Jonathan Reed Health Editor

Michigan health officials are investigating a sudden and large increase in cyclosporiasis cases, with over 170 infections reported in southeast Michigan since June 22, 2026. The parasite, often linked to contaminated produce, has sickened hundreds across 17 states since May 1, leading to at least 20 hospitalizations nationwide. Michigan Case Counts and Regional Spread The … Read more

“Beachgoers in the Gulf Coast face heightened risks of Vibrio vulnificus infections as summer peak approaches, with health officials urging caution and researchers linking the rise to climate change and federal policy shifts.https://www.cbsnews.com/news/disease-threats-trump-administration-health-program-cuts/https://www.nola.com/news/gulf_coast/vibrio-infection-icu/article_6efbb15a-43f0-4919-8f4c-ae79aa09fdd1.htmlhttps://www.click2houston.com/news/local/2026/07/01/doctors-warn-swimmers-about-risk-of-flesh-eating-bacteria-in-houston-area-beaches-lakes-and-ponds/” ### A Personal Battle with Vibrio Steve Wilson’s summer began like any other in Mississippi, but a single horsefly bite led to … Read more

A study of 355,000 adults from Cedars-Sinai Health Sciences University found that drinking five or more cups of coffee daily reduces the risk of liver cancer and cirrhosis by nearly a third, with 42% lower risk of liver-related death, according to The Independent. The Study’s Key Findings The research, published in The Independent, analyzed data … Read more

Preliminary figures from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) suggest the U.S. mortality rate fell significantly in 2025, potentially placing American life expectancy on track to reach a record high. The decline, which follows the peak of the COVID-19 pandemic, reflects a downward shift in deaths across nearly all age groups. Mortality Trends … Read more

Medical professionals report a rise in kidney stone cases among young adults in their 20s and 30s during the summer of 2026. According to India Today, unusually hot weather combined with poor hydration and high-protein diets is driving the trend in urban India. Why summer heat increases stone formation Photo: KRCG Heat exposure triggers a … Read more

Lowri Denman, a 42-year-old Cardiff woman, discovered she had 38 brain parasites after contracting a tapeworm during a 2007 trip to India, according to reports from multiple outlets. The infection, which led to seizures, psychosis, and long-term health struggles, highlights the risks of parasitic diseases in travelers. The Parasitic Discovery and Initial Symptoms Denman first … Read more

A parasite causing explosive diarrhea has infected at least 145 people across 17 U.S. states, with investigations ongoing to identify the source, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The Cyclospora cayetanensis parasite, which spreads through contaminated food or water, has triggered a multistate outbreak, with New York reporting the highest number … Read more

Roughly 45 million Americans wear contact lenses, but many users unknowingly risk permanent vision loss through preventable hygiene errors. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, serious eye infections can strike one in every 500 users annually. Experts warn that sleeping in lenses, using tap water, and improper cleaning remain the primary catalysts … Read more