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fromForbes
2 days ago
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What Is Legionnaires' Disease? NYC Outbreak Has Left 70 Sick, 3 Dead

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fromNBC4 Washington
2 days ago

What is Legionnaires' disease? How you get it, symptoms, treatment

An outbreak of Legionnaires' disease in New York City has killed three people and sickened at least 70 since late July.
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fromUSA TODAY
2 days ago

Legionnaires' disease cluster in NYC grows: 3 dead, 67 sickened

Three people died and over 60 were sickened due to a Legionnaires' disease outbreak in Central Harlem, linked to cooling towers.
fromForbes
2 days ago
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What Is Legionnaires' Disease? NYC Outbreak Has Left 70 Sick, 3 Dead

#vaccines
fromwww.npr.org
1 week ago
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Uncertainty over access to certain childhood vaccines has pediatricians worried

Parents are concerned about future vaccine availability amidst federal changes.
fromAxios
3 days ago
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Trump admin pulls funding for new mRNA vaccines

The administration is canceling proposals from Pfizer and Sanofi Pasteur related to vaccines lacking effectiveness.
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fromwww.npr.org
12 hours ago

A word is born and critiqued: 'healthocide'

Healthocide signifies the intentional destruction of health services and infrastructure, highlighting urgent violations of international law.
fromwww.theguardian.com
18 hours ago

Alarm in China that efforts to control Chikungunya virus are infringing on rights

Concerns are rising in China over the infringement of personal rights during efforts to control the Chikungunya virus outbreak.
fromwww.theguardian.com
7 hours ago

The cancer patient who inspired French movement to block reintroduction of pesticide

French MPs faced backlash after reintroducing a banned pesticide, linked to cancer concerns, prompting public protests and a significant petition.
#tuberculosis
fromChalkbeat
17 hours ago

Public health experts alarmed by return of alcohol ads to NYC transit system

The MTA has approved new alcohol advertising policies in NYC transit, aiming for significant revenue despite public health concerns.
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fromThe Mercury News
9 hours ago

Once-secret California police misconduct files now public through database

A database of police misconduct records in California was launched, increasing transparency and accountability across law enforcement.
fromwww.timesheraldonline.com
9 hours ago

Once-secret California police misconduct files now public through database

The Police Records Access Project encompasses 12,000 cases over about 1.5 million pages obtained from nearly 500 law enforcement agencies, created to improve transparency and accountability.
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fromwww.npr.org
3 hours ago

China has declared war on the chikungunya virus. How much of a threat is it?

"It's reminiscent of the COVID-19 tactics," he says, where citizens were extremely restricted in their activities to slow the spread of SARS-CoV-2.
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fromNatural Health News
12 hours ago

Japanese freedom fighters publicize 21 million COVID vaccine records, exposing catastrophic death toll

Japan's newly released vaccination data reveals systemic dangers of mRNA vaccines, showing a significant spike in deaths months after administration.
#chikungunya
#medicaid
fromwww.npr.org
15 hours ago

Trump administration cuts McGruff the Crime Dog's fentanyl campaign

The Trump administration has ended federal funding for a program aimed at educating young people about the dangers of fentanyl and counterfeit prescription pills.
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fromSecuritymagazine
1 day ago

Why Everyone Should Be Trained in De-Escalation

De-escalation is a method to prevent potential violence, emphasizing purposeful actions, verbal communication, and body language to calm dangerous situations and promote respectful outcomes.
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#mrna-vaccines
fromMedCity News
2 days ago
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RFK Jr. Cancels $500M in mRNA R&D Contracts as HHS Turns Focus to Older, Slower Vaccine Technologies - MedCity News

fromMedCity News
2 days ago
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RFK Jr. Cancels $500M in mRNA R&D Contracts as HHS Turns Focus to Older, Slower Vaccine Technologies - MedCity News

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fromQNS
1 hour ago

Queens leaders call for flood signage and infrastructure in Bay Terrace - QNS

Officials advocate for flood signs and mitigation efforts after severe flooding affected the Cross Island Parkway.
#health
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fromBoston.com
1 day ago

Mass. woman facing tens of thousands in medical bills after a bat flew into her mouth

A woman incurred $20,749 in medical bills after a bat flew into her mouth during a stargazing trip.
fromBoston.com
1 day ago
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Mass. woman facing tens of thousands in medical bills after a bat flew into her mouth

#gaza
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fromThe Washington Post
14 hours ago

NYC opens nation's first publicly funded homeless shelter for trans people

The 150 beds at Ace's Place serve a population that is disproportionately likely to be without a permanent home, data shows.
#leptospirosis
fromsfist.com
1 day ago
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New Sea Lion Disease Outbreak In Pacific Ocean This Year Killing Animals, and Also Threatening Dogs

fromsfist.com
1 day ago
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New Sea Lion Disease Outbreak In Pacific Ocean This Year Killing Animals, and Also Threatening Dogs

fromPsychology Today
6 hours ago

Tobacco and Nicotine Addiction

Among U.S. adults with any mental illness, 25 percent are current smokers—more than double the rate for those without mental illness. Patients with serious mental illness have substantially elevated smoking rates, with schizophrenia rates as high as 80 to 90 percent.
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fromwww.bbc.com
13 hours ago

Serious offenders to be kept in restricted zones under plans

Ministers say this would give victims greater peace of mind. Victims Minister Alex Davies-Jones stated the fresh approach would "give them the peace of mind they deserve and rebuild their lives without fear."
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fromThe Atlantic
4 hours ago

The Last Food Dye Standing

The dairy industry is phasing out synthetic food dyes linked to health problems, but titanium dioxide may still be prevalent in foods.
fromwww.bbc.com
12 hours ago

UK weather: What is the UV Index and why could it break UK records?

The UK could see record UV levels of nine due to rising temperatures and clear skies.
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fromwww.mercurynews.com
13 hours ago

More controversy over how Alameda County will spend $1.8 billion in Measure W funds, but supervisors stick to their plan

Alameda County decided to allocate 80% of Measure W funds to homelessness and 20% to other safety-net services after public objections.
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fromStreetsblog
20 hours ago

Team Pedestrian Trounces Team Bus in Annual 'Crosstown Bus Challenge' - Streetsblog New York City

Pedestrians outpaced the bus in the annual 'Man vs. Machine' race, highlighting significant transit issues.
#homelessness
fromHigh Country News
16 hours ago

Public lands and wildlife turn to stopgap solutions - High Country News

Adult Wyoming toads, raised in captivity by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, have been released for years as part of the recovery efforts.
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fromwww.npr.org
23 hours ago

NYC shooter had two 'mental health holds' in Las Vegas. They didn't affect his legal right to own guns

Shane Tamura, with a history of mental illness, legally purchased weapons despite multiple interactions with law enforcement and psychiatric evaluations.
fromwww.sgvtribune.com
11 hours ago

Anxiety attacks, tears, questions: The impact of immigration sweeps on children

Children affected by immigration enforcement experience severe emotional distress and trauma.
fromThe Mercury News
1 day ago

Pleasant Hill man indicted for allegedly filming himself sexually abusing missing kids

Sainz was accused of meeting two different teen girls online, bringing them to his home, and sexually abusing them on camera. He faces multiple charges including lewd acts and child pornography.
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fromABC7 Los Angeles
12 hours ago

Emergency recordings and videos detail the chaotic rescue efforts during the deadly Texas floods

The flooding killed at least 136 people - including more than two dozen children and counselors at Camp Mystic, a century-old summer camp for girls that was among the first areas inundated.
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fromenglish.elpais.com
11 hours ago

$350 per body: Mafias take over a public cemetery in Ecuador

When Luis, 80, died this past April, his daughter Mariana discovered that the cemetery would charge her $350 for a burial mound, contingent on his background.
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fromBuzzFeed
11 hours ago

Here's How Kelly Clarkson Reacted To Brandon Blackstock's Cancer Battle After Their Messy Divorce

"It is with great sadness that we share the news that Brandon Blackstock has passed away. He bravely battled cancer for more than three years."
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fromBoston.com
1 day ago

Why readers want Mass. and Cass declared a public health emergency

Mass. and Cass area is characterized by a humanitarian crisis due to homelessness and addiction issues.
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fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

A walk-in fishermen's clinic saved me from sepsis - and could transform the NHS

The NHS in England aims to shift from hospital care to community-oriented, preventive health services.
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fromTravel + Leisure
1 day ago

CDC Warns Travelers About Rising Global Risk in New Health Advisory

The CDC warns Americans about polio risks while traveling internationally and encourages vaccination and safety precautions.
fromSlate Magazine
1 day ago

RFK Jr. Is Waging War on American Lifespans

Vaccination significantly improves life expectancy and has effectively eliminated severe diseases.
#west-nile-virus
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fromwww.npr.org
1 day ago

Ultra-processed food consumption is down a bit, but still more than 50% of U.S. diet

Most Americans, especially children, consume a significant portion of their calories from ultra-processed foods, with recent data showing a mean of 55%.
fromAxios
1 day ago

More than half of U.S. caloric intake comes from processed foods

Adults with incomes of 350% of the federal poverty level or higher consumed about half of their calories from ultra-processed foods - about 5% fewer than their lower-income peers.
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fromwww.scientificamerican.com
1 day ago

mRNA Vaccines Are a Game ChangerHere's Why

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services will cancel $500 million in mRNA vaccine projects, prompting criticism from health experts.
fromNews Center
1 day ago

Asthma Drug Blocks Food Allergy Reactions in Mice - News Center

Zileuton, an asthma drug, significantly reduced anaphylaxis symptoms in mice by targeting the DPEP1 gene pathway, as identified in a new study.
fromBusline News
1 day ago

APTA Applauds Introduction Of The Safe Transit Accountability Act To Strengthen Federal Safety Compliance - Busline News

The legislation addresses a critical gap in Federal transit safety regulations by establishing clear executive authority within public transit agencies for rider and operator safety.
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fromEntrepreneur
1 day ago

The One Skill Every Entrepreneur Over 35 Must Master | Entrepreneur

Public speaking is the most crucial skill for entrepreneurs to communicate their vision effectively.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

Near 50% rise in people contacting NSPCC over children's welfare in sports settings

The NSPCC documented a significant rise in contacts to their helpline regarding children's welfare in sports clubs, indicating a 47% increase over the past year.
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fromEast Hampton, NY Patch
1 day ago

New COVID Variant 'Stratus' Has This Distinctive Symptom: See Latest NY Data

Stratus variant may present a never-before-seen symptom: hoarseness, alongside typical COVID symptoms like fever, cough, and fatigue, affecting public health understanding.
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fromFlowingData
1 day ago

Heat in prison cells

Unsafe temperatures in prison cells due to inadequate air conditioning are reported across nearly half of state prisons in 29 states.
fromBusiness Matters
3 days ago

How Recognition Awards Generate 10x More Coverage Than Press Releases

Recognition awards generate more media coverage than traditional press releases due to third-party validation.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

US national parks staff in survival mode' to keep parks open amid Trump cuts

National Park Service faces staffing crisis due to budget cuts, leading professionals to undertake roles far outside their expertise to maintain park operations.
fromThe Mercury News
1 day ago

San Jose police officer arraigned on child molestation charges

The criminal charges against Saul Duran are based on allegations that he molested two teenage sisters between 2008 and 2010, but prosecution was limited due to statutory restrictions.
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fromwww.npr.org
1 day ago

How some online networks target and radicalize kids

Predatory online networks are influencing minors towards self-harm and violence, prompting FBI investigations into numerous associated individuals.
fromThe Mercury News
2 days ago

Three Palestinian children arrive in Bay Area for medical treatment of injuries suffered in war

They rode on top of suitcases and in wheelchairs, holding up peace signs, as they exited the arrivals terminal at San Francisco International Airport and walked through rows of volunteers waving Palestinian flags and holding kaffiyehs.
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fromwww.npr.org
1 day ago

Congress looks to ease veterans' use of health care outside the VA

Veterans face challenges accessing non-VA healthcare, often requiring lengthy approval processes to use their benefits.
fromwww.npr.org
1 day ago

Federal judge rules cuts to humanities grants were 'unlawful'

Judge Michael H. Simon stated that the withholding of funds from humanities councils is likely unconstitutional, affirming Congress' exclusive power over federal funding.
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fromABC7 San Francisco
1 day ago

San Mateo police warn of scam targeting seniors at self-service checkout lines

Scammers are targeting senior citizens in San Mateo by distracting them at self-service checkouts to steal money.
fromJezebel
1 day ago

ICE Detentions Are Failing Pregnant Women. Again.

Abuse and mistreatment of pregnant women in ICE custody significantly violates human rights standards.
fromFuturism
1 day ago

Zoo Requests Unwanted Pets to Feed to Hungry Carnivores

A zoo in Denmark has offered to accept small unwanted pets for its carnivorous animals. Donated pets will be humanely euthanized before being served to predators, promoting natural behaviors and nutrition.
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fromBoston.com
1 day ago

Salem EMT arrested for allegedly possessing, receiving child porn from over 100 chats, DOJ says

EMT Connor McAuliffe arrested for receiving and possessing child sexual abuse material.
fromFuncheap
1 day ago

39th Annual Russian River Cleanup + Free T-Shirt (2025)

The 39th Annual Russian River Watershed Cleanup is on September 20, 2025, focusing on trash removal and community engagement.
fromwww.eastbaytimes.com
1 day ago

How the case of a six-foot fence in Contra Costa County led to a victory for public-access advocates

The battle over public access against private property rights highlights community concerns of wealthy landowners blocking pathways that allow locals to enjoy public spaces.
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fromwww.dw.com
1 day ago

A Sudanese city is starving: What can be done to help? DW 08/07/2025

El Fasher, the capital of the state of North Darfur, has now been under siege for over a year. Approximately 300,000 people trapped inside the city face starvation.
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fromNew York Post
1 day ago

Mother of Long Island girl who was told to 'shut the f-k up' by fire chief Peter Alt in viral video said 'he failed her'

Fire chief Peter Alt verbally abused a distressed child during an emergency, leading to public outrage and an investigation by the North Babylon Fire Company.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

Businessman denies dumping 27-tonne waste mountain that cost 10,000 to clear

A Staffordshire businessman faces five charges related to a massive fly-tipping incident, with a trial set for March 2027.
fromPsychology Today
2 days ago

Diet, Not Activity Level, Leads to Obesity

Taking into account body size, the researchers found that people from populations with higher obesity rates and lower activity levels burned only slightly less energy compared to populations with lower obesity rates and higher activity levels.
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