New mpox strain identified in England
A new strain of mpox, previously called monkeypox, has been detected in a person in England, say UK health officials.The...
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Meningitis B vaccinations calls after Pontypool student, 18, dies
Family handoutMeg Draper joined the swimming and netball teams and was a popular figure in the student community A popular...
A nasty stomach virus is spreading across the US. Here’s how to avoid it.
Norovirus cases appear to be trending up, according to recent data. The National Respiratory and Enteric Virus Surveillance System reported...
WHO issues global guideline on the use of GLP-1 medicines in treating obesity
To address the growing global health challenge of obesity, which affects more than 1 billion people, the World Health Organization (WHO)...
Goats and Soda : NPR
The U.S. has marked World AIDS Day — the first global day dedicated to a health issue — since its...
Children who have smartphones by age 12 are at increased risk of health problems, new study finds
Having a smartphone may be harmful for children younger than 12, according to a new study. The study published Monday in...
Brain scientists are seeking weight-loss drugs without the nausea : Shots
Many people who take GLP-1 drugs like Wegovy and Zepbound for weight loss experience unpleasant side effects. Brain scientists are...
Pfizer’s mRNA Flu Vaccine Works Great, but RFK Jr. Might Ruin It for Everyone
Next-generation vaccines could make the flu season less of a snot-filled nightmare—if they ever reach the public, that is. Trial...
Is the US at risk of losing its measles elimination status?
As measles continues to spread across the United States, questions have emerged about whether the country will retain its measles...
