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Erika Edwards
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What to know about the Ebola outbreak
The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has grown to nearly 500 suspected cases and 116 deaths, the United Nations said Monday.
Where does hantavirus lurk in the U.S.? Scientists found ‘hot spots’ in surprising areas
A recent suspected hantavirus case in Illinois is a stark reminder that the potentially deadly virus does exist in the U.S.There are currently no cases…
Hantavirus in the U.S.: How easily does the Andes strain spread?
At least six passengers from the MV Hondius cruise ship have tested positive for the Andes strain of hantavirus.
‘A watershed moment’: A pancreatic cancer drug is set to transform treatment
An experimental pancreatic cancer drug that’s been shown to double survival in patients with advanced stages of the disease is poised to revolutionize the way…
FDA grants quick review for 3 psychedelic drug trials
The Food and Drug Administration on Friday granted a quick review of three experimental psychedelic drugs meant to treat major depression and post-traumatic stress disorder.
Rectal cancer deaths rising rapidly among millennials: ‘It’s a medical crisis’
Deaths from rectal cancer are rising rapidly among younger adults, an alarming trend that is confounding scientists trying to understand why millennials are so hard-hit.
Rectal cancer deaths rising rapidly among millennials: ‘It’s a medical crisis’
Deaths from rectal cancer are rising rapidly among younger adults, an alarming trend that is confounding scientists trying to understand why millennials are so hard-hit.
From childhood to old age, fluoridated water has no negative effect on IQ or cognition, study finds
Despite the claims of RFK Jr. and others, tests of intelligence and brain function were the same whether or not people drank fluoridated water while…
A deadly bacterial disease is making a comeback as vaccine rates fall
Hib, a deadly bacterial infection that causes meningitis, is making a comeback, doctors warn. They say the rise in cases is changing the way they…
Covid and flu shots in limbo as Trump administration mulls appeal over vaccine panel
After a federal judge blocked Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s vaccine policies, the Justice Department has yet to appeal the decision — and ultimately…