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Ebola quarantine center for Americans is up and working in Kenya despite a court ban, activists say

Ebola quarantine center for Americans is up and working in Kenya despite a court ban, activists say

Kenyan activists accuse authorities of violating a court order to halt the setting up of an American-backed Ebola quarantine center in the country

US actions harm global efforts to prevent and treat HIV in dozens of countries, new report says

US actions harm global efforts to prevent and treat HIV in dozens of countries, new report says

A new report says the Trump administration’s disruptions to a global AIDS relief program have forced organizations to close clinics, lay off staff and cut services, seriously impeding efforts to prevent and treat the disease in dozens of countries

Delaware Confirms First Measles Case in Over a Decade, Raising Public Health Concerns

Delaware Confirms First Measles Case in Over a Decade, Raising Public Health Concerns

The Delaware Division of Public Health has confirmed the state's first case of measles in more than ten years. This development marks a significant public health concern, as measles is a highly contagious viral disease that can lead to severe health complications. The case was identified and reported by the state's health department, which is now working to trace contacts and prevent further spread. Measles was declared eliminated in the United States in 2000, but cases have occasionally re-emerged, often linked to international travel or unvaccinated populations. The Delaware health authorities are urging residents to ensure their vaccinations are up to date, particularly the MMR (measles, mumps, and rubella) vaccine, which is highly effective in preventing the disease.

Fewer children got US-backed HIV treatment after aid cuts, study finds

Fewer children got US-backed HIV treatment after aid cuts, study finds

By Jennifer Rigby and Vincent Mumo Nzilani LONDON/NAIROBI, July 21 (Reuters) - Around 77,000 fewer children worldwide received HIV treatment supported by the U.S. in the year to October 2025 than in the previous fiscal year, according to a study that found declines after the Trump administration's

On This Day: California Surpassed New York in Total COVID-19 Cases

On This Day: California Surpassed New York in Total COVID-19 Cases

California's response to the COVID-19 pandemic was marked by a series of significant events, beginning with the declaration of a state of emergency...

CDC Reports Nearly 7,000 Cases in Cyclospora Outbreak Across U.S. States

CDC Reports Nearly 7,000 Cases in Cyclospora Outbreak Across U.S. States

The CDC has reported nearly 7,000 cases of cyclosporiasis this season, with 1,645 confirmed cases and 5,100 pending analysis. The outbreak, linked to shredded iceberg lettuce from Taylor Farms, has affected multiple states, including Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio, and West Virginia. Michigan alone has reported 6,571 cases. The outbreak is the largest of its kind in U.S. history, surpassing previous records. Health officials are struggling to trace the source due to the parasite's elusive nature and the challenge of testing produce.

Iceberg Lettuce Recall Affects 27 States Amid Cyclospora Outbreak Concerns

Iceberg Lettuce Recall Affects 27 States Amid Cyclospora Outbreak Concerns

A cyclosporiasis outbreak linked to iceberg lettuce has prompted a recall across 27 U.S. states. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) identified iceberg lettuce from Taylor Farms de Mexico, served at Taco Bell, as a potential source. Although initial tests suggested contamination, further analysis revealed a false positive. Despite the confusion, Taylor Farms has voluntarily recalled the affected products. The FDA continues to work with the company to ensure the removal of potentially contaminated lettuce from the market.

Cyclospora Outbreak Linked to Lettuce Reduces Restaurant Visits Nationwide

Cyclospora Outbreak Linked to Lettuce Reduces Restaurant Visits Nationwide

Cyclospora Outbreak Linked to Lettuce Reduces Restaurant Visits Nationwide

Venezuela confirms 3 people have died of hantavirus infections, with 2 more deaths suspected

Venezuela confirms 3 people have died of hantavirus infections, with 2 more deaths suspected

Venezuela says three people died of infections of hantavirus but stressed there has been no evidence of human-to-human transmission in the South American country, which has rarely reported cases of the rodent-borne disease in humans

Cyclospora Outbreak Causes Confusion and Fear Among Lettuce Consumers

Cyclospora Outbreak Causes Confusion and Fear Among Lettuce Consumers

A recent outbreak of Cyclospora, a microscopic parasite causing the intestinal illness cyclosporiasis, has led to widespread concern among lettuce consumers in the U.S. The Food and Drug Administration has focused on iceberg lettuce as a potential source, although the exact cause remains unclear. This has resulted in many individuals, like Baldwin Williams Jr. from Maryland, avoiding lettuce in their meals. The outbreak has particularly affected those who regularly consume salads, with some opting to eliminate bagged lettuce from their diets entirely. Despite no reported deaths, the illness is known for causing severe gastrointestinal symptoms, prompting caution among consumers.

Lettuce at Taco Bell in 5 states confirmed as a source of diarrhea-causing parasite

Lettuce at Taco Bell in 5 states confirmed as a source of diarrhea-causing parasite

Federal health officials have identified lettuce from Mexico served by Taco Bell locations across five U.S. states as a source of the widespread outbreak of diarrhea-causing parasite cyclospora

On This Day: Legionnaires' Disease First Emerged in Philadelphia

On This Day: Legionnaires' Disease First Emerged in Philadelphia

The 1976 Philadelphia Legionnaires' disease outbreak marked a significant moment in medical history, as it was the first time this particular type ...