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The US has nearly 900 measles cases, and 10 states have active outbreaks. Here’s what to know.
Measles is caused by a highly contagious virus that’s airborne and spreads easily when an infected person breathes, sneezes ...
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WHO, AMMREN and GHS urge media to champion immunisation during African vaccination week
The World Health Organization (WHO), the African Media and Malaria Research Network (AMMREN), and the Ghana Health Service ...
Wydeven | Utah may be first state to ban fluoride in public water systems
A bill that was recently passed by both houses of Utah's state congress would put a full ban on fluoride in public water ...
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Costa Rica Bolsters Yellow Fever Defenses Amid Regional Surge
Costa Rica ramps up yellow fever defenses with 49,000 vaccine doses, digital certificates, and strict travel rules amid a ...
Measles outbreak can’t be ruled out in U.P.
As confirmed measles cases continue to rise in the southern U.S., Canada, and Lower Michigan, the percentage of local ...
Downstate Illinois reports 1st measles case of 2025; local physician stresses MMR vaccine
CHICAGO ( WGN) — The Illinois Department of Public Health confirmed that the state’s first case of measles in 2025 originated from downstate Marion. The IDPH reported 67 cases in Illinois last year.
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US kids' flu deaths top 200 as respiratory diseases decline further
Flu activity continues to ebb nationwide, with rates of influenza-like illness (ILI) dropping further last week, but ...
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Tips to protect your hearing over the long haul
Hearing is easily taken for granted. Many people do not experience hearing loss as children or young adults, which perhaps ...
Cesarean section births are rising in the U.S., raising concerns among medical experts: HealthLink
The World Health Organization estimates that cesarean section (C-section) deliveries will be used in nearly 30% of all births ...