RFK Jr. testifying at Senate hearing about CDC, vaccine policies
The Health and Human Services secretary faces questions on Thursday from a Senate committee about layoffs and sweeping changes to health agencies.
The Health and Human Services secretary faces questions on Thursday from a Senate committee about layoffs and sweeping changes to health agencies.
Chagas disease carried by the kissing bug spreading across US: What to know
Chagas disease, a potentially deadly condition transmitted by an insect known as the "kissing bug", is now considered an endemic in the US.
Chagas disease, a potentially deadly condition transmitted by an insect known as the "kissing bug", is now considered an endemic in the US.
Governor DeSantis announces Florida MAHA Commission, vows to end all vaccine mandates
Gov. Ron DeSantis announced on Wednesday that Florida is establishing a Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) Commission at the state level.
Gov. Ron DeSantis announced on Wednesday that Florida is establishing a Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) Commission at the state level.
Montell Jordan says his cancer has returned after having prostate removed
The R&B singer, who was diagnosed with prostate cancer last year, shared his story in a recent interview.
The R&B singer, who was diagnosed with prostate cancer last year, shared his story in a recent interview.
Study finds common nasal spray may lower risk of COVID-19 infection
A recent clinical trial has found that a commonly used nasal spray for allergies may also help lower the risk of COVID-19 infection.
A recent clinical trial has found that a commonly used nasal spray for allergies may also help lower the risk of COVID-19 infection.
Some gel polish banned in Europe: Here's why
Bottles of gel polish that contain trimethylbenzoyl diphenylphosphine oxide will no longer be legal after Sept. 1 in the EU.
Bottles of gel polish that contain trimethylbenzoyl diphenylphosphine oxide will no longer be legal after Sept. 1 in the EU.
That morning cup of coffee could be the key to a happier day, new study suggests
A recent study found that your morning cup of coffee really does make you happier – even if you're not a caffeine addict.
A recent study found that your morning cup of coffee really does make you happier – even if you're not a caffeine addict.
Human plague case reported; patient likely exposed while camping
The New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH) has reported the first case of human plague in 2025.
The New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH) has reported the first case of human plague in 2025.
Painkillers fueling antibiotic-resistant 'Superbugs'?
Recent research shows that common painkillers and other non-antibiotic medications can contribute to the development of "superbugs" and accelerate antibiotic resistance. Joining LiveNOW to help break down that research is Dr. Steven Goldberg, Chief Medical Officer at HealthTrackRX.
Recent research shows that common painkillers and other non-antibiotic medications can contribute to the development of "superbugs" and accelerate antibiotic resistance. Joining LiveNOW to help break down that research is Dr. Steven Goldberg, Chief Medical Officer at HealthTrackRX.
Common painkillers may fuel deadly superbugs that resist antibiotics, study warns
Ibuprofen and acetaminophen increased genetic mutations in E. coli during lab tests.
Ibuprofen and acetaminophen increased genetic mutations in E. coli during lab tests.
FDA limits access to updated COVID-19 shots: What we know
Millions of healthy adults and children who are interested in getting an updated COVID-19 shot for extra protection may have to cross several new hurdles to do so.
Millions of healthy adults and children who are interested in getting an updated COVID-19 shot for extra protection may have to cross several new hurdles to do so.
2 women in their 80s overheat, become unresponsive in hot tub at remote cabin
The women were given cold and ice compresses before they were taken to a local hospital.
The women were given cold and ice compresses before they were taken to a local hospital.
Bruce Willis' 'brain is failing him,' wife says
Bruce Willis’ wife, Emma Heming Willis, has shared an update on his battle with frontotemporal dementia.
Bruce Willis’ wife, Emma Heming Willis, has shared an update on his battle with frontotemporal dementia.
What is screwworm? Symptoms, prevention and treatment
The first human case of New World screwworm was confirmed in the United States after a Maryland resident was diagnosed earlier this month.
The first human case of New World screwworm was confirmed in the United States after a Maryland resident was diagnosed earlier this month.
Screwworm confirmed in US with first human case reported in Maryland: CDC
New World screwworm, a flesh-eating parasite, has been detected in the United States for the first time.
New World screwworm, a flesh-eating parasite, has been detected in the United States for the first time.
Study links COVID-19 infections to increased asthma, allergy risk
A large study led by Karolinska Institutet found people who had COVID-19 face a higher risk of developing asthma, sinusitis and hay fever, but vaccination appears to reduce those risks.
A large study led by Karolinska Institutet found people who had COVID-19 face a higher risk of developing asthma, sinusitis and hay fever, but vaccination appears to reduce those risks.
Hundreds of HHS staff sign letter urging RFK Jr. to stop spreading misinformation
More than 750 current and former federal health employees signed a letter accusing Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. of spreading misinformation and fueling mistrust that they say contributed to the recent CDC headquarters shooting.
More than 750 current and former federal health employees signed a letter accusing Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. of spreading misinformation and fueling mistrust that they say contributed to the recent CDC headquarters shooting.
East Coast, Gulf states warn of rising flesh-eating bacteria infections
Health officials are warning about a summertime surge of Vibrio vulnificus infections, a flesh-eating bacteria found in warm coastal waters that has killed several people this year.
Health officials are warning about a summertime surge of Vibrio vulnificus infections, a flesh-eating bacteria found in warm coastal waters that has killed several people this year.
Frank Caprio, judge who went viral for compassion in courtroom, dies at 88
Judge Frank Caprio went viral in 2017 for dismissing traffic tickets after listening to people's circumstances and even allowed children to join him on his bench to pass judgement on their parents.
Judge Frank Caprio went viral in 2017 for dismissing traffic tickets after listening to people's circumstances and even allowed children to join him on his bench to pass judgement on their parents.
Aubrey Plaza battles 'daily struggle' after husband’s death at 47
Actress Aubrey Plaza is navigating the grief of losing her husband, director Jeff Baena, who died by suicide earlier this year.
Actress Aubrey Plaza is navigating the grief of losing her husband, director Jeff Baena, who died by suicide earlier this year.