Flesh-eating bacteria may be in Hurricane Idalia flood waters

One week after Hurricane Idalia made landfall, medical experts are watching for potential cases of Vibrio vulnificus, bacteria found in brackish waters.

Air pollution from wildfires linked to dementia cases, study says

Particulate pollution comes from several sources, not just wildfires, but the study identified particulates from wildfires and agriculture as the sources linked to dementia cases.

Linda Evangelista has 'one foot in the grave' after being diagnosed with cancer twice in 5 years

It was only last year when supermodel Linda Evangelista revealed she had secluded herself from the public for half a decade due to deformities she says were caused by CoolSculpting, an FDA-approved procedure known to freeze fat.

First lady Jill Biden tests positive for COVID-19

The first lady is experiencing "mild symptoms" and will remain at her home in Delaware, the White House said.

AI medical capabilities show accuracy in clinical decision making

ChatGPT was best in making a "final diagnosis," where it was 77% accurate, according to Mass General Brigham research

Disposable vapes will soon be banned in France, prime minister says

French Prime Minister Elisabeth Borne says disposable vapes will soon be banned in the country as part of a national anti-smoking plan.

US to regulate nursing home staff for 1st time, but proposal lower than many advocates hoped

An association that lobbies for health care facilities says President Joe Biden’s decision to require nursing homes to comply with federal rules on staffing levels will cost them billions of dollars.

Yoga, exercise training may reduce asthma symptoms, study shows

A new study has revealed that certain types of exercise training can actually enhance respiratory function and exercise capacity in adults with asthma.

First drugs picked to be targeted for Medicare price negotiations

President Joe Biden's administration released a list of 10 drugs for which the federal government will take a first-ever step: negotiating drug prices directly with the manufacturer.

Eye drops recalled over bacteria, fungi contamination

Certain eye drops are being recalled after testing by federal health officials showed that the product was contaminated with bacteria and fungi. 

Major US cities embrace mental health response with behavioral clinicians replacing police in 911 calls

Data gathered by The Associated Press show at least 14 of the 20 most populous U.S. cities are hosting or starting such programs, sometimes called civilian, alternative or non-police response teams.