Infectious Disease - Page 13

September 25

New virus strain spikes in 9 US states with symptoms from brain fog to persistent cough

The XFG variant, also known as Stratus, is now the predominant COVID-19 strain in the U.S. after spreading to 38 countries, according to WHO and CDC data.

September 24

Dangerous spike in superbug infections surges across US as experts share cautions

A dangerous drug-resistant bacteria called NDM-CRE is spreading rapidly across the U.S., resisting most antibiotics and proving difficult for doctors to treat.

September 23

This flesh-eating parasite is 'knocking on our back door,' Agriculture secretary warns

U.S. Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins explains how the USDA is tackling a flesh-eating parasite that can threaten American cattle and sounds the alarm on how much farmland China owns on 'The Ingraham Angle.'

September 22

Trump: FDA will tell doctors pregnant women should limit acetaminophen use to lower chances of autism diagnosis in children

President Donald Trump makes an announcement regarding acetaminophen usage during pregnancy and a potential vaccine and autism correlation.

September 19

CDC panel changes COVID vaccine guidance

Fox News chief Washington correspondent Mike Emanuel reports on the CDC's decision to update COVID vaccine guidance and more on 'Special Report.'

September 19

CDC panel supports 'individual decision-making' on COVID vaccines, keeps access open

A CDC panel backed "individual decision-making" on COVID shots, urged stronger risk language and rejected a proposal to require prescriptions.

September 19

MIT professor urges COVID vaccines be available only by prescription

Dr. Retsef Levi told a CDC panel that COVID shots should require a doctor’s prescription, arguing vaccination decisions need individualized medical guidance. (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention) 

September 19

California mom appeals to Supreme Court in religious-based vaccine dispute after son is banned from school

A California mom asked the Supreme Court to block state vaccine mandates, saying they forced her to choose between her Christian faith and her son’s education.

September 19

CDC panel recommends against combination MMRV vaccine for children under 4

Fox News senior medical analyst Dr. Marc Siegel discusses the new CDC panel's vote and the debate over hepatitis B vaccine for infants and more on 'America Reports.'

September 18

Hepatitis B in the spotlight: What to know about the viral infection

Medical experts say vaccination is the best prevention method for hepatitis B, a liver infection that can be acute or chronic. The disease has no cure and can cause a variety of complications.