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HEALTH September 1, 2023

Virginia declares statewide outbreak of meningococcal disease: 'Rare but serious'

The state of Virginia is warning of a statewide outbreak of meningococcal disease, a "rare but serious" bacterial illness that can lead to meningitis. Here's what you need to know.

HEALTH August 14, 2023

Brain-eating amoebas: What you must know about the risk of swimming in fresh water

Swimming in lakes, rivers and streams can lead to a rare infection caused by Nagleria fowleri, more commonly known as the brain-eating amoeba. An expert shares prevention tips.

HEALTH August 11, 2023

‘Major step forward’ for adult patients as new blood cancer drug receives FDA approval

A cancer specialist discussed the FDA's approval of Johnson & Johnson’s new drug, Talvey, an antibody-based therapy for adult patients with tough-to-treat blood cancers.

LIFESTYLE August 9, 2023

Pennsylvania mother and son both born with rare genetic disease: 'Closer because of this'

Pennsylvania mother Lindsey Marson was born with a rare genetic disease that she passed along to her one-year-old son — and it has made their bond stronger. 91±¬ÁÏ Digital spoke to her.

HEALTH August 7, 2023

As leprosy cases rise in Florida, what you must know about the infectious disease

A recent report from the CDC warned that leprosy cases have been rising in the U.S., particularly in central Florida. Here's what to know about the infectious disease and how to stay healthy.

Washington July 20, 2023

Washington health officials investigate first case of drug-resistant fungus in Pierce County man

Health authorities in Washington said they were investigating the first case of the multidrug-resistant fungus Candida auris this week after a Pierce County man was diagnosed last week.

INFECTIOUS DISEASE July 8, 2023

Wisconsin woman dead after contracting rare fungus found in soil

A Wisconsin woman died from a rare fungus that can be found in soil, especially in moist and wooded areas. The fungus when released in air can cause flu illness and even death.

HEALTH June 23, 2023

Muscular dystrophy breakthrough: FDA approves first-ever gene therapy for rare children’s disease

The FDA has approved the first gene therapy for the treatment of Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) in children 4-5 years of age. Get the details on how Elevidys could help pediatric patients.

HEALTH June 21, 2023

Breakthrough for multiple sclerosis sufferers may involve helpful hormone: ‘Patients should remain optimistic’

A recent study led by UCLA found that a pregnancy hormone called estriol could help repair damage in the cortex of the brain in multiple sclerosis patients. Here are details from researchers.

US June 5, 2023

Washington woman with tuberculosis arrested, jailed after refusing to isolate: 'Necessary intervention'

A Washington state tuberculosis patient has been jailed after refusing to self-isolate or get treatment, the Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department said in a statement last week.

HEALTH May 20, 2023

Dianne Feinstein was sicker than public knew due to shingles that caused brain inflammation

As Sen. Dianne Feinstein of California "continues to have complications from Ramsay Hunt syndrome" — even as she returns to the Senate — what to know about her rare neurological complications.