Rare disease spreads in Florida; doctors think one animal is to blame - Syracuse.com

Scientists say this is the reason some relationships flourish and others flop - The Washington Post
How attachment styles influence our interactions with others — and how to change them.

Liquid could be answer to stop cavities without drilling, study finds - The Hill
A study conducted by the University of Michigan found silver diamine fluoride stopped decay in more than half of treated baby teeth.
Death toll tops 1,500 in fastest-growing Ebola outbreak in history, Congo says - AP News
The fastest-growing recorded Ebola outbreak has killed over 1,500 people in eastern Congo. Official data released on Thursday showed a 50% spike in deaths in about a week. As of Tuesday there have been 3,442 cases and 1,521 deaths. The outbreak, declared on M…
This disease was eradicated in the U.S. 26 years ago. Pa. saw 31 cases last week - PennLive.com

Pediatricians and health officials are sidestepping Trump's CDC on vaccine advice - NPR
The Trump administration's upending of years of vaccine advice puts many pediatricians in a quandary. Some are steering patients away from the CDC to other authoritative websites, including their own.

5-year-old Denver boy suddenly dies from rare disease on family vacation - KDVR
Terese Peden and Viet Vu sit side-by-side comforting each other in the worst moment of their lives, losing their son Justin Vu.

Wastewater in Anchorage signals warning about measles - Anchorage Daily News
Samples taken from a plant in the state’s largest city revealed genetic material from measles, a highly contagious disease that is particularly dangerous for young children.

One Common Vitamin Could Lower Toxic Alzheimer's Proteins, Research Suggests - ScienceAlert
The benefits of vitamin D are many, with research suggesting it plays an important role in several facets of our health, from boosting our immunity to helping us counter harmful diseases.

Rabid bat found near playground at Renton’s Gene Coulon Park, health officials say - KOMO
A bat found at a Renton park has tested positive for rabies, Public Health – Seattle & King County officials said Wednesday.

Florida's Surgeon General Blames a Debunked Abortion Vaccine Claim to Explain Measles Surge - Gizmodo
During a recent press conference, Joseph Ladapo seemingly endorsed the misleading claim that the MMR vaccine is made using aborted fetuses.

Can Blood Tests Predict ALS Before It Strikes? Here’s What Scientists Found - StudyFinds
A new ALS blood test could predict onset up to 5 years ahead, with muscle proteins hinting at surprisingly early changes.

Weight-loss joke turns serious as 'cyclospora skinny' trend fuels health warnings - Fox News
A dangerous social media trend jokes about getting "Cyclospora skinny," but doctors warn the intestinal parasite causes deadly dehydration and illness.

Summit County schools’ immunization rates have continued to drop since the pandemic - FOX 8 News
The start of a new school year is only about a month away, with classes scheduled to start on Aug. 27 for Akron Public Schools.
Bat tests positive for rabies, prompting public warning from N.J. officials - NJ.com

How Long Poop Stays in Your Body Could Be Quietly Shaping Your Gut Microbiome – And Disease Risk - ScienceAlert
It might not be something you think about all that often, but at any given moment, your body is busily digesting all the food you've recently consumed.
Study suggests the threat of mold-associated illnesses may be underappreciated - AP News
A new U.S. study suggests invasive mold infections may be an underappreciated threat. Researchers found about 450 cases in Atlanta-area hospitals over five years, with a third of patients dying in the hospital. The findings were published this week by the CDC…

‘Low tech’ chemotherapy nanoparticles show promise for deadly brain tumor recurrence - Fierce Biotech
A standard chemotherapy drug loaded in nanoparticles has been able to penetrate the blood-brain barrier when administered shortly after resection of the tumor, new research has suggested. | A standard chemotherapy drug loaded in nanoparticles has been able to…

These Drugs Save Lives, But Millions of Eligible Americans Aren’t Taking Them - Gizmodo
New research suggests that a large percentage of U.S. adults eligible for hypertension treatment aren't getting it.

Vomit apocalypse strikes three fancy summer camps — and Upper East Side Moms are spiraling: ‘Ran out of toilets’ - New York Post
Oh, barf!

I Finally Confessed My Secret Attraction to My Husband. He Thinks I’m Just Covering Up Something Bigger. - Slate
He couldn't be more wrong.

6-year-old girl dies after parents paid $860K for experimental therapy that ‘shouldn’t have gone to trial’ - New York Post
In an effort to treat their daughter’s genetic developmental disorder, parents in China paid respected researchers millions in Chinese yuan.

Tropical Diseases Like Dengue Fever and Chikungunya Are on the Rise in Europe - WIRED
Climate change is helping invasive species to not only establish themselves across the continent but to stay alive for longer. Scientists suggest we get used to it.

Most of Texas' cyclospora cases come from two regions. Here's where - Dallas News
Texas has reported more than 100 cases of the diarrhea-causing parasite so far this year. Here's a breakdown of how many cases each region has reported

East Bay family cat euthanized after contracting rabies - KRON4
(KRON) — An indoor pet cat in the East Bay that tested positive for rabies last month was euthanized, the Alameda County Public Health Department and Vector Control said. The domestic cat lived at a Pleasanton household and was considered “indoor-only” but wa…
Google Wants to Release 64 Million Bacteria-Infected Mosquitoes in Florida and California, Files For EPA Permit - Yahoo
Google Debug program seeks EPA approval to release 64 million Wolbachia-treated mosquitoes in Florida and California. Public comment closes June 5, 2026.
Researchers find alarming rates of mental decline, warn of 'dementia crisis' in Newark area - Gothamist
The Rutgers survey focused on Black seniors in public and federally subsidized housing, but didn't draw conclusions about specific populations.
Antidepressant Use Linked to Altered Gut Microbiota in Patients with Major Depressive Disorder - Medscape
Treatment with widely used antidepressants is associated with a reduced abundance of a specific gut bacterium in patients with major depressive disorder.

Map Shows Where US COVID Cases Are Rising - newsweek.com
COVID case counts are rising nationwide. CDC data shows where infections are growing fastest.

A tiny pill could beat the world’s biggest killer - vox.com
The FDA-approved pill enlicitide lowers LDL cholesterol by nearly 60 percent, marking the latest advance in medicine’s decades-long fight against heart disease.

Salmonella outbreak linked to Ramona deli's use of raw, unpasteurized eggs, county says - NBC 7 San Diego
San Diego County public health officials announced Tuesday they are investigating an outbreak of Salmonella linked to Ramona Family Naturals Market, with 13…

“Tipping Point”: Ex-CDC Official Links Cyclospora & Measles Outbreaks to Trump’s Public Health Cuts - Democracy Now!
The United States is facing a number of major disease outbreaks, from foodborne cyclosporiasis to vaccine-preventable measles. We speak to the former chief medical officer at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Debra Houry. She resigned from…
Why you might need reverse Kegels, according to pelvic floor therapists - The Washington Post
There are multiple ways to do these pelvic floor exercises, and focusing your efforts on the wrong one can backfire.

She was thinking about her future. Cancer made fertility an emergency - USA Today
Young people are getting diagnosed with cancer at higher rates. It’s changing the way they think about family planning.

Scientists Can Now Spot Alzheimer’s 10 Years Before Symptoms — Here’s the Catch - Money Talks News
A blood test can flag your Alzheimer’s risk a decade early. But what it can’t do should stop you cold.
The gut's link to Parkinson's — and more takeaways from this week's "Healthful" - CBS News
"Ask a Doctor" columnist Dr. Trisha Pasricha joined "Healthful" to discuss the brain-gut connection.

DNA cracks centuries-old murder mystery involving one of history’s most famous families - New York Post
Yale researchers, in collaboration with paleopathologists from the University of Pisa in Italy, analyzed DNA from the brothers’ skeletal remains for signs of foul play.

This Harvard Study on Potatoes Shocked Experts. Should You Rethink Your Next Meal? - AOL.com
A new study reveals a surprising link between French fries and type 2 diabetes risk. Find out what researchers discovered and what it means for your health.

Largest-Ever Genetic Study of Fibromyalgia Points to a Neurological Origin - Technology Networks
The largest-ever genetic study of fibromyalgia has identified new risk factors, a neurological origin, and potential new treatments for the condition.

Ridge Man Diagnosed With Rare Tick Borne Illness Rabbit Fever - News12 | Long Island
A Ridge man says a tick bite at his home led to a rare diagnosis of tularemia, or "Rabbit Fever."
A 13-year-old boy was airlifted after a rabid beaver attacked him at a Maryland state park, forcing offic - The Times of India
US News: A summer outing at one of Maryland's most popular state parks turned into a frightening medical emergency after a 13-year-old boy was attacked by a be.

Wrexham man's headache turns out to be terminal brain cancer - BBC
Josh Smith began experiencing brain fog and headaches, but assumed he was "just tired".

Low-Sugar Diet Early in Life Linked to 46% Lower Alzheimer's Risk - ScienceAlert
Sweet foods can be offered as a reward from the earliest stages of life.

2nd raccoon sought after rabies-positive animal attacks Glassboro, NJ man - 6abc Philadelphia
The investigation stems from an attack Sunday morning outside the Glassboro home of Kevin Tucker.

Day Around the Bay: COVID-19 Cases Surge In California, Up More Than 3% - SFist
AI companies are destroying antique books in mass quantities after training their models; Visa is laying off about 2,600 employees; and positive cases of COVID-19 have gone up by more than 3% in just a month.
Salmonella cases are surging in Colorado, health officials say - 9News
Des Moines doctor says first stroke implant patient is making strides - KCCI
After two strokes left his right arm and hand impaired, an 80-year-old Iowa man is finding new hope with an implanted nerve stimulator.

2 Portland hospitals identified as measles exposure locations - KOIN.com
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — A pair of Portland medical facilities were identified as measles exposure locations, the Oregon Health Authority announced on Tuesday. Health officials say that the exposures occurred at the Randall’s Children Hospital Emergency Depart…