Infectious Disease

Measles 3 hours ago

Measles outbreak explodes in South Carolina; multiple people hospitalized as cases surpass 200

South Carolina reported 26 new measles cases since Friday, bringing the total number of cases in the latest outbreak to 211. Some people were exposed in schools or churches.

Georgia 6 hours ago

DOJ charges ex-Georgia Democrat lawmaker with allegedly fraudulently obtaining COVID unemployment benefits

Former Georgia lawmaker Karen Bennett allegedly fraudulently claimed nearly $14,000 in COVID unemployment benefits while working from home during the pandemic.

Travel 9 hours ago

Measles cases confirmed at four major US airports across country amid peak holiday travel

Health officials confirmed measles exposure at four major airports as the CDC reported over 2,000 cases nationwide this year, prompting urgent public advisories.

Health 1 day ago

Flu hospitalizations hit all-time weekly high in densely populated state, officials warn

New York reports record flu hospitalizations and cases, with a rise of nearly 1,000 in a single week. Health experts urge immediate vaccination as a new variant spreads.

Vaccine 1 day ago

CDC slashes childhood vaccine schedule in unprecedented overhaul following pandemic trust issues

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention cuts childhood vaccine recommendations from 18 to 11 diseases as Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. addresses declining vaccination adherence.

Health 3 days ago

Deadly 'superbug' is spreading across US as drug resistance grows, researchers warn

Researchers discovered a possible weakness in the deadly hospital superbug C. auris that could lead to new treatments for the drug-resistant fungal infection.

Health 4 days ago

Experimental vaccine could save thousands of lives per year, scientist claims

The first-ever fentanyl overdose prevention vaccine could save thousands of lives annually, with human trials beginning in early 2026 after animal studies.

Bird Flu 6 days ago

Dead birds on Florida beaches have experts worried about avian flu

Dead birds along Florida's Space Coast spark fears of a possible avian flu outbreak. Samples were sent for testing as wildlife officials monitor the situation.

Minnesota Fraud Exposed December 30

Maine nonprofit with Somali ties reportedly sees state funding shut off after fraud claims

Maine suspends funding to Gateway Community Services after fraud allegations surface, with state seeking over $1 million in improper Medicaid payments.

Travel December 30

World's most contagious virus detected at two major US airports amid holiday traffic

A case of measles was detected at Newark airport in New Jersey during holiday travel — and at Logan in Boston. Health officials urge travelers to contact healthcare providers as needed.