A little-known virus that causes nasty flu-like symptoms is spreading in California — and it doesn’t have a vaccine. Cases of human metapneumovirus (HMPV) have been steadily rising since winter began, ...

Opening statements were heard this week in the trial of a Western Massachusetts couple accused of negligence in the death of their infant son. Matthew Tucker and Cassandra Barlow-Tucker, of Adams, ...

Two weeks after scientists confirmed the first-ever outbreak of avian influenza, or bird flu, in elephant seals along the ...

A new study found that nasal cells act as a first line of defense against the common cold, working together to block ...

The virus can cause respiratory illness in people of all ages, especially young children, older adults and the immunocompromised.

Flu season might be winding down — but don’t stash the tissues just yet. A little-known respiratory virus with no vaccine or ...

An unusually warm winter is bringing signs of spring weeks earlier than normal, with trees already beginning to bloom in many areas. While the early start is triggering ...

A freak weather phenomenon is set to hit Britain this weekend, with Brits urged to keep windows and doors closed ...

Scientists are tracking unseasonably large sargassum mats in the Atlantic. Where it will land, if at all, depends on winds ...

England is seeing a bit of a surge in temperatures this week, with it forecast to hit 18C in some places on Wednesday. It’s ...

From purring to the zoomies, almost all of your cat's quirky behaviors have logical explanations.

Doctors say thunderstorms can trigger something dangerous for people with asthma. It’s called "thunderstorm asthma." ...