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Canada news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Six babies with unvaccinated mothers born with measles in Canada

Congenital measles cases in Ontario highlight the risks of low vaccination rates during outbreaks.
Routine vaccination can prevent serious complications from measles.
Canada news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Six babies with unvaccinated mothers born with measles in Canada

Congenital measles cases in Ontario highlight the risks of low vaccination rates during outbreaks.
Routine vaccination can prevent serious complications from measles.
more#public-health
fromNature
3 weeks ago

Daily briefing: NASA staff speak out against Trump cuts

"The last six months have seen rapid and wasteful changes which have undermined our mission and caused catastrophic impacts on NASA's workforce," says a declaration signed by more than 280 NASA employees past and present, including at least 4 astronauts.
Canada news
#vaccination-rates
Public health
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Measles outbreak in US surpasses 930 cases as infectious disease expert warns world may have lost herd immunity

The measles outbreak in North America signals a significant drop in herd immunity due to declining vaccination rates.
Public health
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

World may be post-herd immunity' to measles, top US scientist says

Measles outbreaks are rising in areas with low vaccination rates, highlighting a shift away from herd immunity.
The U.S. faces its largest measles outbreak in 25 years, impacting children and communities severely.
Public health
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Measles outbreak in US surpasses 930 cases as infectious disease expert warns world may have lost herd immunity

The measles outbreak in North America signals a significant drop in herd immunity due to declining vaccination rates.
Public health
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

World may be post-herd immunity' to measles, top US scientist says

Measles outbreaks are rising in areas with low vaccination rates, highlighting a shift away from herd immunity.
The U.S. faces its largest measles outbreak in 25 years, impacting children and communities severely.
more#vaccination-rates
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

RFK Jr. Axes Top Aides in Huge Staff Shakeup

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. fired his chief of staff and deputy chief of staff amid a significant staff shakeup at HHS.
#vaccination
fromFortune
1 month ago
Public health

U.S. has already posted more measles cases than in any year since 1991 and 2025 is only half over

Public health
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago

6 Ontario infants born with congenital measles from unvaccinated mothers, top doctor says | CBC News

Vaccination is crucial for preventing congenital measles in infants.
Unvaccinated mothers pose risks to fetal health during measles outbreaks.
Measles outbreak has led to severe implications for pregnant individuals.
fromFortune
1 month ago
Public health

U.S. has already posted more measles cases than in any year since 1991 and 2025 is only half over

fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago
Public health

6 Ontario infants born with congenital measles from unvaccinated mothers, top doctor says | CBC News

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San Francisco
fromsfist.com
1 month ago

Day Around the Bay: Muni Is Updating Its Floppy-Disk-Based Train Control System

Muni will upgrade its train-control software with a $700 million project after operating on outdated technology for years.
US Elections
fromwww.esquire.com
2 months ago

Texas Passes Anti-Vaccination Policies While Oklahoma Schools Add New Social Studies Standards

Texas lawmakers are introducing various vaccine-related bills that could undermine public health amid a severe measles outbreak.
Public health
fromBuzzFeed
3 months ago

RFK Jr. Was Asked If He Would Vaccinate His Kids For Measles Today, And His Response Is Going Viral

RFK Jr. expressed hesitance in endorsing vaccines during a crucial health crisis.
He believes his personal opinions on vaccines shouldn't influence public health decisions.
Public health
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 months ago

Why is measles spreading in Canada, Mexico and the US?

North America is facing a serious measles outbreak linked to vaccine hesitancy.
Measles complications can be severe, especially in vulnerable populations.
Vaccination efforts have previously eliminated measles in the US, highlighting the importance of herd immunity.
#cdc
Coronavirus
fromCbsnews
3 months ago

Weekly measles cases hit new record amid worst outbreak since 1990s

Weekly measles cases have hit a new record in the U.S., surpassing previous outbreaks, particularly the troubling 2019 peak.
Public health
fromCbsnews
4 months ago

Large number of measles cases being missed, CDC says

The CDC acknowledges underreporting of measles cases amid a record outbreak, complicating efforts to control the situation.
Public health
fromCbsnews
3 months ago

CDC scraps plan to help Texas schools curb measles over layoffs, employee says

CDC halts plan to assist Texas schools in fighting measles due to staff layoffs and funding issues.
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US news
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago

Trump administration tries to ramp up deportations. And, a look at Canada's election

Deportations under the Trump administration are down despite increased arrests, with serious mistakes being reported in cases involving U.S. citizens.
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

Opinion | Kennedy's Vaccine Hypocrisy Is Unsustainable

Mr. Kennedy's failure to manage the measles outbreak amidst his anti-vaccine stance raises serious concerns about his capability as Health Secretary.
NYC politics
Public health
fromFast Company
4 months ago

Texas measles outbreak shows what happens when vaccine funding flatlines

Funding cuts have weakened immunization programs, contributing to the resurgence of measles outbreaks in West Texas.
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