Health stories in DC / Maryland / Virginia

The Maryland Department of Health has confirmed 148 cases of cyclosporiasis, a stomach illness causing severe diarrhea. The outbreak has raised concerns as health officials investigate the sources of infection.

Florida has recorded its first death from a flesh-eating bacteria in 2026, highlighting the dangers of vibriosis, which affects around 80,000 people annually in the U.S. Some strains can lead to severe, life-threatening infections.

The Trump administration has announced the termination of a Biden-era subsidy program designed to lower prescription costs for Medicare beneficiaries. This change is set to take effect in 2027, raising concerns about the affordability of medications for seniors.

A 13-year-old boy remains hospitalized at Johns Hopkins Hospital following an attack by a rabid beaver at Cunningham Falls State Park. The incident occurred over the weekend, raising concerns about wildlife safety in the area.

Una balacera dejó a dos personas heridas el miércoles por la tarde cerca de la zona de Mount Vernon Square, en el noroeste de Washington DC, según las autoridades. La policía dijo que las dos personas fueron trasladadas en condición crítica a un hospital local. Una de las víctimas fue encontrada

Health officials in the D.C. metropolitan area are monitoring an increase in cyclosporiasis cases throughout the summer, with Maryland reporting 110 infections and Virginia seeing figures more than double its five-year average. The post Maryland, Virginia See Increase in Cyclosporiasis Cases While D

A concerning social media trend known as 'tanmaxxing' encourages teenagers to achieve darker tans by burning their skin. Health professionals are raising alarms about the long-term risks of skin cancer associated with this behavior.

The CDC reports over 18,000 confirmed or suspected cases of cyclosporiasis across the U.S., with Michigan seeing more than 10,000 cases. This outbreak raises significant public health concerns as officials work to contain the spread.

Maryland has reported 38 new cases of cyclosporiasis, bringing the total to 148 as part of a larger national outbreak. The CDC has confirmed over 6,700 cases nationwide, with investigations ongoing to identify sources of the infections.

The Trump administration has announced the termination of a Biden-era initiative aimed at reducing prescription drug costs for Medicare users. This change is expected to lead to increased premiums for millions of beneficiaries, raising concerns about healthcare affordability.

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has proposed annual testosterone testing for service members aged 30 and older, igniting a cultural debate about masculinity in America. This policy reflects broader societal discussions surrounding the role of testosterone and its implications for identity and health.

El Dr. Anthony Fauci se negó a responder este miércoles a las preguntas de los senadores en una audiencia sobre los orígenes del COVID-19 y la gestión del gobierno durante la pandemia. En declaraciones preparadas, dijo que invocaría su derecho, amparado por la Quinta Enmienda, a no testificar para e

A nurse was impaled by a trekking pole while hiking on Montana's tallest mountain but managed to hike over 10 miles to safety. This incident highlights the resilience and survival skills required in outdoor adventures.

His injuries were non-life-threatening, and he was still conscious and breathing when he was taken to the hospital.

HIV/AIDS activists on Sunday protested a Trump-Vance administration official at the 2026 International AIDS Conference in Rio de Janeiro. Health GAP Executive Director Asia Russell and others disrupted U.S. Global AIDS Coordinator Jeff Graham, who is leading the Trump-Vance administration’s AIDS

Nineteen teenagers fell ill at a youth academy in Laurel, prompting state health officials to investigate the cause. Families express concern over the lack of timely notifications regarding the hospitalizations.

La Administración de Alimentos y Medicamentos de EEUU (FDA, por sus siglas en inglés) retiró del mercado un medicamento para la tiroides recetado comúnmente. El retiro afecta tabletas de levotiroxina sódica, utilizadas para tratar el hipotiroidismo y reducir el tamaño de la glándula tiroides cuan

A 13-year-old was bitten by a beaver at Cunningham Falls State Park, which has since tested positive for rabies. The swimming area is closed as officials investigate potential rabies risks in the park.

A decision by the U.S. Office of Management and Budget (OMB) at the request of the Trump administration to discontinue direct federal funding of community-based organizations and clinics that provide HIV prevention services has raised concern among community health advocates, including LGBTQ advocat

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Multiple cadets at the Capital Guardian Youth Challenge Academy in Laurel were hospitalized for the second consecutive day due to illness. Investigations into the cause, including food and environmental factors, are ongoing.

A federal product safety agency is seeking access to hospital emergency room records as the U.S. experiences its highest measles cases in decades. Additionally, researchers have made a significant link between gut bacteria and heart health risks, highlighting urgent public health concerns.

Maryland health officials and public health experts urge Marylanders to vaccinate against measles amid nationwide surge in cases. (Photo by Jerry Saslav/U.S. Ari Force)Just seven months into the year, confirmed measles cases Maryland are already four times higher that they were for all of last year,

A longtime sports announcer from Toledo, Ohio, is set to receive a kidney through a paired donation initiated by a fan he had never met. This life-saving act highlights the impact of community support in organ donation.

American Regent has issued a recall for a batch of Papaverine Hydrochloride Injection after discovering glass and other contaminants in the vials. This recall raises concerns about patient safety and the integrity of pharmaceutical products.