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NIH Scientists Charged with Smuggling Mpox Virus on Commercial Flight
Two researchers working at a National Institutes of Health laboratory in Montana have been charged with illegally smuggling mpox virus samples into th…
By Emerson Gray · Jun 4, 2026
HEALTH & WELLNESS
Global Health Groups Rush to Develop Bundibugyo Ebola Vaccines
A new Ebola outbreak involving the Bundibugyo strain has emerged, prompting urgent vaccination efforts to contain its spread. This particular strain s…
By Jordan Hayes · Jun 4, 2026
HEALTH & WELLNESS
Hantavirus Cruise Passengers Begin Returning Home Under Strict Surveillance
Several American cruise passengers who were exposed to a rare strain of hantavirus during a spring voyage have returned home to complete their mandato…
By Hayden Walsh · Jun 3, 2026
HEALTH & WELLNESS
Michigan Retreats From Vaccine Waiver Rules After Safety Threats
Michigan previously required parents seeking vaccine exemptions for their children to attend mandatory in-person education classes, a policy that succ…
By Riley Carter · Jun 3, 2026
HEALTH & WELLNESS
Your Banana's Color Reveals Hidden Nutrition and Flavor Secrets
The color of your banana reveals important differences in taste and nutritional content. Ripe yellow bananas contain higher levels of sugar, making th…
By Reese Coleman · Jun 2, 2026
HEALTH & WELLNESS
Four Nurses Recover from Ebola as Global Fears Mount Over Spread
Four nurses in the Democratic Republic of Congo have recovered from Ebola and been discharged from a hospital in Bunia, offering hope amid the ongoing…
By Avery Bennett · Jun 2, 2026
HEALTH & WELLNESS
These Four High Fat Foods Actually Lower Blood Pressure
Contrary to popular belief, not all fats are bad for blood pressure management. Nutrition experts recommend incorporating four specific high-fat foods…
By Drew Mitchell · Jun 1, 2026
HEALTH & WELLNESS
Social Media Herbal Remedies Trigger Health Crisis in Nigeria
Social media algorithms in Nigeria are promoting unverified herbal remedies, creating what experts call an "algorithmic apothecary" that's putting peo…
By Drew Mitchell · Jun 1, 2026
HEALTH & WELLNESS
Google Seeks Federal Approval to Release 32 Million Mosquitoes in California
Google is seeking federal approval for an ambitious public health project that would involve releasing millions of mosquitoes in California as a testi…
By Cameron Brooks · May 31, 2026
HEALTH & WELLNESS
Brain Freeze Reveals Surprising Clues About Your Migraine Risk
Frequent ice cream headaches could reveal important information about your overall health. If you experience brain freeze often, experts suggest check…
By Jamie Sullivan · May 31, 2026
HEALTH & WELLNESS
Five Simple Daily Habits Could Transform How You Age
Oxford researchers have identified five key habits that promote healthy aging, which they've organized into the easy-to-remember SMEDs acronym: sleep,…
By Sydney Parker · May 30, 2026
HEALTH & WELLNESS
Americans Face Unprecedented 24/7 Monitoring After Deadly Cruise Ship Virus Outbreak
The US government plans to allow American cruise passengers exposed to a unique hantavirus strain to return home as early as Monday. However, they mus…
By Reese Coleman · May 30, 2026
HEALTH & WELLNESS
Zimbabwe Malaria Deaths Surge After US Aid Cuts and Climate Crisis
Zimbabwe is experiencing a dangerous spike in malaria cases that's overwhelming the country's already fragile healthcare system. Rural areas are parti…
By Drew Mitchell · May 29, 2026
HEALTH & WELLNESS
Rare Ebola Strain Spreads Through Congo Despite No Vaccine
The Democratic Republic of Congo is battling the third-worst Ebola outbreak in history, but efforts to contain the deadly virus are being severely und…
By Devin Marsh · May 29, 2026
HEALTH & WELLNESS
Finland Builds Nuclear Tomb Designed to Last 100,000 Years Without Markers
Finland is constructing Onkalo, a nuclear waste storage facility tunneling 430 meters deep into 1.9-billion-year-old bedrock on Olkiluoto Island. The …
By Riley Carter · May 28, 2026
HEALTH & WELLNESS
Bangladesh Measles Crisis Kills Over 500 Children After Vaccine System Collapse
Bangladesh is facing a severe measles outbreak that has killed hundreds of children in just over two months. The country has recorded more than 60,000…
By Drew Mitchell · May 28, 2026
HEALTH & WELLNESS
American Doctor in Prague Isolation Watches Congo Colleagues Die of Ebola
Dr. Patrick LaRochelle is currently isolated in a Prague hospital awaiting test results to determine if he contracted Ebola while working in Congo. As…
By Devin Marsh · May 27, 2026
HEALTH & WELLNESS
Scientists Find Sleep Sweet Spot That Slows Aging Across Your Body
A new study has identified an optimal sleep duration for healthy aging, finding that 6.4 to 7.8 hours per night appears to be the ideal range. This "s…
By Rowan Fletcher · May 27, 2026
HEALTH & WELLNESS
Five Protein-Packed Canned Foods Dietitians Keep in Their Pantries
Dietitians recommend five high-protein canned foods as convenient pantry staples for boosting daily protein intake. The list includes canned trout, ch…
By Hayden Walsh · May 26, 2026
HEALTH & WELLNESS
Skip the Probiotic Supplements After Antibiotics, Experts Say
A gastroenterologist advises against taking probiotics alongside antibiotics, contrary to popular belief. Instead, they recommend three alternative st…
By Quinn Foster · May 26, 2026
HEALTH & WELLNESS
America's Invisible Killer Claims 350,000 Lives Annually
Sepsis is a deadly but often overlooked medical condition that kills approximately 350,000 Americans annually and may be responsible for nearly 20% of…
By Hayden Walsh · May 25, 2026
HEALTH & WELLNESS
Massive Study Debunks Common Fasting Myth About Brain Function
A large-scale study challenges common assumptions about fasting and brain function. While fasting is known to be effective for weight loss, many peopl…
By Riley Carter · May 25, 2026
HEALTH & WELLNESS
Stress Scrambles Your Brain's Memory Connections During Critical Thinking
New brain imaging research reveals why people struggle to make connections and insights after experiencing acute stress, like during a job interview. …
By Emerson Gray · May 24, 2026
HEALTH & WELLNESS
Deadly Ebola Strain With No Vaccine Spreads Across Central Africa
The current Ebola outbreak has become the third largest on record, with health officials reporting rapid spread of the deadly virus. The outbreak has …
By Drew Mitchell · May 24, 2026