THE grave of a “vampire” whose body was decapitated to stop it rising from the dead has been discovered in a medieval fortress. More than 180 burials have been found at Račeša, a suspected ...

The fastest shortcut to learn about vaccine requirements and suggestions is to check out the Center for Disease Control’s travel resources. There, you can find a list of suggested vaccinations and ...

Cold weather can trigger flare-ups in several chronic conditions, including psoriasis, asthma, Raynaud's disease, and arthritis, according to health experts. Dry indoor air, reduced sunlight exposure, ...

Mental Health Medications: How Do They Work? There are several types of drugs available to treat mental illnesses. Some of the most commonly used are antidepressants, anti-anxiety drugs ...

Degenerative disk disease is a progressive condition in which spinal disks deteriorate. Surgery is an option, but less invasive treatments and therapies may also help. Degenerative disk disease is ...

COLUMBUS, Ohio (WJW) – The Ohio Department of Health held a press briefing to address growing health concerns regarding the spread of respiratory viruses during the peak period for transmission.

Flu season is here in New Jersey, but other illnesses are in full swing as well. Cases of influenza increased during holiday gatherings and travel and have been on the rise since then. In the week ...

Polk County schools are seeing a significant rise in student absences due to illness. Fourteen schools throughout Polk County have reported sick absence rates greater than 10% at least one day so ...

In 2022, more than 941,600 Americans died from cardiovascular disease. Heart disease remains the leading cause of death in the United States, according to a new report. The American Heart ...

FOR SIX TO EIGHTH GRADE STUDENTS. THE POLK COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT IS WARNING OF A SURGE IN SCHOOL ILLNESSES. IT’S THAT TIME OF YEAR. THE DEPARTMENT SAYS 14 COUNTY SCHOOLS ARE SEEING MORE THAN ...

FOND DU LAC, Wis. (WBAY) - UW Health says it’s seeing a spike in people being hospitalized for influenza, while COVID-19 and RSV cases are also on the rise in Wisconsin. According to UW Health ...