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Five Hospitalized in LA Flea-Borne Typhus Outbreak as County Cases Hit Record Highs
Los Angeles County health officials are warning residents after a localized flea-borne typhus outbreak was identified in the Pico-Union neighborhood. …
By Riley Carter · Aug 1, 2026
HEALTH & WELLNESS
West Nile Virus Cases Surge in Utah as Salt Lake County Confirms First Human Infection of 2026
Salt Lake County has confirmed its first West Nile virus case of 2026, according to the Salt Lake County Health Department. West Nile virus is typical…
By Quinn Foster · Aug 1, 2026
HEALTH & WELLNESS
Rabid Bat Discovered Near Renton Playground Prompts Urgent Health Warning
A bat found near a playground at Gene Coulon Park in Renton has tested positive for rabies, according to Public Health Seattle and King County officia…
By Emerson Gray · Jul 31, 2026
HEALTH & WELLNESS
Your Vitamin D Levels at 40 Could Shape Your Brain Decades Later
New research suggests vitamin D may help reduce toxic proteins associated with Alzheimer's disease, adding to the growing list of health benefits link…
By Devin Marsh · Jul 31, 2026
HEALTH & WELLNESS
Rabid Raccoon Bites Glassboro Man as Officials Hunt a Second Animal
Authorities in South Jersey are searching for a second raccoon after a rabies-positive animal attacked a man outside his Glassboro home on Sunday morn…
By Reese Coleman · Jul 30, 2026
HEALTH & WELLNESS
Deadbeat Dad Accused His Daughter of Lying About Her Brain Surgery
A man who abandoned his son for years is now angry that he wasn't notified when the boy needed surgery. The story highlights the frustration of family…
By Jamie Sullivan · Jul 30, 2026
HEALTH & WELLNESS
COVID Is Rising Again in California — Here's What You Need to Know
California is experiencing a rise in COVID-19 cases this summer, joining several other states seeing similar trends. While health officials are monito…
By Avery Bennett · Jul 29, 2026
HEALTH & WELLNESS
What Dietitians Want You to Drink Every Morning for Healthier Kidneys
Dietitians recommend five morning drinks that can help support kidney health. Water tops the list as the most essential choice for keeping kidneys fun…
By Cameron Brooks · Jul 29, 2026
HEALTH & WELLNESS
DR Congo's Ebola Outbreak Is Now the Fastest Growing on Record
The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo is rapidly worsening, with total infections reaching 3,200 and at least 1,405 deaths recorded. …
By Rowan Fletcher · Jul 28, 2026
HEALTH & WELLNESS
What Doctors Really Want You to Know About Sleeping With a Fan On
Sleeping with a fan on can help keep you cool at night, but doctors warn it comes with some downsides. The concentrated airflow can dry out your mouth…
By Avery Bennett · Jul 28, 2026
HEALTH & WELLNESS
Snow Leopards and a Human Inspector All Struck by the Same Soil Fungus in California
Two snow leopards at a California wildlife sanctuary have been diagnosed with Valley fever, a fungal infection caused by spores found in soil. The dis…
By Emerson Gray · Jul 27, 2026
HEALTH & WELLNESS
Congo's Deadliest Ebola Outbreak Worsens as Unpaid Workers Walk Off the Job
Health workers at an Ebola treatment center in eastern Congo have gone on strike over unpaid wages, disrupting care for patients at a critical time. T…
By Jamie Sullivan · Jul 27, 2026
HEALTH & WELLNESS
Why Potassium May Be the Most Overlooked Nutrient for Kidney Health
Potassium is a key nutrient for kidney health that many people aren't getting enough of. Kidney experts highlight its important role in keeping the ki…
By Sydney Parker · Jul 26, 2026
HEALTH & WELLNESS
Your Gym Supplement May Also Be a Secret Weapon Against Cancer
Creatine, a popular supplement widely used by athletes to build muscle, may also help power the body's cancer-fighting immune cells. The compound work…
By Riley Carter · Jul 26, 2026
HEALTH & WELLNESS
Young Utah Woman May Be the Only Person in Her State With This Devastating Disease
A young woman from Davis County, Utah, may be the only person in the state living with a rare and deadly degenerative disease, which she described as …
By Cameron Brooks · Jul 25, 2026
HEALTH & WELLNESS
A Tiny Radioactive Tile Implanted During Brain Surgery Is Changing Cancer Treatment
A man from Beaver County, Pennsylvania is participating in a clinical trial testing a new brain implant designed to streamline cancer treatment. The d…
By Jordan Hayes · Jul 25, 2026
HEALTH & WELLNESS
New Study Puts a Hard Number on the Maximum Human Lifespan
A new study suggests humans could theoretically live as long as 156 years under the right conditions. Researchers used a scientific model to estimate …
By Morgan Ellis · Jul 24, 2026
HEALTH & WELLNESS
Golden Retriever Grandma Lucy Goes Viral for Her Endless Patience With a Tiny Puppy
A gentle golden retriever grandmother has won hearts online by patiently allowing a tiny 5-week-old puppy to climb and play all over her. The sweet ol…
By Jordan Hayes · Jul 24, 2026
HEALTH & WELLNESS
New Zealand Races to Vaccinate Endangered Birds as H5N1 Arrives for the First Time
New Zealand is taking urgent action after confirming its first bird flu case, launching a vaccination campaign to protect its most vulnerable wildlife…
By Casey Morgan · Jul 23, 2026
HEALTH & WELLNESS
The Fall Risk That Starts Decades Earlier Than Most People Realize
Falls are a serious health risk, and experts say your vulnerability begins earlier than most people realize. A specialist in accidental falls shares t…
By Drew Mitchell · Jul 23, 2026
HEALTH & WELLNESS
Common Hormone Condition Raises Women's Heart Disease Risk Fourfold, Major Study Finds
Women with polycystic ovary syndrome, which affects around one in eight women in the UK, are four times more likely to develop cardiovascular disease,…
By Morgan Ellis · Jul 22, 2026
HEALTH & WELLNESS
Manhattan Legionnaires Outbreak Claims Fourth Life as City Declares Source Eliminated
A fourth person has died from a Legionnaires' disease outbreak in Manhattan, New York City health officials confirmed. The cluster of cases is centere…
By Casey Morgan · Jul 22, 2026
HEALTH & WELLNESS
Your Daily Coffee Habit May Actually Be Good for Your Heart
The American Heart Association has released a new report examining the relationship between caffeine consumption and cardiovascular health. The findin…
By Quinn Foster · Jul 21, 2026
HEALTH & WELLNESS
Why Five Minutes of Dancing Could Be the Best Brain Boost of Your Day
Taking a short dance break can deliver real brain benefits, even if you only spare five minutes. Research suggests that dancing boosts concentration a…
By Hayden Walsh · Jul 21, 2026