Health authorities in Los Angeles County have confirmed a rare case of human plague, marking the first such infection in the state this year. The patient is receiving treatment while officials investigate potential exposure sources.
All GPs in Northern Ireland will be required to complete specialist training on rare medical conditions after a damning report revealed significant knowledge gaps affecting patient care.
New data reveals America's obesity epidemic has worsened dramatically, with 22 states reaching unprecedented levels. Health experts warn of severe consequences for healthcare systems and national wellbeing.
Scientists uncover dangerous new flu strain in Chinese livestock with pandemic potential, raising urgent concerns about global public health security and disease monitoring systems.
University of Strathclyde researchers develop groundbreaking infrared laser technique that could detect Alzheimer's disease years before symptoms appear, offering new hope for early intervention.
University of Strathclyde researchers discover revolutionary laser technology that could detect Alzheimer's disease years before symptoms appear, offering new hope for early intervention.
Health officials issue urgent warning as tuberculosis cases surge across England. Learn the subtle symptoms that are often mistaken for minor illnesses and why this ancient killer demands immediate attention.
Exclusive: NHS GP Dr Amos Ogunkoya sounds the alarm on Britain's worsening wellness crisis and shares the simple lifestyle changes that could transform our national health.
Health officials warn that climate change could allow disease-carrying Aedes mosquitoes to breed in southern England by 2040-2050, potentially bringing dengue and Zika viruses to British shores.
Groundbreaking research reveals a simple blood test can detect ME/CFS biomarkers, offering hope for millions suffering from the misunderstood condition and potentially ending decades of diagnostic uncertainty.
A concerned mother's emotional warning as NHS data shows vaccination rates plummeting across England, putting children at risk of preventable diseases.
The 2025 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine has been awarded to three scientists for their revolutionary research into the immune system's memory mechanisms, opening new frontiers in treating autoimmune diseases and cancer.
Robert F Kennedy Jr faces intense questioning from Congress over controversial infectious disease theories and alleged CDC document manipulation in dramatic testimony.
Groundbreaking Cambridge research reveals how the brain's 'recycling system' fails in Alzheimer's, opening doors to revolutionary new treatments that could slow or prevent the devastating disease.
Groundbreaking UK research suggests simple smell tests could identify neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer's and Parkinson's up to a decade before traditional symptoms appear, revolutionising early diagnosis.
Groundbreaking research reveals that losing your sense of smell may be one of the earliest warning signs for neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer's and Parkinson's, potentially enabling earlier intervention and treatment.
Health officials are on high alert as disease-carrying mosquitoes from Asia and Africa could establish themselves in England, potentially bringing viruses like Zika and dengue within the next decade.
Health officials warn that disease-carrying mosquitoes have been discovered breeding in England, posing new public health risks as climate change creates favourable conditions.
Health officials warn that disease-carrying mosquitoes are establishing populations in Britain, with Zika and dengue fever risks increasing as climate change creates ideal breeding conditions.
Groundbreaking research reveals how artificial intelligence can detect Parkinson's disease through gut bacteria analysis up to seven years before diagnosis, revolutionising early detection.
Groundbreaking research is revolutionising dementia care with new treatments that tackle underlying disease processes rather than just managing symptoms. Discover the promising developments bringing hope to millions.
Cambridge researchers identify how brain inflammation drives dementia progression and reveal promising drug candidates that could slow or prevent cognitive decline.
The World Health Organization issues a grave warning that Darfur's health system is on the brink of total collapse, with children dying daily from vaccine-preventable diseases amidst escalating violence.
Groundbreaking research reveals promising new approaches that could slow or even prevent Alzheimer's disease, marking a significant shift in the fight against dementia.
A chilling new book reveals how the world remains vulnerable to 'Disease X' - the unknown pathogen that could trigger the next pandemic. Experts warn that despite COVID-19 lessons, crucial preparedness gaps persist.
A gripping Channel 4 documentary follows UK virologist Dr. Chris Smith and his team across the globe as they hunt for the next potential pandemic virus. Discover the cutting-edge science behind pandemic prevention.
Ministers are preparing a major crackdown on tobacco and alcohol industries, with stricter regulations, plain packaging, and advertising bans to tackle the UK's preventable disease crisis.
A stark new report reveals the catastrophic link between Amazonian deforestation, intensifying wildfires, and the alarming rise in zoonotic diseases, demanding urgent global action.
The deadly Chagas disease, transmitted by the 'kissing bug', is rapidly spreading across the United States. Health experts warn of a silent epidemic as cases surge, with potentially fatal consequences for thousands of undiagnosed Americans.
Exclusive investigation uncovers Australia's alarming silent killer crisis as preventable deaths from treatable conditions surge across the nation. Health experts demand urgent action.