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Virginia reports second measles case of year, officials trace possible exposure sites

The Virginia Department of Health has confirmed the state’s second case of measles reported so far this year, prompting an investigation into potential exposure sites and renewed public health guidance for residents. Health officials said the case involves a preschool-aged child who recently traveled internationally with family members, a factor that continues to play a significant role in measles transmission within the United States. According to the department, the child visite

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12 Jan 2026 15:14 PM 196 views

Virginia reports second measles case of year, officials trace possible exposure sites

The Virginia Department of Health has confirmed the state’s second case of measles reported so far this year, prompting an investigation into potential exposure sites and renewed public health guidance for residents. Health officials said the case involves a preschool-aged child who recently traveled internationally with family members, a factor that continues to play a significant role in measles transmission within the United States. According to the department, the child visite

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North Jersey child dies from flu as 2025–26 season shows early severity

New Jersey health officials have confirmed the first pediatric death linked to influenza during the 2025–26 flu season, underscoring growing concerns about an early and intense wave of respiratory illness across the state. The child, who was under the age of five and lived in northern New Jersey, died as a result of flu-related complications, according to a statement released by the New Jersey Department of Health. State officials reported that influenza activity this season has a

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09 Jan 2026 13:07 PM 203 views

North Jersey child dies from flu as 2025–26 season shows early severity

New Jersey health officials have confirmed the first pediatric death linked to influenza during the 2025–26 flu season, underscoring growing concerns about an early and intense wave of respiratory illness across the state. The child, who was under the age of five and lived in northern New Jersey, died as a result of flu-related complications, according to a statement released by the New Jersey Department of Health. State officials reported that influenza activity this season has a

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Norovirus cases surge early across Bay Area as wastewater data signals new variant

Norovirus infections are increasing earlier than expected this season across the United States, with particularly elevated activity being detected in parts of the Bay Area, according to recent wastewater monitoring data. Public health experts say the early rise is being driven in part by a new variant of the virus, leaving many people without prior exposure or immunity. Data collected from wastewater surveillance systems show especially high levels of norovirus in the South Bay, Red

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17 Dec 2025 13:38 PM 266 views

Norovirus cases surge early across Bay Area as wastewater data signals new variant

Norovirus infections are increasing earlier than expected this season across the United States, with particularly elevated activity being detected in parts of the Bay Area, according to recent wastewater monitoring data. Public health experts say the early rise is being driven in part by a new variant of the virus, leaving many people without prior exposure or immunity. Data collected from wastewater surveillance systems show especially high levels of norovirus in the South Bay, Red

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First U.S. human case of H5N5 bird flu confirmed in Washington state

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20 Nov 2025 02:19 AM 207 views

First U.S. human case of H5N5 bird flu confirmed in Washington state

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Health officials warn travelers as measles cases surge across North America

Health officials across North America are raising concerns over a growing surge in measles cases, urging travelers to remain cautious and ensure they are vaccinated. The warning follows multiple confirmed exposures at major U.S. airports, increasing fears of renewed transmission of the highly contagious disease that had been largely controlled for decades through widespread immunization. The latest alert comes after an individual infected with measles was present at Philadelphia Int

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12 Nov 2025 10:56 AM 287 views

Health officials warn travelers as measles cases surge across North America

Health officials across North America are raising concerns over a growing surge in measles cases, urging travelers to remain cautious and ensure they are vaccinated. The warning follows multiple confirmed exposures at major U.S. airports, increasing fears of renewed transmission of the highly contagious disease that had been largely controlled for decades through widespread immunization. The latest alert comes after an individual infected with measles was present at Philadelphia Int

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FDA links infant botulism outbreak to ByHeart baby formula recall

WASHINGTON — The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has announced a recall of certain lots of ByHeart Whole Nutrition Infant Formula following a multi-state investigation into a cluster of infant botulism cases. The outbreak, which spans ten states, has resulted in 13 hospitalizations since August, though no deaths have been reported. Federal health officials said the recall applies to two specific lots of ByHeart powdered formula with “use by” dates of December 1. The af

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10 Nov 2025 14:06 PM 214 views

FDA links infant botulism outbreak to ByHeart baby formula recall

WASHINGTON — The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has announced a recall of certain lots of ByHeart Whole Nutrition Infant Formula following a multi-state investigation into a cluster of infant botulism cases. The outbreak, which spans ten states, has resulted in 13 hospitalizations since August, though no deaths have been reported. Federal health officials said the recall applies to two specific lots of ByHeart powdered formula with “use by” dates of December 1. The af

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Mosquitoes in Frisco test positive for West Nile Virus; city begins overnight spraying

City officials in Frisco, Texas, have confirmed that two mosquito pools collected within city limits have tested positive for the West Nile Virus (WNV), prompting immediate action from local authorities to control the spread of infected mosquitoes. The discovery marks the twenty-first confirmed mosquito pool in Frisco this year, underscoring ongoing public health concerns across North Texas during mosquito season. No human infections linked to the virus have been reported in Frisco at this ti

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24 Oct 2025 17:16 PM 375 views

Mosquitoes in Frisco test positive for West Nile Virus; city begins overnight spraying

City officials in Frisco, Texas, have confirmed that two mosquito pools collected within city limits have tested positive for the West Nile Virus (WNV), prompting immediate action from local authorities to control the spread of infected mosquitoes. The discovery marks the twenty-first confirmed mosquito pool in Frisco this year, underscoring ongoing public health concerns across North Texas during mosquito season. No human infections linked to the virus have been reported in Frisco at this ti

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Illinois Resident Among Sick in US Salmonella Outbreak Linked to Home Delivery Meals

A salmonella outbreak across multiple states in the United States has been linked to certain packaged home delivery meals, prompting a nationwide health alert. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, one person in Illinois and more than a dozen others across the country were sickened after consuming meals distributed by Metabolic Meals. Sixteen confirmed cases, including seven hospitalizations, have been reported across ten states, though officials warned the actual numbe

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08 Sep 2025 10:39 AM 612 views

Illinois Resident Among Sick in US Salmonella Outbreak Linked to Home Delivery Meals

A salmonella outbreak across multiple states in the United States has been linked to certain packaged home delivery meals, prompting a nationwide health alert. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, one person in Illinois and more than a dozen others across the country were sickened after consuming meals distributed by Metabolic Meals. Sixteen confirmed cases, including seven hospitalizations, have been reported across ten states, though officials warned the actual numbe

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Dr. Ramakanta Panda Flags Rising Heart Issues in Young Indians After Shocking Deaths

Cardiac surgeon Dr. Ramakanta Panda has raised alarms over the increasing number of heart-related deaths among young Indians, following a series of sudden heart attacks in Hassan, Karnataka. On June 30, four men, aged between 50 and 63, tragically died of cardiac events, adding to the alarming number of heart-related deaths in the district, with 22 deaths reported over the past 40 days. The youngest victim was just 19 years old, which has sent shockwaves throu

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02 Jul 2025 06:09 AM 559 views

Dr. Ramakanta Panda Flags Rising Heart Issues in Young Indians After Shocking Deaths

Cardiac surgeon Dr. Ramakanta Panda has raised alarms over the increasing number of heart-related deaths among young Indians, following a series of sudden heart attacks in Hassan, Karnataka. On June 30, four men, aged between 50 and 63, tragically died of cardiac events, adding to the alarming number of heart-related deaths in the district, with 22 deaths reported over the past 40 days. The youngest victim was just 19 years old, which has sent shockwaves throu

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Texas Woman Dies from Brain-Eating Amoeba After Nasal Rinse

A 71-year-old woman from Texas has died after contracting a rare and almost always fatal brain infection caused by Naegleria fowleri, commonly known as a brain-eating amoeba. The woman reportedly used unboiled tap water from an RV water system to rinse her sinuses while staying at a campground. The infection, identified as primary amebic meningoencephalitis (PAM), is caused when the amoeba enters the body through the nasal passages and travels to the

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05 Jun 2025 07:28 AM 837 views

Texas Woman Dies from Brain-Eating Amoeba After Nasal Rinse

A 71-year-old woman from Texas has died after contracting a rare and almost always fatal brain infection caused by Naegleria fowleri, commonly known as a brain-eating amoeba. The woman reportedly used unboiled tap water from an RV water system to rinse her sinuses while staying at a campground. The infection, identified as primary amebic meningoencephalitis (PAM), is caused when the amoeba enters the body through the nasal passages and travels to the

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Virginia reports second measles case of year, officials trace possible exposure sites

Virginia reports second measles case of year, officials trace possible exposure sites

North Jersey child dies from flu as 2025–26 season shows early severity

North Jersey child dies from flu as 2025–26 season shows early severity

Norovirus cases surge early across Bay Area as wastewater data signals new variant

Norovirus cases surge early across Bay Area as wastewater data signals new variant

First U.S. human case of H5N5 bird flu confirmed in Washington state

First U.S. human case of H5N5 bird flu confirmed in Washington state

Health officials warn travelers as measles cases surge across North America

Health officials warn travelers as measles cases surge across North America

FDA links infant botulism outbreak to ByHeart baby formula recall

FDA links infant botulism outbreak to ByHeart baby formula recall

Mosquitoes in Frisco test positive for West Nile Virus; city begins overnight spraying

Mosquitoes in Frisco test positive for West Nile Virus; city begins overnight spraying

Illinois Resident Among Sick in US Salmonella Outbreak Linked to Home Delivery Meals

Illinois Resident Among Sick in US Salmonella Outbreak Linked to Home Delivery Meals

Dr. Ramakanta Panda Flags Rising Heart Issues in Young Indians After Shocking Deaths

Dr. Ramakanta Panda Flags Rising Heart Issues in Young Indians After Shocking Deaths

Texas Woman Dies from Brain-Eating Amoeba After Nasal Rinse

Texas Woman Dies from Brain-Eating Amoeba After Nasal Rinse

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