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'I could live 30 years - but want to die': Has assisted dying in Canada gone too far?

BBC News reports on assisted dying in Canada, where some say it's now easier to choose to die than get support to live

No drinks with sweeteners for younger children, say UK advisers

Drinks such as sugar-free squash are off the menu for young children, say health advisers.

Women to continue having babies later, says ONS

The ONS also projects women will continue having smaller families than previous generations.

Don't deport us over health issue, say British couple in Australia

A Macclesfield woman fears she will have to leave Australia due to her medical condition.

Public satisfaction with NHS hits record low

A fifth happy with NHS in Britain, finds long-running poll, with waits and staffing of major concern.

Who can get an NHS Covid booster this spring?

The NHS Covid spring booster campaign is under way, but vaccines are also available privately.

NHS billions wasted as bipolar patients left 'forgotten and failed'

Exclusive data shows how neglect of this common mental health condition costs the UK nearly £10bn a year.

Are my braids doing more harm than good?

Research suggests the synthetic hair used for braiding could be bad for you - but will that stop women using it?

California man invites BBC to witness his death as MPs debate assisted dying

Wayne Hawkins believes terminally ill people should be able to die when they choose, but others in the state disagree.

'I fear I'll be dead before I get justice for my son'

Tony Summers' son Paul was diagnosed with HIV and Hepatitis C and died in 2008 aged 44.

Doctor 'betrayed' over son's death at her hospital

Deborah Burns says she is unable to return to work at the hospital after the death of her son, William Hewes.

Baby slings unsafe for hands-free feeding, charities warn

Parenting charities, including the NCT, have updated their advice saying slings and carriers are unsafe for feeding.

Fake £4m Xanax drug gang boss jailed

The gang, managed from Thailand, produced 11 million pills in the West Midlands to be sold online.

Baby deaths trust claimed £2m 'good care' payments

An NHS trust criticised over a baby's death claimed money for providing good care, the BBC can reveal.

Fertility patients sold unproven add-ons, HFEA says

Despite little proof add-ons help, many IVF clinics offer them, the UK's fertility regulator warns.

UK draws up new disease-threat watch list

Some are viruses with global pandemic potential - like Covid - others infectious illnesses with no treatments.

What are the Pip and universal credit changes and who is affected?

The government has set out more details about its proposed cuts to disability benefits.

Who are the millions of Britons not working?

About a quarter of the working age population - those aged 16 to 64 - do not currently have a job.

Who can get an NHS Covid booster this spring?

The NHS Covid spring booster campaign is under way, but vaccines are also available privately.

Scans in shopping centres and AI - can ideas like these help save the NHS?

Government says more NHS funds in England will go to social care as we look at how it can deliver change.

First case of bird flu in sheep found on UK farm

The UK's chief veterinary officer confirms the case was discovered on a farm in Yorkshire.

What is assisted dying and how could the law change?

MPs backed a proposal to let terminally ill people in England and Wales choose to end their life.

DNA testing site 23andMe files for bankruptcy protection

The company said that it will now attempt to sell itself under the supervision of a court.

'It's unforgivable': The problem at the heart of the NHS's maternity care failures

An inquest into the death of Ida Lock has shone light on repeat mistakes - and wider failures in certain hospitals across England

At-a-glance: Key changes to benefits in welfare shake-up

How Personal Independence Payments (Pip) and other health-related benefits could change under government plans.

What does NHS England do? Your questions answered on health reforms

As part of Your Voice, Your BBC, we answer questions from you on government plans to scrap NHS England.

Hancock criticises 'wholly naive' Covid inquiry

The former health secretary was giving evidence about medical equipment deals during the pandemic.

Mone accuses Covid inquiry of 'cover-up'

She says husband Doug Barrowman and her are targets of a "politically motivated witch hunt".

Michael Gove denies trying to circumvent Dyson ventilator checks

Former cabinet minister says it would be ludicrous to suggest he tried to shortcut safety checks in the pandemic.

How does the Covid inquiry work?

The inquiry has heard from politicians, civil servants, public health experts and bereaved families.

Michelle Mone-linked PPE firm evidence to be heard in private

Covid inquiry says hearings into the firm, led by Michelle Mone's husband, must be held in closed session.

Large UK-wide pandemic preparedness tests planned this year

The stress test will involve thousands of people to help the UK prepare for potential future threats.

Families failed by Covid jabs tell inquiry of pain

They said there was no support after the death and harm suffered by their loved ones.

NHS hours from PPE running out in Covid - Hancock

Former health secretary tells inquiry some healthcare settings did run out - "and it was awful".

Covid inquiry told Treasury blocked NHS bed request

NHS England chief executive Amanda Pritchard says the decision, in July 2020, was very disappointing.

Covid inquiry told top NHS doctor was terrified

Sir Stephen Powis says points-based tool was drawn up should need to prioritise patients have arisen.

How close were hospitals to collapse in Covid?

The Covid inquiry restarts its live hearings this week, after senior staff in the NHS revealed just how close some hospitals were to collapse

Covid inquiry told of trust do-not-resuscitate rule

Patients' families were “horrified but not surprised” when told the blanket policy had been in place.

We were not treated as parents, Covid inquiry told

Mum of premature twins says rigid restrictions on birthing wards during Covid were traumatic.

Covid ambulance crews faced 'crucial PPE delays'

Crews say they faced crucial delays trying to save dying patients because of the time it took to put on equipment.

Covid was like a daily terror attack, doctor tells inquiry

Covid inquiry hears harrowing testimony from ex-adviser in emergency preparedness at NHS England.

Covid inquiry rejects clinicians’ anonymity plea

The UK Health Security Agency argued naming the junior officials could put them at risk of abuse.

Warning tax rises could force care homes to close

Social care providers say the sector is in "unprecedented danger" without more funding.

High-grade masks evidence weak, Covid inquiry told

UKHSA's Prof Susan Hopkins said respirator masks may have worked no better than thin surgical masks.

Nurses bore the brunt of Covid, ex-chief nurse says

Dame Ruth May tells the Covid inquiry nurses struggled with low staffing levels and difficulties accessing protective equipment.

Labour's plan for benefits throws up a bigger dilemma

The debate has sparked a wider dilemma about the broader purpose of welfare

First place in British Isles set to approve right to die

Laws in the Isle of Man to let terminally ill adults end their own lives are in the last stages of debate.

Generation K: The disturbing rise of ketamine abuse among young people

Increasing numbers of young people are using the drug, experts say. The health impacts can be catastrophic.

Assisted dying bill: What is in proposed law?

The proposed law would allow some terminally ill adults to end their own lives. But there are requirements.

'My first cervical screening was over before I knew it'

The BBC speaks to six people about their first cervical screening, and what they wish they'd known beforehand.

How are the vaping rules changing?

Marketing rules will be stricter, nicotine vapes will be taxed and disposable vapes will be banned.

Is the system letting down people who were harmed by Covid vaccines?

People affected by rare blood clots say they feel they have been airbrushed out of the pandemic.

How will weight-loss drugs change our relationship with food?

The rise of these treatments has major implications for how we think about obesity, says James Gallagher.

NHS needs better plan around weight loss jabs, warn experts

Experts call for an urgent review of obesity treatment services amid booming demand for weight loss jabs.

How many of us will end up being diagnosed with ADHD?

Experts suggest that the number of people with ADHD is actually going to remain steady.

The junior doctors' strikes may be over. But is trouble ahead?

The end of the pay dispute sounded too good to be true. And now some are wondering if it might be.

Why we might never know the truth about ultra-processed foods

Experts can’t agree how exactly they affect us and it’s not clear that science will give us an answer.

Are weight-loss injections the answer to obesity?

The appeal is clear - but should we be turning to appetite-suppressing injections?

What is assisted dying and how could the law change?

MPs backed a proposal to let terminally ill people in England and Wales choose to end their life.

Chris Hoy says men should talk about health issues more

Six-time Olympic cycling champion Chris Hoy calls for more openness on health matters

Paris: Grassroots to Glory

The Rugby 7s player has struggled with body image in the past, but says sport has helped

Paris: Grassroots to Glory

The Paralympic Rowing Cox will compete a year after getting the all clear from cancer.

How Dame Deborah James helped save a mum's life

A mother-of-three shared her story with Dame Deborah's mother Heather on BBC Breakfast.

Can health secretary name NHS trusts performing well?

Victoria Atkins is challenged to name some health trusts meeting their targets to cut waiting lists.

'I embrace my alopecia, but I’d love my old hair back’

People living with alopecia could have access to treatment on the NHS in Scotland for the first time.

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FDA Layoffs Could Raise Drug Costs and Erode Food Safety

United States Politics and Government
Regulation and Deregulation of Industry
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Drugs (Pharmaceuticals)
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Food
Avian Influenza
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Medicine and Health
Food and Drug Administration
Kennedy, Robert F Jr
Trump, Donald J
Makary, Marty

Trump cutbacks were supposedly aimed at administrators. But scientists in food and drug-testing labs and policy experts who advance generic drug approvals were also dismissed.

C.D.C. Cuts Threaten to Set Back the Nation’s Health, Critics Say

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The reorganization that began on Tuesday will scale back an agency that has been a public health model around the world.

Trump Administration Demands Additional Cuts at C.D.C.

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In addition to reductions in agency personnel, federal regulators are demanding $2.9 billion in contract cancellations.

Inside the C.D.C., a Final ‘Love Letter’ Before Mass Layoffs

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Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

The agency’s injury center was among the departments that were largely gutted in Tuesday’s wave of dismissals. Read a staff member’s letter to colleagues while they awaited their fates.

More Americans Cannot Afford Medical Care: Gallup Poll

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United States Politics and Government
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Health Insurance and Managed Care
Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (2010)
Gallup Poll
Trump, Donald J

A new survey found that 11 percent of Americans said they could not pay for medication and medical treatments.

Shingles Vaccine Can Decrease Risk of Dementia, Study Finds

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Alzheimer's Disease
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Wales
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A growing body of research suggests that preventing the viral infection can help stave off cognitive decline.

Trump Administration Begins Layoffs at CDC, FDA and Other Health Agencies

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United States Politics and Government
Regulation and Deregulation of Industry
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Health and Human Services Department
Food and Drug Administration

The cuts were part of a Trump administration plan announced last week to dismiss thousands of employees and drastically overhaul the Health and Human Services Department under Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.

Federal Health Workers Make Up Less Than 1% of Agency Spending

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Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. suggests that laying off thousands of federal workers would tame a massive budget. But nearly all of the agency’s money goes to hospitals, doctors and nursing homes.

Trump Aid Cuts End Contraception Access for Millions of Women

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The United States was a key supplier of contraceptives in many developing countries. The Trump administration has ended that support.

Senate Confirms Dr. Oz to Ovrsee Medicare and Medicaid

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Oz, Mehmet C
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The TV celebrity doctor, a cardiothoracic surgeon, will take the reins at a time when the agency is facing cutbacks, especially for the poor, and scrutiny of its missions.

What to Know About Carbon Monoxide Poisoning

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Miller Gardner, the 14-year-old son of the retired Yankees player Brett Gardner, died from carbon monoxide poisoning while on vacation in Costa Rica. Here’s why the gas is so dangerous.

Overlooked No More: Katharine McCormick, Force Behind the Birth Control Pill

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She used her wealth strategically to expand opportunities for women, underwriting the development of the pill and supporting the suffrage movement.

Supreme Court Weighs South Carolina’s Bid to Defund Planned Parenthood

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The court will decide whether Medicaid beneficiaries may sue to receive services under a law that lets them choose any qualified provider.

Supreme Court Rules Against Makers of Flavored Vapes Popular With Teens

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The justices handed a win, for now, to the Food and Drug Administration in its rejection of applications from makers of flavored liquids used in e-cigarettes.

Dr. Oz ‘Disavows’ Support for Transgender Care, Allaying a Senator’s Concerns

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Senator Josh Hawley, a Republican, pressed Dr. Oz on transgender care and abortion, and now says he will vote for the physician’s confirmation to become head of Medicare and Medicaid.

Why the Right Still Embraces Ivermectin

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Five years after the pandemic began, interest in the anti-parasitic drug is rising again as right-wing influencers promote it — and spread misinformation about it.

Eli Lilly Drug Reduces Mysterious Lp(a) Particle Involved in Heart Attack Risk

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The Eli Lilly drug caused a major drop in the blood levels of Lp(a), but further research is needed to show that it will prevent heart attacks and strokes.

‘A Tiny Bit of Math’ Might Improve Your Heart Health, Study Suggests

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Your average daily heart rate is a useful metric; so is your daily step count. Combining the two might be even better.

Top FDA Vaccine Official Resigns, Citing Kennedy’s ‘Misinformation and Lies’

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Dr. Peter Marks, a veteran of the agency, wrote that undermining confidence in vaccines is irresponsible and a danger to public health.

Under Pressure, Psychology Accreditation Board Suspends Diversity Standards

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As the Trump administration threatens to strip accrediting bodies of their power, many are scrambling to purge diversity requirements.

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CDC Statement on Measles Outbreak

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CDC is in close communication with Texas health authorities over the recent measles outbreak.

CDC Reports Nearly 24% Decline in U.S. Drug Overdose Deaths

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CDC Reports Nearly 24% Decline in U.S. Drug Overdose Deaths

CDC warns of Listeria outbreak linked to supplement shakes distributed in long-term care facilities

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CDC warns of Listeria outbreak linked to supplement shakes distributed in long-term care facilities

U.S. Government Releases First National One Health Plan to Protect People, Animals, and Our Environment from Shared Health Threats

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U.S. Government releases first national One Health plan to protect from shared health threats.

First H5 Bird Flu Death Reported in United States

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A person with severe avian influenza A(H5N1) illness ("H5N1 bird flu") has passed away.

CDC Confirms First Severe Case of H5N1 Bird Flu in the United States

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December 18, 2024-- A patient has been hospitalized with a severe case of avian influenza A(H5N1)

CDC warns of a Salmonella outbreak linked to cucumbers

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A CDC food safety alert regarding a multistate outbreak of Salmonella infections has been posted at https://www.cdc.gov/salmonella/outbreaks/cucumbers-11-24/index.html.

CDC warns of Listeria linked to ready-to-eat meat and poultry products

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Eleven people infected with this outbreak strain Listeria have been reported from four states.

CDC confirms H5N1 Bird Flu Infection in a Child in California

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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has confirmed a human infection with avian influenza A(H5N1) (H5N1 bird flu) in a child in California.

CDC warns of new E. coli outbreak linked to organic carrots

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CDC has posted a Food Safety Alert regarding a multi-state outbreak linked to organic carrots.

California confirms first clade I mpox case

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CDC to receive samples for additional viral characterization.

Measles cases surge worldwide, infecting 10.3 million people in 2023

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Measles cases surge worldwide, infecting 10.3 million people in 2023

2023 CDC data suggest the STI epidemic may be slowing

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The number of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) remains high in the United States, however the latest data from CDC show signs the epidemic could be slowing

Transcript for MMWR Telebriefing: Evidence of Recent H5 Bird Flu Infections among Dairy Workers and CDC Guidance Updates

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Transcript for MMWR Telebriefing: Evidence of Recent H5 Bird Flu Infections among Dairy Workers and CDC Guidance Updates

Onions served at McDonald's are likely source of E. coli outbreak

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An update to CDC's Food Safety Alert regarding an outbreak of E. coli infections linked to onions served at McDonald's

Lassa Fever Suspected in Death of U.S. Traveler Returning from West Africa

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The CDC and the Iowa Department of Health are investigating a suspected case of Lassa fever, which was diagnosed today in an Iowa resident who returned to the United States from West Africa early this month.

More cases reported in E. coli outbreak linked to McDonald’s Quarter Pounders; Taylor Farms recalls onions sent to restaurants

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An update to CDC's Food Safety Alert regarding an outbreak of E. coli infections linked to McDonald's Quarter Pounders has been posted

CDC Recommends Second Dose of 2024-2025 COVID-19 Vaccine for People 65 Years and Older and for People Who are Moderately or Severely Immunocompromised

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Today, CDC Director Mandy Cohen endorsed the CDC Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices’ (ACIP) recommendation for people 65 years and older and those who are moderately or severely immunocompromised to receive a second dose of 2024-2025 COVID-19 vaccine six months after their first dose.

CDC Recommends Lowering the Age for Pneumococcal Vaccination from 65 to 50 Years Old

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Today, CDC Director Mandy Cohen endorsed the CDC Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices' (ACIP) recommendation for lowering the age for pneumococcal vaccination from 65 to 50 years old.

Severe E. coli outbreak in Mountain West states linked to McDonald's Quarter Pounders; McDonald's removes suspect ingredients temporarily

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A CDC Food Safety Alert regarding an outbreak of E. coli infections linked to McDonald's Quarter Pounders has been posted at https://www.cdc.gov/ecoli/outbreaks/e-coli-O157.html

Youth Tobacco Product Use at a 25-Year Low, Yet Disparities Persist

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Current tobacco product use among U.S. middle and high school students has dropped to the lowest recorded level in 25 years.

CDC Confirms 3rd Human Case of H5 Bird Flu in California

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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has confirmed a third human case of H5 bird flu in California.

CDC Confirms New Human Cases of H5 Bird Flu in California

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CDC Confirms New Human Cases of H5 Bird Flu in California

Potential public health risk among individuals ordering counterfeit prescription medications from online pharmacies

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Potential public health risk among individuals ordering counterfeit prescription medications from online pharmacies

CDC Statement on Marburg Cases in Rwanda

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CDC is aware of 26 individuals with Marburg virus disease, as confirmed by the Republic of Rwanda Ministry of Health.

Reports of new illnesses slows; CDC continues to investigate the Listeria outbreak linked to deli meats

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Reports of new illnesses slows; CDC continues to investigate the Listeria outbreak linked to deli meats

CDC Awards Over $176 Million to Strengthen U.S. Public Health Infrastructure and Workforce

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Today, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) announced more than $176 million in funding to support 48 public health partners to strengthen the public health system in the United States.

New CDC Data Show Adult Obesity Prevalence Remains High

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New CDC population data from 2023 show that in 23 states more than one in three adults (35%) has obesity. Before 2013, no state had an adult obesity prevalence at or above 35%.

Transcript for Vital Signs Telebriefing: Suicide risk is tied to local economic and social conditions

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Transcript for Vital Signs Telebriefing: Suicide risk is tied to local economic and social conditions

New CDC Report Shows Suicide Risk Tied to Local Economic and Social Conditions

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 Counties with higher health insurance coverage, broadband internet, and household income have lower suicide rates 

CDC warns of recalled eggs sold in Illinois, Michigan, and Wisconsin, linked to Salmonella outbreak

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CDC warns of recalled eggs sold in Illinois, Michigan, and Wisconsin, linked to Salmonella outbreak

CDC Confirms Human H5 Bird Flu Case in Missouri

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CDC Confirms Human H5 Bird Flu Case in Missouri

Youth E-Cigarette Use Drops to Lowest Level in a Decade

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Youth E-Cigarette Use Drops to Lowest Level in a Decade

More illnesses and deaths in Listeria outbreak linked to deli meats is reminder to avoid recalled products

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More illnesses and deaths in Listeria outbreak linked to deli meats is reminder to avoid recalled products

Biden-Harris Administration Awards Over $558 Million to Improve Maternal Health, including $440 Million to Support Pregnant and New Moms, Infants, and Children through Voluntary Home Visiting Programs Proven to Improve Maternal and Child Health, Child Development, and School Readiness

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Biden-Harris Administration Awards Over $558 Million to Improve Maternal Health, including $440 Million to Support Pregnant and New Moms, Infants, and Children through Voluntary Home Visiting Programs Proven to Improve Maternal and Child Health, Child Development, and School Readiness

FACT SHEET: United States Response to the Clade I Mpox Outbreak in Several African Countries

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FACT SHEET: United States Response to the Clade I Mpox Outbreak in Several African Countries

CDC Investigation Notice: Tiny turtles, illegal to sell as pets, causing Salmonella illnesses again in young kids

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CDC Investigation Notice: Tiny turtles, illegal to sell as pets, causing Salmonella illnesses again in young kids

Transcript for Vital Signs Telebriefing: Vaccines for Children Program Celebrates 30 Years of Providing Lifesaving Vaccinations to Children at No Cost

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Transcript for Vital Signs Telebriefing: Vaccines for Children Program Celebrates 30 Years of Providing Lifesaving Vaccinations to Children at No Cost

Vaccines for Children Program Celebrates 30 Years of Providing Lifesaving Vaccines to Children at No Cost

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Routine vaccinations are the best defense against illnesses. The VFC program was established to ensure that children below the federal poverty level and those without health insurance have access to critical, lifesaving vaccines that can protect their health throughout their lives.

More Cases and Additional Death Reported in Listeria Outbreak Linked to Meats Sliced at Delis

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Media Alert - A CDC Food Safety Alert update regarding a multistate outbreak of Listeria monocytogenes infections has been posted at https://www.cdc.gov/listeria/outbreaks/delimeats-7-24/index.html.

CDC Data Show Improvements in Youth Mental Health but Need for Safer and More Supportive Schools

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New CDC data released today highlight improvements in mental health among some United States teens, including decreases in the percentage of students feeling persistently sad or hopeless.

CDC Investigating Multistate Outbreak of Listeria Infections Linked to Meats Sliced at Delis

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A CDC Investigation Notice update regarding a multistate outbreak of Listeria monocytogenes infections has been posted at https://www.cdc.gov/listeria/outbreaks/delimeats-7-24/index.html.

CDC Confirms Three Human Cases of H5 Bird Flu Among Colorado Poultry Workers

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Media Statement - Three additional human cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) A(H5) (“H5 bird flu”) virus infection have been confirmed by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in association with a second poultry farm in Northeast Colorado/Weld County.

CDC Updates Dog Importation Process

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CDC has clarified and simplified the process for bringing dogs into the United States from rabies-free and low risk dog rabies countries. CDC aims to protect the health of U.S. communities and animals and prevent the re-introduction of dog rabies to the United States. 

CDC Investigating Multistate Outbreak of Listeria Infections Linked to Meats Sliced at Delis

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CDC Investigating Multistate Outbreak of Listeria Infections Linked to Meats Sliced at Delis

CDC Data Shows Over 70 Million U.S. Adults Reported Having a Disability

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Today CDC released the annual update to the Disability and Health Data System (DHDS), providing quick and easy online access to state-level health data on adults with disabilities.

CDC Confirms Human Cases of H5 Bird Flu Among Colorado Poultry Workers

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Four human cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) A(H5) (“H5 bird flu”) virus infection in the state of Colorado have been confirmed by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

Colorado Reports Three Presumptive Positive H5 Cases in Poultry Workers

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The state of Colorado has announced that three people have tested presumptive positive for highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) A(H5) (“H5 bird flu”) virus infection.

CDC Reports Fourth Human Case of H5 Bird Flu Tied to Dairy Cow Outbreak

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A human case of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) A(H5) (“H5 bird flu”) virus infection in the United States has been identified in the state of Colorado.

Readout of Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices Meeting Held June 26 – 28, 2024

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CDC’s Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) met June 26 – 28 to discuss data on multiple vaccines. The agenda and presentations are online.