A 43-year-old man in New Mexico has been diagnosed with plague, the first human case of the year. After hospitalization, he has been discharged, highlighting the ongoing risk of this rare but serious disease.
A Missouri resident is hospitalized with a rare, deadly brain-eating infection, possibly after waterskiing in a local lake. Learn about Naegleria fowleri, symptoms, and safety tips.
A Missouri resident has been diagnosed with a life-threatening brain-eating amoeba after possible exposure while water skiing. Here's what you need to know about the risks and prevention.
Tragedy strikes as an Arizona resident dies from pneumonic plague, marking the first death in Coconino County since 2007. Health officials stress the risk to the public remains low, urging awareness and prevention measures.
A resident of northern Arizona has died from pneumonic plague, marking the first recorded death from this illness since 2007. Health officials emphasize the rarity of plague cases in the U.S., but caution is advised when handling sick animals.
An 8-year-old boy's life took a dramatic turn as he regained mobility through an experimental treatment for a rare genetic disorder. After months of decline, hope emerged with a pioneering drug that bypasses the genetic mutation.
Appendix cancer diagnoses are on the rise, particularly among younger adults. Experts are puzzled by this trend and urge awareness of vague symptoms that could indicate this rare disease. Learn more about the potential causes and prevention strategies.
In an unprecedented medical achievement, a child with a rare genetic disorder receives a customized CRISPR gene therapy, paving the way for future treatments of similar conditions.
In a groundbreaking case, a 6-month-old baby boy named KJ was treated with a personalized CRISPR gene-editing therapy, correcting a dangerous mutation before it could threaten his life. This innovative approach promises hope for similar cases.
A baby diagnosed with a rare genetic disorder has shown remarkable improvement after receiving an experimental gene editing treatment tailored just for him. This groundbreaking therapy offers hope for others with similar conditions.