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72-year-old patient had COVID for record 613 days, accumulated over 50 virus mutations before it killed him
“The duration of infection in this case is extreme.”
Nearly 30 Silverseas cruise passengers fall ill with diarrhea at sea
This vacation stinks.
How to make the popular Starbucks 'Medicine Ball' tea that fans claim will soothe a cold
The drink does not contain actual medicine but does include several ingredients that have long been touted as at-home natural cold remedies.
Bird flu pandemic could be '100 times worse' than COVID, scientists warn
A bird flu pandemic with the potential to be “100 times worse than COVID” may be on the horizon after a rare human case was discovered in Texas, experts have...
Long COVID sufferers could lose up to six IQ points 'worrisome' study shows
Nearly a quarter of American COVID-19 patients may have been affected.
Violent, diarrhea-inducing stomach bug spreads in Northeast: 'Incredibly contagious'
Recent data from the U.S. Centers For Disease Control and Prevention shows that Pennsylvania, New Jersey and New York in particular have the highest positivity rate for the virulent strain.
Alaska confirms first fatal case of Alaskapox
Alaska health officials confirmed the state’s first fatal case of Alaskapox — a recently discovered viral disease.
1 in 4 COVID patients developed long-haul symptoms, study reveals
“Americans living with long COVID want to understand what is happening with their bodies,” said Dr. Rachel L. Levine, the U.S. assistant secretary for health.
Ancient zombie viruses trapped in Arctic ice could unleash deadly new pandemic
Scientists are devising strategies for averting a catastrophic global health emergency that could be triggered by ancient viruses hiding deep beneath layers of melting Arctic permafrost.
What is septic shock? Why hospitalized 'Emily in Paris' star Ashley Park faced 'critical' health battle
The critical condition affects 750,000 Americans annually. Many do not survive.
What are viral 'immunity cubes' — and do they really stop you from getting sick?
"They are sweet, they are tart, they are creamy, and they are full of ingredients to help keep your immune system in tip-top shape, all winter long," said Nicole K....
Toddler, 2, dies from rare pigeon virus — only the 5th person to do so
Since 1926, 485 human cases have been reported globally, with more than half logged in the United Kingdom.
10 natural treatments that doctors recommend for the cold and flu
Those who feel that they're coming down with something might look to take vitamin supplements, particularly vitamin C and vitamin D3, experts suggested.
Pineapple touted as ultimate cold and flu cure — but does the hack actually work?
One influencer has gone viral for Dole-ing out some rather unusual virus-fighting advice.
After losing her leg to the flu, Virginia woman urges people to get vaccinated
For most of the millions of people who get the flu each year in the U.S., the virus brings a few days of fever, body aches, and weakness before it...
Billions for tests and jabs sure to go to waste: Federal COVID-iocy marches on
There’s no point to mass testing, let alone free home delivery: Tests are now ample and cheap.
Disturbing warning over 'tiny marks' on toilet paper in public restrooms
“If you look closely you will see a bunch of tiny red blood splotches — that is not from someone's bloody nose or little accident.”
COVID severity 'much lower' now — but these 3 symptoms remain: top NYC doc
Despite recent warnings from the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, cases of COVID-19 are noticeably weaker than previous waves, a top NYC doctor has said.