75 stories tagged #CDC

  1. Hantavirus Outbreak on Cruise Ship: WHO Says Risk Low, Investigation Ongoing
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    Hantavirus Outbreak on Cruise Ship: WHO Says Risk Low, Investigation Ongoing

    WHO confirms five hantavirus cases, three deaths on the MV Hondius. The Andes virus is identified; risk to the public remains low.

    3w ago 2 min read
  2. Princess Cruises Norovirus Outbreak Sickens Over 110
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    Princess Cruises Norovirus Outbreak Sickens Over 110

    Over 110 passengers and crew on a Caribbean Princess cruise fell ill with norovirus. The ship departs from Florida.

    3w ago 1 min read
  3. Mosquito Experts Reveal 5 Steps to Avoid Being Bitten
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    Mosquito Experts Reveal 5 Steps to Avoid Being Bitten

    Top entomologists share science-backed strategies to prevent mosquito bites without expensive systems.

    3w ago 2 min read
  4. Rising Rejection of Routine Vitamin K Shot Linked to Infant Deaths
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    Rising Rejection of Routine Vitamin K Shot Linked to Infant Deaths

    More parents are declining the vitamin K shot for newborns, leading to a rise in preventable deaths from bleeding disorders.

    last mo. 1 min read
  5. RFK Jr. Appeals Ruling to Keep Anti-Vaccine Panel in Place
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    RFK Jr. Appeals Ruling to Keep Anti-Vaccine Panel in Place

    Health Secretary appeals court decision dismantling his vaccine advisory committee amid internal drama and resignation.

    last mo. 1 min read
  6. Flesh-Eating Bacteria Surge: Climate Change Fuels Deadly Outbreak
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    Flesh-Eating Bacteria Surge: Climate Change Fuels Deadly Outbreak

    Deadly flesh-eating bacteria are on the rise due to climate change. Learn about the increasing risks and CDC prevention advice for Vibrio infections.

    last mo. 1 min read
  7. Rectal Cancer Deaths Surge in Young Adults: Study Reveals Alarming Trend
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    Rectal Cancer Deaths Surge in Young Adults: Study Reveals Alarming Trend

    A new study shows rectal cancer deaths rising two to three times faster than colon cancer in Americans aged 20-44, urging a reevaluation of current treatment and screening.

    last mo. 2 min read
  8. US Court Halts CDC Vaccine Panel Appointments Over Legal Concerns
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    US Court Halts CDC Vaccine Panel Appointments Over Legal Concerns

    A US court has blocked appointments to the CDC's vaccine advisory panel, citing conflicts with federal law and questioning member qualifications. The ruling impacts vaccine schedules and recommendations.

    last mo. 1 min read