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Norovirus: A Silent but Deadly Threat in LA County

December 17, 2025

In Los Angeles County, a sneaky virus is making a comeback. Health officials have noticed a sharp increase in norovirus cases. They found this out by checking wastewater, which is like a virus detective tool. The numbers are worrying: a 154% jump in the city and over 250% in the county. This virus

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Measles Spreading Fast in South Carolina: What's Going On?

December 10, 2025

South Carolina is in the middle of a measles outbreak. It started in October and is still growing. As of Tuesday, there are 111 cases. That's a lot! The state is now dealing with as many cases as Utah and Arizona, which also have big outbreaks. The outbreak is mostly in the northern part of South C

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Why Some Lawmakers Are Questioning the Hepatitis B Vaccine

December 5, 2025

A heated debate is happening about the hepatitis B vaccine for newborns. Senator Bill Cassidy, a doctor and Republican leader in Congress, has strong words for the Health and Human Services Department. He thinks they are not following science. The CDC's advisory panel is looking at the vaccine sched

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A New Leader for U. S. Vaccine Policies

December 1, 2025

The U. S. Department of Health and Human Services made a significant change recently. They picked Kirk Milhoan, a doctor who specializes in children's heart health, to lead a key group. This group gives advice to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on vaccines. The group is meeting soon t

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Savannah's Food Scene: A Closer Look at Recent Inspection Scores

November 30, 2025

In Savannah, a recent round of restaurant inspections showed a mix of top performers and those needing some improvement. Some eateries scored perfectly, while others had a few issues to address. The Georgia Department of Health conducted these inspections between November 19 and November 25, 2025, t

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NYC Health Workers Seek Shield from Public Backlash

October 19, 2025

New York City's Health Department is looking to hire outside help to shield its employees from harassment. This comes after a lot of criticism about how they handled the COVID-19 pandemic. The department wants to create new safety rules and train up to 75 staff members. These include leaders, resear

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West Nile Virus: What's Happening in NYC?

August 23, 2025

New York City has seen its first human cases of West Nile virus in 2025. Two people from Queens have been affected, and the virus has also been found in blood donations from Brooklyn and Staten Island. However, these donors did not meet the criteria for a confirmed case. The virus is spread by mosq

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Shake-Up at Health Department: Top Aides Let Go

July 16, 2025

Big changes are happening at the Department of Health and Human Services. Robert F. Kennedy Jr. , the head of the department, has said goodbye to two key team members. Heather Flick Melanson, his right-hand person, and Hannah Anderson, who handled policy, are no longer with the team. No one is sayin

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The Silent Crisis: How Budget Cuts Are Weakening Public Health

May 31, 2025

The backbone of public health in the United States is under threat. Essential services that keep communities safe are being stripped away. This is not just about losing jobs; it's about losing the ability to prevent diseases, respond to outbreaks, and ensure that everyone has access to basic health

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Measles Risk After A Big Concert

May 22, 2025

A recent event in New Jersey has raised concerns about measles exposure. A person carrying the virus attended a packed Shakira concert at MetLife Stadium on May 15. This individual, who was not from New Jersey, spent several hours at the venue, potentially exposing thousands to the highly contagious