Rare Diseases - Page 3

August 23

Brain eating amoeba-infected patient dies, Missouri health officials confirm

Brain-eating amoeba kills Missouri water-skier as health officials urge precautions when swimming in warm, fresh bodies of water like Lake of the Ozarks.

August 21

California resident contracts plague, likely from infected flea bite during Lake Tahoe camping trip: officials

A California resident went camping in South Lake Tahoe and tested positive for a plague after a suspected infected flea bite, and health officials are investigating.

August 15

Tennis champion Monica Seles reveals incurable disease as doctor shares what to know

Myasthenia gravis is an autoimmune disease causing muscle weakness that fluctuates throughout the day, with symptoms ranging from eye issues to breathing problems.

August 14

Person infected with brain-eating amoeba after water-skiing, health officials say

A brain-eating amoeba case in Missouri highlights the risks of warm freshwater activities, as health officials recommend preventing water from entering the nose.

August 9

Neurologists reveal the top 3 foods to avoid to protect your brain and nervous system

Neurologists identify common foods that can contain dangerous neurotoxins and tapeworms that could harm brain health — and provide tips on what to watch for.

August 8

More cases of deadly ‘flesh-eating’ bacterial infection in popular vacation destination

Vibrio vulnificus bacteria causes eight fatalities in Florida, as state health officials confirm 16 cases of the flesh-eating infection statewide.

July 31

Rare tick-borne virus causing neurological symptoms diagnosed in Northeastern state

Rare Powassan virus case in Maine highlights serious tick-borne illness with no vaccine or treatment, causing neurological symptoms and potential fatality.

July 30

Hidden sleep danger could increase risk of 172 diseases, major study reveals

Researchers analyzing UK Biobank data reveal that poor sleep patterns double the disease risk for 42 conditions, with sleep regularity more important than duration alone.

July 29

Doctors reveal key signs of Lyme disease as tick season intensifies across US

Lyme disease from deer ticks can cause complications if untreated, with symptoms appearing weeks after infection. Experts share tips for treatment and prevention.

July 17

What President Donald Trump's chronic venous insuffiency means

Fox News senior medical analyst Dr. Marc Siegel breaks down the White House's revelations about the president's condition and why he feels satisfied about what was disclosed on 'America Reports.'