A fierce battle is raging in California's Point Reyes National Seashore, pitting multi-generational dairy and cattle ranchers against powerful environmental groups. The conflict centres on a contentious plan to extend agricultural leases for 20 years, rai
Health officials are on high alert as the parasitic 'kissing bug' disease, Chagas, traditionally confined to Latin America, establishes a worrying foothold in the southern United States. Learn about the silent symptoms and the growing threat.
British scientists develop a revolutionary blood test that detects motor neurone disease (MND) in under a minute, offering hope for faster diagnosis and accelerated drug trials.
A bombshell government-commissioned report recommends ditching the controversial badger cull. The study, obtained by The Guardian, urges ministers to fast-track a cattle vaccine and new oral bait to combat bovine TB and prevent a potential zoonotic outbre
Health officials issue urgent warnings as the deadly Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) virus, transmitted by mosquitoes and causing fatal brain swelling, rapidly expands into new US territories. Learn the symptoms and protection strategies.
Groundbreaking UK research reveals how the body's natural process for creating proteins becomes 'clogged', leading to the motor neurone damage seen in MND, opening new avenues for treatment.
Health officials are on high alert as the potentially fatal Chagas disease, a parasitic infection often called a 'silent killer', is being detected in California. Learn about the hidden symptoms and risks.
Health officials issue urgent warning as deadly triatomine bugs, known for transmitting Chagas disease, are discovered in Southern California. Learn the risks and how to protect your family.
In a surreal turn for wildlife management, US government scientists are testing drones blasting AC/DC and Scarlett Johansson's voice to deter wolves from livestock, sparking debate over ethics and efficacy.
A major medical study concludes the widely prescribed blood thinner clopidogrel (Iscover/Plavix) provides no benefit for patients with coronary artery disease but no prior heart attack or stroke, potentially changing treatment for millions.
Groundbreaking UK research uncovers how a key antioxidant in green tea can break down toxic plaques linked to Alzheimer's, offering new hope for prevention and treatment.
Groundbreaking UK research reveals that increasing potassium-rich foods like bananas and avocados can dramatically reduce the risk of heart disease, particularly in women.
A Scottish hillwalker recounts his near-fatal encounter with a herd of aggressive cows on a popular Highlands walking route, suffering severe injuries and issuing a stark public safety warning.
Groundbreaking UK research reveals a direct anatomical link between the gut and brain, potentially revolutionising the treatment of neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer's and Parkinson's. Discover how your gut health could hold the key to brain disor
Scientists unravel the chilling mystery behind one of nature's most devastating marine epidemics that wiped out starfish populations across the Pacific coastline.
New research reveals a common, often symptomless condition is a major driver of heart failure in the UK. Discover the hidden signs and how to protect yourself.
Rob Floyd, renowned 'Bar Rescue' mixologist, shares his family's devastating battle as his young daughter, Indigo, is diagnosed with the rare and incurable Rett Syndrome.
Exclusive: Fitness icon Michelle Bridges opens up about her devastating private health diagnosis and her courageous journey back to strength, revealing the emotional and physical toll it took on her life.
A dog walker's peaceful stroll turned into a nightmare when he was chased by a massive and aggressive bull in the British countryside. The shocking incident was captured on camera, revealing the sheer terror of the attack.
A new, highly drug-resistant superbug originating in cattle is now transmitting to humans, raising fears of a new public health emergency. Scientists warn of its resistance to last-line antibiotics.
A UK fertility clinic achieves a world first with the birth of a baby using groundbreaking three-person IVF to prevent a devastating genetic disease. This medical breakthrough offers new hope for families affected by mitochondrial disorders.
Authorities are investigating a catastrophic animal welfare incident at a Colorado dairy farm where more than 10,000 cattle were found dead in what is being described as one of the worst cases of its kind.
A major international health scare is underway after a traveller diagnosed with the world's most contagious disease passed through a Washington DC-area airport. UK health authorities are now on high alert, urgently tracing potential contacts and assessing
US health officials issue a stark warning as a rare bacterial infection, likened to a 'flesh-eating' disease, shows a worrying surge in the Northeast, prompting urgent investigation.
EXCLUSIVE: A horrific mutated strain of Chronic Wasting Disease is causing deer to sprout grotesque flesh bubbles and lesions. Scientists warn of a potential 'ecological disaster' as the always-fatal prion illness spreads rapidly across North America, wit
A patient in California has been diagnosed with the bubonic plague, the medieval disease that caused the Black Death, after being bitten by an infected flea while on vacation. Health officials are on high alert.
Health officials warn that climate change is creating conditions for dengue fever, a deadly mosquito-borne disease, to become established in London and across Western Europe within decades.
Health officials confirm a case of a rare mosquito-borne disease in Essex, the first locally acquired infection in three decades, sparking a nationwide health warning.
A terrifying flesh-eating disease is turning squirrels into 'zombies' across the UK, with gruesome symptoms leaving experts alarmed. Here's what you need to know.
A British traveller shares their terrifying experience of falling seriously ill with a rare disease while on holiday. Learn the symptoms, risks, and how to stay safe.