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Ask a doctor: 'Why am I getting nosebleeds and how can I stop them?'

July 11, 2024

Ask a doctor: 'Why am I getting nosebleeds and how can I stop them?'

Having a nosebleed can be startling and somewhat scary, but medical experts say the condition is generally not serious. Two doctors share common causes and signs of severe cases.

Bird flu has infected humans in these countries as virus spreads around the world

July 10, 2024

Bird flu has infected humans in these countries as virus spreads around the world

Varying types of avian influenza, the bird flu virus, have been found in humans across the globe this year. Public health officials are paying close attention to the spread of the flu.

Ferret study shows bird flu found in US cows carries low risk of airborne transmission

July 8, 2024

Ferret study shows bird flu found in US cows carries low risk of airborne transmission

An avian influenza experiment found that the virus is not easily transmitted through the air among ferrets, but it does have some capability of spreading this way.

Bird flu: Fourth US human case confirmed in Colorado farmworker

July 3, 2024

Bird flu: Fourth US human case confirmed in Colorado farmworker

Health officials in Colorado say a male farmworker who was reporting symptoms of conjunctivitis — pink eye — recently tested positive for bird flu.

Severe health risks of vaping and e-cigarettes, especially for youth, say experts

July 3, 2024

Severe health risks of vaping and e-cigarettes, especially for youth, say experts

Uncover the truth about the health risks of vaping, which includes aerosol from an e-cigarette, a trend that's gaining popularity among teenagers and young adults.

Childhood medical myths debunked as experts weigh in on 5 common warnings

June 28, 2024

Childhood medical myths debunked as experts weigh in on 5 common warnings

A new UCSF Health report addresses several common wellness myths that children hear while growing up. Fox News Digital spoke to experts who revealed the truth about five common misconceptions.

Some sleep apnea patients see improvement with new breathing tool

June 27, 2024

Some sleep apnea patients see improvement with new breathing tool

In a Finland study, a new breathing device has shown promising results in reducing symptoms of sleep apnea, according to researchers. Researchers and sleep experts weighed in.

Ask a doctor: ‘Is it ever OK to take someone else’s prescription medication?’

June 24, 2024

Ask a doctor: ‘Is it ever OK to take someone else’s prescription medication?’

It may be tempting to share pills in a pinch, but two doctors weighed in for this "Ask a doctor" piece about the potential risks of taking prescription medication that belongs to someone else.

FDA has ‘not done its job’ when it comes to e-cigs, vaping: Tony Abboud

June 15, 2024

FDA has ‘not done its job’ when it comes to e-cigs, vaping: Tony Abboud

Vapor Technology Association’s Tony Abboud shares his concerns over illegal e-cigarette sales and vaping among young Americans.

CDC warns of ‘dual mutant’ flu strain that could evade antiviral drugs: ‘Need to closely monitor’

June 14, 2024

CDC warns of ‘dual mutant’ flu strain that could evade antiviral drugs: ‘Need to closely monitor’

A new “dual mutant" strain of H1N1 influenza could pose a threat in the U.S., according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Dr. Marc Siegel offered input on the potential risks.