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March 16, 2024

New report blasts government's COVID response, warns of repeating same mistakes

A new report has blasted the government’s response to the coronavirus pandemic and suggests the U.S. should cut ties with the World Health Organization

March 15, 2024

How to protect yourself from a forgotten disease now coming across the border

An infectious disease we thought we had beaten has come back with a vengeance. A combination of vaccine hesitancy and unvaccinated migrants make it easier for illness to spread.

March 14, 2024

Measles outbreak shouldn't be made political: Dr. Marc Siegel

Ó£ÌÒÊÓƵ contributor Dr. Marc Siegel joins ‘America’s Newsroom’ to discuss the growing measles outbreak at a Chicago migrant shelter.

March 10, 2024

As New Jersey investigates mumps outbreak, experts share what to know about symptoms, protection

The New Jersey Department of Health is investigating a suspected cluster of mumps cases in Hunterdon County among eight family members who traveled internationally. Doctors weigh in.

March 3, 2024

Health's weekend read includes kidney donations, cancer prevention, measles vaccinations and more

This weekend, check out some of the top stories of the week in Health that you may have missed, including key insights on COVID and autoimmune treatments.

March 1, 2024

Measles vaccinations given in '70s and '80s may have worn off by now, doctor warns

Amid the current measles outbreak in Florida, some doctors are warning that those who got vaccinated in the 70s or 80s may not be fully protected today.

March 1, 2024

CDC drops its 5-day COVID isolation guidelines

It is no longer necessary to isolate for five days after testing positive for COVID-19, according to a Friday statement from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

February 29, 2024

CDC recommends additional COVID vaccine for adults 65 and over

Older adults in the U.S. should get another COVID-19 booster shot even if they received one in the fall, according to guidance from the CDC. Two doctors react.

February 28, 2024

US numbers indicate flu shots are performing acceptably against virus

Estimates early for the 2023-24 flu season show that the vaccine is doing a fair job in preventing adults from falling sick enough to require a doctor's visit.

February 28, 2024

Amid measles outbreaks, Florida Department of Health speaks out against ‘false information’

Amid ongoing measles outbreaks at Florida schools, the state’s Department of Health released an updated statement on Wednesday, warning of "misinformation" from media reports.