These states have the highest vaccination rates, data suggests
New data has ranked all 50 states across three key dimensions including children and teen immunization rates, adult and elderly rates, and immunization uptake disparities.
New data has ranked all 50 states across three key dimensions including children and teen immunization rates, adult and elderly rates, and immunization uptake disparities.
Deadly 'kissing bug' disease becoming endemic in the US: CDC
Chagas disease, also known as the “kissing bug" disease, is spreading across the United States, and some researchers believe it should now be classified as an endemic,
Chagas disease, also known as the “kissing bug" disease, is spreading across the United States, and some researchers believe it should now be classified as an endemic,
Flu vaccines: What you need to know this year
Vaccine makers update the flu shot each year to guard against the influenza strains most likely to surface this fall and winter. The newest versions are already being shipped out so it's a good time to start planning to get your shots. FOX Medical Team's Dr. Mike has all the details.
Vaccine makers update the flu shot each year to guard against the influenza strains most likely to surface this fall and winter. The newest versions are already being shipped out so it's a good time to start planning to get your shots. FOX Medical Team's Dr. Mike has all the details.
What is ‘brain rot’? Should parents be worried about bizarre AI videos captivating kids
“Brain rot" has become the newest online obsession for tweens, powered by bizarre AI-generated videos and games. Experts explain what it means — and whether parents should be worried.
“Brain rot" has become the newest online obsession for tweens, powered by bizarre AI-generated videos and games. Experts explain what it means — and whether parents should be worried.
Tylenol-maker shares sink after report says RFK's HHS will link drug to autism
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. directed the HHS to investigate potential causes of autism and will release a report on the findings.
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. directed the HHS to investigate potential causes of autism and will release a report on the findings.
Dog given less than 6 months to live cured of cancer after clinical trial
Lola has now been cancer free for two years.
Lola has now been cancer free for two years.
Biden undergoes surgery to remove skin cancer
The former president had skin cancer lesions removed from his chest just two years ago.
The former president had skin cancer lesions removed from his chest just two years ago.
Texas school lunches will no longer contain several additives
Starting this fall, all schools across the state will remove several additives from students free and reduced meals.
Starting this fall, all schools across the state will remove several additives from students free and reduced meals.
RFK Jr. testifying at Senate hearing about CDC, vaccine policies
The Health and Human Services secretary faces questions on Thursday from a Senate committee about layoffs and sweeping changes to health agencies.
The Health and Human Services secretary faces questions on Thursday from a Senate committee about layoffs and sweeping changes to health agencies.
CDC shooter’s mental health struggles captured on police body camera
Newly released body camera footage from September 2024 shows the night the alleged CDC shooter was taken to the hospital after his father called police, saying he was trying to get ahold of guns and was suicidal.
Newly released body camera footage from September 2024 shows the night the alleged CDC shooter was taken to the hospital after his father called police, saying he was trying to get ahold of guns and was suicidal.
Chagas disease carried by the kissing bug spreading across US: What to know
Chagas disease, a potentially deadly condition transmitted by an insect known as the "kissing bug", is now considered an endemic in the US.
Chagas disease, a potentially deadly condition transmitted by an insect known as the "kissing bug", is now considered an endemic in the US.
Congress looking into synthetic opioid nitazene
There are growing concerns about a drug some people say is worse than fentanyl. Synthetic opioids called nitazenes are said to be stronger and resistant to the emergency drug Narcan. It's the same drug that may have caused a death on 6th Street Monday night. FOX's David Spunt has more in this HealthBeat.
There are growing concerns about a drug some people say is worse than fentanyl. Synthetic opioids called nitazenes are said to be stronger and resistant to the emergency drug Narcan. It's the same drug that may have caused a death on 6th Street Monday night. FOX's David Spunt has more in this HealthBeat.
Governor DeSantis announces Florida MAHA Commission, vows to end all vaccine mandates
Gov. Ron DeSantis announced on Wednesday that Florida is establishing a Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) Commission at the state level.
Gov. Ron DeSantis announced on Wednesday that Florida is establishing a Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) Commission at the state level.
Montell Jordan says his cancer has returned after having prostate removed
The R&B singer, who was diagnosed with prostate cancer last year, shared his story in a recent interview.
The R&B singer, who was diagnosed with prostate cancer last year, shared his story in a recent interview.
Common heart drug could put some women at risk
For decades, a common heart drug has been the go-to treatment after a heart attack. But new research shows it may actually put some women at greater risk while men see no such danger. Dr. Pradeep Kumar with Austin Gastroenterology explains.
For decades, a common heart drug has been the go-to treatment after a heart attack. But new research shows it may actually put some women at greater risk while men see no such danger. Dr. Pradeep Kumar with Austin Gastroenterology explains.
Study finds common nasal spray may lower risk of COVID-19 infection
A recent clinical trial has found that a commonly used nasal spray for allergies may also help lower the risk of COVID-19 infection.
A recent clinical trial has found that a commonly used nasal spray for allergies may also help lower the risk of COVID-19 infection.
Some gel polish banned in Europe: Here's why
Bottles of gel polish that contain trimethylbenzoyl diphenylphosphine oxide will no longer be legal after Sept. 1 in the EU.
Bottles of gel polish that contain trimethylbenzoyl diphenylphosphine oxide will no longer be legal after Sept. 1 in the EU.
That morning cup of coffee could be the key to a happier day, new study suggests
A recent study found that your morning cup of coffee really does make you happier – even if you're not a caffeine addict.
A recent study found that your morning cup of coffee really does make you happier – even if you're not a caffeine addict.
Hall of Fame Coach George Raveling, who helped Michael Jordan land Nike deal, dies at 88
George Raveling, the Hall of Fame basketball coach remembered for his trailblazing career on the sidelines and his influence beyond the game, has died at 88.
George Raveling, the Hall of Fame basketball coach remembered for his trailblazing career on the sidelines and his influence beyond the game, has died at 88.
Does the Mediterranean diet hold key to longevity?
The Mediterranean diet seems to help with everything from weight loss to better heart health and recent studies have linked the diet to some other health benefits as well. FOX Medical Team's Dr. Mike shares his thoughts.
The Mediterranean diet seems to help with everything from weight loss to better heart health and recent studies have linked the diet to some other health benefits as well. FOX Medical Team's Dr. Mike shares his thoughts.