In a groundbreaking study, researchers found that permethrin-treated baby wraps could reduce malaria cases in young children by 65%. This innovative approach may provide a new line of defense against the deadly disease in sub-Saharan Africa.
A groundbreaking study reveals that new cardiovascular risk equations could significantly decrease the number of middle-aged adults eligible for aspirin to prevent heart disease, raising questions about current guidelines and the safety of aspirin use.
America faces a severe measles crisis with record-high cases in 2025. States like Michigan, California, and Illinois report new infections, raising concerns about a potential resurgence of this vaccine-preventable disease.
Recent research suggests that vaccines not only combat infectious diseases but may also lower the risk of dementia. Experts highlight their protective role, especially for older adults.
In a race against time, Bear River Health officials moved swiftly to protect 11 exposed infants from measles, coordinating a vital response that involved notifying families and administering urgent treatments.
A team of scientists proposes a bold plan to combat Lyme disease on Nantucket by genetically engineering mice to be immune, raising both hope and ecological concerns in the community.
A new Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo has prompted the CDC to issue a health advisory for travelers. Learn how to protect yourself and what symptoms to watch for during your visit.
In a dramatic Senate hearing, former CDC officials accused Robert F Kennedy Jr of undermining public health efforts and politicizing vaccine policies, raising alarming concerns about the future of disease prevention in the U.S.
A groundbreaking vaccine has been approved to combat chlamydia in koalas, a major cause of their decline. Researchers celebrate this world-first development, which promises to protect these beloved marsupials from extinction.
A heartbreaking case in Los Angeles underscores the critical importance of vaccinations after a school-age child dies from a rare measles-related complication years after recovering from the illness.
