Respiratory Health

Health 18 hours ago

Highly contagious virus with no treatment spreading rapidly through western state

A highly contagious respiratory virus, HMPV, is spreading on the West Coast and beyond. Experts warn of symptoms, severe risks and how to protect yourself.

Health February 25

Flu season could linger into spring as doctors warn of second wave on the way

The 2025-26 flu season could continue into spring with unusual persistence and high severity. A new H3N2 variant is causing serious illness in children, a doctor says.

Health February 25

Combination nasal spray vaccine could protect against COVID, flu and pneumonia at once

Stanford researchers develop breakthrough nasal spray vaccine that could potentially protect against a variety of infections, like COVID-19 and pneumonia, for several months.

Opinion February 20

I need an expensive asthma drug to live. Trump’s RX plan helped me and many others

I discovered my $600 asthma medication cost only 30 euros in Italy, revealing how Trump's TrumpRx could fix America's broken prescription drug pricing.

Health February 19

Hundreds of wild bird deaths reported across seven counties, prompting park closures

Bird flu suspected in mass goose deaths across seven New Jersey counties. Health experts warn residents to avoid contact with dead birds and to report findings.

Travel February 18

Major airline's flight delayed after ‘no smoking’ signs are discovered missing

FAA regulations forced an American Airlines flight to be delayed for departure due to missing "no smoking" signs. An aviation expert explained why airlines must comply.

Deals February 17

Allergy season is coming: Get up to 46% off these air purifiers from Dyson, Shark and more

Eliminate dust and stale air this winter with an air purifier.

Mitch McConnell February 11

McConnell released from hospital after health scare, to work from home as key DHS vote looms

Sen. Mitch McConnell was discharged from the hospital after experiencing flu-like symptoms and will work from home this week as Senate faces Friday DHS funding deadline.

Vaccine February 11

FDA refuses to review Moderna’s mRNA flu vaccine application

FDA refuses Moderna's mRNA flu vaccine application, citing inadequate study design, as the company disputes decision, saying it contradicts prior FDA guidance.

Health February 5

Nearly 40% of cancers can be prevented with 3 lifestyle changes, study finds

Nearly half of all cancers could be prevented by eliminating three major risk factors, including tobacco, infections and alcohol, new research reveals.