Ebola figures appear to offer hope as case numbers drop in DR Congo but it's not that simple - BBC
There are now 380 confirmed cases of Ebola in DR Congo, far lower than initial estimates of suspected cases, writes Fergus Walsh.
Published At: 2026-06-05
South Africa rolls out game-changing HIV shot amid funding shortfalls - NPR
A new twice-yearly HIV prevention injection could transform South Africa's fight against the epidemic — but U.S. aid cuts and limited doses threaten to slow its impact.
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This Vitamin May Lower Your Stroke Risk by 17%, According to Research - EatingWell
Learn what a narrative review found regarding vitamin D and heart disease. Plus, how to ensure you get enough of the sunshine vitamin.
Published At: 2026-06-05
Innovation in medicine is having a breakthrough moment - Axios
Recent weeks have featured a series of positive developments.
Published At: 2026-06-05
A healthier gut may be key to cancer care - CNN
Dubbed “the next frontier of cancer prevention and care,” the microbiome appears to be especially critical when it comes to immunotherapy.
Published At: 2026-06-05
The World Cup vs. bugs, germs and heat: Here's the game plan - NPR
Despite a diminished federal presence, public health departments are preparing for common ailments that could afflict fans who gather for the event — and are keeping an eye on the Ebola outbreak, too.
Published At: 2026-06-05
Heart transplant gives Hays teen a new lease on life; GoFundMe - Hays Post
Kaylee Stuart of Hays with her sister on May 21, days after her heart transplant at C
Published At: 2026-06-05
My Husband Has Just Two Years to Live. He Wants Us to Lie to His Children About the Details - Slate Magazine
I don't like lying.
Published At: 2026-06-05
Blueprint of a cure: The rare people who are invulnerable to HIV - BBC
Scientists are studying the few extraordinary individuals whose bodies seem able to naturally defend themselves from HIV in the hope of finding new cures.
Published At: 2026-06-05
Top Doctor Demands Answers Over Trump Health Concerns - The Daily Beast
The White House is still being coy about the president’s big checkup.
Published At: 2026-06-05
No red meat, no dairy, and no end in sight: How a tick-borne allergy has transformed Martha’s Vineyard - The Boston Globe
Lone star ticks that carry alpha gal syndrome have taken over the summer playground of presidents and celebrities.
Published At: 2026-06-05
Popular Weight Loss Drugs Linked to Lower Risk of Breast Cancer - ScienceAlert
The potential benefits of GLP-1 drugs, like Ozempic or Wegovy, are stacking up.
Published At: 2026-06-05
A new type of lyme disease found in Upstate New York according to CDC - WSTM
A report published by the CDC on Thursday said acase of B. mayonii Lyme disease was detected in upstate New York last July.
Published At: 2026-06-05
State health officials investigate possible cancer cluster at Uxbridge High School - WJAR
Massachusetts health officials are investigating a possible cancer cluster at Uxbridge High School after several teachers were diagnosed with breast cancer.
Published At: 2026-06-05
Weakened public health powers raise outbreak risks - NPR
Some jurisdictions have weakened their public health authorities in response to criticism of lockdowns, school closures, mask mandates, vaccine requirements and other COVID-era restrictions.
Published At: 2026-06-04
Health department tracking possible tuberculosis exposures tied to Tri-State school - WKRC
The NKY Health Department is trying to track down people who may have been exposed to tuberculosis
Published At: 2026-06-04
A new blood test can help detect colon cancer, but it’s not as good as the test you hate to take - MarketWatch
The symptoms of colon cancer are often silent, and colonoscopies can prevent and detect colon cancer
Published At: 2026-06-04
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This Habit Could Lead to Early-Onset Dementia, New Study Suggests - EatingWell
Heavy drinking is linked to early-onset dementia, a new study shows. Learn how alcohol affects brain health and what you can do to lower your risk.
Published At: 2026-06-04
Solutions Emerging for Post-GLP-1 Weight Regain - Medscape
As real-world studies show high rates of GLP-1 discontinuation and rapid weight regain, new interventions may help patients maintain weight loss.
Published At: 2026-06-04