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Health news • Jul 02

US death rate at record low: CDC data

The U.S. death rate fell to a record low in 2025, according to provisional data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) released Thursday.

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Health news • Jul 02

‘Explosive’ diarrhea illness reported across US. See map of affected states

You may want to be extra cautious with your fresh fruit and veggie platter this holiday weekend: An explosive diarrhea-causing parasite is behind a surge of...

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Health news • Jul 02

Warmer temps bring soaring tick populations. Here’s how to stay safe from Lyme disease

Already, the 2026 tick season is booming. On April 23, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention warned that emergency room visits due to tick bites...

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Health news • Jul 02

Your period blood is trying to tell you something — the biggest red flags to look out for

By knowing what to look out for, your period could be a useful tool in letting you know how your reproductive system is functioning.

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Health news • Jul 02

Is grey hair reversible? Scientists are putting color back into strands

Haircare experts are going for a silver metal. Emerging research says that it may be possible to reverse the effects of greying hair without dye-ing for a...

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Health news • Jul 02

Clinical trial for Ebola therapies begins in DR Congo

As cases and deaths in the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) continue to climb, the World Health Organization (WHO) said today...

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Health news • Jul 02

Trial of Ebola treatment gets underway in Ituri

A first ray of hope for Ebola patients in the Democratic Republic of the Congo as the trial of two potential treatments for the virus gets underway.

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Health news • Jul 02

All the Ohio beaches with toxic algal blooms, high bacteria levels

More than 20 Ohio beaches have advisories ahead of July 4 weekend, including four banning swimmers because of toxic algae.

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Health news • Jul 02

Tick-borne illnesses on the rise in West Virginia; health officials urge extra precautions

Health officials are making it clear that extra precautions should be taken against ticks this summer, as they say tick-borne illness is on the rise in West...

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Health news • Jul 02

Quality of Muscles, Not Size, Lowers Heart Attack Risk

A strong upper body might be doing more than helping you lift groceries. An analysis of chest scans from 1722 patients suggests people with denser chest and...

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Health news • Jul 02

Boy dies from rabies after waking up to bat on his face

According to a journal report, the unnamed boy died several weeks after the bat landed on his face while on vacation in Ontario.

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Health news • Jul 02

The hantavirus outbreak is over, WHO declares

The hantavirus outbreak that struck a cruise ship in April, killing three people and sparking fears of further spread, is over, the World Health...

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Health news • Jul 02

Health Officials Warn of Flesh-Eating Bacteria Ahead of the Fourth of July. Here's How to Stay Safe This Weekend

Health officials are sounding the alarm about Vibrio vulnificus bacteria linked to serious infections across the country. The flesh-eating bacteria thrive...

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Health news • Jul 02

Here's How Long You Should Spend In The Bathroom When Pooping

Doctors share the ideal time everyone should be spending on the toilet — and what you can do to improve your bowel health.

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Health news • Jul 02

US sees earliest start to West Nile virus season and most cases by late June since 2004

Noting that the United States is experiencing its earliest-ever start to the West Nile virus (WNV) season, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention...

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Health news • Jul 02

More people than thought may be at risk for red meat allergy caused by ticks

Nearly a quarter of adults in states crawling with lone star ticks are estimated to show signs that they've been bitten, the CDC says.

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Health news • Jul 02

West Nile virus cases hit 22-year spike. Here’s where activity is highest in US

The U.S. is seeing some of the highest West Nile virus activity in years.

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Health news • Jul 02

Beachgoers warned of flesh-eating bacteria ahead of July 4

The bacteria, called Vibrio vulnificus, naturally lives in warm salt and brackish water, where fresh water and saltwater mix. It can enter the body through...

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Health news • Jul 02

Record low death rate, same old preventable killers

The death rate in the United States in 2025 hit a record low, according to a new report from the National Center for Health Statistics within the Centers...

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Health news • Jul 02

Found a Tick? Here Are the 6 Things You Should Do Next

It's tick season, and whether you're in the city or suburbs, experts encourage taking extra precautions to protect yourself when spending time outdoors.

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