Dallas County reports first human case of West Nile virus

Dallas County has confirmed its first human West Nile virus case of the season in a resident in their early 50s.

'The Office' star Lucy Davis reveals Stage 4 incurable breast cancer diagnosis

Actress Lucy Davis has revealed her Stage 4 breast cancer diagnosis, sharing an inspiring message about peace, humor, and continuing her acting career.

WHO pushes back after Trump orders reduced vaccine schedule

World Health Organization officials are pushing back against President Donald Trump’s executive order to scale back the childhood vaccine schedule, as health experts argue the policy puts children at increased risk for preventable illnesses.

Trump signs executive order on childhood vaccines
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Health professionals are criticizing an executive order signed by President Trump that reduces recommended childhood immunizations and splits up combination shots.

Trump signs executive order recommending spaced-out childhood vaccines, separate MMR shots

President Donald Trump on Monday signed an executive order calling for revamped childhood vaccine recommendations that promote his long-held belief that childhood shots should be spaced out into separate medical visits.

Vaccine could prevent some forms of colon cancer

Scientists are developing new treatments designed to train your immune system to destroy early colon growths long before they can develop into tumors.

Texas leads US in cases of dangerous fungal infection

A deadly, often drug-resistant fungus is infecting more than 6,600 people across more than half of the United States, with Texas reporting the most cases.

Trump administration moves to decertify Kentucky organ donation group

The Trump administration said Wednesday it will shut down a Kentucky organ donation group accused of continuing plans for organ retrieval from some patients who unexpectedly showed signs of life.

4 cases of 'rabbit fever' confirmed on Long Island, health department says

The Suffolk County Department of Health Services said it was investigating four cases of tularemia, a tick-borne disease that can spread through small dead animals, like rabbits.

Screwworm cases in Texas continue climbing

A new case of screwworm was reported in Texas this week, bringing the total reported cases in the state this year to 44.

CDC expands iceberg lettuce cyclospora outbreak to 15 states

Parasitic illness cases in 15 states have been linked to iceberg lettuce, U.S. health officials said Wednesday.

Erica Schwartz: Who is the new CDC director?

The Senate on Wednesday confirmed Dr. Erica Schwartz as director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Here’s what to know about her.

Texas investigates American Academy of Pediatrics over childhood vaccine recommendations

The Texas Attorney General’s Office said Wednesday it has opened an investigation into the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) over the group’s promotion of childhood vaccines.

These states have the most underprivileged children, study finds

A new WalletHub study ranks the states where underprivileged children face the greatest challenges, based on factors including poverty, health and education.