Public Health

Neighbors reported difficulty breathing, headaches and lingering odors in the aftermath of the massive blaze.

The news comes soon after three cases of measles were reported in New Jersey, and while Texas is dealing with an outbreak involving dozens.

Nearly 100 domestic cats have been infected with bird flu since 2022 across the country, according to the USDA's latest figures.

In a recording obtained by WHYY, a Camden County official said it was “by the grace of God” neighboring sewage treatment operations were spared.

Measles is caused by a highly contagious virus that’s airborne. It is preventable through vaccines, and has been considered eliminated from the U.S. since 2000.

Residents are meeting with company representatives on Thursday night.

Health departments are urging people not to walk their dogs in areas with large numbers of geese.

A program matches unrepresented patients with volunteers who can make care decisions for them during health care crises.

Veterinary expert Dr. Stephen Cole discusses the risks of bird flu in cats and how pet owners can prevent exposure.

As emergency rooms see more patients with respiratory complications, hospitals are being asked to test for possible bird flu in humans.

Measles can spread incredibly fast — it's one of the world's most contagious diseases, more than flu, polio, COVID, or just about any other infectious disease.

Egg prices are high and the culprit is H5N1 bird flu. Millions of birds have died from the virus itself or in attempts to control the spread. Is an H5N1 pandemic coming?

Anti-fluoridation activists gain powerful allies in Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and a court win against the EPA, to the dismay of public health leaders.

A report from Children First reveals key factors for childhood success in Montgomery County have not improved over the past 10 years.

An analysis by Drexel researchers found the highest-risk cities had higher rates of poverty, a higher percent of Black residents and more old homes.