Funeral held for 6-month-old Ebola victim, marking third death in the orphanage during the outbreak
BUNIA, Congo Mourners gathered on Friday to lay to rest a 6-month-old girl who succumbed to Ebola earlier this week. She was the third child to die at an orphanage in eastern Congo during an ongoing outbreak that has proven difficult for authorities to manage. People stood at a distance, some carrying a cross, as […]
Trump administration aims to loosen testosterone regulations: key information to understand
It might soon become easier for older men to access testosterone therapy. On Thursday, the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) announced its intention to revise the prescribing information for testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) drugs. The goal is to relax some of the restrictions on access for older men. However, not everyone is convinced […]
Over 70 healthcare workers catch Ebola as outbreak in DRC rapidly expands
Concerns are growing that Ebola is spreading in displacement camps due to aid cuts and poor sanitation. Seventeen healthcare workers have succumbed to Ebola in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), pushing the total death toll over 200 amid an outbreak that is overwhelming a healthcare system crippled by years of conflict and underfunding. […]
Doctor reports increasing issues with nitrous oxide in Michigan
Nitrous Oxide Use Rising in Michigan, Raising Health Concerns Updated June 19, 2026 Dr. Varun Vohra, director at the Michigan Poison and Drug Information Center, reports a surge in nitrous oxide usage in the state. Large canisters, often called whippets, are readily available at gas stations and convenience stores, increasing accessibility. Vohra points out that […]
A non-surgical method might help ease knee pain.
Knee pain, a common problem for millions, might be relieved for up to a year through a non-surgical method identified in recent research. This emerging treatment, known as genicular artery embolization (GAE), targets abnormal blood vessels in individuals suffering from osteoarthritis. Studies conducted in Germany indicate that this embolization approach is both safe and offers […]
Unknown tick-borne illness leaves man in the hospital and unable to speak.
New Hampshire Man in Critical Condition from Tick-Borne Virus A 66-year-old man from New Hampshire is critically ill due to a serious tick-borne virus. John Reagan, after being bitten while out walking his dog, is now unable to speak, according to those close to him. Following his hospitalization in Boston, his health declined rapidly. Tom […]
The Medford pharmacy murders: A 15-year look at Long Island’s opioid issue
Remembering a Tragic Pharmacy Incident Fifteen years ago, a thin figure, disguising himself with a fake beard, entered a Medford pharmacy and committed a horrific act. This former Army intelligence analyst fatally shot four people but chose not to rob the register or take valuables from the victims. Instead, he took thousands of painkillers and […]
Ebola illness linked to Bundibugyo virus, Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda
Situation at a glance The Bundibugyo virus disease (BVD) outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo is quickly evolving, with ongoing transmission and more reported cases. By June 17, there were a total of 896 confirmed cases, along with 232 deaths, in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Uganda reported 19 confirmed cases and […]
Could the HPV vaccine prevent deaths from cervical cancer?
HPV Vaccine’s Impact on Cervical Cancer Deaths in the UK A recent review of the HPV vaccine demonstrates that, in the UK, the risk of dying from cervical cancer before age 30 has dropped to nearly zero. This finding, published in The Lancet medical journal, has sparked optimism among health experts and countries implementing similar […]
Tick season is becoming more severe. Could managing deer make a difference?
Ticks and Rising Concerns in Martha’s Vineyard In 2020, amid the COVID-19 pandemic, Virginia Barbatti relocated with her family to Martha’s Vineyard, where they began living full-time. The island, known for its beautiful beaches, has served as a summer getaway for numerous U.S. presidents, from Ulysses S. Grant to Barack Obama. Initially, the sight of […]