Health

Adult obesity on rise in US, CDC says

New data released Wednesday show that adult obesity increased in the U.S. last year and racial and ethnic disparities persist, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

Coronavirus causing 'persistent fatigue' in more than half of recovered patients, study finds

As researchers work to understand both the short and longterm effects of the novel coronavirus, more than half of participants in a recent study who have recovered from COVID-19 are still experiencing “persistent fatigue” related to the disease. 

Case of rare mosquito-borne EEE virus suspected in Michigan

Michigan health officials this week reported a suspected human case of the dangerous mosquito-borne illness Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) virus. 

Canada's premiers push for $28B top-up to annual federal health care spending

News/Politics: Canada's premiers are demanding $28 billion in additional federal funding to cover their ballooning health care costs — a boost that would bring annual transfers to $70 billion.

Coronavirus outbreak hits naval shipyard in Maine

An outbreak of coronavirus in a Portsmouth Naval Shipyard is being investigated by the Maine Center for Disease Control.

Texas coronavirus patient, 70, undergoes double lung transplant

Texas surgeons performed a double lung transplant after the novel coronavirus damaged the lungs of a 70-year-old man.

Coronavirus: What's happening in Canada and around the world on Friday

News/Canada: Provinces say people are flouting provincial rules around gathering size limits, leading officials to crack down and impose new restrictions as COVID-19 infections climb across Canada. 

'That grin, that big heart': Remembering Terry Fox, the Marathon of Hope and one day in Thunder Bay

News/Canada/Thunder Bay: Bill Vigars, a close friend and confidante of Terry Fox, recalls the last days of the Marathon of Hope in Thunder Bay, Ont., and the inspiration it gave Canadians as a virtual version of the annual run is set to go ahead Sunday, 40 years later.

United Kingdom sees spike in coronavirus cases, second lockdown may be looming

Why doctors think you should get the flu shot this year — and soon

News/Health: As COVID-19 cases climb in many provinces, flu season is also on the horizon. Doctors say there’s more interest in the flu shot this year — and there should be. But they’re warning patients to get the shot sooner rather than later. Here's why.

Sorry to burst your COVID-19 'social bubble' but even small gatherings are getting riskier

News/Canada/Toronto: Whether you call it a social circle, household bubble or some other catchy term, it’s a concept being used across Canada to help people socialize safely. But with COVID-19 case counts rising, some warn the approach is getting riskier.

Why saliva testing for COVID-19 in Canada won't be a panacea for long lineups any time soon

News/Health: Canadians in several provinces face long lines for a swab to help diagnose COVID-19 as school and workplaces open. New testing technologies could help, but doctors say they won't be a silver bullet.

Fauci would bet on effective and safe coronavirus vaccine by November or December

Dr. Anthony Fauci, the nation’s leading infectious disease expert, said on Wednesday that he expects a coronavirus vaccine to be proven safe and effective before the end of 2020. 

WHO outlines ways governments, health care leaders can keep health workers safe amid pandemic

Workers should also have access to proper personal protective equipment as well as mental well-being and social support services, according to WHO. The organization also wants to promote a culture of zero tolerance for violence.

Coronavirus vs smoke inhalation during wildfires: How to differentiate between symptoms

Differentiating coronavirus symptoms from smoke inhalation symptoms during wildfires can be challenging, pulmonologists tell Fox News

Moderna expects coronavirus vaccine results in November: report

The CEO of Moderna, Stephane Bancel, recently said the biotech company may have results on its coronavirus vaccine candidate by November, says a report.

Scientists may know where coronavirus originated, study says

A group of researchers claim to have discovered where the novel coronavirus originated, according to a new study.

‘Alarming rates’ of coronavirus transmission in Europe should serve as ‘wake-up call,’ WHO official warns

A World Health Organization (WHO) official this week warned of the “alarming rates of transmission” of the novel coronavirus in Europe, urging residents there to view the “very serious situation unfolding before us” as a “wake up call.” 

How a handful of students caused Western University's COVID-19 outbreak

News/Canada/London: The number of Western University students testing positive for COVID-19 is now at 28 after an outbreak that started with groups of students living off-campus engaging in high-risk behaviour as school resumed.

Eyeglasses may be ‘protective factor’ against coronavirus, researchers say

A new study by Chinese researchers suggests that people who wear eyeglasses daily may be less susceptible to COVID-19.