Climate change plays a role in global rise of dengue feverClimate change significantly contributes to rising dengue fever cases globally, with urgent action needed to minimize future risks.
Coloniser' microbes to superbugs: How antibiotic resistance behavesAntimicrobial resistance could revert us to a pre-antibiotic era, posing threats to global health.Dr. Sylvia Omulo's research on harmless microbes offers insights for combating AMR.
Worst U.S. whooping cough outbreak in a decade has infected thousandsWhooping cough is spreading rapidly, with experts fearing worsening outbreaks due to school return and delayed vaccinations.
Insect-borne illnesses rise around the worldGlobal warming is expanding the habitats of mosquitoes and ticks, increasing the spread of diseases like dengue fever, EEE, and Lyme disease.
A single mutation in avian influenza in cows could enable human-to-human transmissionH5N1 bird flu has been detected in 282 U.S. dairy herds, raising concerns about potential mutations that could enable human infection.
Climate crisis is helping spread deadly mosquito viruses in the USMosquito-borne illnesses are on the rise in the US due to climate change and extended mosquito seasons.
Climate change plays a role in global rise of dengue feverClimate change significantly contributes to rising dengue fever cases globally, with urgent action needed to minimize future risks.
Coloniser' microbes to superbugs: How antibiotic resistance behavesAntimicrobial resistance could revert us to a pre-antibiotic era, posing threats to global health.Dr. Sylvia Omulo's research on harmless microbes offers insights for combating AMR.
Worst U.S. whooping cough outbreak in a decade has infected thousandsWhooping cough is spreading rapidly, with experts fearing worsening outbreaks due to school return and delayed vaccinations.
Insect-borne illnesses rise around the worldGlobal warming is expanding the habitats of mosquitoes and ticks, increasing the spread of diseases like dengue fever, EEE, and Lyme disease.
A single mutation in avian influenza in cows could enable human-to-human transmissionH5N1 bird flu has been detected in 282 U.S. dairy herds, raising concerns about potential mutations that could enable human infection.
Climate crisis is helping spread deadly mosquito viruses in the USMosquito-borne illnesses are on the rise in the US due to climate change and extended mosquito seasons.
Suspected outbreak of deadly Marburg virus disease kills eight in TanzaniaA Marburg virus disease outbreak in Tanzania is serious, with a high risk of spreading to neighboring countries.It has a high death rate of 89%, highlighting its severity.
What to Know About the Marburg Virus Disease OutbreakRwanda is experiencing its first Marburg virus outbreak with 36 cases and 11 deaths reported this year.
Suspected outbreak of deadly Marburg virus disease kills eight in TanzaniaA Marburg virus disease outbreak in Tanzania is serious, with a high risk of spreading to neighboring countries.It has a high death rate of 89%, highlighting its severity.
What to Know About the Marburg Virus Disease OutbreakRwanda is experiencing its first Marburg virus outbreak with 36 cases and 11 deaths reported this year.
Two in Five Americans Are at Lifetime Risk of Dementia after Age 55, Researchers WarnA significant rise in dementia diagnoses is expected, potentially reaching one million new cases yearly by 2060.
1 million U.S. adults will develop dementia each year by 2060, study saysBy 2060, 1 million U.S. adults may develop dementia annually, significantly impacting public health due to an aging population.
Two in Five Americans Are at Lifetime Risk of Dementia after Age 55, Researchers WarnA significant rise in dementia diagnoses is expected, potentially reaching one million new cases yearly by 2060.
1 million U.S. adults will develop dementia each year by 2060, study saysBy 2060, 1 million U.S. adults may develop dementia annually, significantly impacting public health due to an aging population.
With avian flu now in 34 California dairy herds, health experts watch closelyCalifornia’s dairy industry faces a surge in H5N1 bird flu infections, leading to quarantines and increased biosecurity measures despite the low human risk.
German authorities move to contain foot-and-mouth disease DW 01/11/2025Germany has reported its first foot-and-mouth disease outbreak in 35 years, leading to significant containment measures in Brandenburg.
With avian flu now in 34 California dairy herds, health experts watch closelyCalifornia’s dairy industry faces a surge in H5N1 bird flu infections, leading to quarantines and increased biosecurity measures despite the low human risk.
German authorities move to contain foot-and-mouth disease DW 01/11/2025Germany has reported its first foot-and-mouth disease outbreak in 35 years, leading to significant containment measures in Brandenburg.
Author Correction: Common and rare variant associations with clonal haematopoiesis phenotypesThe article corrects information about the availability of genetic data for research purposes.
Why hasn't deadly bird flu reached Australia yet?Oceania remains free of H5N1 due to geographic isolation and unique ecology.
England hit with the most serious outbreak of bird flu - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.comEngland is facing a severe bird flu outbreak with infected pheasants, raising urgent health concerns.
Pandemic Experts Are Worried About Bird Flu - Here's WhyFarm workers are at high risk for bird flu infections, but severe illness is currently rare among them.
Why hasn't deadly bird flu reached Australia yet?Oceania remains free of H5N1 due to geographic isolation and unique ecology.
England hit with the most serious outbreak of bird flu - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.comEngland is facing a severe bird flu outbreak with infected pheasants, raising urgent health concerns.
Pandemic Experts Are Worried About Bird Flu - Here's WhyFarm workers are at high risk for bird flu infections, but severe illness is currently rare among them.
Conan O'Brien's Parents Die 3 Days ApartConan O'Brien's parents, both accomplished professionals, passed away within days, leaving a legacy of inspiration and achievement.
Conan O'Brien's parents pass away days apartConan O'Brien's parents, both accomplished in their fields, passed away days apart, reflecting significant personal and professional legacies.
Conan O'Brien's Parents Die 3 Days ApartConan O'Brien's parents, both accomplished professionals, passed away within days, leaving a legacy of inspiration and achievement.
Conan O'Brien's parents pass away days apartConan O'Brien's parents, both accomplished in their fields, passed away days apart, reflecting significant personal and professional legacies.
Mysterious Disease Outbreak Has Already Killed DozensThe mysterious illness in the DRC has led to significant deaths, especially among women and children, and remains a public health concern.
Mystery flu-like disease in Congo kills dozens, puts authorities "on general alert" as cases investigatedCongo is on alert due to a deadly mystery flu-like disease that has claimed 71 lives, primarily affecting children.
Mysterious Disease Outbreak Has Already Killed DozensThe mysterious illness in the DRC has led to significant deaths, especially among women and children, and remains a public health concern.
Mystery flu-like disease in Congo kills dozens, puts authorities "on general alert" as cases investigatedCongo is on alert due to a deadly mystery flu-like disease that has claimed 71 lives, primarily affecting children.
Health officials grapple with deadly mystery 'Disease X' in CongoThe mysterious disease, dubbed "Disease X," is impacting the Democratic Republic of Congo with a high mortality rate, particularly among children and malnourished individuals.
How Does Mpox Spread, and Who Is Most at Risk?Mpox has been declared a global health emergency, with growing concerns over its transmission methods and evolving nature.
'Highly evolved' polio strain may have leaked from Chinese lab: studyA new study suggests a strain of polio may have originated from a Wuhan lab, raising concerns about virology research safety.
Global diabetes rate has doubled in last 30 years: study DW 11/14/2024The global prevalence of diabetes has doubled in 30 years, with 800 million adults affected, primarily in developing countries.
Type 2 diabetes: Why people from South Asia are more at risk DW 11/26/2024The prevalence of type 2 diabetes is highest among South Asian populations, increasing significantly from 1990 to 2022.
How Does Mpox Spread, and Who Is Most at Risk?Mpox has been declared a global health emergency, with growing concerns over its transmission methods and evolving nature.
'Highly evolved' polio strain may have leaked from Chinese lab: studyA new study suggests a strain of polio may have originated from a Wuhan lab, raising concerns about virology research safety.
Global diabetes rate has doubled in last 30 years: study DW 11/14/2024The global prevalence of diabetes has doubled in 30 years, with 800 million adults affected, primarily in developing countries.
Type 2 diabetes: Why people from South Asia are more at risk DW 11/26/2024The prevalence of type 2 diabetes is highest among South Asian populations, increasing significantly from 1990 to 2022.
Misinformation Really Does Spread like a Virus, Epidemiology ShowsMisinformation significantly impacts public perception and election integrity, paralleling the spread of viruses in its dynamics.
More Millennials and Gen Xers are getting colorectal cancer. Even young adults should watch for these 7 symptomsObesity and alcohol consumption are major factors contributing to increased bowel cancer deaths among young adults.
Early morning and evening activity could reduce bowel cancer risk by 11%'Increased morning and evening activity may reduce bowel cancer risk by 11%, suggesting timing plays a crucial role in prevention.
More Millennials and Gen Xers are getting colorectal cancer. Even young adults should watch for these 7 symptomsObesity and alcohol consumption are major factors contributing to increased bowel cancer deaths among young adults.
Early morning and evening activity could reduce bowel cancer risk by 11%'Increased morning and evening activity may reduce bowel cancer risk by 11%, suggesting timing plays a crucial role in prevention.
What is Pink Cocaine'?Pink cocaine is a dangerous club drug widely popular in the U.S., misleadingly named and primarily made of various stimulants and depressants.
Experts issue health warning to anyone who uses a standing deskStanding desks may not reduce health risks associated with prolonged inactivity and could increase the risk of certain conditions.
6 Things to Eat to Reduce Your Cancer RiskHealthy lifestyle changes can prevent about 40% of cancers, emphasizing the importance of diet in cancer risk reduction.
Experts issue health warning to anyone who uses a standing deskStanding desks may not reduce health risks associated with prolonged inactivity and could increase the risk of certain conditions.
6 Things to Eat to Reduce Your Cancer RiskHealthy lifestyle changes can prevent about 40% of cancers, emphasizing the importance of diet in cancer risk reduction.
A Little-Known Infectious Disease Is Quietly Spreading Across the Southwestern U.SWeather changes in the southwestern U.S. are linked to rising valley fever cases, highlighting the impact of climate on infectious disease prevalence.
Revenge of the Tipping Point by Malcolm Gladwell review the superspreader returnsMalcolm Gladwell's The Tipping Point remains culturally significant, illustrating how ideas and products spread like epidemics.
Daily Briefing: Drugs like Ozempic seem to help everything from Alzheimer's to infertility. But how?Establishing an accurate death toll in Gaza is challenging due to population displacement, unreported deaths, and unreliable data sources.
The unknowns surrounding the mysterious rise of cancer in young adultsThe rise of cancer in young adults is alarming, with nearly 80% increase in tumors under 50 years in the last 30 years.
How Common is Recovery in Bipolar Disorder?Bipolar disorder affects about 2% of the population, with 44% experiencing symptom remission and only 23% achieving complete mental health.
Surprising New Research Links Infant Mortality to Crashing Bat PopulationsIncreased pesticide use due to bat population decline correlates with higher infant mortality rates, highlighting environmental health risks.
Overdiagnosis of prostate cancer has led to unnecessary treatments, research showsIncreased PSA testing has led to overdiagnosis of prostate cancer, causing unnecessary treatment and lifestyle impacts.
Racism Could Be Aging People of Color FasterAccelerated aging is prevalent in people of color and minoritized groups, highlighting the effects of racism on health.
An even more contagious COVID strain is 'just getting started' amid California waveThe emergence of the XEC variant signals potential future waves of COVID-19 in the U.S. and worldwide.