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New virus detected in China infects 35 people: What to know

INFECTIOUS DISEASE 1 hour ago

New virus detected in China infects 35 people: What to know

A new flu-like virus has been detected in China, and its name is Langya henipavirus (LayV). Here's what you need to know about the 35 confirmed infections.

Polio vaccine campaign underway in London as the virus spreads in the city

World 1 hour ago

Polio vaccine campaign underway in London as the virus spreads in the city

Children under 10 living in London are being urged to get a polio vaccine booster as the virus is confirmed to be spreading in the capital for the first time since the 1980s.

Study finds exposure to 'forever' chemicals in household products leads to liver cancer

Alternative Medicine 2 hours ago

Study finds exposure to 'forever' chemicals in household products leads to liver cancer

A new study published by the Keck School of Medicine found a correlation between regular exposure to "forever" chemicals and liver cancer.

India to begin 'mix and match' COVID booster vaccines this week

HEALTH 2 hours ago

India to begin 'mix and match' COVID booster vaccines this week

India announced on Wednesday that the country will begin offering Biological E's COVID-19 vaccine Corbevax, which can be paired with both of the country's available vaccines.

Monkeypox vaccine authorization expanded by FDA to increase dose supply

Vaccine 5 hours ago

Monkeypox vaccine authorization expanded by FDA to increase dose supply

The Food and Drug Administration updated its emergency authorization of the Jynneos monkeypox vaccine, a move it said would increase the number of available doses.

Drugmaker Gilead Sciences pledges $5 million to educate LGBTQ+ community on monkeypox

Health 23 hours ago

Drugmaker Gilead Sciences pledges $5 million to educate LGBTQ+ community on monkeypox

Pharmaceutical company Gilead Sciences Inc. has committed $5 million dollars to assist a coalition of LGBTQ+ advocacy groups in helping educate the LBGTQ+ community on monkeypox.

Ashton Kutcher's vasculitis, a rare autoimmune disorder: What is it?

HEALTH 1 day ago

Ashton Kutcher's vasculitis, a rare autoimmune disorder: What is it?

Actor Ashton Kutcher disclosed a recent bout with an autoimmune condition that affected his hearing, vision and ability to walk. Here's more about vasculitis — and how it affects the blood vessels.

Monkeypox in America: Who's at risk and why?

HEALTH 2 days ago

Monkeypox in America: Who's at risk and why?

The Biden administration declared monkeypox a public health emergency in the United States last week, but who's at most risk and how is this virus spreading?

Monkeypox vaccine campaign rolls out in Italy

Health 2 days ago

Monkeypox vaccine campaign rolls out in Italy

Italy begins its vaccine campaign against monkeypox this week as the virus continues to spread around the globe. The vaccine being used is Jynneos (MVA-BN), a smallpox vaccine.

Spain reports first deaths from acute hepatitis in children

Spain 5 days ago

Spain reports first deaths from acute hepatitis in children

Spain has reported its first two deaths from acute hepatitis, or liver inflammation, among children. And of the 46 cases, three required liver transplants.

Top health official: New York treating polio case as 'tip of the iceberg'

HEALTH 5 days ago

Top health official: New York treating polio case as 'tip of the iceberg'

New York's top health official warned that the first case of the polio virus detected in Rockland County last month is being treated as the "tip of the iceberg."

Have monkeypox? CDC advises no sex, but says masturbation 6 feet apart or virtual sex reduce risk

INFECTIOUS DISEASE 5 days ago

Have monkeypox? CDC advises no sex, but says masturbation 6 feet apart or virtual sex reduce risk

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends a variety of sexual activities that they claim will help prevent a spike in infections, including mutual masturbation.

America Together

NY man cycling across America names his friendliest state of all

Biking Across America 1 day ago

NY man cycling across America names his friendliest state of all

On this day in history, August 3, 2004, Statue of Liberty welcomes visitors for first time since 9/11

LIFESTYLE August 3

On this day in history, August 3, 2004, Statue of Liberty welcomes visitors for first time since 9/11

All-women rowing team breaks world record in race across Pacific Ocean: 'Best decision ever'

Pacific July 30

All-women rowing team breaks world record in race across Pacific Ocean: 'Best decision ever'

America's best chicken wings: 6 local hotspots that rule the roost, say experts

LIFESTYLE July 29

America's best chicken wings: 6 local hotspots that rule the roost, say experts