Researchers have identified two distinct phases of plague outbreaks among hunter-gatherer communities near Lake Baikal in Siberia, dating back approximately 5,500 years. These early strains of Yersinia pestis caused acute mortality, particularly in children.
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U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has ordered a passenger exposed to hantavirus on a cruise ship to remain in quarantine against her will, despite medical advice suggesting otherwise.
A large-scale single-cell RNA sequencing study of terminal ileal biopsies has identified key cellular and molecular signatures associated with Crohn's disease pathogenesis, offering new insights into disease mechanisms.
A UC Davis research team has developed a machine learning-powered brain-computer interface that allows a speechless ALS patient to communicate with 92% accuracy, enabling them to work a full-time job.
The current Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) risks becoming deadlier than the 2014-2016 West Africa epidemic, warns the head of Africa's Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC). Tens of thousands remain untraced.
While dementia cases are projected to rise, age-specific rates have been declining due to improved cardiovascular health, increased education, and potential benefits from the shingles vaccine.
New research suggests that GLP-1 obesity medications might increase testosterone levels and improve sperm quality in men with obesity, though more studies are needed.
Updated COVID-19 vaccines continue to offer significant protection against cardiovascular events, particularly for older adults and individuals with pre-existing health conditions, according to a new study.
An 88-year-old woman presented to the emergency room with fatigue, but her family revealed the true reason for her visit: they wanted a doctor to help them deliver news of a family member's death.
Health officials are on high alert for potential disease outbreaks during the World Cup, employing wastewater analysis, hospital data, and social media monitoring.