Fox News Anchor John Roberts Hospitalized With Severe Malaria

Fox News co-anchor John Roberts is currently off the air after being diagnosed with a severe case of malaria, a rare disease in the U.S. typically linked to international travel. Roberts, 68, revealed his diagnosis on social media, noting that he is the only patient with malaria at the hospital and that one of his doctors had never seen a case before. The illness, caused by a parasite transmitted through mosquito bites, produces flu-like symptoms and can be fatal if not treated promptly. Roberts had recently vacationed in Indonesia, which may be linked to his infection. In his absence, fellow Fox News anchor Trace Gallagher has been filling in for him alongside co-host Sandra Smith. Malaria cases in the U.S. are uncommon, with about 2,000 reported annually, mostly from travelers, but rising temperatures could increase mosquito habitats and potential transmission.