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West Texas measles cases rise to 90

Dawson and Ector counties have reported their first cases as the outbreak area grows to seven counties.

The Texas Tribune

Dozens of people now sickened in Texas measles outbreak - including some who are vaccinated

The majority of the 58 cases are in children between the ages of five and 17 years old

The Independent UK

New study explains how antidepressants can protect against infections, sepsis

Antidepressants, such as Prozac, are routinely used to treat mental health issues, but recent research reveals they may also protect against major infections and life-threatening sepsis. Read further on Dynamite News:

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First patient in UK tests new treatment for loss of sense of smell

Chrissi Kelly, who says anosmia is a ‘like a bereavement’, is trialling a simple procedure that could help those who lost sense of smell during Covid or other viral infections

The Guardian - UK

Measles Outbreak in Texas County With Low Vaccination Rate Multiplies, More Cases 'Likely'

A rapidly growing measles outbreak in Gaines County, Texas, linked to low vaccination rates, has reached 48 cases, prompting urgent health warnings and vaccination efforts.

Latin Times

Trump calls for withholding federal money from schools and colleges that require COVID vaccines

Schools, colleges and states that require students to be immunized against COVID-19 may be at risk of losing federal money under a White House order signed by President Donald Trump

The Independent UK

Nearly 50 Texans Infected With Measles In Growing Outbreak

A growing measles outbreak in west Texas has infected 48 people, according to official state data released Thursday -- the latest sign that the once-vanquished childhood disease is making a comeback as vaccination rates decline.

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Louisiana Health Department Orders Employees to Stop Promoting Mass Vaccinations As it Accuses CDC of Being 'Woefully Out of Touch'

Louisiana's Health Department has ordered employees to stop promoting mass vaccinations, which experts say could lead to declining immunization rates.

Latin Times

'We won't forget you': Tribute to London’s Covid victims five years on from first case

On February 12, 2020, London recorded its first positive Covid-19 case

Evening Standard

Measles is spreading across West Texas. The county at the center has one of state’s highest vaccine exemption rates

Many of those infected in Gaines County were young and unvaccinated children

The Independent UK

Norovirus outbreak closes three wards at London hospital amid vomiting bug surge

Health chief warns vomiting bug can ‘rip through our wards like wildfire, making patients even sicker’

Evening Standard

A gentler drug overdose reversal

Naloxone is a fantastic tool in reducing opioid deaths, but gentler versions would be helpful for fighting overdose

Salon

Mapped: The new mpox vaccination sites opening across England after new cases found

Another case of clade 1b mpox was detected in the UK on Friday

The Independent UK

New mpox vaccination sites opened across England

Officials said the risk to the public ‘remains low’ but it is important those who are eligible can access jabs easily.

The Independent UK

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The Guardian - UK

What has the UK Covid inquiry learned so far about vaccines and treatments?

In fourth part of the inquiry, questons were asked about vaccine trials, procurement and the UK’s preparedness for future pandemics

Evening Standard

Norovirus hospitalisations hit highest level this winter - how high are cases in your area?

NHS England said pressure on hospital capacity remains high

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Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Faces Scrutiny Over Controversial Comments

Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s controversial vaccine and Covid-19 statements faced scrutiny during his confirmation hearing.

Evening Standard

Covid inquiry hears some vaccine injured have waited over a year for help ruling

A bespoke compensation or support scheme specifically for those affected by Covid-19 jabs has been suggested.

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Evening Standard

What is the 'mystery' virus? Britons urged to wear face masks

The NHS has said that those worried about contracting the virus should wear face masks

Latin Times

CIA Now Believes COVID-19 Originated in a Lab, But Has 'Low Confidence' in Theory

The CIA now considers a lab leak the most likely origin of COVID-19 but holds "low confidence" in the theory.

The Guardian - UK

Former vaccines tsar describes ‘open warfare’ within UK government during Covid pandemic

Dame Kate Bingham, who led the vaccine taskforce in 2020, said the clinically vulnerable were deprioritised and goals were not followed

Evening Standard

Whitehall ‘group think’ and inter-departmental rows slammed by vaccine tsar

Dame Kate Bingham was commissioned by the previous government to help the UK secure vaccines during the pandemic.

The Independent UK

‘Volunteer spirit’ drove Covid vaccination campaign success, says Whitty

England’s chief medical officer was appearing before the UK Covid-19 Public Inquiry on Monday.

International Business Times

Vaccine Misinformation: A Lasting Side Effect From Covid

A fringe anti-vaccine movement took advantage of the Covid-19 pandemic to bring conspiracy theories to a much wider audience, propelling dangerous misinformation about life-saving jabs that still endures five years later, experts warn.

The Guardian - US

RFK Jr reportedly sought to block Covid-19 vaccinations at height of pandemic

Trump’s pick to lead US health policy lobbied to rescind 2021 authorization and to deny any future vaccine

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