A genetic test may one day predict a child’s risk of obesity in adulthood, paving the way for early interventions.

Mushrooms sold across two states have been recalled over fears they could be harboring listeria, a bug that "can cause ...

Unfortunately, the Trump administration and the Republican majorities in Congress are putting access to lifesaving ...

After a case of measles was confirmed in Jefferson County, officials recommend the MMR vaccine. What to know about it before ...

COVID-19 is surging in more than half of the U.S. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says there is "very high" ...

Infections of COVID-19 are growing or likely growing in half of the U.S. as of July 8, according to CDC estimates.

The data, from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, also showed a significant increase in COVID-related emergency room visits for young children.

How low should you set your thermostat for as record-breaking heat sweeps over the country? Here's what experts and other ...

The disease causes serious illnesses in about 1 in 150 infected people, and can prove fatal. No human cases have been ...

In addition to new backpacks, school supplies and books, the return to class also increases the risk of bacteria being spread ...

Researchers examined the link between incidental physical activity intensity and a lower risk of things like heart attack and ...

Vibrio vulnificus, a bacteria that lives in sea waters, brackish water and inside raw or uncooked seafood, led to four deaths ...