Category: 6. Health

January 9, 2026

Today, a…

Respiratory virus activity across the United States has climbed to high levels, driven by increases in influenza and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) activity, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC’s) weekly 

Anorexia nervosa (or AN) doesn’t just result in fat loss. It can also result in a 20-30% loss of skeletal muscle strength and size, which is critical to longevity and the ability to do basic activities like grocery shopping or picking up…

If you’ve been sick with a nasty respiratory virus in the past few weeks, or know someone who is, you’re not alone. In the last week of 2025, Kansas City saw its fourth-highest weekly total influenza…

Introduction

Background

The prevalence of obesity has more than doubled since 1990, contributing to a rise in chronic diseases associated with higher body weight, including type 2 diabetes (T2D) and cardiovascular diseases []. Consequently, the…

Measles Report

As of January 6, 2026, there have been 3 confirmed cases of measles in Buncombe County. Currently, there are no cases of measles in the City of Asheville. For the most up-to-date information, visit the Buncombe County Health and…