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Merck's melanoma vaccine trial shows reduced recurrence or death from skin cancer
Merck presented its mRNA melanoma vaccine trial data at a European cancer conference this weekend. Results are promising: The vaccine reduces recurrence and death alongside an immunotherapy drug.
Some people with meat allergies from alpha-gal syndrome turn to exotic alternatives
People with Alpha-Gal Syndrome can have allergic reactions to meat from mammals. Many of those affected change their diets to eat other proteins.
U.S. measles cases more than double what they were last year as outbreak spreads
Pennsylvania is the worst hit state, with at least 1,338 cases of measles confirmed in 44 counties so far this year, according to the Pennsylvania Department of Health. (Image credit: Matt Rourke)
Marci Webber Killed Her Child. When Should the Mental Hospital Free Her?
Marci Webber was institutionalized after being convicted by reason of insanity for killing her 4-year-old daughter. For years she has said she is cured and should be freed.
What people aged 50 and older need to know about flu shots
NPR's Ayesha Rascoe asks Dr. Ann Falsey of the University of Rochester Medical School about flu shots for people aged 50 and older.
Is your Medicare Advantage plan ending next year? Here's what to know
Medicare open enrollment runs through Dec. 7, and for as many as 5 million seniors, it will be important to log on and pick a new plan. (Image credit: Jim Watson)
Cancer Vaccine Cuts the Risk of Melanoma Recurrence, Merck and Moderna Report
Merck and Moderna released detailed results on an experimental vaccine to treat the skin cancer.
A Cancer Revolution
We look at how screening and groundbreaking treatments have radically reduced death rates.
5 simple ways to relieve the aches and pains of sitting at a desk all day
Sitting at a desk all day hurts. And it isn't good for us. Strategies to make it a little more comfortable, from eye muscle exercises to alleviate eye strain to a back pain-fighting body movement.
High health costs squeeze workers, even if you have good insurance through a job
About 157 million Americans get their health insurance through work. A survey of employers shows a moderate price uptick this year, but workers still say health costs are a top concern. (Image credit: The Good Brigade/Digital Vision)
Can a dream help you solve a problem? Here's how to try tonight
What can you learn from dreams and how can you remember them and steer them to the topics you wish to dream about. Allison Aubrey and A Martinez discuss the resurgance in dream research and how dreams are a tool for self-discovery. (Image credit…
A GOP congressman voted to cut Medicaid. It covers 62% of his district. Can he win?
Republican U.S. Rep. David Valadao is fighting for reelection in central California. 6 in 10 residents of his district are covered by Medicaid, which he voted to cut last year. (Image credit: Jae C. Hong)
Is Rabies Making a Comeback?
As several states report surges in animal cases, federal officials are warning about an apparent increase in human exposures.
Influencers are helping 'free birth' gain fans, despite medical risks
The practice known as "free birth" — giving birth at home without a midwife — carries severe risks. But social media influencers are bringing attention and followers to the practice.
Why Drug Companies Are Rushing to Market Ketamine Medicines
Spurred on by the Trump administration’s embrace of psychedelic medicine, researchers are experimenting with new — and not so new — forms of the anesthetic.
Start-Up Claims to Use A.I.-Created Viruses to Treat a Patient
Certain viruses attack bacteria and can sometimes clear antibiotic-resistant infections. Researchers said they had tailored a virus to attack one patient’s illness.
Vanessa Kerry is the new WHO envoy for health resilience. What's on her to-do list?
A respected figure in the world of global health, Dr. Kerry takes on a new responsibility. She says it's challenging but not "daunting." (Image credit: Joel Saget)