Health News
Animal-to-Human Transfer Caused Ebola Outbreak
Researchers continue to search for answers in the the West African Ebola outbreak — now the largest in history. One research team has made a discovery that could lead to improved treatments and vaccines for the deadly virus.
NIH to Study Potential Ebola Vaccine
With more than 1,500 suspected deaths from Ebola virus disease in the recent West African outbreak, health officials are scrambling to test vaccines that could slow the spread of the virus.
Chicken Caesar Salad Kits Recalled Due to Possible Foodborne Illness
APPA Fine Foods, a Corona, Calif. establishment, is recalling approximately 92,657 pounds of fully cooked chicken Caesar salad kit products due to concerns about possible Listeria monocytogenes ( Lm ) contamination, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today.
Combined Polio Vaccines Were More Effective
Since the development of vaccines in the 1950s, doctors and health care professionals have worked around the world to eradicate the spread of polio.
CDC Officials Recommended Flu Shots
The heat is still beating down in the last days of summer, but autumn is just around the corner. That means flu season is lurking around the bend as well.
Travel Screenings Recommended as Ebola Rates Climb
Concerns have increased around the globe as Ebola case counts climb in West Africa. Now, health experts are recommending travel screenings to slow the outbreak.
HPV Vaccine May Have Staying Power
Not only does the HPV vaccine protect against human papillomavirus, but it also reduces the risk of cancers caused by HPV. Yet it only protects a person if it lasts long enough.
Chikungunya Vaccine Showed Promise
Facing more than 570,000 chikungunya cases in the Americas and 484 in the US as of early August, officials have been scrambling to slow the spread of the virus. One vaccine may have the potential to help.
Bacterial Meningitis Decreased Across US
Many worry about the diseases vaccines protect against, but a recent study showed that efforts to improve immunizations and treatments for at least one illness may be working.
FDA Warns Against Fake Ebola Treatments
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a statement warning against fraudulent Ebola treatments.