NC teen critically ill with amoeba found in warm, fresh water - WRAL

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services said a teen from central North Carolina has an infection caused by Naegleria fowleri, a microscopic organism that can damage the brain.

Largest ever ‘map’ of autism may hold clues for new targeted therapies - CNN

Scientists are getting a step closer to understanding exactly how autism develops in the brain – and what might work to treat it.

Popular weight-loss strategy shows surprising potential for chronic pain relief - Fox News

A study reveals that intermittent fasting reshapes the gut microbiome to strengthen the intestinal lining and block inflammatory compounds from the brain.

RFK Jr. spews anti-vaccine rubbish as newborn revealed to have died from measles - Ars Technica

Kennedy and his allies have a history of downplaying vaccine-preventable deaths.

GLP-1s may have a host of other health benefits. Just ask these people - USA Today

Here is what scientists currently know about GLP-1s, and where hype may be getting ahead of the evidence.

Scientists Put Three Weight-Loss Diets Head to Head. Only One Changed The Liver. - ScienceAlert

There are numerous kinds of diets that can help you to lose weight if you're overweight or obese, and if all you want to do is shed some pounds, you have options.

Rabid skunk, bats found in the Upstate; numerous pets exposed - WYFF

Several animals recently found across the Upstate have been confirmed to have rabies by state health officials.

The Caribbean’s First Virtually Mosquito-free Resort Is on This Stunning Island - Travel + Leisure

Oil Nut Bay in the British Virgin Islands reduced two invasive mosquito populations by up to 98 percent using a targeted, nature-based approach.

A Cardiologist’s No. 1 Rule for Healthy Eating Is Avoiding This Food: ‘I Don’t Touch It’ - TODAY.com

Cardiologist has one diet rule when it comes to preventing heart disease. He avoids eating high-starch white food such as sugar, salt and white flour.

Sleep score court is in session - The Verge

In the wellness justice system, sleep tracking-based offenses are considered especially heinous.

Newborns to be tested for rare condition in trial - BBC

The University of Oxford led study for SMA comes after a campaign by former Little Mix's Jesy Nelson.

One Surprising 20-Minute Fix Can Boost Your Memory in Cases of Extreme Sleep Deprivation - ScienceAlert

You already know the feeling: You've had maybe four hours of sleep, you've got a full day ahead of you, and coffee is only going to get you so far.

Oncologists Share The Signs Of Cancer People Often Miss - HuffPost

Plus, what to do to lower your cancer risk.