The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared the Ebola outbreak in West Africa an international public health emergency.

It's been quite a year for new antibacterial medications. The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has just approved the third new medication in 2014 to treat certain skin infections.

People often associate foodborne illness with dairy and poultry, but even canned vegetables can pose a risk when prepared improperly.

As infections continue, the Ebola outbreak in West Africa is causing health experts around the globe increasing concern.

Cancer can seem unpredictable, but a new study suggests that simple tests may help predict when one type of cancer will come back.

The beach is not always fun in the sun — sometimes it can be unsafe. Health officials have warned the public about a dangerous bacteria found in the waters of Florida's beaches.

A handshake is one of the most common greetings used when meeting someone for the first time or saying hello to an old friend. But other greetings may transfer fewer disease-causing bacteria.

Opting for a vaccine that could possibly prevent cancer may seem simple on paper, but families across the nation have been slow to adopt one such vaccine.

Methods like medication and mosquito nets have long led the fight against malaria, but a new approach could be on the horizon.

Opting for fruit is usually a healthy option, but consumers across the country may be thinking twice about some produce this week. A nationwide recall of certain fruits has been issued.