Tag: #health

Southeastern U.S. Faces Record-Breaking Heat Wave Amid Climate Concerns

Historic heat wave hits Southeastern U.S., prompting health warnings and highlighting climate challenges.

#heatwave, #climatechange, #southeastus, #weather, #health

U.S. Faces Largest Measles Outbreak in Over 30 Years Due to Declining Vaccinations

The U.S. battles its largest measles outbreak in decades, driven by falling vaccination rates, with 1,309 cases reported across 40 states.

#health, #measles, #vaccination, #cdc, #outbreak

U.S. Faces Largest Measles Outbreak in Decades

The U.S. battles its largest measles outbreak in 30 years, with low vaccination rates fueling over 1,300 cases across 39 states and 3 deaths.

#us, #health, #measles, #vaccines, #publichealth

U.S. Faces Largest Measles Outbreak in 30 Years

The U.S. grapples with a severe measles outbreak affecting undervaccinated communities, highlighting the critical need for increased vaccination efforts.

#health, #measles, #vaccination, #us, #cdc

Medical Groups Sue Over COVID-19 Vaccine Removal from CDC Schedules

Leading medical groups sue HHS Secretary Kennedy for removing COVID-19 vaccines from CDC immunization schedules, citing public health risks.

#health, #vaccines, #lawsuit, #publichealth

HHS Implements New Restrictions on Undocumented Immigrants' Access to Federal Programs

U.S. restricts undocumented immigrants from federal health programs, reversing a 1998 policy. Impact expected on public health and immigrant communities.

#politics, #health, #immigration, #uspolicy

HHS Restructuring Plan Sparks Major Controversy: 10,000 Jobs Cut

The HHS announces major overhaul cutting 10,000 jobs to save $1.8 billion, but faces backlash over potential public health risks.

#health, #publichealth, #HHS, #jobcuts, #restructuring

Alarming Decline in U.S. Children's Health Over 17 Years: Study

Study finds significant decline in U.S. children's health over 17 years, urging urgent policy and community action.

#health, #children, #usa, #publichealth, #healthcare

Breakthrough Ultra-Thin Implant Shows Promise in Spinal Cord Injury Treatment

Ultra-thin implant aids spinal cord injury recovery in rats without causing inflammation, paving the way for potential human treatment.

#science, #health, #spinalcordinjury, #research, #innovation

Western Europe Swelters Under Unprecedented Heatwave

Western Europe faces record heatwave as temperatures soar above 40°C, prompting health alerts and infrastructure concerns.

#europe, #heatwave, #climatechange, #weather, #health

Researchers Unveil AI System to Revolutionize Public Health Data Monitoring

AI system boosts health data review speed 54x, aiding timely public health interventions.

#health, #ai, #publichealth, #datamonitoring

FDA Approves Updated COVID-19 Vaccines Targeting KP.2 Variant Amid Surge

FDA approves new COVID-19 vaccines for KP.2 variant amid U.S. surge, aligning with CDC guidance for enhanced protection.

#covid19, #vaccines, #fda, #health, #cdc

U.S. Health Secretary Launches Campaign for Wearable Health Devices

HHS campaign promotes wearables like heart rate monitors to boost health under MAHA initiative, led by Robert F. Kennedy Jr.

#health, #wearables, #technology, #MAHA

Salmonella Outbreak Linked to Organic Eggs Affects Seven States

79 infections, 21 hospitalizations linked to contaminated eggs from August Egg Company spurring a massive recall and health warnings.

#health, #salmonella, #usda, #recall

UK Prepares for First Heatwave of 2025 with Temperatures Set to Soar

The UK braces for a heatwave, with temperatures reaching 34°C, raising health concerns.

#uk, #heatwave, #climatechange, #health, #weather