‘Explosive Diarrhea’ Parasite Outbreak: 7 Things To Know And What To Do

Sources of cyclospora surges can be tricky to pin down. State health officials report 1,700 have been sickened in nearly 30 states.

Fruit Linked To Multi-State E. Coli Outbreak: Recall Roundup

Millions of eye drops have been recalled; name-brand dog food poses a choking hazard; stop using these grills; and check cars for recalls.

Why More U.S. Children Are Drowning, And How Parents Can Reduce The Risk

Pediatricians emphasize essential prevention measures: swimming lessons, constant supervision, pool fencing, life jackets, and CPR training.

CDC Investigating Cause Of Foodborne Parasitic Illnesses In 17 States

Health officials are focusing their investigation of a multi-state outbreak of the foodborne cyclosporiasis outbreak on clusters of cases.

It’s Not Easy Being The Blue M&M As Candy Gets ‘MAHA’ Makeover

Mars is releasing all-natural colorings in a “Make America Healthy Again” makeover of its classic M&M’s candies, benching blue and brown.

Quarantine Ends For Last Of Hantavirus Ship Passengers In Nebraska

More than 120 people were evacuated from the MV Hondius in early May, including 18 Americans who wound up at the National Quarantine Unit.

Cheese Linked To Multistate Listeria Outbreak: Recall Roundup

Pool toys may impale kids; cars in cold-weather states recalled due to rust; Alfredo sauce recalled in 41 states over salmonella concerns.

How To Age Well: Primary Care, Prevention And Fulfillment

From a brand partner: Older adults helped shape our communities. They deserve proactive care that can help them stay healthy and fulfilled.

3 Carmakers Say Airbags Don’t Deploy Correctly In 520K Vehicles: Recall Roundup

E. coli, salmonella and other issues prompt food recalls; a lounge chair poses an amputation threat; and plush toys contain asbestos.

Deli Meats Linked To Listeria Outbreak: Recall Roundup

Waymo recalls entire fleet due to potentially deadly software glitch; cream to treat common skin disorder may cause staph infections.

Andes Hantavirus: What You Should And Should Not Worry About

A deadly cruise ship outbreak has revived pandemic fears, but scientists caution the public against overreacting to the rare virus.

Health Officials Monitoring Hantavirus Cruise Passengers: What To Know

If a flight attendant tests positive, she could be the first known person not on the cruise ship to become infected in the outbreak.

Popular Chocolate Recalled For Salmonella: Recall Roundup

A common item in your lunch tote may be among more than 8 million recalled for safety concerns; cuddly teddy bears pose an injury hazard.

This Cancer Rising Sharply Among Young People; Scientists Unsure Why

Researchers in a recent study published in an American Cancer Society journal said their findings underscore the need for early screenings.

Highly Contagious Stomach Virus Surging As Vaccination Rates Decline

Infants and toddlers are most susceptible to the virus, which can cause dehydration very quickly.

ER Visits For Tick Bites At Highest Level In A Decade: Where They're Spiking

Nationally, emergency room visits for the treatment tick bites are at their highest level for this time of year since at least 2017.

3M Bottles Of Eye Drops Recalled Over Sterility Concerns; Cause Unclear

Check your over-the-counter eye drops for products flagged by the FDA over sterility concerns.

Botulism Fears Associated With This Common Product: Recall Roundup

Five times allowable limit of lead in dinosaur-shaped treat; cheese tied to a multi-state E. coli outbreak; Weber faces class action suit.

Shellfish Sold In 9 States May Be Contaminated With Norovirus

The FDA did not say how many oysters and clams were potentially contaminated with norovirus. An investigation is ongoing.

Trader Joe's Announces Massive Recall Of 37M Pounds Of Food: Recall Roundup

With outdoor cooking season coming up, check your utensils for a name-brand grill brush with a defect that sent four people to the ER.

Sunday Could Be A Crankfest With DST: What Parents Can Do

“Sunday felt like the longest day of our lives,” one parent said about the switch to daylight saving time, which starts Sunday.

2026 Allergy Season Forecast: When To Expect The Worst Pollen Levels

Weather conditions both locally and hundreds of miles away can influence how much pollen is produced and how quickly it spikes.

CDC Warns Of Crippling, Fatal Disease’s Spread: What To Know

The highly contagious disease primarily affecting children under 5 is circulating in about 30 countries, according to the CDC

‘Do Not Drive’ These Vehicles, Automaker Warns: Recall Roundup

Several popular SUVs are among vehicles recalled over fire risk and other safety issues; product sold at Trader Joe’s may contain glass.

Peanut Butter Recalled In 40 States

The recall was classified as Class II, meaning that it carries an increased risk of health consequences, according to the FDA.

New Study Reveals Benefit Of Coffee, Tea Consumption

A new study found participants who drank two or three cups of caffeinated coffee a day were at lower risk for dementia.

Multiple Car Makers Issue Recalls For Safety: Recall Roundup

Doors on this popular car can fly open without warning, endangering back seat passengers; check your Chips Ahoy! and souvenir M&Ms.

Scientists Warn These 2 Viruses Could Become The Next Pandemic

Experts warn that two animal-borne pathogens capable of human transmission could spread further without better surveillance and testing.

​US Life Expectancy Hits All-Time High, CDC Says

The data is "pretty much good news all the way around," health official says, but there is more work to be done.

Winter Storms Bring Warnings About Heart Attack Risk Of Shoveling Snow

Shoveling snow is one of the most strenuous activities that can strain the heart — and healthy people need to be aware of the risks, too.

Measles At 33-Year High: Map Shows Risk By County

Researchers say new predictive map complements existing surveillance methods, which may have incomplete data and exclude vulnerable groups.

Cheeses Are ‘Potentially Deadly,’ FDA Says In Update: Recall Roundup

Recalls involve chocolate bars sold nationwide, a supplement linked to salmonella outbreak that sickened 45, and water with black floaters.

FDA Upgrades Cheese Recall Over Listeria To Highest Level

Specialty cheeses potentially contaminated with Listeria sold at the start of the holidays have expiration dates extending well into 2026.

Blockbuster Weight Loss Drug Now A Daily Pill: What To Know

GLP-1 weight loss drugs are becoming more accessible and cheaper, but they’re not a magic pill, and they’re not without side effects.

Food Pyramid Gets Flipped

The new guidance, which greatly influences the food in school cafeterias, stops short of a full-throttle attack on ultraprocessed foods.

Flu Surge Driven By Vaccine-Resistant Mutation: Here’s What CDC Advises

A mutated strain of influenza A, H3N2 subclade K, is surging worldwide, sparking concern about a severe flu season in the United States.

Childhood Vaccine Schedule Gets Major Makeover By CDC: What To Know

HHS said its comparison to 20 peer nations found that the U.S. childhood vaccination policy was an "outlier."

​Holiday Recalls Include Radioactive Shrimp, Plus Sausage And Sweets: Recall Roundup

Recalls include more pools with a defect tied to nine drownings in 15 years, and certain Ford sports cars, Ram trucks and Toyota hybrids.

More Infant Botulism Cases Tied To Baby Formula: Recall Roundup

Nut used in holiday baking or given as a gift may contain salmonella; a popular nasal spray has been recalled after the discovery of mold.

‘Everywhere Chemicals’: What To Know To Protect Your Health

Phthalates, a class of chemicals used to make plastic more pliable, are widely found in consumer products and foods, despite known risks.

Flu Season Sends People To Their Doctors In Droves

Visits to the doctor for the flu haven't been this high since 2009.