Texas agricultural officials issue emergency quarantines across 21 counties for screwworm parasite
Federal and state agricultural officials have confirmed that the number of New World screwworm cases in the United States has reached 26, as Texas authorities issue a wave of emergency quarantine orders to contain the flesh-eating parasite's expansion into Deep South Texas.
Federal and state agricultural officials have confirmed that the number of New World screwworm cases in the United States has reached 26, as Texas authorities issue a wave of emergency quarantine orders to contain the flesh-eating parasite's expansion into Deep South Texas.
Most people taking statins face very low risk of serious muscle disorders, study finds
Researchers at the University of Oxford have developed a new calculator that predicts an individual's risk of developing serious muscle disorders from statin use.
Researchers at the University of Oxford have developed a new calculator that predicts an individual's risk of developing serious muscle disorders from statin use.
Doctors warn rapid weight loss from popular medications can cause back pain
Over 30 million Americans are using medications like Wegovy and Ozempic, but surgeons say rapid muscle loss is causing an unexpected side effect: back pain.
Over 30 million Americans are using medications like Wegovy and Ozempic, but surgeons say rapid muscle loss is causing an unexpected side effect: back pain.
Here's how often AI ‘doctors’ get things wrong, according to human experts
A new study reveals how AI is changing the game for online medical advice, but researchers urge caution before you self-diagnose.
A new study reveals how AI is changing the game for online medical advice, but researchers urge caution before you self-diagnose.
West Nile virus detected in mosquitoes in 3 Minnesota counties
Mosquitoes carrying West Nile virus have been detected in three Minnesota counties, prompting health officials to urge people to take extra precautions.
Mosquitoes carrying West Nile virus have been detected in three Minnesota counties, prompting health officials to urge people to take extra precautions.
Advil, Tylenol or Aleve? Here's how to choose the right pain reliever
Acetaminophen, ibuprofen and naproxen may all relieve pain, but they are not interchangeable, according to a pharmacy expert.
Acetaminophen, ibuprofen and naproxen may all relieve pain, but they are not interchangeable, according to a pharmacy expert.
Minnesota health insurers proposing double-digit rate hikes for 2027
Health insurers are proposing double-digit rate increases next year for individual plans sold on MNsure, the state’s health insurance marketplace for those who don’t get health insurance
Health insurers are proposing double-digit rate increases next year for individual plans sold on MNsure, the state’s health insurance marketplace for those who don’t get health insurance
New World screwworm in Texas: New cases detected
The first case of New World screwworm in the United States was reported on June 3, 2026. Since then, the country has recorded 16 total cases across two states, all found in domestic animals rather than wildlife.
The first case of New World screwworm in the United States was reported on June 3, 2026. Since then, the country has recorded 16 total cases across two states, all found in domestic animals rather than wildlife.
New LSD-based drug eases depression symptoms in late-stage trial
The latest LSD-based drug was used in a clinical trial to support patients with major depression in an initial step in bringing the drug closer to Food and Drug Administration submission and review.
The latest LSD-based drug was used in a clinical trial to support patients with major depression in an initial step in bringing the drug closer to Food and Drug Administration submission and review.
This one question may reveal whether your body is getting the rest it needs, study finds
In a new study on sleep, researchers compared participants' answers with measures of sleep quality, sleep consistency and daytime functioning.
In a new study on sleep, researchers compared participants' answers with measures of sleep quality, sleep consistency and daytime functioning.
FDA alert: Thousands of bottles of blood pressure pills recalled over possible dissolution failure
Thousands of bottles of blood pressure medication distributed in the United States have been recalled, according to an FDA alert.
Thousands of bottles of blood pressure medication distributed in the United States have been recalled, according to an FDA alert.
M&M's set August launch for dye-free candies, with 2 colors absent
The legendary candy-maker faces a multimillion-dollar logistical nightmare trying to turn its iconic blue treats natural.
The legendary candy-maker faces a multimillion-dollar logistical nightmare trying to turn its iconic blue treats natural.
Ebola outbreak: Confirmed cases, deaths continue to rise
Doctors are warning that panic and ongoing fighting in the Democratic Republic of the Congo are making the Ebola outbreak worse. The outbreak is on pace to become the worst on record, and there is no vaccine or effective treatment for this strain of Ebola, which is responsible for 1,000 cases and 254 deaths in the country as of Monday morning.
Doctors are warning that panic and ongoing fighting in the Democratic Republic of the Congo are making the Ebola outbreak worse. The outbreak is on pace to become the worst on record, and there is no vaccine or effective treatment for this strain of Ebola, which is responsible for 1,000 cases and 254 deaths in the country as of Monday morning.
Boyle Heights warehouse fire: Crews work for 5th day in responding to 85M pound biohazard threat
Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass has issued a local emergency declaration as firefighters battle a persistent cold storage warehouse fire in Boyle Heights that threatens a major food-spoiling biohazard crisis.
Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass has issued a local emergency declaration as firefighters battle a persistent cold storage warehouse fire in Boyle Heights that threatens a major food-spoiling biohazard crisis.
Walking 1,776 miles for youth mental health
Jason Lennox plans to walk 1,776 miles across Minnesota in an effort to highlight the struggles kids face, especially in rural areas, and raise awareness and resources. FOX 9’s Corin Hoggard has the story.
Jason Lennox plans to walk 1,776 miles across Minnesota in an effort to highlight the struggles kids face, especially in rural areas, and raise awareness and resources. FOX 9’s Corin Hoggard has the story.
Minnesota man walks 1,776 miles for youth mental health awareness, resources
A Minnesota man is about to take on a 1,776-mile journey with a mission to help kids struggling with their mental health.
A Minnesota man is about to take on a 1,776-mile journey with a mission to help kids struggling with their mental health.
Health Department commits over $700 million to mental health and homelessness efforts
The Department of Health and Human Services plans to tackle the root causes of homelessness and mental health with millions of dollars allocated to expand local health clinics, recovery programs, and other initiatives.
The Department of Health and Human Services plans to tackle the root causes of homelessness and mental health with millions of dollars allocated to expand local health clinics, recovery programs, and other initiatives.
Cure for certain cancers is ‘realistic’ goal in next decade, pharma lead says
A cure for cancer could be on the horizon in the next decade, according to experts.
A cure for cancer could be on the horizon in the next decade, according to experts.
RFK Jr. orders hantavirus cruise ship passenger to stay in quarantine
A cruise ship passenger exposed to hantavirus remains in federal quarantine despite being symptom-free.
A cruise ship passenger exposed to hantavirus remains in federal quarantine despite being symptom-free.
U of M researchers awarded $2.2M grant to study causes of age-related blindness
The University of Minnesota Medical School has received a four-year, $2.2 million grant to study the causes and potential treatments for age-related eye issues.
The University of Minnesota Medical School has received a four-year, $2.2 million grant to study the causes and potential treatments for age-related eye issues.