CDC Sends Team To Investigate Possible New York Polio Outbreak
The deployment comes after a 20-year-old man in the state tested positive for the disease.
New COVID Variant BA.4.6: What Is Known About The Virus Strain
The new BA.4.6 variant of Omicron has been detected in 43 countries, including the U.S.
Monkeypox State Of Emergency Declared In Three US States
California, New York and Illinois have the most number of monkeypox cases in the U.S., government data showed.
Salmonella Outbreak Linked To Jif Peanut Butter Is 'Over': CDC
Affected products "should no longer be in stores."
Gone For A Decade, Polio Reappears In US After Case Detected In New York City
The first case of polio in nearly a decade was detected in the United States after a patient tested positive for the virus in New York City
Woman With Monkeypox Symptoms Turned Away By Several Doctors
The woman was allegedly instructed to contact the CDC instead, but the agency was also unable to help.
Iowa Beach Closed After Visiting Swimmer Is Infected With Rare Brain-Eating Amoeba
An Iowa lake was forced to temporarily close over the weekend after a visitor from Missouri was infected with a rare brain-eating amoeba known as Naegleria fowleri.
Monkeypox: CDC Activates 'Emergency Operations Center'; US To Offer More Vaccines
The Biden-Harris Administration announced the first phase of its "national monkeypox vaccine strategy" Tuesday.
CDC Recommends Wearing Masks Due To Another Disease Spreading Globally
Cases of monkeypox have been reported in 32 countries, including Australia, England, Mexico and the United States.
COVID-19 Vaccine Data: CDC Found US Pharmacies Wasted 82.1 Million Doses
With billions shelled out to keep doses free for greater access, the U.S. ensured that doses were not in short supply.
Is Monkeypox An STD? Cases Reported In 20 Countries
An ongoing outbreak of the virus in North America and Europe is primarily spreading through sex among men, according to the World Health Organization.
Monkeypox Case Suspected In NYC; CDC Tracking Reported Clusters
The CDC is monitoring the clusters in "countries that don't normally report monkeypox."
Hepatitis In Children: CDC Continues Investigation As Patient Numbers Rise To 180
The number is up from 109 cases reported on May 5.
100,000 Americans Died Of Drug Overdoses In 2021, Shattering Previous Grim Records
The number of overdose deaths in the United States went over the 100,000 mark in 2021, marking a new grim record in the nation.
COVID-19 Outbreak In Cruise Ship Leaves 143 Passengers Sick Despite Vaccinations
The Ruby Princess docked in California with passengers who tested positive for COVID-19 three times since January.
CDC Warns Of Severe Liver Damage Among Kids: What To Know
The Centers for Disease Control has alarmed health officials to be on the lookout for potential cases of children with hepatitis.
Pushing Fourth COVID Vaccine Shot May Not Be Best Strategy Against Virus, Says CDC Panel
A CDC panel warned that a fourth dose of a COVID-19 vaccine may not be the best or most effective strategy to combat the virus going forward.
Former Trump Surgeon General Slams Federal Judge For Ending Mask Mandate On Public Transit
Jerome Adams, who served as Surgeon General during the Trump administration, slammed a judge's decision to end the CDC mask mandate on public transportation.
How To Predict The Next Pandemic: The CDC Launches Infectious Disease Forecasting
The CDC has created a new branch to predict and respond to potential future outbreaks.
Retail Industry Responsible For Price Hikes Amid COVID-19 Pandemic And Inflation, Report
A recent report identified companies that have influenced rising prices during the COVID-19 pandemic and inflation.
Federal Judge Rules Against Biden Administration On Mask Mandate For Public Transit, Says CDC Overstepped
A federal judge in Florida struck down President Joe Biden's order to extend a mask mandate for public transportation as several states and cities express concern about the stealth subvariant of COVID-19.
COVID-19 vs. Allergies Symptoms Chart: How To Tell The Difference, According To CDC
Medical experts still urge those who are unsure of what condition they have to assume they have COVID-19 until proven otherwise.
COVID-19 Vaccine: How Common Are Heart Issues After Doses? New Studies Find Results
Two studies published Monday concluded the risks of heart inflammation following COVID-19 vaccination
46% Of Oregon's COVID-19 Cases In March Were Fully Vaccinated Residents
Despite the number of breakthrough cases, health authorities in Oregon said the incidence of COVID-19 is still "much higher" in unvaccinated individuals than in vaccinated ones.
Meningococcal Disease Outbreak Affecting Gay, Bisexual Men In Florida: Health Authorities
The disease is preventable via the meningococcal conjugate vaccine.
COVID-19 Vaccine: Why Moderna Revoked Over 700,000 Doses In Europe
Moderna confirmed Friday that 764,000 doses of its notable COVID-19 vaccine will be revoked
COVID-19 Vaccine: How Long Does The FDA Have To Determine If More Doses Are Needed?
In a meeting Wednesday, the FDA said that regulators need to determine if additional COVID doses are needed by this time
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi Tests Positive For COVID-19
After testing negative earlier this week, a spokesman confirmed Thursday that Nancy Pelosi has COVID-19.
COVID-19: WHO Analysis Finds Actual Number Of Infections 97% Higher On This Continent
A study conducted by the WHO found that the actual number of COVID-19 infections on this continent is 97% higher than what has been reported
COVID-19 Update: Will You Need Another Booster Dose? Regulators Discuss
Regulators discuss the need for additional COVID-19 booster doses