Jamaica is seeing an outbreak of leptospirosis and is urging anyone who is experiencing symptoms from the infectious disease ...

Both domestic and wild animals are suffering from more chronic conditions than ever, including obesity, diabetes, and cancer.

It’s supposed to fight off invaders to keep us healthy. But sometimes it turns traitor and attacks our own cells and tissues.

If you feel ill but your symptoms are only above the neck — a stuffy nose, a bit of a sore throat — you could just have a common cold, said Dr. William Schaffner, an infectious disease specialist at ...

It may sound surprising but kids can get diseases like lupus and arthritis, too, when their immune system mistakenly attacks ...

LEWISBURG, W.Va. (WVVA) - Faculty and students at the West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine (WVSOM) are combing Appalachian forests and local springs for microbes that could lead to new ...

In recent decades, there has been increasing focus on individual responsibility for health. The emphasis for non-communicable diseases (NCDs) has long been on screening, early diagnosis, and timely ...