Easier than a blood test, saliva tests have the potential to detect cavities, infections and even cancer. But a lack of ...

Alabama’s public health director said Thursday that public health officials were “doing everything possible to prepare” for ...

The U.S. officially eliminated measles in 2000 but is at risk of losing its status after substantial outbreaks last year and so far this year.

Bhattacharya replaces Jim O’Neill, who served simultaneously as acting CDC director and deputy secretary of the Health and Human Services Department. The New York Times was first to report the news.