A Missouri resident has been hospitalized with a rare brain-eating amoeba infection after water skiing at Lake of the Ozarks. Health officials are investigating the source of the infection. Learn about the risks and safety measures!
A new retrospective study indicates that while GLP-1 receptor agonists for diabetes may slightly increase the risk of new-onset diabetic retinopathy, they also significantly reduce the risk of vision loss. Experts emphasize the importance of regular eye examinations for patients.
The Chikungunya virus is spreading rapidly across cities in China and beyond, prompting health warnings and quarantine measures. Discover how the virus spreads and which countries are affected.
UnitedHealth Group's stock continues to decline as the insurer battles rising medical costs and a challenging earnings outlook. Following the abrupt CEO change, the company anticipates no earnings growth until 2026.
Astronomers using the James Webb Space Telescope have captured its first images of black holes tearing apart stars in dusty galaxies. These groundbreaking observations reveal the hidden nature of tidal disruption events and the behavior of supermassive black holes.
In a surprising turn of events, the FDA has allowed Sarepta Therapeutics to resume shipments of its gene therapy, Elevidys, for younger Duchenne muscular dystrophy patients who can walk, despite concerns over previous fatalities.
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is reportedly planning to dismiss members of the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force, alarming medical experts and organizations about the potential risks to preventive healthcare standards.
Christopher Kennedy's unexpected diagnosis of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis transformed his life. As he faced deteriorating health, a double-lung transplant became his beacon of hope, leading to a remarkable recovery and a renewed appreciation for life.
As gene therapy for Duchenne muscular dystrophy faces scrutiny after tragic deaths, families like the Revells navigate the uncertain waters of hope and risk, questioning the future of their loved ones.
Medical staff in Gaza are collapsing from hunger while trying to care for malnourished patients. With no food available, they face impossible choices between work and survival.
