Hantavirus-exposed cruise passengers may soon be allowed to return home but must remain under 24/7 watch
The US government is prepared to allow American passengers who were exposed to a unique strain of hantavirus to return…
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admin She faced a life-threatening miscarriage. Under Arkansas’ abortion ban, even calls to the governor’s office didn’t help
Emily Waldorf was denied care for a risky miscarriage due to Arkansas’ abortion ban, even after she met the hospital’s…
Nicotine-based e-cigarettes may increase the risk of some cancers
Vaping is often marketed as a safer alternative to cigarettes, but safer doesn’t always mean safe. New evidence suggests that…
Opioid Crisis Fast Facts
Read CNN’s Fast Facts about the opioid crisis and learn about the epidemic of addiction to painkillers.
Experimental hepatitis B drug might offer ‘functional cure’ for a subset of patients
A first-of-its-kind drug for hepatitis B is letting some patients stop treatment without showing signs of the dangerous liver virus,…
HIV/AIDS Fast Facts
Read CNN’s Fast Facts for the origins, treatments and global response to HIV and AIDS.
Americans will be sent to Kenya for Ebola care, Trump administration says
As an Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo grows, the Trump administration says it is focused on keeping…
Witnessing violence leaves scars. How to cope with the aftermath of traumatic events
For people who witness a horrific event, experts stress the importance of processing trauma immediately through talking, writing and self-care.
Blood testing is now included in screening recommendations for colon and rectal cancer
The American Cancer Society is adding some new testing options to its screening guideline for colorectal cancers – and for…
This year’s World Cup is testing the public health playbook
Although rare diseases like Ebola are concerning, experts say that most public health preparation for the World Cup has been…