Melissa Rudy

Five deaths in Louisiana from Vibrio vulnificus mark a sharp rise, as all nine cases involved open wounds exposed to warm seawater this year.

A new mRNA flu vaccine showed a 27% reduction in flu cases in a clinical trial, but its path to FDA approval faced an early regulatory setback.

The spotlight on NFL quarterback Aaron Rodgers' family estrangement has sparked renewed interest in why relatives become estranged. A psychologist breaks down five common contributing factors.

Three probable tularemia cases on Long Island have officials warning residents about the tick-borne illness after a 9-year-old developed severe symptoms.

A breast cancer surgeon explains how GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy may lower cancer recurrence risk by reducing BMI, estrogen and inflammation.

A certified personal trainer reveals the benchmarks for the 30-second chair stand test and exercises that can improve lower body strength and fall risk.

Carly Simon revealed her Parkinson's disease was initially mistaken for arthritis after joint replacements, raising questions about overlapping symptoms.

Federal food safety officials have recalled more than 12,000 pounds of imported bacon after discovering the products entered the country without undergoing a mandatory inspection.

Ed Sheeran's viral podcast clip reignites debate over British drinking culture versus American alcoholism definitions and when drinking becomes a problem.

Chronic poverty over decades was linked to memory loss, slower processing speed and brain shrinkage, with strongest effects among men and APOE-ε4 carriers.

Rick Nelson had a heart attack days before his daughter's wedding, but after a quadruple bypass, his care team moved the ceremony to the hospital rooftop.

Maria Kang, the viral "No Excuses Mom" fitness influencer, reveals how Stage 4 colon cancer blindsided her despite years of healthy living.

The New York City Legionnaires' disease outbreak has killed five and sickened 82, but doctors say key prevention steps can reduce exposure risk.

Melinda French Gates says it took three doctors to diagnose her perimenopause, revealing a startling gap in OB-GYN menopause training nationwide.

Full-body scans are making headlines for potentially catching diseases early, but some doctors urge caution. Here's what you need to know about the pricey screenings.

Pete Hegseth's Pentagon testosterone screening mandate has men asking whether their levels are normal. Here's what doctors say about diagnosis.

PM2.5 particles from Canadian wildfire smoke can penetrate deep into lungs and the bloodstream, posing risks even for healthy people across 20+ states.

Lipfendra, the first once-daily oral PCSK9 inhibitor, was shown to reduce LDL cholesterol by roughly 56% to 60% when combined with statins.

Doctors say the risk of Cyclospora from eating lettuce remains extremely low, but recommend washing all leafy greens thoroughly amid the Taco Bell probe.

A viral TikTok trend showing people microwaving NeeDoh stress balls led to an Alabama boy getting third-degree burns after hot gel exploded on his neck.

Preliminary findings suggest aortic dissection was the cause of Sen. Lindsey Graham's sudden death. Doctors explain the warning signs and high-risk groups.

A senior care expert says 77% of families wish they'd acted sooner, revealing the subtle signs of cognitive decline to watch for during visits.

Katie Couric detailed a frightening episode at the Aspen Ideas Festival where she thought Joe Biden was president and couldn't recall the year.

Super movers, who walk at speeds comparable to people 30 years younger, showed about half the risk of cognitive decline, a Stony Brook Medicine study found.

A Legionnaires' disease outbreak on Manhattan's Upper East Side has caused 23 confirmed cases and 17 hospitalizations linked to cooling towers.

New ETEC vaccine technology targeting enterotoxigenic Escherichia coli has been licensed to Valneva after decades of research at University of Bergen.

Longevity entrepreneur Bryan Johnson says he has been diagnosed with autoimmune gastritis, an autoimmune disorder that damages the stomach's parietal cells and can interfere with the body's ability to absorb vitamin B12 and iron.

From walking everywhere to eating seasonal foods and sharing community meals, experts say these forgotten American health habits are worth reviving.

Life expectancy rose from the age of 30 to nearly 80 years. Today, infectious diseases have given way to chronic conditions like heart disease, cancer and diabetes.

A new Medicare GLP-1 Bridge program offers Wegovy and Zepbound to eligible seniors for $50 a month starting July 1, slashing obesity drug costs.