Infectious Disease

Coronavirus 5 hours ago

Trump FDA overhauls COVID-19 vaccine approval to focus on older populations, high-risk individuals

The FDA announced a policy shift for COVID-19 vaccine approvals to focus on Americans considered high-risk of contracting the virus, and those older than age 65.

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. 15 hours ago

Fiery RFK Jr. flogs WHO for caving to China on COVID, celebrating pandemic ‘failures’ in stunning video to org

HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. outlines reasons for U.S. withdrawal from WHO, highlighting failures in COVID-19 response and China's influence on the organization.

Health 4 days ago

Measles exposure warning issued for Newark Airport as officials urge vaccination

Newark Airport travelers have been warned of potential measles exposure after a case was confirmed in a recent passenger. NJDOH releases a statement urging vaccination.

Food-Drink 4 days ago

Public health alert issued for chicken and bacon ranch wraps over listeria concerns

A public health alert has been issued for some chicken and bacon ranch wraps sold in three northeastern states because of listeria concerns, according to the USDA's FSIS.

Coronavirus 5 days ago

RFK Jr's HHS to end routine COVID vaccine guidance for children, pregnant women: report

The Trump administration plans to drop routine COVID vaccination guidance for kids and pregnant women, marking a major shift in federal health policy, according to a report.

Opinion 5 days ago

Biden's pandemic playbook failed. Trump just offered a smarter path forward

COVID-19 exposed the dangers of rigid, one-size-fits-all health mandates. America needs a flexible, patient-first strategy that includes all effective treatments.

Health 5 days ago

Alzheimer's disease could be prevented by antiviral drug already on market

A new UVA study finds that HIV drugs like NRTIs may reduce Alzheimer's risk by 10% annually, suggesting potential for repurposing in dementia prevention.

Health 6 days ago

Officials in West Coast state sound alarm after traveler diagnosed with highly contagious viral disease

Public health officials warn of measles exposure in Washington state after a Canadian traveler visited multiple locations, including Seattle-Tacoma Airport, while contagious.

VIDEO 6 days ago

RFK Jr. is 'willing to listen to all sides,' says MAHA Action medical advisor

MAHA Action chief medical advisor Dr. Aseem Malhotra recounts how he met Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and commends his leadership on 'The Story.'

Health May 13

FDA warns seniors to avoid this vaccine after deadly complications

Adults over the age of 60 are recommended not to get the chikungunya vaccine to prevent the mosquito-borne illness due to two related deaths, according to the FDA and CDC.

Health May 13

Flesh-eating New World Screwworm could pose health risks to cattle, humans

Mexico's New World Screwworm outbreak halts livestock imports at the southern border as US officials work to prevent the parasitic fly from spreading to American animals.

VIDEO May 10

Measles cases in US surpass 1,000 for the first time since 2019, CDC reports

Fox News senior medical analyst Dr. Marc Siegel joins 'The Fox Report' to discuss the uptick in confirmed cases and more.

Health May 9

Shingles vaccine has unexpected effect on heart health

A new study suggests the shingles vaccine may reduce the risk of heart disease for up to eight years post-vaccination. A cardiologist shares insights on the findings.

Product Recalls May 9

Jumbo pumpkin seeds from Canada could be contaminated with salmonella

Organic jumbo pumpkin seeds made in Canada have been recalled because they could be contaminated with salmonella, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration said.

Health May 6

Midwestern state reports first measles case since 2011

Measles has returned to North Dakota after more than a decade, infecting an unvaccinated child. The case adds to growing national concerns, with outbreaks in 30 states and 935 confirmed infections.

VIDEO May 6

Trump bans funding for gain-of-function research possibly responsible for COVID-19 pandemic

Fox News senior medical analyst Dr. Marc Siegel discusses President Donald Trump signing an executive order banning funding for gain-of-function research. 

Opinion May 6

DR. MARC SIEGEL: Trump is right to block 'dangerous' gain-of-function research

President Trump was correct to issue an executive order on Monday that will block federal funding for gain-of-function research in China, Iran, and elsewhere, including the U.S.

VIDEO May 5

'DATA CHAOS': Secretary Kennedy defends database on 'existential disease'

Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. weighs in on President Donald Trump banning China's gain-of-function research and defends 'dialing back' health agencies on 'The Ingraham Angle.'

Politics May 5

'MOGE' audit uncovers nonprofits' 'incredibly wasteful' spending of taxpayer funds: state official

Wasteful spending as far away as Manhattan was found in an audit of HIV/AIDS grants by Mississippi state auditor Shad White.

VIDEO May 5

Trump, RFK Jr. launch $500M universal vaccine initiative

Fox News senior medical analyst Dr. Marc Siegel discusses the Trump administration's initiative to develop a vaccine to target multiple viruses and the Murdoch Children's Research Institute studying potential vaccines for strep.

Politics May 5

Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene airs frustrations, warns that she represents a 'not happy' Republican base

Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, R-Ga., said she is "frustrated and upset" with various topics, warning that she represents the GOP base and if she is not happy, the base isn't either.

VIDEO May 4

Former assistant health secretary says placebo testing for new vaccines isn’t ‘radical’

Former assistant health secretary Dr. Brett Giroir discusses new HHS testing requirements for vaccines and more on ‘Fox News Live.’

Health May 4

'I'm a doctor: Here are 11 things you should know about measles'

Amid the ongoing measles outbreak, Allison Croucher, a pediatrician in Illinois, said she often gets these questions from parents who are concerned about the spread.

Health May 2

Measles scare at major airport: What to know about potential exposure

The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) is sounding the alarm on a potential measles exposure at Chicago O’Hare International Airport. Here's what you need to know.

Health May 2

A common killer bug is endangering Americans: ‘Pandemic in plain sight’

Streptococcus Group A affects close to 20% of U.S. children, according to Dr. Joshua Osowicki, senior research fellow at the Murdoch Children’s Research Institute in Australia.

VIDEO May 1

Invasive Group A strep poses significant threat, doctor warns

Dr. Joshua Osowicki, team leader and senior research fellow at the Murdoch Children’s Research Institute in Melbourne, Australia, speaks about the risks of invasive Group A strep and the progress toward a vaccine.

Medical Research May 1

HHS halts work at high-risk infectious disease lab following repeated safety violations

HHS implemented a pause on research of deadly infectious diseases at one of the nation's most highly secure research labs, following repeated safety incidents.

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. May 1

RFK Jr to require all new vaccines to undergo placebo testing

HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is requiring all new vaccines to undergo placebo testing in a new policy change meant to promote greater transparency.

Vaccine May 1

Former Air Force major who defied Biden vaccine mandate speaks out, applauds Hegseth

Former intelligence office and Air Force Maj. Kacy Dixon tells her story about her separation from the military after defying Biden's vaccine mandate.

VIDEO May 1

Former Air Force Major speaks out on defying Biden’s military COVID-19 vaccine mandate

Kacy Dixon says it is ‘heartening’ to hear Defense Secretary Hegseth call the mandate ’unlawful’.