RESPIRATORY HEALTH

US 6 days ago

Fiberglass cows? Some state fairs aren’t taking any chances with bird flu concerns

Some state fairs have become creative when it comes to cow milking demonstrations and other bovine-themed events because of the spread of the bird flu.

HEALTH 6 days ago

COVID vaccine distrust growing among Americans, survey finds: ‘Should be a personal choice’

A growing number of Americans are skeptical of vaccines for COVID and other infectious diseases, according to a health survey by the Annenberg Public Policy Center at the University of Pennsylvania.

HEALTHY LIVING 6 days ago

Saunas have health benefits, but overuse is linked to dangerous health risks

Taking time to sit in a sauna comes with an abundance of impressive health benefits when combined with an overall healthy lifestyle, but there are risks to know.

Outbreaks August 23

How scientists in Iowa are working to stop the bird flu outbreak infecting US dairy cows

The U.S. Department of Agriculture is studying animals at the National Animal Disease Center in Iowa in an attempt to stop the bird flu outbreak that is spreading through U.S. animals.

HEALTH August 21

6 'healthy eating concepts' are evaluated as true or false by nutrition experts

Researchers at Massachusetts General Hospital investigated six trends on healthy eating to verify whether they're fact or fiction. Here's what to know about common nutrition trends.

HEALTH August 20

Parvovirus or ‘slapped cheek disease’ is on the rise, CDC warns: Here’s what to know

A respiratory disease known as parvovirus B19 is on the rise in the U.S. among all age groups, according to a recent advisory from the CDC. Experts share symptoms, treatment and high-risk groups.

Politics August 17

Florida GOP lawmaker wants to ban smoking on streets, but supports legalizing marijuana

Smoking and vaping in public in Florida may soon be a thing of the past if a bill by Florida GOP sate Sen. Joe Gruters becomes law. The bill would be introduced if weed in the state is legalized.

HEALTH August 15

What to know about Legionnaires’ disease, the lung infection reported in New Hampshire

Five people in downtown Lincoln, New Hampshire, have been diagnosed with Legionnaires' disease. Here's what to know about symptoms, treatment and prevention.

HEALTH August 6

Steven Tyler’s career-ending throat injury: How dangerous is a fractured larynx?

Aerosmith’s announcement that the band is retiring after five decades has spotlighted a little-known condition frontman Steven Tyler is battling. A doctor explains laryngeal fractures.

Olympics August 2

Slovakian Olympic swimmer collapses after women's 200m individual medley heat

Slovakian Olympic swimmer Tamara Potocka collapsed after swimming in the prelim of the women's 200-meter individual medley on Friday morning. She reportedly suffered an asthma attack.