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Mysterious parasite outbreak in US sickens 300 people: Check Cyclospora symptoms, treatment and precautions you sould take

Cyclospora infection symptoms: A widespread foodborne parasite outbreak, Cyclospora, has impacted at least 145 people across 17 US states, with a separate surge in Michigan sickening over 150. Health officials are investigating a potential domestically sourced contaminated food product, as infections are typically linked to international travel. Symptoms include prolonged…

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The FDA Already Approved This Fall's COVID Vaccine Strain, but No One Has Officially Said Who Should Get It

The FDA approved this fall's COVID vaccine strain in May, but the committee that determines who should get it and insurance coverage has had no quorum since March. Here's the gap.

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Virginia Reported No New Measles Cases Last Week, but Officials Are Not Declaring the Outbreak Over

Virginia's measles outbreak saw zero new cases last week, holding steady at 129. But health officials say one good week isn't enough — here's the 42-day threshold that actually matters.

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Relief Workers Say This Ebola Outbreak Could Take Six More Months to Bring Under Control

Frontline medics say the DRC Ebola outbreak could take six more months to control. WHO's own Africa response lead rated efforts a 3-4 out of 10. Here's why containment is lagging.

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A Rewritten Federal Vaccine Charter Could Determine Whether Your Fall Flu Shot Is Covered by Insurance

A rewritten federal vaccine committee charter and ongoing court fight mean fall 2026 flu and COVID vaccine insurance coverage decisions have no official body to finalize them.

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A Child Developed Life-Threatening Kidney Failure from a Raw Cheese Outbreak — Here Is What Every Parent Needs to Know

A child developed HUS — a potentially fatal kidney complication — in California's 2026 raw cheddar E. coli outbreak. Here's what HUS is and why the AAP says children should never eat raw dairy.

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Parasite that causes ‘explosive diarrhea’ is spreading across the US

The main symptoms of infection include loss of appetite, weight loss, cramping, bloating, increased gas, nausea and fatigue

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Zero Americans Became Ill in a Cruise Ship Hantavirus Outbreak: Here's the Monitoring Process Behind It

All 18 Americans exposed to hantavirus on a cruise ship completed 42 days of monitoring with zero illnesses. Here's the methodology that made this containment success possible.

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Deadly Powassan virus tick transmits in as little as 15 minutes: Check symptoms of Powassan virus, causes, location in US, treatment and prevention explained

Powassan Virus Tick cases: Tick-borne Powassan virus, a rare but dangerous illness, is seeing a surge in US cases, reaching record levels. Unlike Lyme disease, it can transmit in as little as 15 minutes, potentially causing severe neurological issues like encephalitis and meningitis. With no specific treatment or vaccine, health…

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The Current Ebola Outbreak Is Less Deadly Than Past Waves, but Risks Remain High

The current Ebola outbreak's death rate is 26%, lower than the 40-70% seen in the 2014–16 West Africa outbreak. Here's how Bundibugyo compares to other Ebola strains historically.

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Experts Say the U.S. Has Already Lost Measles Elimination in Substance, if Not Yet on Paper

Experts say the U.S. has already lost measles elimination status in substance. Only 6% of 2026 cases trace to travel, down from 40% historically. Here's the case and what comes next.

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A Third Cheese Brand Has Issued a Listeria Recall: Here's What Requesón Buyers Should Check

La Ceiba Foods recalled Requesón cheese under the La Colonia and Selectos Latinos brands June 26 — tied to the deadly Clover Hill Listeria outbreak. Check if you bought it.

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The Backyard Poultry Salmonella Outbreak Is Still Active with 513 Cases — Summer Is Peak Season

513 Salmonella cases in 43 states are linked to backyard poultry in 2026 with 134 hospitalizations. Summer is peak season. Here's the CDC guidance for families and what to do now.

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Clover Hill Dairy Listeria Outbreak Grows to 12 Cases in Illinois, Maryland, New York, and Virginia

Clover Hill Dairy Listeria outbreak grew to 12 cases in 4 states as of June 24, 2026, including a first Illinois case. 10 hospitalizations, 1 death. Here's what to do now.

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The CDC Is Ending Federal Measles Testing: Here Is What Actually Changes and Why Critics Are Still Alarmed

The CDC is ending federal measles diagnostic testing. State labs already handle most testing. Here's what actually changes, who is concerned, and what the policy shift really means.

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Tick ER Visits Are Up 25 Percent and One Sigmoidoscopy Can Protect Against Colon Cancer for Two Decades — Two Summer Health Updates to Know

Tick bite ER visits rose 25% in April 2026. A 23-year trial shows one sigmoidoscopy cuts colon cancer risk for over 20 years. Here are both findings and what to do.

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CDC Ends Hantavirus Response as All 18 Americans from the Cruise Ship Return Home Safely

The CDC ended its hantavirus response June 24, 2026. All 18 Americans quarantined from the MV Hondius cruise ship are home safe with no illness detected. Here's how it ended.

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Two New Studies Confirm the 2025–2026 COVID Booster Works, Including a 59% Reduction in Doctor Visit Risk

Two June 2026 studies confirm the 2025–26 COVID vaccine is working. One found 59% reduced risk of needing a doctor visit. Here's what both studies show and who they apply to.

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Three Moringa Supplement Salmonella Investigations Are Active Right Now — Is Your Brand on the Recall List?

Three separate Salmonella investigations linked to moringa supplements are active in 2026. 119+ cases in 36 states. Multiple brands recalled. Is yours on the list? Here's what to check.

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A Parasite Has Sickened 145 People in 17 States as Investigators Search for the Source

145 Cyclospora cases in 17 states, no source identified yet. Summer is peak season for this parasite linked to leafy greens. Here's what to watch for and when to ask for specific testing.

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New World Screwworm Has Now Reached 25 Cases in Texas — Here Is What Dog and Cat Owners Need to Know

25 New World Screwworm cases confirmed in Texas. All are livestock, but dogs, cats, and humans with open wounds are also at risk. Here's what pet owners in the quarantine zone must know.

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The Clover Hill Dairy Listeria Outbreak Remains Active: Here's the CDC Guidance for Affected Families

The Clover Hill Dairy Listeria outbreak remains active with 9 cases and 1 death. All cheese has been recalled. Here is the exact CDC guidance for every affected family.

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Ebola Cases Have Surpassed 1,100 as the CDC Activates Its Highest-Level Emergency Response

The DRC Ebola outbreak has exceeded 1,100 cases. The CDC activated Level One response on June 26, 2026. Here's what the U.S. is doing and who needs to take action.

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Oklahoma Expanded Raw Milk Sales Tenfold as Active Illness Outbreaks Were Underway in Three States

Oklahoma expanded raw milk sales tenfold in May 2026 while active outbreaks hit Idaho, Louisiana, and California. One child developed HUS. Here's the policy and the health data.

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Moringa Supplement Salmonella Outbreak Expands to 119 Cases Across 36 States, Officials Warn

A Salmonella outbreak linked to moringa leaf supplements has reached 119 cases in 36 states. Multiple brands recalled. Here's how to identify affected products and what to do.

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