The Latest Breaking News on Health

A brain-eating amoeba is spreading across US national parks — here’s what you need to know

Infections can lead to coma and death in just five days

The Independent UK · Jun 18

“Don’t be a lone wolf, that’s my number one life hack”—Peloton instructor and ultra runner Susie Chan shares her weekly fitness routine and tips to get started

The Brit trainer on how she went from zero to 50 miles of road running per week

Fit & Well · Jun 18

Could the next big cancer drug come from global health research?

COMMENT: The next blockbuster treatment drug might not, in fact, come from research into cancer itself but from research into a disease you may never have heard of, writes Nick Chapman. That is why global health funding is so important

The Independent UK · Jun 18

Your Brain Was Never Designed for This Much Bad News — Researchers Explain Doomscrolling's Health Effects and How to Stop

Researchers June 16, 2026: 40% of global news consumers avoid news; 17% of U.S. adults have severe Problematic News Consumption. Here's the science and the fix.

Medical Daily · Jun 18

Binghamton University Study: How Children's Eyes Focus on Faces May Be an Early Biomarker for Depression Risk

Binghamton University June 16, 2026: eye-tracking in 242 children over 2 years found depression changed face attention differently by family history. A potential early screening biomarker.

Medical Daily · Jun 18

FDA Advisory Panel Votes Today on First mRNA Flu Vaccine as MFLUSIVA Phase 3 Results Face Intense Scrutiny

FDA VRBPAC votes June 18 on Moderna's MFLUSIVA — the first mRNA flu vaccine. Phase 3 showed 26.6% RVE vs. standard dose; 47.9% vs. healthcare outcomes. PDUFA August 5, 2026.

Medical Daily · Jun 18

Science Advances Study: Deer with No CWD Symptoms Still Carry Infectious Prions — and They Can Spread to Other Species

Science Advances June 16, 2026: CWD prions detected in asymptomatic deer tissues can still transmit to other species. 36 U.S. states affected. What hunters need to know.

Medical Daily · Jun 18

"This 25-minute routine will build your confidence and independence"—a trainer who specializes in working with seniors shares her signature balance workout

Strengthen muscles, improve posture and gain back your independence with this gentle routine tailor-made for seniors

Fit & Well · Jun 18

'We deserve a maternity ward': mum speaks out as campaign reignites parties

'Obstetricians are not coming through the system.'

Newcastle Herald · Jun 18

Cervical cancer deaths in young women fall to zero for first time after vaccine introduced

The HPV jab has already saved about 200 lives in England

The Independent UK · Jun 18