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At least 216 children died in first high-severity US flu season in seven years, CDC says

Number of child deaths is highest in 15 years and cumulative hospitalization rate is highest since 2010-2011

The Guardian - US · May 8, 2025

25 Children Dead Because of the Flu in New York, Highest Pediatric Fatality on Record

New York reported 25 pediatric deaths related to the latest flu season, the highest on record for the state.

International Business Times · May 8, 2025

As Sweden regulates nicotine products, US pulls back - Roll Call

Changes to the U.S. regulatory landscape could dampen the ability to authorize new products AND enforce existing regulations.

Roll Call · May 8, 2025

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FDA names a new vaccine chief. He is a vocal critic of the agency

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The Independent UK · May 7, 2025

Trump Shuts Down CDC Infection Control Committee: Report

The Trump administration has shut down the HICPAC, a critical federal advisory committee that provides guidance to healthcare facilities on how they can prevent infections from spreading.

International Business Times · May 7, 2025

Fewer than half of Americans trust the FDA and CDC to do their job, poll finds

Low levels of trust in federal scientific agencies have been shaped by politics

The Independent UK · May 6, 2025

Worried dentists are preparing patients for RFK Jr’s fluoride tap water ban

Dentists are preparing for a potential surge in cavities and other dental issues in vulnerable populations

The Independent UK · May 6, 2025

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New salmonella outbreak is linked to backyard poultry, CDC says

Health officials say at least seven people in six states have been affected in a new salmonella outbreak linked to backyard poultry

The Independent UK · May 5, 2025

Cruise ship passengers warned of latest norovirus threat after outbreaks

Norovirus is the most common ailment tracked on ships

The Independent UK · May 5, 2025

Teachers and librarians are among those least likely to die by suicide − public health researchers offer insights on what this means for other professions

Where you work affects your risk of dying by suicide. For example, loggers, musicians and workers in the oil and gas industries have much higher rates of suicide than the rest of the population.

The Conversation · May 5, 2025

Cuts have eliminated more than a dozen US government health-tracking programs

More than a dozen data-gathering programs that track deaths and disease appear to have been eliminated in the tornado of layoffs and proposed budget cuts in the Trump administration’s first 100 days

The Independent UK · May 4, 2025

Why is measles spreading in Canada, Mexico and the US?

The northern Americas are at “high” risk of measles compared with a “moderate” risk globally, according to the WHO.

Al Jazeera · May 3, 2025

World may be ‘post-herd immunity’ to measles, top US scientist says

As infections pummel communities in the US, Mexico and Canada, fear of ‘the most contagious human disease’ grows

The Guardian - US · May 3, 2025

CDC reports 216 child deaths this flu season, the most in 15 years

More U.S. children have died this flu season than at any time since the swine flu pandemic 15 years ago

The Independent UK · May 2, 2025

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International Business Times UK · May 1, 2025

New Virus Spreads: Pandemic 2025 Feared As H5N1 Recorded In 50 States: What You Should Know

The H5N1 avian flu has swept US dairy farms, with 70 human cases fueling pandemic fears. Learn how to protect yourself today!

International Business Times · May 1, 2025

H5N1 Bird Flu Threat: Experts Sound Alarm Over Potential Pandemic As Infections Spread To All 50 US States

Virologists are sounding the alarm on a potential bird flu pandemic in the United States that has already affected at least 70 people – the infections are present in all 50 states and one death has been linked to the H5N1 outbreak.

Salon · Apr 30, 2025

Bird flu isn't as silent as we think

It's been months since a major update in H5N1 news, but that doesn't mean the virus has disappeared

The Guardian - US · Apr 30, 2025

Florida to become second state to ban fluoride in water, alarming experts

Following Utah, Florida passes DeSantis-backed bill to block flouride use, ignoring CDC guidance on child health risks

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LiveScience · Apr 30, 2025

Diagnostic dilemma: A rash 'migrated' across a man's body from his anus

A man being treated with corticosteroids developed a rare complication of an infection.

The Guardian - US · Apr 29, 2025

The uniting theme of Trump’s presidency? Ineptitude

From deportations to human rights to the economy, the president’s actions have resulted in mayhem. Here’s a sampling

The Conversation · Apr 29, 2025

Whooping cough is making a comeback, but the vaccine provides powerful protection

Whooping cough, a bacterial infection that can be especially dangerous for babies and young children, is on the rise. Already in 2025 the U.S. has recorded 8,485 cases. That’s compared with 4,266 cases during the same period in 2024.

Roll Call · Apr 29, 2025

Greater share of US losing faith in health guidance, poll says - Roll Call

Both parties say they’d like the CDC to prioritize preventing chronic disease and protecting against new viruses with pandemic potential.

The Independent UK · Apr 29, 2025

New ‘dominant’ strain of norovirus sparking outbreaks on cruise ships

Twelve outbreaks of the gastrointestinal illness have been confirmed on ships so far this year

The Independent UK · Apr 25, 2025

Health and Human Services denies it will create autism registry

A ‘real-world data platform will link existing datasets to support research into causes of autism and insights into improved treatment strategies,’ one HHS official told The Independent

LiveScience · Apr 25, 2025

'We're already on the precipice of disaster': Deadly measles outbreaks could explode across the US in the next 25 years if vaccinations fall, model predicts

Researchers modeled how measles might spread in the U.S. in the coming decades, showing that more than 50 million cases could occur if current vaccination rates fell by half.

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