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‘Critical’ funding comes as H5N1 outbreak intensifies and will go toward developing a response to the virus

A backlash is growing – some women are turning to apps or other methods, but a disturbing number seem to be giving up on birth control altogether, says Guardian Opinion deputy head Barbara Speed

The wealthier people are, the more likely they are to have access to places that keep them healthy, the Royal Society for Public Health said.

About two thirds of those at-risk for influenza are yet to be vaccinated this winter, according to Public Health Scotland.

Efforts to assist wildfire evacuees in replacing lost medications through on-site medical support.

When most people think about vaccines, they typically think about humans: Experts warn that when large numbers of people are unvaccinated, it can lead to severe consequences, including disease outbreaks and higher rates of illness and death, particularly among the most vulnerable. The economic costs to society can also be…

A New York Times essay helps illustrate why the surgeon general's new report on alcohol and cancer leaves out crucial context and nuance.

The West African country has confirmed two cases of mpox in recent days.

Public health experts weigh in on the current state of testing for bird flu amid rising cases of influenza A

As critical incidents are declared in multiple hospitals, we look at testing and protection advice

US Department of Health and Human Services declares public health emergency for California in response to wildfires, providing crucial support for healthca...