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Federal Officials Renew the Vaccine and Autism Question: What Decades of Research Already Show

Parents are asking about vaccines and autism again after new federal statements. Here is what the research shows and what to ask a pediatrician.

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Health Secretary Endorses Measles Vaccination as US Cases Reach 2,371, the Highest Total Since 1991

RFK Jr. told parents to vaccinate children against measles as CDC confirms 2,371 cases in 2026, the most since 1991. Here is what the data show.

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Michigan Confirms First Two Deaths in Record Cyclospora Outbreak as CDC Tally Still Shows None

Michigan has reported the first two US deaths tied to the 2026 cyclosporiasis outbreak. Both people had underlying conditions. Here is what the current data show.

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US outbreak turns deadly: First two deaths linked to 'explosive diarrhoea'

Michigan health officials have confirmed the first two deaths linked to an illness the CDC says is “not usually life-threatening”, as the ongoing cyclospora outbreak spreads across 45 US states and nearly 7,000 laboratory-confirmed cases are reported nationwide.

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A Gut Infection Long Associated with Older Patients Rose 59 Percent Among Adults Aged 18 to 24

C. difficile emergency visits fell 30 percent overall from 2014 to 2024, but rose 59 percent among adults aged 18 to 24, a new study found.

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WHO Says the Congo Ebola Outbreak Is Now the Largest Ever Recorded in the Country as Confirmed Deaths Near 1,600

WHO says the Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak in DRC is the country's largest ever, with 3,605 confirmed cases and 1,587 deaths as of July 30.

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A Large Trial Found Air Purifiers Did Not Cut Infections in Care Homes, and Researchers Disagree About Why

A JAMA Internal Medicine trial found HEPA purifiers did not reduce care home infections. Experts say the devices may not have been running.

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FDA Presses Formula Makers to Vet Their Ingredient Suppliers After Contamination Reached Sealed Cans

FDA is pressing formula makers on supplier oversight after botulism and cereulide events. What the import alert system does for parents.

Medical Daily

Cyclospora Outbreak Expands to Nine States as CDC Tracks More Than 6,700 Confirmed Infections Nationwide

The lettuce-linked Cyclospora outbreak now spans nine states and 1,947 cases, while CDC tracks 6,707 confirmed infections nationwide.

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Heat Alerts Reach About 55 Million People as Records Fall from California to Montana

About 55 million people are under heat alerts as a Western heat dome sets records. What CDC data show about who dies in heat waves.

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Michigan Cyclosporiasis Outbreak Claims First Deaths as Cases Surge Past 11,000 in Growing Health Crisis

Michigan reports first deaths in the largest US cyclosporiasis outbreak, linked to contaminated lettuce. Health officials urge caution as cases rise nationwide, with legal actions mounting against Taco Bell and Taylor Farms.

International Business Times UK

The Stool Test Your Doctor Orders Now Decides Whether a Food Outbreak Ever Gets Traced, CDC Data Show

CDC data show that 78% of bacterial foodborne infections were found by rapid tests that often leave no sample for outbreak investigators.

Medical Daily

5 Simple Home Adjustments That Drastically Lower Fall Risks for Seniors

Every year, millions of older adults experience a fall, and many occur inside the home during everyday activities like walking to the bathroom, climbing stairs,...

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Michigan cyclosporiasis outbreak leaves 2 dead and more than 11,000 sick: What to know about the parasite, lettuce fears and the food safety concerns now emerging

Michigan cyclosporiasis outbreak: The recent cyclosporiasis outbreak in Michigan has resulted in its first two fatalities, sparking concern among health officials. Thousands of infections are connected to this intestinal disease, primarily associated with iceberg lettuce imported from Mexico. Both individuals who passed away had pre-existing health conditions, and investigations are…

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US cyclosporiasis outbreak kills two people in Michigan, officials say

US sees first fatalities due to intestinal illness, though both had significant underlying health conditions

The Independent UK

Measles is surging in US under RFK Jr.’s anti-vax leadership — just in time for a new school year

Doctors worry a return to school could spell disaster in states where cases are spreading. The virus can stay in the air for two hours after an infected person coughs or sneezes.

International Business Times

The Cyclospora Outbreak Has Sickened Thousands Across The U.S.; The First Deaths Have Now Been Reported

Michigan has reported the first two deaths linked to the ongoing cyclospora outbreak, adding to a foodborne illness investigation that has sickened thousands of people and prompted recalls of iceberg lettuce distributed to restaurants and grocery stores.

The Independent UK

Michigan reports first 2 US deaths in outbreak of cyclospora

State health officials say two people have died in the cyclospora outbreak in Michigan in the first confirmed deaths in the U.S. related to the microscopic parasite

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A Practical Guide to Heatstroke Risks Fathers Should Never Ignore in a Parked Car

A parked car can become a dangerous place for a child faster than many parents realize, turning an ordinary errand into an emergency. Fathers who understand the risks of vehicle heatstroke can take simple but powerful steps to keep children safe during hot weather.

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Why Suicide Risk Is Higher Among Older Adults—and How Families Can Help

If you or someone you know is having suicidal thoughts, call the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. Senior suicides lead all age groups throughout the...

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Hospitals Must Now Name Their Perinatal Quality Collaborative Under a Finalized Medicare Reporting Change

CMS finalized a rule requiring hospitals to name the perinatal quality collaborative they join, starting with FY 2028. What it means for families.

Medical Daily

Senator Says HHS Discussed Removing Vaccine and Autism Claims from the CDC Website Before Nominee Votes

Sen. Bill Cassidy said talks with HHS about removing vaccine-autism claims from the CDC website preceded his support for two health nominees.

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Measles Hospitalizations Fell This Year Even as Case Counts Hit a 35-Year High

The US has its most measles cases since 1991, but hospitalizations dropped from 243 to 151 and no deaths have been recorded in 2026.

Medical Daily

Washington Adds Seven Measles Cases in a Week, Bringing Its 2026 Total to Fifty-Three

Washington reported seven new measles cases in one week, raising its 2026 total to 53. Nationally, 45 jurisdictions have reported cases.

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Cyclospora Case Counts Will Keep Climbing for Weeks After the Illnesses Themselves Stop

CDC assumes a six-week lag between Cyclospora illness and reporting. The season ends August 31, but counts will keep arriving into autumn.

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