Health
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Michigan officials report first two deaths in US from parasite linked to iceberg lettuce
There have been 11,234 cases reported in the latest outbreak as of Monday, Michigan health officials reported, and 193 people have been hospitalized with infections.
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Deadly drug-resistant fungus confirmed in 23 states, new CDC data shows
Healthy people often fight off infection from the fungus on their own, but it can be deadly in hospital settings, where people's immune responses are less robust.
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Fauci privately estimated COVID-19 death rate far lower than he gave Congress, diary shows
Newly released personal notes contradict the former NIAID director's public testimony under oath about the virus' severity.
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Two Americans, British scientist win Nobel for medicine for work on hepatitis C virus
The hepatitis C virus is a major source of liver disease that affects millions worldwide
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Military suicides up as much as 20% amid ever-changing pandemic
Officials say the stress of the pandemic has added to already strained forces.
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Irish health official, denounced for criticizing COVID policy, cites U.S. studies to support views
Ireland's experience with COVID-19 mirrors that of New York, wrote Dr. Martin Feeley, who resigned from his government health post amid a furor over his comments.
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Trump to sign executive orders as part of his 'America First' healthcare plan
The orders will focus on protecting the coverage of patients with preexisting conditions and preventing surprise medical bills
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Trump issues executive order to lower Medicare drug prices for seniors
Order's 'most-favored-nation price' ties Medicare costs to those paid in other countries. Drugmakers outraged.
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Nevada governor declares racism a public health crisis
Democrat Steve Sisolak says COVID-19 outbreak further heightened awareness about racial disparities.
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Expert: COVID-19 mass fear, unemployment unleash 'unprecedented assault on mental health'
"We found between an additional 5,000 to 10,000 people might commit suicide," says professor of psychiatry Roger S. McIntyre, the lead author of a study looking at potential suicide rates due to COVID-19.
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COVID health threats are more concerning to Americans than the economic threats
A majority now say the health effects of COVID are more concerning than what it's doing to the economy.
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Blood test to detect Alzheimer's proving highly accurate
Test accuracy is ranging from 89% to 98%, scientists announced
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Coronavirus vaccines are developing fast, but not in time for school
As the start of the school year gets closer, many are wondering when a vaccine will be ready. Many vaccines are making headway, but none will be ready before the fall semester begins.