteria, with a further 22 suspected.
Vaccine June 26 House hearing exposes Biden FDA 'politicization,' fallout of rushed COVID vaccine approval for kids, military House Republicans heard from doctors and other witnesses about the “politicization" of the FDA under the Biden administration regarding the COVID vaccine.
POLITICS June 26 GOP senators invoke statute to force HHS answers on COVID origins: 'Full-fledged cover-up' Five senators invoked a statute requiring HHS Sec. Becerra to provide responses to multiple requests on COVID-19 origins and vaccine safety dating back to 2020.
INFECTIOUS DISEASE June 26 CDC warns of mosquito-driven virus as cases spike The CDC has released a fresh health advisory warning about the spread of the mosquito-born dengue virus as infections are soaring around the globe.