In a heartbreaking development, Colorado reports its first West Nile virus death of the year. Health officials urge residents to take precautions against mosquito bites as cases rise across the state.
Researchers have discovered a groundbreaking CRISPR gene-editing method that modifies mosquitoes to prevent malaria transmission, potentially saving hundreds of thousands of lives annually.
Zimbabwe faces a severe malaria resurgence, with cases skyrocketing after US funding cuts. Experts warn this could reverse two decades of progress in controlling the disease, threatening lives across the nation.
Measles cases in the U.S. are at their highest since 2000, with 1,277 reported cases this year, raising concerns over declining vaccination rates and recent outbreaks in Texas.
The alarming rise in measles cases in America has surpassed 800, marking the worst outbreak in 30 years. With declining vaccination rates and public health cuts, experts fear this could be just the beginning.
In a heated Capitol Hill hearing, Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. faced fierce criticism from House Democrats over his drastic budget cuts to federal health agencies, sparking a fiery debate on the future of medical research funding.
In 2025, the US sees over 1,000 measles cases, the highest since 2000, driven by a large outbreak in West Texas. Experts warn numbers could be severely underreported, raising alarms nationwide.
After 25 years of measles being declared eliminated in the U.S., alarming outbreaks have emerged, particularly in West Texas, leading to tragic fatalities. What measures are needed to contain the virus?
The recent resignation of Peter Marks, the FDA's top vaccine official, raises serious concerns about public health and vaccine confidence amid a growing measles outbreak and controversial health policies.
In a surprising turn, the Trump administration is contemplating cuts to H.I.V. prevention efforts that previously saw significant success. What does this mean for public health?
