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- 1Congo's Ebola outbreak tops 8,000 confirmed cases▼Congo's Ebola outbreak tops 8,000 confirmed cases as disease remains out of control
The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has surpassed 8,000 confirmed cases, and health officials say the disease remains out of control. The milestone underscores the difficulty of containing the epidemic, which has persisted despite vaccination and treatment efforts, amid challenges including insecurity in affected areas and community resistance to response teams.
- 2Congo Ebola Outbreak Surpasses 8,000 Cases, Straining Basic Health Care▼Ebola Is Hollowing Out Basic Health Care as Congo’s Outbreak Surpasses 8,000 Cases
The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has passed 8,000 cases, and health officials warn the epidemic is damaging ordinary medical services. With staff and resources diverted to containment, routine care such as vaccinations, maternal health and treatment of common diseases is being disrupted, raising fears of wider indirect deaths beyond the outbreak itself.
- 3Ebola cases in DR Congo surpass 8,000, straining basic healthcare▼Ebola is hollowing out basic healthcare as Congo’s outbreak surpasses 8,000 cases
The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has surpassed 8,000 cases, and health officials warn the epidemic is hollowing out the country's basic healthcare services. Resources and staff are being pulled toward the Ebola response, leaving routine care disrupted. The milestone is drawing fresh international attention to the scale and duration of the crisis in the region.
- 4DRC politician beaten to death after Ebola radio appearance▼DRC politician beaten to death after radio appearance about Ebola outbreak
A politician in the Democratic Republic of Congo was beaten to death after appearing on a radio programme about the country's Ebola outbreak, the Guardian reports. The killing highlights the dangers facing officials and health workers responding to the epidemic in a region where mistrust of the response effort has fuelled violence.
- 5Florida counties declare emergency over dengue fever outbreak▼Dengue fever outbreak prompts Florida counties to declare state of emergency
Several Florida counties have declared a state of emergency following an outbreak of dengue fever, a mosquito-borne illness that can cause severe flu-like symptoms. The declarations allow local officials to accelerate mosquito control measures and public health responses. Health authorities are urging residents to use repellent and remove standing water as cases continue to be confirmed.
- 6Pennsylvania measles cases surpass 900 as outbreak grows▼Pennsylvania measles cases cross 900 as outbreak grows
Measles cases in Pennsylvania have climbed past 900, health officials reported, as the outbreak continues to spread. Reuters carried the figures, which mark a significant escalation in one of the state's largest measles outbreaks in recent years. Health authorities are urging vaccination and monitoring further spread.
- 7Pennsylvania measles outbreak tops 900 cases, worst in 30 years▼Pennsylvania tops 900 measles cases, as its largest outbreak in 30 years spreads
Pennsylvania has surpassed 900 confirmed measles cases in what is now the state's largest outbreak in three decades, and health officials say the spread is continuing. The scale of the outbreak has drawn national attention, renewing debate about vaccination rates and public health readiness as cases climb across the state.
- 8Florida declares state of emergency over unusual disease outbreak▼Florida officials warn of ‘wildly unusual’ disease outbreak, declare state of emergency
Florida health officials have declared a state of emergency in response to what they describe as a 'wildly unusual' disease outbreak in the state. The emergency declaration allows authorities to mobilise additional resources to investigate and contain the spread. Details about the illness, the number of cases and the areas most affected have not been laid out in the reporting available so far.
- 9Congo Ebola outbreak passes 8,000 confirmed cases▼Congo’s Ebola outbreak tops 8,000 confirmed cases as disease remains out of control
The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has surpassed 8,000 confirmed cases, and health officials say the disease remains out of control. The milestone is being widely reported across international outlets, underscoring the difficulty of containing the epidemic despite vaccination campaigns and treatment efforts in the affected region.
- 10CDC confirms E coli outbreak linked to raw milk cheese▼CDC confirms multistate outbreak of E coli linked to raw milk cheese
The CDC has confirmed a multistate outbreak of E coli infections linked to raw milk cheese. Health officials are investigating the source and working to identify affected products and prevent further illnesses. Raw milk cheeses, made from unpasteurized milk, carry a known risk of bacterial contamination, and outbreaks tied to them periodically prompt public health warnings and recalls across the United States.
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A measles outbreak in Pennsylvania has surpassed 900 confirmed cases, making it one of the largest US outbreaks in recent years. Health officials are urging vaccination as the count continues to rise, and the milestone figure is drawing widespread attention to the state's public health response and the ongoing national debate over vaccine uptake.
- 12Congo Ebola outbreak tops 8,000 cases amid staff shortages▼Congo Ebola outbreak tops 8,000 cases as health worker shortages worsen
Health officials report that the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has surpassed 8,000 cases, with shortages of health workers compounding the response effort. The milestone underlines the scale of the epidemic and the strain on medical staff and resources in affected areas. Observers warn that staffing gaps could slow containment, contact tracing and treatment, making it harder to bring the outbreak under control in the coming weeks.
- 13Pennsylvania measles outbreak surges with 55 new cases in two days●Pennsylvania's measles outbreak: 55 new cases reported in 2 days
Health officials in Pennsylvania are reporting a rapid escalation of a measles outbreak, with 55 new cases confirmed in just two days. The outbreak has already been described as deadly, and the sharp two-day increase is raising concerns about further spread and the state's vaccination coverage.
- 14Hepatitis A Outbreak Linked to Recalled Clams▼Multistate Hepatitis A Outbreak Linked to Recalled Clams
Health officials are investigating a multistate Hepatitis A outbreak connected to clams that have now been recalled. The contamination has prompted the product recall and raised concerns about seafood safety, with warnings issued to consumers who may have purchased the affected clams.
- 15Sierra Nevada Raw Milk Cheese Linked to E. Coli Outbreak▼Sierra Nevada Raw Milk Cheese Linked to Multistate E. Coli Outbreak
Health investigators have linked Sierra Nevada raw milk cheese to a multistate E. coli outbreak, prompting renewed scrutiny of the product and raw dairy safety. The connection raises concerns about how many people may have been sickened across affected states and whether a recall or broader warning will follow as officials continue tracing the source.
- 16Pennsylvania measles outbreak tops 900 cases●Pennsylvania surpasses 900 measles cases with 13 new confirmed infections: Officials
Pennsylvania health officials have confirmed 13 new measles infections, pushing the state's outbreak total past 900 cases. The continued rise in infections has drawn attention as public health authorities work to contain the spread and encourage vaccination, with the outbreak now among the larger measles resurgences recorded in the United States in recent years.
- 17FDA investigates E. coli outbreak linked to raw milk cheese▼FDA investigates E. coli outbreak tied to raw milk cheese recall
The FDA is investigating an E. coli outbreak connected to raw milk cheese, which has prompted a recall of affected products. Health officials are working to trace the source of the contamination and warn consumers against eating the recalled cheese. Raw milk products carry higher risk of bacterial contamination because they are not pasteurized.
- 18Blood pressure medication recalled nationwide under FDA Class II risk level▼Blood pressure medication recalled nationwide under FDA’s Class II risk level
A blood pressure medication is being recalled across the United States after the FDA classified the action as a Class II risk, a level used when use of the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences. The company involved, the specific product name, and the reason for the recall have not yet been disclosed. Patients taking blood pressure medication are advised to watch for official updates from their pharmacist or the FDA before making any changes.
- 19Listeria and E. coli Outbreaks Sicken 65, Food Source Unknown▼Two New Listeria and E. coli O157:H7 Outbreaks Sicken 65 as Federal Investigators Search for Unknown Food Source
Federal investigators in the United States are working to identify the food source behind two new outbreaks of Listeria and E. coli O157:H7 that have sickened 65 people. The bacteria can cause severe illness, and health officials are tracing cases to pinpoint the contaminated product. The outbreak has drawn attention as consumers await warnings about which foods may be affected.
- 20PAHO annual report cites health gains across the Americas▼PAHO Director’s Annual Report highlights health gains across the Americas despite growing challenges
The Director of the Pan American Health Organization presented her Annual Report, highlighting health gains achieved across the Americas even as the region faces growing challenges. The report points to progress in public health outcomes while acknowledging persistent pressures on health systems, and it is drawing attention among regional health officials and media covering developments in the hemisphere.
- 21E. coli outbreak linked to raw milk cheese reaches Georgia▼Georgia among states affected by E. coli outbreak linked to raw milk cheese
Health officials are investigating an E. coli outbreak connected to raw milk cheese that has affected multiple states, including Georgia. Reports from Atlanta-area news outlets confirm that cases linked to the contaminated cheese have been identified in the state. Consumers are being warned to check for affected products as the investigation continues across the country.
- 22Six babies born with measles in Pennsylvania, doctors say●Doctors in Pennsylvania estimate at least six babies have been born with measles
Doctors in Pennsylvania report that at least six infants have been born with measles, an unusually high number that points to gaps in adult immunity. Babies cannot receive the measles vaccine until around 12 months of age, leaving newborns reliant on herd immunity and maternal antibodies. Health officials are expected to urge adults, especially those planning families, to check their vaccination status as the outbreak draws national concern.
- 23Food safety emerges as midterm election issue after parasite outbreak▼Food safety is becoming a midterm election issue after a record parasite outbreak
Food safety is moving onto the midterm election agenda following a record outbreak of a foodborne parasite in the United States. The outbreak has drawn attention to inspection and regulatory oversight, and candidates and voters are now weighing how officials have handled food safety, turning a public health incident into a campaign issue.
- 24Delaware reports first measles cases in more than a decade▼Delaware measles outbreak: First positive measles cases in more than a decade
Delaware has confirmed its first positive measles cases in more than a decade, marking the state's first outbreak since the disease was largely kept at bay through vaccination. Health officials are expected to trace contacts and urge residents to check their immunisation status as the highly contagious virus reappears amid ongoing measles concerns in other US states.
- 25Raw milk cheese from California linked to E. coli case in Georgia▼Georgian sickened in E. coli outbreak connected with California company's raw milk cheese
Health officials have connected an E. coli illness in a Georgia resident to raw milk cheese produced by a California company. The case is part of an ongoing outbreak investigation, and consumers are being advised to check whether products they bought are affected. Officials continue to trace distribution and urge anyone with symptoms to seek medical care.
- 26Canada extends temporary border measures over Ebola outbreak▼Government of Canada extends temporary border measures in response to Ebola disease outbreak
The Government of Canada has extended temporary border measures introduced in response to the ongoing Ebola disease outbreak. The measures, first brought in to limit the spread of the virus, will remain in place as health authorities continue monitoring the situation. The announcement was published on the official Canada.ca government website.
- 27Florida Counties Declare Emergency Over Unusual Dengue Outbreak▼A 'Wildly Unusual' Outbreak of Dengue is Hitting Florida Hard As Several Counties Declare State of Emergency
Several Florida counties have declared states of emergency as the state faces what health officials describe as a wildly unusual outbreak of dengue fever. The mosquito-borne illness, typically rare in the continental United States, is hitting Florida hard, prompting local emergency measures and raising concerns about the spread of tropical diseases further north.
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A nationwide recall of raw milk cheese has been issued after an E. coli outbreak sickened 13 people. Health officials linked the illnesses to the unpasteurized cheese, prompting retailers to pull it from shelves while consumers are warned not to eat it. The recall has renewed attention on the risks of raw dairy products.
- 29Sierra Nevada raw milk cheese recalled over E. coli outbreak▼Recall alert: Sierra Nevada raw milk cheese linked to E. coli outbreak
Sierra Nevada has issued a recall of its raw milk cheese after health officials linked the product to an E. coli outbreak. Consumers are being warned not to eat the cheese and to check for affected batches. The recall alert is being broadcast by news outlets across the Seattle area and beyond as officials work to trace the scope of the contamination and any illnesses tied to it.
- 30North Carolina officials confront broken involuntary commitment system▼‘The story is always the same’: NC officials confront broken involuntary commitment system
North Carolina officials and health leaders are speaking out about failures in the state's involuntary commitment process, the legal mechanism for compelling people in mental health crisis into evaluation or treatment. According to North Carolina Health News, officials describe repeated, familiar breakdowns in how the system handles people in crisis, with one saying 'the story is always the same.' The reporting has prompted renewed calls to fix a process many say leaves patients and families without timely help.
- 31Raw milk cheeses linked to E. coli outbreak in San Diego County▼Raw milk cheeses linked in E.Coli outbreak in San Diego County
Health officials in San Diego County have linked raw milk cheeses to an E. coli outbreak. County authorities are investigating cases connected to the unpasteurized cheese products and are expected to release further guidance for consumers. Coverage is drawing attention to the ongoing food safety risks associated with raw dairy products.
- 32Pennsylvania Measles Outbreak Nears 900 Cases▼Pennsylvania Measles Outbreak Grows to Nearly 900 Cases
A measles outbreak in Pennsylvania has grown to nearly 900 confirmed cases, according to a report by The New York Times. The rising case count marks one of the largest measles outbreaks in the United States in recent years, drawing attention to vaccination coverage and public health response efforts as officials work to contain the spread.
- 33Lawmakers and advocates mark Veterans Suicide Prevention and Awareness Month▼Lawmakers, veteran advocates, military families mark Veterans Suicide Prevention and Awareness Month
Lawmakers, veteran advocates and military families are marking Veterans Suicide Prevention and Awareness Month, drawing attention to the ongoing crisis of suicide among US veterans. Events and statements highlight the need for continued mental health support, prevention programs and awareness of the resources available to former service members and their families.
- 34Pennsylvania Measles Outbreak Nears 900 Cases▼Pennsylvania Measles Outbreak Reaches Nearly 900 Cases
A measles outbreak in Pennsylvania has grown to nearly 900 cases, making it one of the largest US outbreaks in recent years. Health officials are urging vaccination as the highly contagious virus continues to spread, with concerns mounting about unvaccinated communities and further transmission across state lines.
- 35Worst US measles outbreak since 1991 accelerates, Pennsylvania hardest hit●With Pennsylvania hardest hit, worst US measles outbreak since 1991 accelerates
The United States is experiencing its worst measles outbreak since 1991, with Pennsylvania recording the highest number of cases as the outbreak accelerates. Health officials are urging vaccination as the highly contagious virus continues to spread, and observers are raising concerns about falling immunisation rates and the public health response.
- 36E. coli outbreak linked to raw cheese prompts recalls▼E. coli outbreak linked to raw cheese. See recalled products
An E. coli outbreak in the United States has been linked to raw milk cheese, and health authorities are recalling affected products. Consumers are being urged to check the recalled product list and avoid eating cheese identified as connected to the outbreak. The news comes as officials work to trace contaminated batches and confirm how many people have fallen ill.
- 37Flea-borne typhus outbreak investigated in Los Angeles neighborhood●Flea-borne typhus outbreak under investigation in Wilshire Center
Health officials are investigating a flea-borne typhus outbreak in the Wilshire Center neighborhood of Los Angeles. The bacterial illness, spread to people through infected fleas often carried by rats, cats and opossums, can cause fever, headache and rash. The report has drawn significant attention from residents concerned about rodent populations and sanitation in the area.
- 38Army leaders wary of 'data fatigue' as fitness system rolls out▼Army leaders wary of ‘data fatigue’ as fitness management system rolls out
US Army leaders are voicing concern about 'data fatigue' as the service rolls out its new fitness management system. Officials worry soldiers and commanders could be overwhelmed by the volume of health and fitness data the platform generates, complicating efforts to track readiness. The rollout comes as the Army continues modernising how it monitors troop fitness and overall force readiness.
- 39Opioid settlement funds could help close health gaps▼Opioid settlement funds could bridge some health gaps
Money from opioid settlements could be directed toward closing gaps in local health services, according to reporting from Martha's Vineyard. The discussion centers on how communities receiving settlement payouts might use the funds to expand access to care beyond addiction treatment alone. Officials and residents are weighing priorities for the money as it becomes available.
- 40Maui wildfire residents show elevated metals tied to lung damage▼Residents near Maui wildfires show elevated metals linked to impacted lung health, study says
A new study reports that residents living near the Maui wildfire burn zones show elevated levels of metals in their bodies, with the exposure linked to impaired lung health. The findings raise ongoing concerns about the long-term effects of smoke and debris from the 2023 fires, and about health monitoring for affected communities in Lahaina and surrounding areas.