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May 20, 2024

Biden suggests he was vice president during COVID-19 pandemic: 'Barack said to me, go to Detroit'

President Biden appeared to make a gaffe during his speech to an NAACP campaign event in Michigan, suggesting he was vice president during the pandemic.

May 20, 2024

US pediatricians group reverses decades-old policy, allowing breastfeeding for those with HIV

The American Academy of Pediatrics has announced a policy shift, saying that those with HIV who are effectively managing the virus with medication can breastfeed their babies.

May 20, 2024

Report exposes 'catalog of failures' by UK government in infected blood scandal that killed thousands

An inquiry has found that British authorities and health officials exposed tens of thousands of patients to deadly infections through contaminated blood and products.

May 19, 2024

7 important health stories you might have missed this week: Catch up here

With the week ahead beckoning, check out some of the top recent stories in Health that you may have missed, or have been meaning to check out — here are 7 key developments.

May 17, 2024

Water parasite in England sickens more than 45 people, residents told to boil tap water before drinking

In the in the Brixham area of Devon in the U.K., around 16,000 homes and businesses have been affected by a microscopic parasite that was found in their water.

May 17, 2024

NIH admits to funding gain-of-function research in Wuhan lab

Ohio Rep. Brad Wenstrup weighs in after NIH's Dr. Lawrence Tabak made the 'startling' admission during a congressional hearing Thursday.

May 17, 2024

‘Inhumane’: Utah mom slaps drug company with lawsuit after suffering COVID vaccine trial injuries

Brianne Dressen shared with Fox News Digital why she decided to file a lawsuit against AstraZeneca after taking part in the drug company's COVID-19 vaccine trial.

May 17, 2024

Brianne Dressen, a participant in the AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine trial, says the drug company needs to be "held accountable"

Brianne Dressen shared with Fox News Digital why she decided to file a lawsuit against AstraZeneca after taking part in their COVID-19 vaccine trial.

May 16, 2024

CDC, WebMD give update on current bird flu outbreak: ‘Be alert, not alarmed’

As bird flu continues to spread among cattle in the U.S., the CDC and WebMD joined forces on Thursday to present a live-streamed briefing on the status of the outbreak.

May 16, 2024

PETA calls out NYC mayor for 'villainizing rats'

PETA said it's "rushing" New York City Mayor Eric Adams and "Empathy Kit" and "Rats Have Rights" mug after he said he "hates rats," which have caused diseases to New Yorkers