Tag: #publichealth

CDC Ends COVID-19 Vaccine Recommendation for Healthy Children and Pregnant Women

CDC drops vaccination advice for healthy children and pregnant women, sparking concern among health experts.

#cdc, #vaccination, #covid19, #publichealth, #policy

Measles Outbreak in Texas Raises Concerns Over Vaccine Hesitancy and Public Health Infrastructure

Texas faces a measles outbreak with 728 cases as nationwide numbers surpass 1,000, stressing the need for vaccination.

#measles, #texas, #vaccination, #publichealth, #outbreak

FDA Updates COVID-19 Vaccine Guidelines, Halts Routine Boosters for Healthy Adults Under 65

FDA ends routine COVID-19 boosters for healthy individuals under 65, emphasizing robust clinical trials for vaccine approval.

#fda, #covid19, #vaccines, #publichealth

U.S. Health Initiative Targets Ultra-Processed Foods and Additives

U.S. to prioritize research on ultra-processed foods and additives amid rising chronic diseases.

#health, #nutrition, #policy, #foods, #publichealth

U.S. Faces Major Measles Outbreak as Cases Surpass 1,000

Measles cases in the U.S. surpass 1,000, highlighting vaccination challenges amid resurgence fears.

#measles, #vaccination, #publichealth, #outbreak, #usnews

Texas Heat Wave Breaks Records, Underscores Climate Change Impacts

Texas faces an early, intense heat wave with record temperatures, highlighting climate change and stressing power grids.

#texas, #heatwave, #climatechange, #energy, #publichealth

Texas Heat Wave Shatters Records, Tests Power Grid and Public Preparedness

Unprecedented mid-May temperatures in Texas strain the power grid and pose public health risks.

#heatwave, #texas, #energy, #climatechange, #publichealth

U.S. Faces Major Measles Outbreak: Over 1,000 Cases Across 11 States

The U.S. grapples with a major measles outbreak, with over 1,000 cases and three confirmed deaths, emphasizing the need for vaccination.

#us, #measles, #outbreak, #vaccination, #publichealth

FDA Panel to Evaluate COVID-19 Vaccine Strategy Amid Leadership Changes

FDA expert panel to convene under new leadership to assess COVID-19 vaccine plans, signaling potential shifts in public health policy.

#fda, #covid19, #vaccines, #publichealth

HHS Announces $500 Million for Universal Vaccine Development

The U.S. invests $500M in universal vaccines amid new trial policies under Secretary Kennedy sparking debate.

#health, #vaccines, #hhs, #publichealth, #robertfkennedyjr

Princeton Study Reveals El Niño's Role in Prolonging Infectious Disease Outbreaks

New research shows consecutive El Niño events intensify disease spread, urging climate data integration in health planning.

#elnino, #infectiousdisease, #climatechange, #publichealth

Ahmedabad Adopts Innovative Strategies to Combat Extreme Heat

Ahmedabad tackles extreme heat with cool roofs and smartwatches, offering a model for resilience in climate-challenged regions.

#india, #pakistan, #heatwave, #climatechange, #publichealth