In light of Pope Francis’ pneumonia diagnosis, Dr. Leana Wen explains why older adults are especially at risk for serious ...

Measles, one of the world’s most contagious infectious diseases, can cause serious complications – such as blindness, ...

Pope Francis, 88, has been diagnosed with bilateral pneumonia amid pre-existing lung conditions like bronchiectasis and ...

A doctor has warned you should 'never ignore' this one cold symptom if it lasts for a specific amount of time.

Cold and flu may seem alike, but knowing their key differences can prevent serious health risks. Learn how to recognize and ...

Those subject to bouts of sneezing or coughing to clear their lungs ... They have no idea I suffer from hay fever, so I wear goggles to make people realize the cause (of my sneezing) and that ...

EVANSVILLE — Area hospitals now have temporary visitor restrictions in place as flu cases in the Tri-State increase. Ascension St. Vincent Evansville shared its providers are seeing influenza A across ...

Parents are encouraged to contact their child’s pediatrician or visit county health departments to ensure their child is properly vaccinated. The ADPH also reassures that the MMR vaccine is very safe, ...

A pensioner caught potentially deadly Legionnaires’ disease from swimming in a lake. People who take part in open water ...

PRESQUE ISLE, Maine (WAGM) - Respiratory illnesses are common during the winter months, but how can you protect yourself and others? In this week’s Medical Monday, we discuss the most common ...

Valley fever is a fungal lung infection that occurs when you inhale spores from Coccidioides immitis or Coccidioides posadaii. The disease is also called coccidioidomycosis. Symptoms include cough, ...