Eight Americans have been released from a six-week federal quarantine in Nebraska following exposure to a deadly hantavirus outbreak on a cruise ship. The quarantine, criticized by some as "authoritarian," ended Monday.
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UNICEF reports that nearly 3 million children and adolescents in eastern DRC are at risk from Ebola and the disruption of essential services as confirmed cases surpass 1,000.
New research suggests that incorporating strength training into a routine can significantly lower the risk of early death, particularly from cardiovascular and neurological conditions.
While dementia cases are projected to rise, age-specific dementia rates have significantly decreased over the past few decades. Improvements in cardiovascular health and education are key contributing factors.
A Maryland resident has been diagnosed with measles, with potential exposure points including Dulles International Airport and a D.C. clinic. Health officials are urging unvaccinated individuals who may have been exposed to contact their providers.
Videos questioning sunscreen safety on TikTok generate higher engagement than those promoting its use, according to a new study. Researchers found no scientific basis for claims of harm from sunscreen ingredients.
With tick season intensifying, experts are examining the role of deer populations in the spread of diseases like Lyme and the emergence of alpha-gal syndrome. Current control methods are being re-evaluated.
Australia has confirmed its first case of the H5N1 bird flu strain in a wild migratory seabird, marking the virus's presence on every continent. The detection raises concerns for animal populations, though human cases remain uncommon.
New research indicates a near-zero risk of cervical cancer death for young women vaccinated against HPV in childhood, marking a significant public health milestone.
U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has ordered an American passenger exposed to hantavirus on a cruise ship to remain in quarantine against her will, despite medical advice.