A hiker in Tennessee died after being bitten by a timber rattlesnake in a park. While snake bites are common, fatalities are rare.

Editor’s Note: This incident highlights the dangers of outdoor activities like hiking, especially in areas where venomous snakes are present. It serves as a reminder for hikers to be cautious and aware of their surroundings.

A $45 treatment that can save starving children is at risk due to cuts in US aid, which have frozen its supply. This situation highlights the urgent need for continued support to prevent child malnutrition.

A draft report from the White House on children's health has been released, and it is less critical of the agriculture industry than some expected. The report does not impose strong restrictions on pesticide use, which has led to mixed reactions.

Trump's tariffs are expected to impact Ireland significantly, particularly affecting drug manufacturers who are known for their tax strategies. This could lead to increased costs and changes in the pharmaceutical landscape.

A draft report titled 'Make America Healthy Again' suggests that Robert F. Kennedy Jr. may not advocate for stricter pesticide regulations, which is seen as favorable for the food and agriculture sectors.

An experimental approach to treating chronic pain shows promising results, offering hope for better management of this challenging condition.

Phil Knight, the former CEO of Nike, and his wife have pledged $2 billion to the Oregon Health & Science University for cancer research. This donation marks the largest single gift to a higher-learning institution in the U.S.

The H.H.S. has reinstated a vaccine safety panel that was disbanded decades ago, responding to calls from anti-vaccine groups. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. recently addressed this issue at a White House event.

Sudan is experiencing its worst cholera outbreak in years, according to a medical charity. The situation is critical as the disease spreads rapidly, affecting thousands.