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NYC Health Officials Order Cleaning of 10 Bronx Cooling Towers Amidst Legionnaires' Disease Outbreak

NYC Health Officials Order Cleaning of 10 Bronx Cooling Towers Amidst Legionnaires' Disease Outbreak

The New York City Department of Health has mandated the cleaning and disinfection of ten cooling towers in the Bronx following a cluster of Legionnaires' disease cases. These towers, located in zip codes 10451 and 10456, tested positive for Legionella bacteria. Notable locations with affected cooling towers include Yankee Stadium, Boricua College's Bronx campus, a Morrisania dialysis center, and a PureGym. This action comes after preliminary testing detected traces of the bacteria, prompting an investigation into the source of the outbreak concentrated in the Melrose and Morrisania sections of the borough. The cluster has resulted in one fatality and nine reported cases. City Health Commissioner Dr. Alister Martin stated that building owners found non-compliant with regulations will face consequences. All ten cooling towers are required to complete remediation by Monday. An in-person town hall is scheduled for Tuesday at Metropolitan College in the Bronx for community members to address concerns with healt...
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Woman dies of complications from measles in western Pennsylvania

Woman dies of complications from measles in western Pennsylvania

By David French NEW YORK, Sept 13 (Reuters) - The death toll in Pennsylvania's measles outbreak rose this weekend with a county coroner's report of a woman's death from complications related to the disease.  
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Climate Change Expands Mosquito Habitats, Increasing Vector-Borne Disease Risk in Temperate Regions

Climate Change Expands Mosquito Habitats, Increasing Vector-Borne Disease Risk in Temperate Regions

Climate change is significantly altering the distribution and prevalence of vector-borne diseases, primarily by expanding mosquito habitats into temperate regions. This environmental shift allows mosquitoes to survive for longer periods and breed more frequently, consequently increasing the risk of diseases such as malaria and dengue. In the Amazon, the impacts of climate change are exacerbating existing vulnerabilities, including inadequate housing and limited access to healthcare workers, which makes communities more susceptible to vector-borne diseases. Similarly, in Europe, new threats like West Nile virus and Dengue are emerging. This rise is attributed to a combination of climate change, increasing urbanization, international travel, and various environmental factors. These changes highlight a growing public health challenge as regions previously less affected by these diseases now face increased exposure.
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Pneumococcal Subtypes and Air Pollution Influence Invasive Disease Risk

Pneumococcal Subtypes and Air Pollution Influence Invasive Disease Risk

Researchers have found that different subtypes of Streptococcus pneumoniae, combined with air pollution exposure, significantly impact the rate and timing of invasive pneumococcal disease (IPD). The study, published in Nature Microbiology, analyzed approximately 59,000 IPD cases over 19 years from South Africa’s national GERMS-SA surveillance program. It revealed that certain S. pneumoniae subtypes (14, 19A, and 8) were linked to the greatest risk of IPD following air pollution exposure. Furthermore, the timing of disease risk varied by subtype; while the highest risk generally peaked two weeks after exposure, subtypes 4, 8, 23F, and 19F were associated with an immediate increase in disease risk within the same week. The study also accounted for other factors like temperature and humidity, noting that high temperatures led to an immediate increase in risk, while cold temperatures resulted in a delayed rise in cases. This research highlights that older adults and young children are particularly vulnerable d...
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New York City Officials Issue Alert on Rising Silicosis Cases Among Stoneworkers

New York City Officials Issue Alert on Rising Silicosis Cases Among Stoneworkers

New York City health officials have issued a health alert regarding an increase in silicosis cases among workers exposed to engineered stone. This alert indicates that silicosis, an incurable, irreversible, and progressive occupational lung disease, is now being increasingly recognized outside of California. The city has identified at least seven suspected cases of silicosis in workers exposed to engineered stone within the state, including one recent death in New York City. The growing number of cases highlights a significant concern regarding the lack of adequate medical surveillance for this severe occupational disease. The alert aims to raise awareness among healthcare providers and employers about the risks associated with engineered stone and the importance of early detection and preventive measures.
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Air Pollution Influences Bacterial Pneumonia Risk Based on Bacterial Subtype

Air Pollution Influences Bacterial Pneumonia Risk Based on Bacterial Subtype

New research indicates that air pollution's impact on the risk of bacterial pneumonia, sepsis, and meningitis varies depending on the specific subtype of bacteria an individual carries. A study conducted by the Wellcome Sanger Institute, the National Institute for Communicable Diseases (NICD), the Barcelona Supercomputing Center, and collaborators, published in Nature Microbiology, found that certain subtypes of Streptococcus pneumoniae (S. pneumoniae) are linked to different rates and timings of invasive disease following air pollution exposure. Some strains were associated with immediate infection, while others took several weeks. The study also revealed that older adults and young children are more vulnerable during periods of high air pollution. S. pneumoniae is commonly found in the respiratory microbiome of nearly 20% of adults globally, and while often asymptomatic, it can lead to invasive pneumococcal disease (IPD) if it enters the lower respiratory tract or bloodstream. The research examined appro...
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ABC Aired Taxi From 1978 Until the Network Canceled It in 1982

ABC Aired Taxi From 1978 Until the Network Canceled It in 1982

*Taxi*, an American sitcom, carved out a significant place in television history during its run from 1978 to 1983. The series, which centered on th...
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Hackensack Meridian Health Secures $3.7M Federal Grant to Address Lung Cancer Screening Disparities in African American Communities

Hackensack Meridian Health Secures $3.7M Federal Grant to Address Lung Cancer Screening Disparities in African American Communities

A research team led by Hackensack Meridian Health's Center for Discovery and Innovation has been awarded a five-year, $3.7 million federal grant from the National Cancer Institute. This funding will support the 'Witness Project Lung' initiative, which aims to close the significant gap in lung cancer screening rates among eligible African Americans. Currently, fewer than 2% of eligible African Americans undergo lung cancer screening, a stark contrast to the national average of approximately 18%. The project will utilize trained community members, known as Witness Role Models, who will share personal stories to encourage peers to seek screening. Lay Health Advisors will also provide navigation support in trusted community settings, including 22 churches and community-based organizations across northern New Jersey and New York City, with partnerships extending to the New York City Housing Authority. Dr. Lisa Carter-Bawa, director of the Cancer Prevention Precision Control Institute at the CDI, is the principa...
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I Was at Ground Zero on 9/11. We Deserve Answers About the Government’s Air Quality Lies

I Was at Ground Zero on 9/11. We Deserve Answers About the Government’s Air Quality Lies

Why did the Environmental Protection Agency claim the air was safe to breathe following the attacks?
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Zillow reports crucial housing market shift for buyers

Zillow reports crucial housing market shift for buyers

The Zillow August Market Report revealed two changes that could affect competition.
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Moncler Opens Largest Global Flagship Store in Manhattan

Moncler Opens Largest Global Flagship Store in Manhattan

Moncler Opens Largest Global Flagship Store in Manhattan
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Franklin County to spray for West Nile mosquitoes. Here’s when and where

Franklin County to spray for West Nile mosquitoes. Here’s when and where

Franklin County Public Health will spray for mosquitoes infected with West Nile virus Sept. 14-15, 2026.