New bird flu strain detected on poultry farm as experts monitor mutations

A new strain of bird flu (highly pathogenic avian influenza, or HPAI) has been detected on a duck farm in California.  The World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH) reported the outbreak of the new strain, H5N9, earlier this week on its website. The more common H5N1 strain was also found at the same farm, which is located in Merced County,...

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Woman with cancer reveals the diet that she says saved her life

Liana Werner-Gray began a cancer battle 15 years ago — and she believes that if she had not made substantial changes to her diet and lifestyle, she might not be alive today. Fox News Digital spoke to the author and wellness advocate about her health journey on Wednesday on Capitol Hill as Robert F. Kennedy Jr. was speaking during his hearing for Health...

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Marla Maples backs RFK Jr. for Trump Cabinet, advocates for healthier food choices

As Robert F. Kennedy Jr. appeared on Capitol Hill Wednesday for the confirmation hearing for HHS Secretary, supporters and leaders in the Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) movement gathered to show their support. Among the supporters was Marla Maples, ex-wife of President Trump and mother to Tiffany Trump, who co-founded the Global Wellness Forum. The...

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Top killer in US revealed, plus red meat warnings spark questions

SOBER EFFECTS - Kelly Ripa reveals the surprising result of giving up alcohol. Continue reading… DEMENTIA DUPE – A little-known condition is often misdiagnosed as Alzheimer's disease. Continue reading… WATER WEIGHT - A certain type of water could support weight loss, a study suggests. Continue reading… Facebook Instagram YouTube Twitter LinkedIn Fox...

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Ebola outbreak reported in African country — here’s what you need to know

An Ebola outbreak has been reported in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). At least a dozen cases of the hemorrhagic fever have been reported in the Bolamba health zone, which is located in the Équateur Province in the DRC. Eight deaths have been reported. Colomba Mampuya, president of the Red Cross/Ecuador committee, reportedly shared the...

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Why does RFK Jr.’s voice sound raspy? Here’s what to know

As Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. appeared on Capitol Hill Wednesday for the confirmation hearing for Health and Human Services Secretary, some may have noticed that his voice has a raspy, strained sound. The prospective HHS head has spoken about his voice over the years, sharing that he was diagnosed long ago with a disorder called spasmodic dysphonia. "I...

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This disease kills more people than all cancers and accidents combined

Heart disease remains the top killer of Americans as risk factors continue to grow. The latest statistics were revealed in the American Heart Association’s annual report, 2025 Heart Disease and Stroke Statistics. The report, which was published on Jan. 27 in the AHA’s journal Circulation, revealed that cardiovascular disease kills more people than...

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Kansas City tuberculosis outbreak is largest in US history

A tuberculosis outbreak in Kansas City, Kansas, has become the largest documented on record in the United States. As of Jan. 24, 2025, there have been 67 active cases reported in Wyandotte County (60) and Johnson County (7) since January 2024, according to the Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE). There have also been 79 latent, or asymptomatic,...

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Common mental disorder could shorten your life, study finds

A common mental health issue could take years off your life, new research has revealed. People with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) were found to live shorter lives than those who were not diagnosed, according to a study published in The British Journal of Psychiatry. Researchers from University College London analyzed the health data...

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Bill Gates likely had autism as a child, he reveals: ‘Wasn’t widely understood’

Bill Gates said he believes he would have been diagnosed with autism if he were growing up today. The Microsoft co-founder and tech billionaire, 69, made the revelation in his upcoming memoir, "Source Code: My Beginnings." In an excerpt of the book, which was published in The Wall Street Journal, Gates wrote about how his parents "struggled with their...

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RFK Jr. likely to be confirmed as health secretary, Dr. Siegel says

The confirmation hearing to consider the nomination of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS) is expected to take place on Wednesday, Jan. 29. The highly anticipated hearing follows the introduction of the Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) movement – a campaign to revolutionize health in the country. On "Fox & Friends"...

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Drinking sparkling water could have surprising impact on weight, study suggests

Water is known to be a great resource for good health, but sparkling water could also offer unique benefits. A new report, published in BMJ Nutrition, Prevention and Health, suggests that carbonated water may support weight loss by enhancing glucose uptake and metabolism in red blood cells. The researchers aimed to analyze the physiological effects...

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WWII veteran turns 100, reveals the secrets of a long, healthy life

A man who served in World War II as an airman recently turned 100 years old — and celebrated in style with two different birthday parties.  He also said the smartphone has been one of the most significant inventions in his lifetime — plus shared his tips for living a long and healthy life.  John Fife, who lives in Clevedon, in North Somerset...

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Red meat could raise dementia risk, researchers claim, yet some doctors have questions

While red meat is a rich source of protein, iron and other nutrients, a recent study linked it to an increased risk of dementia — but some doctors are casting doubt on the claim. Researchers from the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health and Mass General Brigham found that daily consumption of certain amounts of processed red meats increased dementia...

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Feeling extra tired? This virus could be the culprit, study suggests

People who have had COVID-19 are more likely to develop chronic fatigue syndrome, officially known as myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS). That’s according to a study published in the Journal of General Internal Medicine earlier this month, which found that 4.5% of people infected with SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID,...

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Alabama woman who is only person in the world with a functioning pig organ reaches record 2-month milestone

An Alabama woman who is the only living recipient of a pig organ transplant passed a major milestone on Saturday when she became the longest living person with a functioning pig organ. Towana Looney, 53, remains healthy and full of energy, reaching the record 61-day mark with her pig kidney on Saturday. "I’m superwoman," Looney told The Associated...

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Alcohol poses these 8 risks to older adults, experts warn

The negative health impacts of alcohol have been in the spotlight since the surgeon general’s recent advisory, and now experts are warning that older drinkers might be more sensitive to those effects. As an individual’s body changes with age, so may a person’s tolerance when it comes to drinking. "As we age, our lean body mass and the water percentage...

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