Health

A person from west Michigan has died after becoming infected with West Nile Virus, according to the Kent County Health Department (KCHD).

Health officials are warning about a summertime surge of Vibrio vulnificus infections, a flesh-eating bacteria found in warm coastal waters that has killed several people this year.

It has trained more than 5,500 adults to spot the signs. But arguably the biggest breakthrough for the program is kids talking with other kids, peer-to-peer.

Actress Aubrey Plaza is navigating the grief of losing her husband, director Jeff Baena, who died by suicide earlier this year.

A new Nature study suggests infections like influenza and COVID-19 can trigger dormant cancer cells to awaken, potentially raising the risk of recurrence and metastasis.

In this TikTok era, many don’t just use social media to learn about trending topics but also for guidance on pertinent topics like healthcare issues. But doctors say when it comes to information about immunizations, TikTok is just chatter, not science.

Researchers said more studies should be done on the potential for needle-free vaccination.

The “Make America Healthy Again" commission released its latest draft report, which centers on promoting healthier diets and probing vaccines and prescription drugs.

Hundreds of people could potentially have been exposed to rabies during their summer vacation at Grand Teton National Park.

Under current regulations, oils, lotions, creams, gels, butters, pastes, ointments and sticks are the only forms of sunscreen that are considered safe and effective.

The candymaker announced that four of its products will be made with a natural dye option starting next year.

Other companies have verbally committed to removing food dyes, but Kellogg’s is the first to sign a legally binding agreement to remove food colorings.

Doctors warn AI lacks the medical judgment needed to properly advise on dietary needs after a patient was hospitalized with sodium bromide exposure.