As the bird flu spreads, experts discuss the possibility of a mass outbreak among humans. Here’s what to know and how to protect yourself.
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Cardiac arrest can happen to children. What parents of kids in sports should know.
Although it’s still unclear what exactly caused Damar Hamlin’s cardiac arrest, experts say there are ways to reduce a child’s risk of a tragic event.
Damar Hamlin was treated with AED and CPR after cardiac arrest: Emergency response, explained
Damar Hamlin’s heart was shocked using an AED after his collapse. Here’s what to know about emergency treatment for cardiac arrest.
From ALS treatment to a historic transplant: The biggest medical breakthroughs of 2022
In 2022, a new ALS drug was finally approved and scientists completed the map of our DNA. A look at the biggest breakthroughs in science and medicine.
CDC reports 3,500 deaths from long COVID. That’s only ‘scratching the surface,’ experts say.
Although health experts say the ‘vast majority’ of long COVID cases are nonfatal, about 1 in 3 adults report experiencing post COVID symptoms.
Kids ibuprofen and acetaminophen are in short supply. Here’s what parents can do.
Over-the-counter pain relievers for kids, like Tylenol and Motrin, are in short supply amid a surge in RSV, COVID and flu cases.
The White House is now tracking opioid overdoses that don’t kill. Why that’s important.
The data dashboard on nonfatal opioid overdoses will target specific regions to help fight the epidemic, which left 81,000 dead in the US this year.
Doctors warn flu season is ‘fierce’ and is getting worse. Here’s what to know.
Amid the “tripledemic” of influenza, RSV and COVID, doctors say the flu is getting worse. Here’s what to know about cases, symptoms and the vaccine.
Organ transplants spike during motorcycle rallies, study finds. Here’s what that means.
Large motorcycle rallies, like those in Dayton and Sturgis, may be driving up organ transplants during these events, a new study found.
FDA approves first treatment that delays Type 1 diabetes. Why it could be ‘game changing’
A vial of TZIELD costs nearly $14,000, a notable price given the escalating cost of lifesaving insulin for people with diabetes.