Mosquito Considered As the World’s Deadliest Creature Lurking in Your Backyard, CDC Says; How Can We Combat It?

Medicine & Technology Jul 09, 2024

The world's deadliest creature, the mosquito, lurks in your backyard, CDC says. Learn how to combat this threat in our latest article!

Texas Man Contracts Highly Pathogenic Bird Flu Linked to Dairy Cattle: Officials Urge Caution Amid Growing Concerns

Apr 02, 2024

A Texas worker contracts bird flu after contact with dairy cows, following reports of the virus in cattle across five states. Continue reading to learn more details.

Early CDC Analysis Reveals 54% Effectiveness of Updated COVID-19 Vaccines Against Symptomatic Infections

Feb 02, 2024

A recent vaccine analysis showed that the latest  COVID-19 shots for adults is 54% effective against symptomatic cases. Read the article for more details.

Unusual Syphilis Cluster Emerges in Michigan as Five Women Contract Eye Infections From Common Online Acquaintance

Nov 24, 2023

Unprecedented eye syphilis cluster in Michigan women tied to one sexual partner sparks concerns about a potential new syphilis variant. Continue reading for more details.

CDC Issues Urgent Health Alert: Deadly Flesh-Eating Bacteria Strikes U.S. East Coast, Claiming 5 Lives

Sep 04, 2023

Rising sea temperatures increase Vibrio vulnificus infections in the Eastern U.S., typically seen in the Gulf Coast's warmer waters. Read the article to learn more about this flesh-eating bacteria.

26 People Afflicted Across 11 States in Salmonella Outbreak Linked to Small Turtles; Illegal Sales Continue Despite Ban

Aug 24, 2023

CDC warns against risks and advise precautions against the Salmonella outbreak tied to small turtles that span U.S. east coast. Continue reading to learn more details.

5 Cases of Malaria in Florida and Texas Alarms CDC; Experts Share Insights on Symptoms, Transmission, and Prevention

Jun 28, 2023

There are now four locally transmitted malaria cases in Florida and one in Texas, which are similar cases last reported in 2003 in the US. Continue reading to learn more.

Common Antibiotic as 'Morning-After Pill' Could Help Curb Increasing Cases of Sexually Transmitted Infections

Apr 17, 2023

Research shows that a common antibiotic taken post-coitus by high-risk groups may help stop the spread of some sexually transmitted infections (STIs). Read the article to learn more.

CDC Warns of a Deadly Fungus Sweeping Throughout US: Should People Be Worried of Getting Infected?

Mar 31, 2023

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) says that the deadly fungus is spreading across the country at an "alarming" rate. Read the article to learn more details.

Recent Fatal Brain-eating Amoeba Case in Florida May Have Been Triggered by Unfiltered Tap Water, Health Officials Report; Here's Everything You Need To Know About Naegleria fowleri

Mar 01, 2023

The Florida Department of Health in Charlotte reported that one individual recently became sick with the brain-eating amoeba, Naegleria fowleri, probably due to sinus rinse procedures that used tap water. Read the article to learn more details.

COVID-19 Vaccine Formally Included in CDC's Immunization Guidelines for Children, Teens, Adults

Feb 10, 2023

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in the United States has amended its regular immunization guidelines for children and adults to include the COVID-19 vaccine. Read the article to learn more.

Repurposed UTI Drug Used To Treat Rare Brain-Eating Amoeba Infection; How Do People Get Infected With This Deadly Bacteria?

Feb 07, 2023

The rare infection caused by a brain-eating amoeba kills 90% of affected people. Check out what repurposed UTI drug treated the infection.

Pfizer's Bivalent COVID-19 Shot Linked to Early Signs of Stroke in Older Adults, Health Officials Say

Jan 16, 2023

The CDC and FDA said that the surveillance signal was "extremely unlikely" to reflect a "true clinical danger" and nevertheless still recommends the COVID-19 vaccination. Read the article to learn more details.

New Omicron Variant Now Accounts for 41% of All COVID-19 Cases in the US Just in Time for the New Year

Jan 01, 2023

The most recent data from the CDC reveals that a new Omicron variant has taken hold in the US, raising concerns about another potential COVID-19 wave. Read the article to learn more details.

CDC Urges the Public To Wear Face Masks To Prevent Virus Transmission this Flu Season

Dec 07, 2022

Flu and respiratory syncytial virus cases are increasing at the same time COVID-19 is picking up., straining the country's healthcare. Read the article about how face masks could help people stay healthy this holiday season.