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Assisted deaths could top 4,000 in 10th year after law change

Estimate included in official review of costs and impact of passing assisted dying law in England and Wales.

Are there more autistic people now?

Why is the number of autism diagnoses changing? And what does it mean for autistic people?

'Appalling' inquest delays hurt families - inquiry

The Lampard Inquiry is examining the deaths of more than 2,000 mental health patients in Essex.

Streeting accused of 'betrayal' over maternity funding plan

Campaigners say the move will “rip the heart out of any moves to improve maternity safety”.

Second daily endometriosis pill approved for NHS

Linzagolix will only be available for patients whose previous medical or surgical treatments have been unsuccessful.

Woman's eyesight saved by cutting-edge test after mystery infection

After years of suffering, a cutting-edge test diagnosed Ellie Irwin with a rare bacterial infection.

Belfast public needle bin 'not a silver bullet'

A trial for a waste needle bin in a Belfast city centre car park will be voted on at council on Thursday.

NHS trust admits failures led to teenager's death

Staff were tasked with giving one-to-one care to Elise Sebastian, an inquest hears.

'My peanut allergy nearly killed me - now I eat them every day for breakfast'

Just a few years ago, Chris Brookes-Smith could have died from eating peanuts - but taking part in a clinical trial has changed his life.

'Why I want an IVF baby to screen out gene that made me go blind'

Blind influencer Lucy Edwards on choosing IVF which will screen out the gene that made her who she is.

Plan for GPs to keep millions out of hospital

GPs will work more closely with specialists to support patients closer to home, the government says.

Disposable vape use falling in UK ahead of ban

The number of people vaping in the UK has stalled, while disposable vape usage has fallen, a study suggests.

WHO agrees legally binding pandemic treaty

The agreement is designed to ensure more cooperation between nations in the event of another pandemic.

Doctors in two end-of-life cases can be named

Those involved in caring for Isaiah Haastrup and Zainab Abbasi can be named, the Supreme Court rules.

North Scotland among highest rates of Huntington's

The statistics are five times higher than the world figure, a University of Aberdeen study says.

Why men are so unhealthy - and what can be done

Men are more likely to die prematurely than women - and worse at seeking care when they need it.

What goes on inside toddlers' brains?

A unique study is tracking the development of hundreds of babies whose parents have also been studied since birth.

'My long Covid turned out to be terminal cancer'

Olivia Knowles noticed something "wasn't quite correct" while competing in an ironman competition.

Woman contacted by stranger on DNA site - and the truth about her birth unravelled

An NHS trust has paid compensation after a woman, now in her 70s, discovered she had been swapped at birth.

'I could live 30 years but plan to die': How assisted dying law is dividing Canadians

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

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.

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.

New mum says maternity treatment was 'traumatic'

More than 700 people sign a petition to put a Teesside hospital trust into special measures.

Second daily endometriosis pill approved for NHS

Linzagolix will only be available for patients whose previous medical or surgical treatments have been unsuccessful.

'I lost my kidney to a silent assassin'

Stacey, from Leeds, underwent robotic surgery after one of her kidneys failed due to the condition.

Minister 'starts to take women's health seriously'

Jersey Health Minister Tom Binet defended his record on women's health at a meeting.

Woman 'keeled over in agony' from endometriosis

Bekki Thomas is calling for more research into the condition.

Community comes together for well-being day

The event includes family activities aimed at promoting creativity and well-being.

Wellbeing strategy aims to increase life expectancy

A public consultation on the project by Epsom and Ewell Borough Council will run until 16 May.

GPs and sports centre join forces

A group of GP practices join up with a sports centre operator to open a new healthcare service.

Charity's wellness sessions take to the road

The iCan organisation's van is offering support to "hard-to-reach" people in parts of Cumbria.

Doctors back total ban on smacking children in England

Smacking is legal in some cases in England and Northern Ireland, but is banned in Scotland and Wales.

Inside Health

James explores the science of a sweet tooth and then gets tips on how to brush like a pro.

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James Gallagher and the panel consider if an assisted death can guarantee a peaceful end.

Inside Health

James Gallagher and the panel discuss the safeguarding implications of the proposed bill

Inside Health

In the first of our mini-series we discuss who could get an assisted death under the rules

The joy of a visit when you have dementia

Visiting a friend or relative with dementia can help reinforce relationships and bring joy.

Living well with dementia

Why living with dementia can still mean living well.

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Trump Budget Cuts Funding for CDC

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Kennedy has warned of an epidemic of chronic disease, but the budget blueprint would close the C.D.C. center focused on prevention.

RFK Jr. Orders Search for New Measles Treatments Instead of Urging Vaccination

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Decades of research have turned up no miracle treatment for measles, but studies show the M.M.R. shot is 97 percent effective in preventing the disease.

Universal Antivenom May Grow Out of Man Who Let Snakes Bite Him 200 Times

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Scientists identified antibodies that neutralized the poison in whole or in part from the bites of cobras, mambas and other deadly species.

Federal Report Denounces Gender Treatments for Adolescents

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The H.H.S. review may set the stage for additional restrictions on gender-affirming care. Critics described it as an ideological statement.

U.S. Prosecutors Accuse Large Insurers of Paying Kickbacks for Private Medicare Plans

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The Justice Department accused large insurers of colluding with national brokers to steer older people and those with disabilities toward coverage that might not offer the best medical care.

Upheaval in Washington Hinders Campaign Against Bird Flu

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Determined to cut costs and manage communications, the Trump administration is moving too slowly to contain the virus, experts say.

Kennedy Issues Demands for Vaccine Approvals That Could Affect Fall Covid Boosters

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The plans amount to an extraordinary flex of Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s power as health secretary to make decisions ordinarily left to career scientists at the Food and Drug Administration.

Citing N.I.H. Cuts, a Top Science Journal Stops Accepting Submissions

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With federal support, Environmental Health Perspectives has long published peer-reviewed studies without fees to readers or scientists.

Kennedy Advises New Parents to ‘Do Your Own Research’ on Vaccines

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In an interview with Dr. Phil, the health secretary offered false information about vaccine oversight and revealed a lack of basic understanding of new drug approvals.

Science backers say proposed federal research cuts pose dire risks.

One expert said the consequences would be “catastrophic” if Congress enacts the White House agenda of sweeping budget cuts.

Overlooked No More: Joyce Brown, Whose Struggle Redefined the Rights of the Homeless

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She successfully challenged her involuntary commitment to Bellevue Hospital in 1987, setting a precedent for homeless people that remains relevant today.

Two Theories of Consciousness Faced Off. The Ref Took a Beating.

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What makes humans conscious? Scientists disagree, strongly, as one group of peacemakers discovered the hard way.

Young People Are Not As Happy As They Used to Be, Study Finds

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New data collected from more than 200,000 people across the world shows that young people aren’t as happy as they used to be.

Humans’ Wounds Heal Much More Slowly Than Other Mammals’

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We naked apes need Band-Aids, but shedding the fur that speeds healing in other mammals may have helped us evolve other abilities.

Lab Animals Face Being Euthanized as Trump Cuts Research

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Animal testing remains a fundamental part of biomedical research. But as funding evaporates, mice, rats and even monkeys may be euthanized.

Immunotherapy Drug Spares Cancer Patients From Grisly Surgeries and Harsh Therapies

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For a limited group of cancer patients who have solid tumors in the stomach, rectum, esophagus and other organs, an immunotherapy trial offered stunning results.

Europe’s Pharma Industry Braces for Pain as Trump Tariff Threat Looms

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Medicines and chemicals are huge exports for European Union countries. That makes the sector a weak spot as trade tensions drag on.

What Nearly Brainless Rodents Know About Weight Loss and Hunger

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Studies in neuroscience with applications to humans offer clues about what makes us start eating, and when we stop.

David Paton, Creator of Flying Eye Hospital, Dies at 94

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An idealistic ophthalmologist, he came up with an ingenious way to treat blindness in far-flung places: by outfitting an airplane with an operating room.

‘Vaguely Threatening’: Federal Prosecutor Queries Leading Medical Journal

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The New England Journal of Medicine received a letter suggesting that it was biased and compromised by external pressure. Other journals have also received the letter.

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CDC Statement on Measles Outbreak

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CDC is aware of the second measles death in Texas, and our thoughts are with the family.

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.