Health February 16, 2024 Bubonic plague in the US: Do you need to worry about catching the rodent-borne disease? With a case of bubonic plague confirmed in Oregon earlier this week, some people may wonder whether there’s a danger of the disease spreading in the U.S. Experts revealed safety tips.
HEALTH January 28, 2024 Weekend read: Top stories of the week in Health in case you missed them In case you missed them: Here is a roundup of some of the top Health stories and developments that Fox News Digital covered over the past week. Catch up this weekend on critical news.
HEALTH January 24, 2024 Ohio mother hopes for a cure to save her son, 8, from rare, fatal disease: ‘Gut-wrenching’ Batten disease affects three out of every 100,000 children. Emily Blackburn, 32, found out in March 2023 that her 7-year-old son, Grayson Naff, has the rare, genetic, fatal disorder.
Rare Diseases January 19, 2024 Measles outbreak: UK declares national health incident over rising cases Health officials in the United Kingdom are warning that low rates of uptake for the measles, mumps and rubella (MMR) vaccine is leading to outbreaks across the country.
Rare Diseases January 16, 2024 'Disease X': World Economic Forum creating contingency plan for infectious virus outbreak A hypothetical virus known as "Disease X" will be discussed at the World Economic Forum in Davos on Wednesday so that they can prepare properly should it ever break out.
HEALTH December 11, 2023 ‘Remarkable’ gene-editing treatment for sickle cell disease is approved by FDA The FDA has approved the world’s first gene-edited treatment for symptoms of sickle cell disease. Experts weigh in on the potential benefits and limitations.
HEALTH December 10, 2023 Deadly Rocky Mountain spotted fever outbreak in California likely came from Mexico, CDC says An outbreak of Rocky Mountain spotted fever reported in southern California has led to three deaths, according to a CDC advisory. Dr. Marc Siegel weighed in on the health situation.
LIFESTYLE November 26, 2023 Couple claim eye antibiotic cured dog of mysterious illness sweeping America A California couple are claiming their canine recovered from a potentially deadly disease after being treated with a lifesaving antibiotic.
Nevada October 12, 2023 Lake Mead officials warn of rare but deadly brain-eating amoeba found present in hot springs Lake Mead National Recreation Area officials warned visitors that the amoeba has been found in hot springs.
LIFESTYLE September 20, 2023 Pennsylvania parents honor their daughter who died of a rare genetic disease: 'Sweetest girl in the world' Jessica and Dan Roomberg of Pennsylvania created a foundation in honor of their daughter, Mila, who died in 2019 from a rare genetic disease — they are now helping to change pediatric medicine.
HEALTH September 3, 2023 Merkel cell carcinoma, the disease that killed Jimmy Buffett: What to know about this illness Music icon Jimmy Buffett passed away on Friday from merkel cell carcinoma, a disease he had been fighting for four years. Here's what you should know about the rare but aggressive form of skin cancer.
