Mosquitos Carrying Malaria Found in Florida
A few mosquitos in Florida have tested positive for the the parasite that causes malaria. The finding follows multiple confirmed human cases of the disease—four in Florida and one in…
Seven Now Dead From Fungal Outbreak Tied to Surgery Clinics in Mexico
An outbreak of fungal meningitis linked to two surgery clinics in Mexico appears to have claimed more lives. This week, the Centers for Disease and Prevention updated its case tally,…
Endangered Orcas in the Pacific Northwest Are Battling a Mysterious Skin Disease
Orcas in the Pacific Northwest are battling some kind of unknown skin disease, new research out this week suggests. The study found photographic evidence that these orcas have been developing…
RSV Vaccines for Older Adults Should Be Here by the Fall
Vaccines for a common but sometimes dangerous virus are well on the way to reaching the public. This month, outside experts assembled by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention…
Over a Billion People Predicted to Be Living With Diabetes by 2050, Study Finds
Diabetes cases are likely to skyrocket over the next few decades, new research out this week has found. The study estimates that more than a billion people worldwide will be…
FDA Warns 180+ Retailers to Stop Selling Illegal Elf Bar Vapes, or Else
Vape purveyors be warned, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration is on a mission to clear the air of cotton candy clouds. The federal agency has issued official warning letters…
FDA Goes After TikTok’s Favorite Vape
Vape purveyors be warned, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration is on a mission to clear the air of cotton candy clouds. The federal agency has issued official warning letters…