As Americans plan a final summer excursion this Labor Day weekend, they may encounter beach closures and swimming advisories. Unsafe fecal contamination levels along stretches of the U.S. coastline are raising serious health concerns for holiday travelers.

A new study suggests that patients with muscle-invasive bladder cancer (MIBC) may no longer require a full cystectomy. Early findings from the SURE-02 trial propose a promising path toward bladder preservation using perioperative pembrolizumab and sacituzumab govitecan.

A decade-long study by Harvard scientists suggests that lithium deficiency, triggered by amyloid plaques in the brain, may be a key factor in the early stages of Alzheimer’s disease. By testing innovative lithium compounds that evade plaque capture, researchers were able to reverse memory loss in mice at far lower doses than those used for psychiatric treatments.

A new egg recall has prompted warnings after nearly 100 illnesses were reported. This development highlights a growing awareness of foodborne risks, continuing a trend of widespread recalls this year.

Tricare for Life beneficiaries may soon lose coverage for certain weight-loss medications, a move that is drawing criticism from advocates. With the change set for August 31, questions remain about how the policy shift will affect retirees’ health support.

Health officials in Kansas have officially declared the end of a measles outbreak that affected dozens of mostly unvaccinated children. The Kansas Department of Health and Environment reports that no new cases have been confirmed, signaling a return to normalcy in the region.

An Arizona family has launched a $55 million legal action against Flagstaff Unified School District, claiming their sixth-grade student contracted Tick-Borne Relapsing Fever due to neglected pest control practices. The family’s attorneys allege the district failed to follow CDC guidelines at Camp Colton, where a previous outbreak occurred in 2014. Legal documents were formally served on August 26, 2025.

Getting a COVID-19 shot this year might be more difficult than before. Factors such as age, insurance coverage, overall health, and the availability of a health care professional could all play a role in how easily you receive the vaccination.

As California sees a surge in COVID-19 cases, new vaccine approvals remain stalled by policies first set in the Trump administration. Public health officials warn that millions of Americans could be at risk, especially high-risk groups facing emerging variants.

A British Columbia farm’s ostriches face culling due to bird flu, but some believe these birds may have developed immunity. Amid calls for extra testing, a poll questions whether the Supreme Court of Canada should intervene in the decision.

A raccoon was killed by a family dog in New Jersey and later confirmed to have rabies. Officials say the incident underscores an ongoing public health concern in the region.

A growing body of research suggests that certain eating habits, particularly the Mediterranean diet, may help counteract some of the genetic risk factors linked to dementia. Multiple sources highlight a remarkable potential for lowering the risk, even among individuals with higher genetic predispositions to Alzheimer’s disease.

New research points to a Mediterranean-style diet as a potential way to lessen genetic risk for dementia. While you can’t change your genes, you may be able to modify the way they affect your brain through healthier dietary choices.

A person in Maryland has been infected with the flesh-eating New World screwworm, health authorities confirm. The patient traveled from Guatemala and has received treatment to address the parasite, underscoring the importance of vigilance against rare but serious infections.

AbbVie is set to acquire Gilgamesh Pharmaceuticals’ bretisilocin, a next-generation psychedelic compound with promising Phase 2 results for major depressive disorder. The treatment’s short-acting properties and robust clinical data highlight its potential to address critical gaps in current psychiatric therapies.

Bristol Myers Squibb is set to showcase new clinical and real-world findings on Camzyos (mavacamten) for obstructive and non-obstructive hypertrophic cardiomyopathy at the ESC Congress 2025. The presentations include data from the global COLLIGO-HCM study, a pooled Phase 3 monotherapy analysis, and highlights from the largest trial to date in non-obstructive HCM.

One family’s painful loss has sparked deeper questions about changing vaccine guidance. With concern mounting over advice that suggests some groups “do not need” COVID-19 shots, the nation faces a moral and public health crossroads.

A large study out of Karolinska Institutet suggests that people who’ve had COVID-19 could be at a higher risk of developing asthma, sinusitis, and hay fever. Researchers note vaccination appears to reduce these heightened chances.

A dedicated group of women in Dallas is set to take the football field to raise funds and awareness for Alzheimer’s disease. Founded by sisters who experienced the disease in their own family, BVB Dallas has already raised over $6.5 million for Alzheimer’s research and aims to reach $300,000 more this year.

Serena Williams has confirmed she joined the growing ranks of individuals using GLP-1 medication for weight loss. The 43-year-old tennis icon discussed her decision following her struggle to drop pounds after childbirth.

A South Lake Tahoe resident has recovered from a rare plague infection reportedly contracted through a flea bite during a camping trip. Health officials are reminding everyone to take basic precautions against rodent and flea exposure to prevent future cases.