Baltimore is seeing more Mpox cases this year, but don't panic. Health officials say the risk to most people is still low. Since January, there have been 24 cases, with over half happening after September. Last year, only seven cases were reported in the whole year. This might sound scary, but it's
The U. S. Department of Health and Human Services made a significant change recently. They picked Kirk Milhoan, a doctor who specializes in children's heart health, to lead a key group. This group gives advice to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on vaccines. The group is meeting soon t
Congo has declared the end of its latest Ebola outbreak, marking a significant win in the country's fight against the deadly virus. The 16th outbreak, which began in September 2023, has left a trail of 53 confirmed cases and 43 deaths. The health minister, Roger Kamba, announced the good news in Kin
The FDA has a serious warning for people who love to cook. They say 19 different pots and pans might be harmful. These items could let out dangerous amounts of lead into food. Most of these cooking tools come from India. They are made of aluminum, aluminum mixes, or brass. The FDA first talked abou
Chicago is in for more snow, just when people thought they'd seen the last of it. A winter weather advisory is in place for the entire area, starting Monday afternoon. This means more snow and slippery roads, especially during the evening rush hour. The weather isn't done with Chicago yet. After a
Brazil is set to make a big splash in the soybean world. By 2025/26, the country is expected to produce a whopping 178 million metric tons of soybeans. That's a lot of soy! This forecast comes from Itau BBA, a big name in the industry. The U. S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) thinks Brazil will pr
This week, the North Bay beaches are in for a wild ride. The National Weather Service has warned that big waves and high tides are on their way, which could lead to some serious hazards and even flooding. First, the waves. After a weekend of some seriously strong waves, another round is expected to
Massachusetts is preparing for its first significant snowfall of the season. The National Weather Service has issued a winter storm watch for December 2, with central and western regions expected to receive the most snow. This early-season snowfall is predicted to be heavy and wet, making travel cha
The DC area is bracing for a cold and windy start to December. Wind chills will drop to the 20s in the morning and hover in the 30s during the afternoon on Monday. As the day turns into night, light snow might make an appearance. Some parts of Virginia and Maryland could see a bit of snow, but in D
Over the past decade, health economists have been paying more attention to the bigger picture when evaluating the value of medical treatments. A recent study looked at nearly 8, 000 cost-effectiveness analyses (CEAs) from 2013 to 2023. These studies compare the costs and benefits of different health
