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Melatonin is sending kids to the ER: CDC warns

Debi Johnson

Nearly 11,000 U.S. children recently visited an emergency room after ingesting melatonin they took without supervision, according to a new ...

Hundreds potentially exposed in Wayne, Washtenaw

Debi Johnson

Things to know about measles outbreak The CDC is keeping track of an outbreak of the highly-contagious measles virus. Dozens ...

Americans can purchase birth control over-the-counter later this month

Barbara Terrio

Opill cost, availability: What to know about OTC birth control pills The Food and Drug Administration approved the country’s first ...

What are the symptoms of Norovirus? Cases are on the rise in the US

Debi Johnson

Recent data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention shows that in the week of February 17, over 12% ...

Why syphilis cases are surging in US, Michigan after nearly being eradicated

Debi Johnson

Detroit — Back from the brink of eradication, syphilis is spiking in Michigan, prompting alarm within the medical community. Mirroring ...

Long COVID research hasn’t yet produced results, as millions suffer

Debi Johnson

Long COVID patients testify on Capitol Hill for more support The Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor and Pensions heard ...

Cases spread as state defies CDC guidance

Debi Johnson

Two Florida children have contracted measles after the state’s top health official defied federal guidance to contain an outbreak at ...

Meningitis warning sent after Burns Science and Technology student dies

Debi Johnson

Meningitis: Frequently asked questions Here are some answers to the most commonly asked questions about meningitis. NorthJersey.com A fourth-grade student ...

As ‘zombie deer disease’ spreads, experts worry about risk for humans

Debi Johnson

Deer dead from “Contagious” zombie disease at Yellowstone A Yellowstone National Park press release has confirmed that a deer died ...

Methamphetamine plays increasing role in addiction crisis

Debi Johnson

Why fentanyl is the leading cause of overdose deaths in the US Over 150 Americans die every day from overdoses ...