The Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services said it suspects a resident is the first person in the state's history to die from a brain-eating amoeba.
NBC News took a shot at the public health narrative that skin-to-skin contact, rather than sex between men, was the chief transmitter of the disease monkeypox.
An extra 50,000 monkeypox vaccines have been set aside for gay pride events. Officials say 98% of monkeypox cases occur in men and 93% occur in men who recently had sex with another man.
Congress is likely to pass the Big Cat Public Safety Act, legislation that would outlaw the trafficking and sale of exotic big cats on the federal level.
Fairfax County Public Schools alerted parents that their children will still potentially have to wear masks indoors for the 2022-23 academic year pending high CDC COVID-19 community rates.
Two men have reportedly died in the state of Florida after eating raw oysters that were sourced from Louisiana. Here's what you need to know about the bacteria that can lurk in the shellfish.
The U.S. Army has announced prototypes designed to support its female soldiers with an item of clothing that's been much-needed: an Army Tactical Brassiere, or ATB. There are four prototypes.
Pastor Mike McClure of Calvary Chapel and constitutional attorney Mariah Gondeiro of the Advocates for Faith & Freedom discussed their legal victory on 'Fox & Friends.'
Boston Children’s Hospital and its Center for Gender Surgery are facing backlash over chest and genital gender-affirming surgeries following viral tweets from Libs of TikTok.
First Lady Jill Biden is steadily recovering after coming down with COVID-19 on Tuesday, her office says. She is holding zoom calls to prepare for a semester of teaching.
The New Jersey branch of the National Education Association (NEA) teachers union condemned parents as "extremist" in a new political advertisement this week.
Florida parents Cheryl and Hunter Brown are spreading awareness about depression and bullying after their teen daughter McKenna committed suicide one day before starting her senior year of high school.
Drugs have overwhelmed the once ritzy and chic Chelsea neighborhood in New York City, forcing some residents to endure the problem or move away from the area.
The CDC faced online backlash after announcing on Wednesday that it is planning “sweeping reorganization” to regain the public’s trust after the coronavirus.
The "Special Report" All-Star panel sounded off on the CDC's track record of flip-flopping on coronavirus guidelines and public health measures on Wednesday.
Joe Jonas is opening up about his choice to use injectables to keep himself looking young. Joe is 33 years old, and he and wife Sophie Turner have two young daughters.
The family of a deceased Colorado eighth-grader believes he accidentally overdosed on fentanyl after potentially receiving a pill from someone at school.
U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Director Dr. Rochelle Walensky announced a shake-up of the agency amid criticism of its response to COVID-19 pandemic.
Japan saw a spike in its already-high suicide rates as a result of pandemic related mental health issues, according to a study from the University of Tokyo.
An Illinois mother of five and YouTuber, Meghan Birch, joined "Fox & Friends" on Wednesday, Aug. 17, 2022, to share her best tips and tricks for saving money on back-to-school lunch prep for kids.
U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Director Dr. Rochelle Walensky announced a shake-up of the agency amid criticism of its response to COVID-19 pandemic.
Hailey Bieber opens up about her evolving relationship with husband Justin Bieber, the challenges they face, and how their marriage will be impacted once kids are in the picture.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis introduced a proposal to offer starting $4,000 bonuses to retired police, first responders willing to become teachers amid a classroom shortage.
Many of the protocols which changed the NFL during the pandemic are being removed. It is starting to look like the NFL is essentially going back to normal.
Dr. Andrea Merrill, a Boston-based surgical oncologist, recently helped out with an in-flight health emergency — and called attention to some issues around the medical supplies that were available.
Pennsylvania mom Suzanne Shaheen is vowing to sue her 5-year-old son's school district after he was isolated for not wearing a mask due to his asthma condition.
With the back-to-school season nearly here, more schools are rolling out programs to address the student mental health crisis. Is this the right approach? Not every parent thinks so.
Global restaurant industry data from OpenTable shows that cities such as Minneapolis, San Francisco and Seattle are struggling to recover from the pandemic. Florida cities are booming.
A New York judge ruled on Tuesday that Andrew Cuomo will not have to pay back the $5 million he earned from writing a book during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Drug recalls can be unexpected but are necessary to pay attention to. Here's how to check your medications the medicine isn't expired and is still effective.
Hamilton Southeastern school district updated a microaggression section to their handbook. The student handbook update was approved on June 8 at a school board meeting and then went into effect on August 5.
A church in California won a legal battle after county health authorities imposed over $200,000 in fines for the church defying their COVID-19 restrictions over two years.
A 34-year-old woman in Iran has tested positive for monkeypox, according to Iranian authorities. This is the first official case of monkeypox in the country.
Fox News Digital exclusively obtained a pair of fragmentary orders (FRAGOs) that detail the Army's ban on unvaccinated soldiers traveling for official business and station changes.
Atlanta's public schools are launching a new program that will provide telehealth services to students. The program targets Georgia students from kindergarten through 12th grade.
Summer may be winding down, but skin checks and smart sunscreen use are still extremely important. Fox News Digital spoke to dermatology experts for great advice and tips.
Chapter members of the Young Americans for Freedom at Clovis Community College in California filed a lawsuit against the school over alleged political discrimination.
The Fargo, North Dakota, public school system is recruiting teachers from Florida who are disenfranchised by legislation regarding sexuality discussions in K-3 classrooms.
The FDA issued a final rule creating a new category of hearing aids that will be made available over the counter, without a need for a prescription or medical exam.
Jameson Reeder Jr. is recovering after what was believed to be an 8-foot bull shark attacked him while snorkeling near a reef in the Florida Keys, his family said.
China's one-child policy of 35 years has led to the nation having one of the lowest birth rates in the world. Beijing is now discouraging abortion and subsidizing fertility treatment.
Arizona parents on “Fox & Friends First” Tuesday unveiled “school board expectations” amid concerns for the curriculum. Parents pushed back by submitting their own list of expectations.
School districts from coast to coast are trying to fill hundreds of vacant teaching positions ahead of the school year that begins in many places in just a few weeks.
West Virginia's health agency plans to offer free COVID-19 vaccines and tests at community events and schools. Sixteen different vans will offer these services across West Virginia.
Bill Gates and South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeo met earlier this week to discuss expanding their global health partnership, with Gates calling for Seoul to increase aid.
Fox News contributor and former teacher Leo Terrell joined "Fox & Friends" to react to a recent move in Minneapolis schools to lay off white teachers first.
First Lady Jill Biden has tested positive for the coronavirus after she began to develop “cold-like symptoms” late Monday night, her office has announced.
Liberty Counsel founder Mat Staver explained that NorthShore University HealthSystem implemented a "jab or job" policy and denied employees' religious exemptions.
Newport-Mesa Unified School District in California's sexual education curriculum, which includes a 'Genderbread Identity' man, comes under scrutiny by moms.
Talibah Hicks, Tom Kersting and Dr. Kathleen Berchelmann weighed in on the devastating effects of COVID-19 school closures and mandates on 'Fox & Friends First' Tuesday.
Many people dread going to work the next day — an experience often called the "Sunday scaries," though it can happen any day of the week. Here are expert tips to get through the worries.
A 17-year-old student pulled a loaded gun out of his waistband during a fight at Lincoln High School in Stockton, California, but was disarmed by an officer.
The UK has announced that they plan of offering COVID-19 boosters to all adults starting in September, hours after becoming the first nation to approve an omicron-resistant shot.
Let MI Kids Learn’s petition reached over the required amount of signatures and was submitted to the Michigan Bureau of Elections to get a second chance at pushing the measure.
Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin announced on Monday that he has tested positive for coronavirus for the second time and will work from home for the week.
Ohio churches have teamed up with a religious organization to create an alternative to public education in low-income areas, but the plan has earned the ire of the ACLU.
German Health Minister Karl Lauterbach announced on Friday that the EU is considering approving a combined COVID vaccine that would protect against the original strain and omicron.
With a majority of Texas teachers considering uitting, according to a new survey, a Texas teacher is leaving the profession to protect her mental health.
The HELPER Act is a legislation to assist first responders and educators in buying homes. Salaries for these civil servants are generally low and homeownership can be difficult.
Tom Holland shares some personal news - that he is stepping away from his social media in order to protect his mental health. The "Spider-Man" star is constantly in the news, especially with his girlfriend, Zendaya.
Unvaccinated school and childcare workers in New Jersey no longer have to undergo regular COVID-19 testing following a Monday order from Democratic Gov. Phil Murphy.
Amid developments with COVID, monkeypox, polio and other health issues, trust is the "glue" between doctors and patients, said one doctor said; but some communities have reason to be distrustful.
Twitter thought police could interfere with midterm elections and go after political opponents like they before, including several Republican politicians
A dog owned by a French gay couple has been infected with monkeypox. The dog had shared a bed with the two men, both of whom also contracted the virus.
Covid-19 gain-of-function research can't be trusted to totalitarian governments like China. We need stronger government oversight on such dangerous projects.
With a new school year starting, many students will be experiencing their first day back without masks and COVID-related policies. Parents say pandemic effects linger.
As college-bound kids take off and parents say goodbye, emotions can run high. Here's how to navigate this new time, with tips and real-life experiences, so that everyone thrives.
“CBS Mornings” promoted a study on Thursday that claimed climate change and hotter temperatures are to blame for rising childhood obesity rates and weight gain.
Here’s what you need to know about bug bite treatment; doctors share their tips for addressing minor and severe bites along with warning signs people should watch for and note.
John McEnroe wasn't a fan of the U.S. policy barring unvaccinated travelers from the country that would keep Novak Djokovic from participating in the U.S. Open.
In 2019, 43 states reported a shortage in special ed teachers. Now, it's 48. A lot of teachers left because of the pandemic. That made it tougher on teachers who remained.
Today's remote workplace requires some unique approaches for both managers and employees — here are five smart ways to work together better at the job, from workplace experts.
The World Health Organization will rename the increasingly spreading monkeypox virus after concerned that the name could be discriminatory and stigmatizing.
Precautionary boil water advisories have been issued for more than 900,000 Michigan residents after a water main break at a Great Lakes Water Authority facility.
Washington State is considering adopting of a points-based system for licensing cannabis shops that would prioritize individuals previously convicted of drug-related offenses.
Bowlers to Veterans Link has raised millions for veterans over 80 years. On National Bowling Day, it made a $500,000 donation to the National Association of State Veterans' Homes.
As Planned Parenthood and other groups continue to fight legal battles over state abortion laws, the Idaho Supreme Court ruled that strict bans could take effect.
Meet the dog rescue organization that is committed to helping senior people and dogs in need. The California group has a mission to give older people "peace of mind" about their pets.
A Philadelphia school district is requiring that all students and staff mask-up for the first 10 days of the school year, and pre-K will wear masks indefinitely.
Substack writer Alex Berenson is accusing the Biden administration of having "privately demanded" Twitter to ban his account over his skepticism of the COVID vaccine.
A California doctor made "defamatory" claims that his wife intentionally spiked his drinks with Drano in an attempt to poison him, the wife's lawyer says.
An appeal to be exempt by Creighton University's vaccine mandate has been dismissed by the Nebraska Supreme Court on Friday. Students claimed religious beliefs prevented them from being vaccinated.
Eating certain fruits can be very beneficial to your health. Check out these common fruits and their health benefits to start incorporating them into your diet.
New York City health officials said Friday that some COVID-19 vaccination sites for kids under the age of 5 will transition to administering monkeypox vaccine shots.
With the U.S. influenza season on the horizon, experts are monitoring the situation in Australia. The country's health agency says kids have been hit the hardest.
Florida is joining several other states in finalizing rules that prevent health care providers from billing Medicaid for gender-affirming medical treatments.
Equine therapy, which incorporates guided horseback, is helping children from low-income families in Caracas, Venezuela, who are suffering from cerebral palsy.
New York state and New York City health officials said Friday that poliovirus had been found in Big Apple wastewater samples. The findings suggest local circulation.
Parents react to the board of education in Fargo, North Dakota voting to stop saying the Pledge of Allegiance at board meetings, only months after beginning the practice.
Africa's public health agency is concerned about the fact that they have no monkeypox vaccine's in the continent even though their are 1.3 billion people.
Dr. Charles Morris Godfrey, one of the oldest men to practice medicine in North America, passed away recently in Canada at age 104. The doctor said the "main thing is to keep interested in life."
Actress Anne Heche, who remains in a coma as of now, wished to be an organ donor, her rep said. Here's what to know about organ donation and transplants in the U.S.
A Wisconsin woman charged in the 2014 "Slender Man" stabbing of a sixth-grade classmate has withdrawn her petition for early release from a mental health facility.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on Thursday loosened many of its recommendations for battling COVID-19, reflecting a shift in guidelines.
Randi Weingarten’s comments came after data showing school closures in the U.S. having a devastating impact on children’s mental health, development and future earnings potential.
The CDC has stated that it will no longer recommend schools or day cares quarantine students or run tests for students to stay at the school if they are exposed to COVID-19.
Collier County Public Schools added “Advisory notice to parents” on physical copies of books and the district’s online catalog, deeming them “unsuitable for students."
As bird flu spreads across the globe, Germany is set to slaughter 110,000 hens across 352 farms in the Vechta region which is experiencing an outbreak of the virus.
Dr. Anthony Fauci was widely panned by conservatives on social media after joking while receiving an award in Seattle that he created COVID-19 in his kitchen.
Several smaller cities across China have begun implementing preventative COVID measures as cases continue to rise across the country, sparking fear of larger lockdowns.
Monkeypox cases in Spain continue to rise, while their supply of vaccines is dwindling. Spain proposes "dose-sparing" to vaccinate more people with fewer doses.
West Virginia Board of Education has selected David Roach to become the next state superintendent of schools. He was previously a superintendent for multiple WV counties.
Indonesia has added Bali, the popular tourist destination, to its priority list for hand, foot and mouth disease as cases rise and livestock is forced to be slaughtered in the nation.
A new study about relationships published in the Journal of Consumer Psychology revealed why mundane spending secrets or hidden consumption behaviors may actually bring couples closer.
Fewer than 1 in 3 insured hepatitis C patients are getting treatment for the virus. This could be due to the fact that the medication, Epclusa, can cost tens of thousands of dollars.
Kim Jong Un came down with a serious illness that was likely COVID-19, according to the dictator's sister. North Korea recently declared "victory" over the virus.
The US Supreme Court is set to hear an affirmative action case against Harvard University that could see the elimination of a 40-year race-based admissions precedent.
Smokey Mountain National Park in Tennessee will require visitors to wear masks while inside park buildings. The mandate will apply to all visitors, regardless of vaccination status
A Texas judge ruled Wednesday that the Department of Public Safety can withhold records on its 91 officers' response to the mass shooting at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde.
A viral TikTok "health" trend has people taping their mouths shut at night — forcing breathing only through the nostrils. One doctor called it "the most dangerous trend I've seen in some time."
South Africa's Aspen Pharmacare plans on stopping the manufacturing of COVID vaccines due to a lack of orders. This will only add to Africa's already low vaccination rate.
Dr. Anthony Fauci lamented that Americans often value their liberty over forced masking policies, saying the issue was "inexplicable" during a talk Tuesday.
A new flu-like virus has been detected in China, and its name is Langya henipavirus (LayV). Here's what you need to know about the 35 confirmed infections.
Monkeypox continues to spread around the globe and become more of a cause for concern. Here is an update on how the virus is effecting different parts of the world.
Children under 10 living in London are being urged to get a polio vaccine booster as the virus is confirmed to be spreading in the capital for the first time since the 1980s.
India announced on Wednesday that the country will begin offering Biological E's COVID-19 vaccine Corbevax, which can be paired with both of the country's available vaccines.
Indiana tests scores have improved from last year, but, still trail pre-pandemic test results. Nearly one in five student's have not mastered foundational reading skills by 3rd grade.
Democratic Georgia gubernatorial candidate Stacey Abrams announced Wednesday that she has tested positive for COVID-19. She said she had tested negative on Tuesday.
Northeast State Community College has elected Jeff McCord to become the college's next president. Connie Marshall is the college's current interim president.
As back-to-school time approaches for students — or has already begun, in many areas — doctors share tips for parents and kids about overweight backpacks and the damage they can do.
The Food and Drug Administration updated its emergency authorization of the Jynneos monkeypox vaccine, a move it said would increase the number of available doses.
GOP Senate nominee Herschel Walker of Georgia says he’s “glad” that an anti-Trump group launched an ad that includes comments from his ex-wife describing him threatening to shoot her
The boyfriend of a woman who committed suicide along with her infant son says she had grown increasingly delusional ahead of the incident. The deaths were "very intentional."
Young Jerron Hoffman of Virginia is helping kids with cancer by holding a "Joy Jar" event in October — in honor of his mom, who died of cancer, and inspired by Jessie Rees, a cancer victim as well.
Michigan parents will be the deciding factor in the 2022 gubernatorial election and that jeopardizes Gov. Whitmer's chances due to her education failures.
The complaint filed in a federal court in Michigan challenges the Biden administration’s newly implemented hurdles on federal funding for charter schools.
The White House said President Joe Biden’s repeated coughing is a lingering effect of his previous COVID-19 diagnosis, and that he has tested negative since Saturday.
Pharmaceutical company Gilead Sciences Inc. has committed $5 million dollars to assist a coalition of LGBTQ+ advocacy groups in helping educate the LBGTQ+ community on monkeypox.
A study conducted by West Virginia University found that the state's population of transgender youth may have been severely under counted by previous research.
A recent study concluded that coronavirus lockdowns played a significant role in the increase of obesity in children, especially those living in poverty.
Sen. Rand Paul said Tuesday he is calling on President Biden and Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear to allow unused COVID-19 funding to go towards rebuilding disaster sites.
New York University Shanghai student, Brian Hall, fled Shanghai in order to avoid being locked down in another COVID lockdown, only to be trapped in Hainan.
Multnomah County jails shared the medical information belonging to 350 inmates. Names, birth dates, and photos as well as medical information was released.
BioNTech is expected to be making deliveries of two Omicron-adapted vaccines as soon as October, which will help generate demand for the fourth quarter.
The National Education Association promoted a book about teenagers kneeling for the National Anthem for teachers to use in classrooms with young adults.
Actor Ashton Kutcher disclosed a recent bout with an autoimmune condition that affected his hearing, vision and ability to walk. Here's more about vasculitis — and how it affects the blood vessels.
The Biden administration declared monkeypox a public health emergency in the United States last week, but who's at most risk and how is this virus spreading?
After someone tested positive in Macau's neighboring city, Zhuhai, Macau has gone back to daily COVID testing as China continues to implement its "zero-COVID" policy.
Police in Secaucus, New Jersey say they have arrested a hospital's marketing director after a "large cache" of weapons was found at the facility in an unlocked closet.
California dermatologist Yue Yu is accused of poisoning her husband, who has shared a video with investigators allegedly catching her in the act, police say.
Italy begins its vaccine campaign against monkeypox this week as the virus continues to spread around the globe. The vaccine being used is Jynneos (MVA-BN), a smallpox vaccine.
The FDA targets distillers for a second time over sanitizer made during the pandemic, despite issuing an apology for the audits and fines faced last year.
A Minnesota jury determined that pharmacist George Badeaux did not illegally discriminate against a woman by not filling her contraception prescription due to his beliefs.
Health officials said dozens of people who visited Tanganyika Wildlife Park in Goddard, Kansas, last year suffered gastrointestinal illnesses linked to the park's splash pad.
Australian cricket star batter Tahlia McGrath tested positive for COVID-19 before the gold medal match against India but still played in the match as England's protocols allowed it.
Transgender activist Eli Erlick faces ire from conservatives over an Instagram post detailing a plan to send hormone therapy prescriptions to other people across the country.
An Ohio State medical student collapsed and died during an annual cancer research bike ride. 27-year-old Mason Fisher made it to the 100-mile mark of his 102-mile ride.
A lightning strike survivor in Burlington County, N.J., recounted to Fox News Digital her experiences of being injured by a lightning strike — she was indoors at the time, she explained.
President Biden tested negative for COVID-19 for the second consecutive day on Sunday and will return to public engagement and travel, the White House announced.
Archie Battersbee, 12, died hours after he was taken off of life support at Royal London Hospital in London. The death happened after a judge decided against his parents' wishes.
Surrounding yourself with healthy indoor plants is a smart move — and on "Fox & Friends Weekend," one couple shared tips for some of the trendiest indoor plants to have at home right now.
Former President Donald Trump delivered fiery address to CPAC in Texas, basing Democrats for the rising crime rate and overall dysfunction emanating from Washington.
Democratic Sen. Elizabeth Warren dismissed claims from Republicans that coronavirus testing has been eased in order to ensure more Democrats can vote on the Inflation Reduction Act.
Rep. Burgess Owens and Sen. Tim Scott introduced legislation in the House and Senate to use unspent American Rescue Plan funds to combat COVID learning loss.
Elon Musk questioned President Biden's efforts to free WNBA player Brittney Griner from Russian jail while marijuana users remain imprisoned in the United States.
New York now joins five other states in providing access to a free online platform offering service tips and guidance to family members and friends providing unpaid care to loved ones at home.
Democrats want to institute drug price controls but that means we may be decades away from a cure for Alzheimer's disease and many other medical breakthroughs
Health care personnel conducted monkeypox screenings for children and staff members at a daycare center in Rantoul, Illinois, after an employee tested positive for the virus.
The Arizona Diamondbacks announced the death of Nicole Hazen, wife of general manager Mike Hazen. She died Thursday at age 45 after a long bout with cancer.
Minnesota Parent Alliance rallied at the state capitol Thursday, launching an effort to train school board members and support parents getting involved in their community.
British health officials have been monitoring the monkeypox outbreak in the country. They believe the virus has peaked and numbers will begin to decline.
New York City's public university system deleted an article celebrating a lawyer who worked on Johnny Depp's legal team after a flurry of complaints from students and faculty.
Spain has reported its first two deaths from acute hepatitis, or liver inflammation, among children. And of the 46 cases, three required liver transplants.
New York's top health official warned that the first case of the polio virus detected in Rockland County last month is being treated as the "tip of the iceberg."
Conservative Twitter users called it hypocritical that health officials and politicians won't stop large gatherings to prevent monkeypox, after doing so for COVID.
The Pan-Massachusetts Challenge is a charity bike ride across the Bay State that has raised $831 million for the fight against cancer since its founding in 1980.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends a variety of sexual activities that they claim will help prevent a spike in infections, including mutual masturbation.
Johns Hopkins associate professor and pain expert Dr. Paul Christo discusses the rise in U.S. fentanyl poisoning deaths and how those suffering from addiction can get help.
A worldwide update on the spread of coronavirus covering Asia-Pacific, Europe, the Americas, Middle East And Africa, medical developments and economic impact.
Two people died after they were struck by lightning outside the White House in Washington, D.C., this week. Here are tips for staying safe in storms when thunder and lightning are present.
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