Infectious Disease

Health 2 hours ago

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 8 hours ago

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 3 days ago

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 4 days ago

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 4 days ago

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’.

China April 30

China blames US for origin of COVID-19 and turning 'deaf ear to the numerous questions over its conduct'

The United States is to blame for COVID-19, Chinese officials wrote in a paper published Wednesday after the White House blamed the disease on a leak.

Health April 30

COVID vaccine boosters called into question by FDA chief: ‘Void of data’

Dr. Marty Makary, chief of the FDA, has expressed doubts about the agency approving the COVID-19 vaccine for winter, stating that additional data is still required.

Politics April 28

COVID crackdown: Republicans seek to defund universities still requiring vaccine

Colleges that require students to undergo a COVID-19 vaccine will have their federal funding ended if House lawmakers get their way following a President Donald Trump executive order.

Opinion April 28

How a DOGE review can actually improve the programs that fight HIV/AIDS

If you support maintaining the U.S. approach to fighting HIV/AIDS, you should welcome the DOGE review to ensure that programs meet the needs of the current epidemic.

Food-Drink April 27

6 foods flight passengers should never order on a plane

Fox News Digital speaks to two etiquette experts, including a former flight attendant, who reveal which foods to steer clear of when you're on a plane.

Product Recalls April 25

Apple juice recalled in 28 states due to toxic substance, FDA says

Martinelli's is recalling some four packs of its 10-ounce glass apple juice bottles due to potential patulin contamination, according to the FDA. Here's what to know.

Health April 22

Measles outbreaks emerge across US: See which states have reported cases

Amid the ongoing U.S. measles outbreak, get the breakdown of how many cases have been reported by state. The vast majority have been confirmed in West Texas.

VIDEO April 21

White House takes aim at Dems, mask mandates in revamped COVID-19 website

Fox News correspondent Griff Jenkins discusses the White House updating the COVID-19 website to provide information supporting the China lab leak theory. 

Product Recalls April 21

Public health alert issued for budget-friendly Mexican meal: 'Should be thrown away'

The FSIS recently issued a public health alert for Aldi's pork carnitas, warning that the 16-ounce packages may be contaminated with metal as of April 19.