Hypochlorous acid is safe enough to spray in your eyes yet more effective than bleach. Why isn’t it everywhere?

Viral infections also pose significant risks ... wearing masks in crowded or high-risk environments, and keeping wounds clean and covered are all essential habits to adopt. Regular medical ...

Orange County health officials on Wednesday warned the public after a bat that was found at a park last week tested positive for rabies.

DNA found in museum pieces could provide a unique opportunity to study the history and spread of infectious diseases, ...

Ultimately, this report shows an urgent need for both public awareness of avoiding infection – and for more diverse therapeutic interventions. The CDC has called for better access to wound care ...

Henrico Doctors' Hospital hasn’t done enough to contain infections in its troubled neonatal intensive care unit and had not ...

Zika virus manipulated human skin cells to release mosquito-attracting odors. Insights into the virus’s transmission tactics can help curb its spread.

Flood waters pose a range of health risks due to exposure to various pathogens and contaminants. Here are 10 common diseases ...

"It's sickening." Man faces harsh consequences after provoking iguana for viral content: 'That had to hurt' first appeared on ...

The Trump administration maintains that HIV meds have survived foreign aid cuts. In Zambia, as in other countries, people are struggling to find pills and risk getting sick without medication.

Penn State Health Children’s Hospital are seeing seasonal allergies this week. They’re also seeing rashes from outdoor exposures and viral upper respiratory illness. WellSpan Pediatric ...

Miguel Bustillo oversees The Wall Street Journal's coverage of the United States.