The Latest Breaking News from Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

US measles cases set to surpass last year’s record high – and it’s only July

2025 was the worst year for measles in America in over three decades

The Independent UK · Jul 20

FDA says recall on Taylor Farms lettuce remains active despite ‘false positive’ on cyclospora outbreak - and denies apologizing to company

The FDA said a recall of iceberg lettuce from central Mexico still stood

The Independent UK · Jul 20

CDC nominee walks tightrope on vaccines, service under RFK Jr.

President Donald Trump’s pick to lead the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on Wednesday attempted to demonstrate that she can restore trust in the agency, during a Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee confirmation hearing. The issue of vaccines took center stage during the hearing for Erica Schwartz, who sought…

Roll Call · Jul 15

Parasite that causes ‘explosive diarrhea’ is spreading across the US

The main symptoms of infection include loss of appetite, weight loss, cramping, bloating, increased gas, nausea and fatigue

The Independent UK · Jun 30

Kids as young as six are being given weight-loss drugs as a way to curb obesity before it gets too late

About 21 percent of U.S. children between the ages of two and 19 have obesity, according to data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

The Independent UK · Jun 22

Why a medical eye exam is more than a vision test

Osvaldo Lopez, M.D., from Chicago Arbor Eye Institute, explains that a medical eye exam is not simply a way to find out whether someone needs new glasses. It is a structured look at how the eye is functioning, what may be changing, and whether symptoms are being caused by something…

inkl · Jun 19

How the 2026 Medicare Part D Out-of-Pocket Cap Changes Prescription Budgeting

A 2024 report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) showed that 9 in 10 older adults rely on prescription drugs to maintain...

Saving Advice · Jun 17

Peppery perfection: 17 delicious ways with watercress – from soups and salads to sorbet and cake

It’s so full of nutrients that it tops the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s list of powerhouse vegetables. But this superfood is also surprisingly versatile

The Guardian - UK · Jun 14

How cuts to CDC are dismantling its capacity to protect Americans’ health

Since the Trump administration took office in January 2025, the workforce at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has weathered uncertainty and change.

The Conversation · Jun 10

CDC Admits It Deliberately Delayed COVID-19 Vaccine Study Showing Reduced Hospitalizations

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is facing growing scrutiny after officials acknowledged the agency intentionally delayed the release of a study showing the effectiveness of the latest COVID-19 booster, a decision now fueling debate over transparency and public health messaging.

Latin Times · Jun 10