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Three more states confirm measles cases
A MMR vaccine information packet is seen at City of Lubbock Health Department in Lubbock, Texas, on March…
Boxing legend says trendy treatment is keeping him younger — here’s what to know
Boxing champion Oscar De La Hoya, 52, recently shared a beauty secret that is raising some eyebrows. "These lasers only making me younger and cuter … sorry fellas," he…
Hyaluronic acid eyedrops may help dogs fight infections more effectively
Improved eyedrops help antibiotics stay longer in dogs' eyes, study finds. File Photo by Bill…
New White House website pushes COVID-19 lab leak theory
1 of 4 | The Trump administration’s new COVID-19 website draws attention to five points…
Measles outbreaks now declared in 8 states, including Michigan’s first in 5 years
Michigan has officially reported a measles outbreak in the state. The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) and Oakland County Health Division confirmed…
Experimental Eli Lilly weight loss drug proves promising for type 2 diabetics
An oral medication undergoing testing by Eli Lilly might replace injections as the primary way to treat…
Michigan confirms first measles outbreak since 2019
Michigan health officials have confirmed the state's first measles outbreak of the…
New drug for Parkinson’s shown to be effective in clinical trials: ‘Very encouraged’
A new drug has shown promise in combating Parkinson’s disease while minimizing unwanted side effects. The once-daily pill, tavapadon, was found to relieve symptoms —…
New study reaffirms strong link between hearing loss, dementia in seniors
1 of 2 | A large-scale study of medical records published Thursday supplied fresh evidence of…
Trump’s executive order seeks to lower prescription drugs prices, including Medicare patients
President Donald Trump has ordered the Department of Health and Human Services to standardize Medicare…
Emergency rooms treat a gunshot wound every half-hour
Firearm injuries appear to follow specific patterns throughout the year, with gun violence occurring more…
Blood test to predict tumor recurrence in advanced skin cancer called highly accurate
1 of 3 | Stage III melanoma patients who are cancer-free after surgery to remove tumors from…
FDA warns of fake Ozempic Type 2 diabetes injection drugs
1 of 2 | Novo Nordisk Ozempic drug retails for $$997.58 for four injections to be used…
First baby born from robot-controlled IVF in clinical trial
The boy was born to a 40-year-old woman in Guadalajara, Mexico, following a previous in vitro…
Recent layoffs stop CDC from helping with lead contamination at Milwaukee schools
Officials with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on April 3 denied Milwaukee Public Schools'…
Creatine may not build more muscle after all, study suggests
Creatine is a popular supplement used to help build muscle, but researchers in Australia are questioning its effectiveness. Investigators from the University of New…
WHO working group makes progress on pandemic preparedness plan
1 of 2 | Relatives clad in hazmat suits mourn on the grave of a Covid-19 victim during a…
Kids with autism supported by service dogs, as research and families note ‘incredible changes’
Having a furry friend can add fun and companionship for anyone — but for children with autism, it can be life-changing. A recent study from the University of Arizona College…
Half-million children could die if U.S. AIDS relief dropped, study says
The Trump Administration paused all foreign aid funding Jan. 20, ostensibly for a 90-day review and…
Celery sold at Walmart recalled over listeria fears
1 of 2 | According to Duda Farm fresh Foods, no illnesses have been reported in connection…