Infections
Children born with deadly immune flaw get powerful new gene therapy option
Gene therapy uses the patient's own blood stem cells, which were genetically modified to include functional copies of the WAS gene, the FDA said.
Israel's measles outbreak linked to global decline in vaccination rates, WHO warns
Irish president Higgins hospitalized overnight with infection
Flesh-eating parasite found in US patient for first time in decades
Eight confirmed deaths in Florida after flesh-eating bacteria infects 13
Louisiana has also reported an outbreak of Vibrio vulnificus, with 17 cases recorded in 2025.
Health Ministry urges vaccinations as measles outbreak continues to spread
According to the Health Ministry, the lowest vaccination rate is in Safed, where 33% of children aged 1 to 6 have not received the required doses.
Miley Cyrus opens up about ICU stay and health scare
“My leg started to disintegrate,” Cyrus said, explaining she was temporarily in the ICU after contracting a “brutal infection”.
Measles outbreak: 11 children hospitalized, three in serious condition
Senior health officials also warn of a potential mass infection at the upcoming Lag Ba'omer Mount Meron pilgrimage, as vaccination rates in certain haredi communities remain very low.
New research reveals hidden ‘control center’ which could help in fight against bacterial infections
This finding opens the door to broader research into how many different pathogens regulate their harmful activities.
Woman nearly loses eyesight after inflammatory disease caused by tattoo
She was found to be suffering from a severe eye inflammation, the first manifestation of sarcoidosis, a rare multisystem inflammatory disease.
X-ray, CT scans reveal: Vikings battled some serious headaches, ear infections
Beyond battle deaths that may have led them to Valhalla, Vikings endured serious diseases, including osteoarthritis and dental problems, causing relentless pain.
New Report: Health Officials Confirm decline in Northern China’s HMPV Cases
In recent weeks, worries grew when images surfaced showing hospitals with masked patients, prompting speculation about a new wave of respiratory diseases.
October E. coli outbreak at Mcdonald's traced to Taylor Farms onions
FDA inspectors reported that employees who worked with food did not wash their hands or maintain hygiene, stated CBS News.
AI vs. Superbugs: Researchers develop AI tool to to battle antimicrobial resistance
Antimicrobial resistance occurs when microorganisms that cause infections, such as bacteria and viruses, change over time and no longer respond to antibiotic medicines.
Health Ministry reports rare outbreak of Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome, linked to E. coli
So far, 26 Israelis have been affected by this rare condition in 2024.
