October 31 Common viruses linked to ‘dramatic’ spike in heart attack and stroke risk Viral infections trigger inflammation that raises heart disease risk, study finds. Vaccination against COVID, flu and shingles may help prevent cardiovascular complications.
October 30 Oregon child attacked by coyote during game of hide-and-seek in backyard; state officials sound alarm Oregon wildlife officials urged parents to supervise children outdoors after a coyote bit a young child during a game of hide-and-seek in Portland.
October 30 Beach bliss turns chaotic as shark lunges at snorkeler: 'He could have ripped my arm off' Shark attack survivor reportedly shares harrowing experience in Florida Keys waters, as multiple bites to arm highlights ongoing shark activity in popular snorkeling destinations.
October 30 Popular travel destination loses mosquito-free status after insects spotted Mosquitoes were discovered in Iceland for the first time, potentially ending the country's mosquito-free status, adding to its unique profile as a travel destination.
October 27 Shingles vaccine connected to ‘exciting’ health benefits in large study New research reveals the shingles vaccine may cut vascular dementia risk by half, offering unexpected brain protection beyond preventing painful rash outbreaks.
October 26 Wild bear makes 'very polite' surprise visit to California zoo before returning to forest Young black bear surprises Sequoia Park Zoo staff with unexpected visit in Eureka, California. Wild cub climbed fence, explored peacefully before returning to forest.
October 26 Bird flu cases on the rise, as illness confirmed at Georgia commercial poultry farm Bird flu outbreak hits third Georgia commercial poultry operation this year, affecting 140,000 chickens as state officials work to contain HPAI spread.
October 24 Contaminated meat blamed for rise in common urinary infections, experts warn New study reveals that nearly 20% of UTIs could be linked to contaminated meat. with E. coli strains from chicken and turkey posing hidden foodborne risks nationwide.
October 23 Mpox strain surfaces in US without international travel, raising fears of wider outbreak The California Department of Health reports that three hospitalized clade I mpox patients are now recovering, marking the first community spread without international travel history.
October 22 Baby humpback whale meets tragic end off New Jersey coast in suspected propeller strike Marine Mammal Stranding Center reports that a 29-foot young humpback whale succumbed to propeller strike wounds while trapped off New Jersey coast.