101 stories tagged #CDC

  1. Second U.S. Citizen Infected in Congo's Fastest-Growing Ebola Outbreak
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    Second U.S. Citizen Infected in Congo's Fastest-Growing Ebola Outbreak

    A second American aid worker in the Democratic Republic of Congo has tested positive for Bundibugyo Ebola virus, a rare strain with no approved vaccines.

    8h ago 1 min read
  2. Cyclospora Outbreak: Restaurants Pull Produce as Cases Surge
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    Cyclospora Outbreak: Restaurants Pull Produce as Cases Surge

    A major cyclospora outbreak is forcing some US restaurants to remove fresh produce. Health officials report over 840 confirmed cases, with thousands suspected nationwide.

    2d ago 1 min read
  3. Detroit Mom's Cyclosporiasis Ordeal Highlights Lingering Parasitic Infection Spike
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    Detroit Mom's Cyclosporiasis Ordeal Highlights Lingering Parasitic Infection Spike

    A Detroit mother describes the persistent symptoms of cyclosporiasis, a parasitic infection now spiking nationally, after a sudden illness left her unable to eat for weeks.

    4d ago 1 min read
  4. Massive Cyclosporiasis Outbreak Hospitalizes 20, Over 1,000 Cases Reported Nationally
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    Massive Cyclosporiasis Outbreak Hospitalizes 20, Over 1,000 Cases Reported Nationally

    Federal agencies investigate a major parasitic outbreak causing severe gastrointestinal illness, with Michigan recording the state's largest-ever cluster of infections.

    4d ago 1 min read
  5. New Study Reveals Surprisingly High Risk of Tick-Borne Meat Allergy
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    New Study Reveals Surprisingly High Risk of Tick-Borne Meat Allergy

    A CDC report finds up to 30% of people in some US regions have antibodies for alpha-gal syndrome, a red meat allergy triggered by tick bites.

    6d ago 1 min read
  6. America’s Sizzling 250th: How Extreme Heat Turns Celebrations Deadly
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    America’s Sizzling 250th: How Extreme Heat Turns Celebrations Deadly

    As record-breaking heat indexes up to 115 degrees envelop the July 4th celebrations, meteorologists warn of unique and lethal risks from prolonged exposure and medication interactions.

    last wk. 2 min read
  7. CDC Warns of Cyclosporiasis Surge as US Cases Rise
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    CDC Warns of Cyclosporiasis Surge as US Cases Rise

    The CDC is tracking a rising number of cyclosporiasis cases in the US, with 145 domestic infections reported. No single source has been identified.

    last wk. 1 min read
  8. US Life Expectancy Hits New Record High in 2025
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    US Life Expectancy Hits New Record High in 2025

    Provisional CDC data shows the U.S. death rate fell to a record low in 2025, with life expectancy reaching a new high, driven by declines across all demographics.

    last wk. 1 min read