The public should refrain from feeding​ or approaching any wild or stray animals, health officials said.

An experimental birth control pill for males works by blocking sperm production, and it just passed its first safety test in humans.

New research reveals the Covid pandemic accelerated brain aging by an average of 5.5 months. An earlier study on how teen brains were affected found a similar result.

Aging-related diseases, including cancer, cardiovascular disorders and type 2 diabetes, are associated with defects in protein synthesis and folding.

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Measles detected in Utah wastewater Bangladesh and India report more H5N1 infections In Bangladesh's case, An investigation revealed the child had contact with backyard poultry before symptoms ...

A rare flesh-eating bacteria, Vibrio Vulnificus, has caused four deaths in Florida this year, raising concerns among health officials. With 448 cases

The hypertension drug rilmenidine has been shown to slow down aging in worms, an effect that in humans could hypothetically help us live longer and keep us healthier in our latter years.

Novel research shows an increased risk for small intestinal bacterial overgrowth in people with hypothyroidism, even after treatment.

Man with deadly glioblastoma shows no signs of disease after taking experimental immunotherapy drug ipilimumab, inspiring a clinical trial for newly diagnose...

World Brain Day is observed on July 22 every year. The day raises awareness about brain diseases. This year's theme is Brain Health for All Ages. Neur

An AI algorithm flagged 386 compounds within a matter of hours with the molecular hallmarks of next-generation antibiotics.

A recent study linking human pegivirus to Parkinson’s is leading scientists to examine the connection between other viral infections and neurodegenerative...

Nassau County Health Department officials said an aggressive rabies prevention program is required to control the spread of the virus.

One of the few drug trials for a possible long Covid ended in disappointment. But lessons are leading to a second chance.

A new AHA statement highlights research on multidimensional sleep health and its impact on cardiovascular health and says it’s time for cardiologists to ask patients about more than sleep duration.

A surprising discovery from Emory University shows that psilocin, the active metabolite of psychedelic mushrooms, can delay cellular aging and extend lifespan. Human cells lived over 50% longer, and mice treated with psilocybin not only lived 30% longer but a…

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The number of COVID-19 cases in Hawaii is rising again, prompting a message of vigilance from health officials.

Found in everything from protein bars to energy drinks, erythritol has long been considered a safe alternative to sugar.

Dogs really can be trained to smell Parkinson's disease, according to new research from the United Kingdom.

Julu 22 | As Alzheimer’s cases rise with an aging population, researchers are racing to find better treatments.

Study of 40,000 patient visits finds clinicians using AI copilot made fewer errors.

The amoeba is present in warm freshwater.

Health experts say there are different types of fat. Some are more dangerous than others, so it's important to know what type you're carrying around.