Health & Science

The new variant is called NB.1.8.1. It arrives as the United States’ official stance on COVID-19 vaccination is changing.

Normal pressure hydrocephalus, or NPH, is a disorder primarily impacting older adults. Here’s what you need to know.

While the overall rate of cancer deaths has fallen, a new study found that more people are dying of cancer caused by alcohol.

The FDA has been tasked with re-evaluating the safety of mifepristone after a flawed report claimed it has a high rate of serious complications.

Health officials are urging vigilance as reports of bird flu cases in humans appear to have stopped. Experts are wondering why.

Biotechnology company Regeneron Pharmaceuticals is buying 23andMe for $256 million. The genetic testing company had filed for bankruptcy protection.

The FDA has issued a long-awaited approval of Novavax’s COVID-19 vaccine but with unusual restrictions.

A San Diego researcher who studied dolphins in the U.S. Navy’s Marine Mammal Program for more than a decade is now harnessing her findings to try to help humans live longer and healthier lives. Dr. Stephanie Venn-Watson’s extensive research led to new findings about the importance of a fatty acid known as C15:0, which she has dubbed the longevity...

The Navy has cared for a sustained population of about a hundred bottlenose dolphins for more than 60 years, reports NBC 7’s Catherine Garcia.

Researchers at UC San Diego have developed a substance that can attract coral larvae, which could overcome an obstacle of reef restoration efforts.

The eight-floor structure will feature 188 inpatient beds, comprehensive mother-baby services and advanced technology, reports NBC 7’s Todd Strain.

The eight-floor structure will feature 188 inpatient beds, comprehensive mother-baby services and advanced technology.

California Live’s Amber Pfister visits South Coast Botanic Garden as they roll out the red carpet for visitors with stunning floral displays, picnic experiences, even live butterflies and extended hours. It’s a scenic, stress-free escape the whole family will love!

James Antaki has worked for over 30 years on a device to help infants with holes in their hearts and other defects. Now it’s all at risk.

A new U.S. government study provides the most complete picture yet of early-onset cancers, defined as cancer diagnosed before age 50.

The floating technology helps protect San Diego’s $ 14 billion natural resource, reports NBC 7’s Greg Bledsoe.

There’s something new floating in San Diego Bay. It’s barely noticeable, but it could be critical to the health of the bay.

Opvee is a nasal spray that reverses overdoses from fentanyl and other opioids that received FDA approval in 2023.

San Diego County Public Health Officials are investigating a salmonella outbreak linked to Aladdin Mediterranean Café in the Clairemont neighborhood of San Diego. County Public Health Officials identified 14 “confirmed and probable cases” associated with this outbreak between April 25 and 26. The current outbreak has affected people ages 18 to 79. Five people have been hospitalized, according to the…

County health officials identified 14 confirmed and probable cases at Aladdin Mediterranean Café. NBC 7’s Kelvin Henry reports.