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Report: 84% of Chicago's Measles Cases Traced to Venezuelan Migrants

A report from the CDC has linked 84 percent of Chicago's recent cases of measles back to the wave of illegal aliens from Venezuela.

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Water parasite in England sickens more than 45 people, residents told to boil tap water before drinking

In the in the Brixham area of Devon in the U.K., around 16,000 homes and businesses have been affected by a microscopic parasite that was found in their water.

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‘Inhumane’: Utah mom slaps drug company with lawsuit after suffering COVID vaccine trial injuries

Brianne Dressen shared with Fox News Digital why she decided to file a lawsuit against AstraZeneca after taking part in the drug company's COVID-19 vaccine trial.

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CDC, WebMD give update on current bird flu outbreak: ‘Be alert, not alarmed’

As bird flu continues to spread among cattle in the U.S., the CDC and WebMD joined forces on Thursday to present a live-streamed briefing on the status of the outbreak.

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PETA calls out NYC mayor for 'villainizing rats'

PETA said it's "rushing" New York City Mayor Eric Adams and "Empathy Kit" and "Rats Have Rights" mug after he said he "hates rats," which have caused diseases to New Yorkers

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North Carolina bill to stop protesters from using masks to hide identities advances without health exemption

North Carolina GOP lawmakers advanced a bill Wednesday to add criminal penalties for those who use masks to hid their identities and break the law.

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Chicago nurse is finally free of COVID-19-related PTSD and depression after electrical brain tapping therapy

A Chicago nurse closed out her 40-year career after the coronavirus pandemic left her with PTSD and depression. She revealed how an electrical brain-tapping therapy called deep TMS saved her life.

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COVID origins: HHS suspends EcoHealth Alliance grants after finding taxpayer funds used in risky research

HHS implemented a suspension on all funds allocated to EcoHealth Alliance, which used taxpayer funds to conduct gain of function research at the Wuhan lab before the COVID-19 pandemic.

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WHO approves second vaccine against the mosquito-borne disease dengue as outbreaks intensify

The World Health Organization has authorized a second dengue vaccine, manufactured by Takeda, for children aged six to 16 living in regions with high rates.

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Former WV health official gets year of probation for lying about COVID test invoices

Timothy Priddy, a former West Virginia health official, has been sentenced to a year of probation for lying about invoices from a company claiming to have conducted state COVID tests.

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Ex-pharmacy exec sentenced for role in deadly meningitis outbreak caused by mold-tainted drugs

Barry Cadden, the former president of New England Compounding Center, has been sentenced to prison for his involvement in the deaths of 11 Michigan residents.

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First case of mad cow disease in 2 years reported in UK

A case of mad cow disease was detected in the United Kingdom for the first time in two years. Chief Veterinary Officer Sheila Voas said the isolated case presents minimal risk.

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Pandemic treaty stumbles as nations struggle to finalize global plan

Global leaders, spurred by the COVID-19 pandemic, have committed to improving future responses to similar situations, but establishing a pandemic treaty has proven difficult.

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Nurses call for change as many reveal they're ‘extremely likely’ to leave profession: ‘Emotional, stressful'

Nurses aren’t optimistic that this year will be any better than last year — and more than one-third of them are “extremely likely" to change jobs, according to a new survey.

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Florida education commissioner says states need to be more 'aggressive' with policy, go back to basics

Florida Department of Education Secretary Manny Diaz Jr. told Fox News Digital on Wednesday that the Sunshine State has become a model for paving the way for education freedom.

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As Ozzy Osbourne announces stem cell therapy, experts urge caution, highlight risks

As rock legend Ozzy Osbourne has turned to stem cell therapy, some experts caution that the treatment is not for everyone. A doctor weighed in on the potential risks.

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Why I dedicated my book on school choice to Randi Weingarten

Families are pushing back against the special interests that wish to selfishly protect their monopoly over the classroom at the expense of our children.

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Classified docs 'credibly' suggest COVID originated from Wuhan lab leak, covered up by CCP: House Rep

Classified State Department records that members say “credibly suggest" COVID-19 originated from a “lab-related accident in Wuhan, China" a House subcommittee wrote in a letter

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Ohio doctor whose views on COVID-19 vaccinations drew complaints has medical license reinstated

Dr. Sherri Tenpenny, an Ohio doctor who gained notoriety for making false claims about COVID-19 vaccines, had her medical license reinstated after it was suspended.

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As cholera cases rise worldwide, health officials sound 'concerning' alarm about vaccine shortages

As cholera continues to surge — and as vaccines remain in short supply — experts are warning about the global risk. Here's what to know about the bacterial disease.

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China urged by state agencies to ramp up number of ICU beds

China has been urged to boost its number of intensive care unit beds as part of its public health strategy, according to a statement by several state agencies.

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Pennsylvania mom seeks ‘perfect match’ bone marrow donor to cure daughter’s rare disorder: ‘Crucial need’

A 10-year-old girl in Pennsylvania is in dire need of a bone marrow transplant — and her mother is on a mission to find the perfect match. Doctors discussed the urgent case.

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US shared intel with UK showing 'high likelihood' of COVID-19 lab leak: report

A British newspaper says Mike Pompeo, when he was the U.S. secretary of state, leaked "gobsmacking" information regarding the coronavirus lab-leak theory to the U.K.

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8 important health stories to know about in case you missed them

As you look to the week ahead, check out some of the top recent stories in Health that you may have missed, or have been meaning to check out — here are 8 key developments.

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California tuberculosis outbreak kills 1, infects 14 as officials declare health emergency

A public health emergency has been announced in Long Beach, California after a deadly outbreak of tuberculosis (TB) resulted in one person dying and nine people being hospitalized.

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Texas cats die on dairy farm after drinking raw milk contaminated with bird flu, CDC warns

A cluster of cats on a Texas dairy farm died after drinking raw milk from dairy cows affected with bird flu, according to a report from the CDC. An infectious disease expert commented.

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Dairy farm worker infected with bird flu; CDC urges workers to wear protective gear

The CDC urged dairy workers to wear protective equipment when working near cows after a farm worker in Texas developed a serious eye infection while infected with bird flu.

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Anti-Israel protesters slammed as being 'gutless' for wearing masks to hide identities: 'Opposite of courage'

Anti-Israel protesters are facing criticism for wearing masks and other face coverings while participating in demonstrations on American college campuses.

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All GOP senators press Biden not to support expanding WHO pandemic authority

The entire GOP Senate conference signed onto a letter to President Biden, urging him not to support international agreements being proposed by the WHO for future pandemics.

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Mpox outbreak that is rapidly spreading through Congo may be a new form of the disease

Scientists say a mutated form of mpox, detected in a mining town in Congo, might spread more easily among people than previous outbreaks.

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Pregnancy-related deaths back down to pre-pandemic levels, CDC data says

New CDC data shows that pregnancy-related deaths have fallen to pre-pandemic levels after seeing an immense increase over the last couple of years.

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Short questions with Dana Perino for Dr. Marc Siegel

Fox News medical contributor Dr. Marc Siegel shares with Dana Perino what drew him to medicine, what constitutes effective leadership in health care and what he feels the U.S. learned from COVID.

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High levels of resistant bacteria found in uncooked meats and raw dog food: ‘Red flag’

High levels of E. coli were found in uncooked meats and raw dog food sold in U.K. grocery stores, according to research presented last week at the ESCMID Global Congress in Barcelona.

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Staffing firm to pay $2.7M in DOJ settlement over mishandled COVID data

Insight Global, which performed COVID-19 contact tracing for the state of Pennsylvania, will pay $2.7 million in a Justice Department settlement.

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House COVID committee calling for criminal probe into gain-of-function virus research in Wuhan

EcoHealth Alliance President Dr. Peter Daszak appeared before the subcommittee on Wednesday to testify on the work of his organization before and throughout the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Chinese scientist who first published COVID sequence allowed back in lab after lock out

Chinese scientist Zhang Yongzhen, the first person to publish a sequence of the COVID-19 virus, regained access to his lab after being locked out and staging a sit-in protest.

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EcoHealth Alliance president to testify on COVID origins, Wuhan lab taxpayer-funded research

EcoHealth Alliance President Peter Daszak is expected to publicly testify on Wednesday before the House Select Subcommittee on the Coronavirus Pandemic.

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Bird flu could spread to cows outside US, head of WHO flu program says

The U.S. confirmed the presence of the bird flu in American cow herds. The W.H.O. said there is risk of the disease spreading to other countries.

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Chinese scientist, first to publish COVID sequence, protests lab lockout

Zhang Yongzhen, the first scientist to publish a sequence of the COVID-19 virus in China, staged a sit-in protest outside his lab after being locked out by authorities.

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Pelosi accuses MSNBC host of being a Trump 'apologist' for adding context to job numbers

Former Madame Speaker Nancy Pelosi snapped at MSNBC host Katy Tur when she said that bad job numbers under Trump could at least be partially attributed to the global COVID-19 pandemic.

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Trial begins for 7 Minnesotans charged with stealing more than $40 million from pandemic food program

Prosecutors say the scheme is one of the largest pandemic-related fraud cases in the country. The defendants allegedly stole more than $40 million.

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Police hiring sees uptick across US after years of decline, survey shows

U.S. police departments have reported a year-over-year increase in sworn officers for the first time in years. Many larger departments have increased officer pay.

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Amid bird flu spread, experts reveal if it's safe to drink milk: 'Indirect concern'

Traces of bird flu have been detected in pasteurized milk, leaving many people wondering if it’s safe to drink. Doctors offered their insights about the potential risk.

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CDC: U.S. Birth Rate at Record Low After Pandemic Boost

Fertility rates in the United States hit a record low in 2023, according to provisional data released by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) on Thursday.

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Fauci to testify publicly before Congress for 1st time since retirement

Dr. Anthony Fauci has agreed to testify before the House Select Subcommittee on the Coronavirus Pandemic in June, a House panel investigating the origins of COVID-19 and the government's response.

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Bird flu virus found in grocery store milk, but no risk to customers, FDA says

Bird flu virus has been found in samples of pasteurized milk on grocery store shelves but there is no risk to customers, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) said Tuesday.

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Republic of the Congo declares monkeypox epidemic after more than a dozen cases confirmed

The Republic of the Congo has declared a monkeypox epidemic after confirming 19 cases across five departments, including the capital Brazzaville, officials said.

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West Virginia hospital confirms first case of measles since 2009

A West Virginia health official emphasized the seriousness of measles after the state detected its first case since 2009. Measles cases have spiked nationwide this year.

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With whooping cough cases on the rise, do you need a booster vaccine?

As whooping cough (pertussis) cases surge globally, experts offer their insights on symptoms, prevention and vaccination requirements. Here's what you need to know to stay safe.

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Military veteran embraces ‘new service’ of helping others after his Parkinson's diagnosis : ‘There is hope'

After 17 years of serving his country, Mark Kelm of Minnesota is now providing a different type of service: advocating for others who, like him, have Parkinson’s disease. Kelm shared his story.

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Health Alert: Officials Warn of Ground Beef Contaminated by E.coli

Food safety officials have issued a nationwide public health alert for ground beef that may be contaminated with E. coli.

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Panamerican Health Officials: 'Breakbone' Dengue Fever Cases Reach Emergency Levels

Dengue fever cases have topped 5.2 million in the Americas, and a United Nations health agency is calling it an "emergency situation."

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Rat-Spread Illness Spiking in New York City: What's Next? The Black Death?

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World Health Organization approves updated cholera vaccine to combat surge in cases

The World Health Organization has approved a new version of a cholera vaccine that could help address a surge in cases that has depleted the global vaccine stockpile.

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Ryan Reynolds praises Michael J. Fox for helping his late father with Parkinson's 'feel less alone'

Ryan Reynolds praised Michael J. Fox in a Time "Most Influential People" tribute for helping Reynolds' father during his 20-year battle with Parkinson's before his death in 2015.

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Rand Paul says email exchange between top Fauci aide and EcoHealth ‘looks like a cover-up’

Sen. Rand Paul highlighted a series of email exchanges between Dr. Anthony Fauci top adviser Dr. David Morens and EcoHealth Alliance President Dr. Peter Daszak that showed Daszak feared permanently losing government funding.

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World Health Organization, experts reach landmark agreement on how to define airborne diseases

The World Health Organization and around 500 experts have established a consensus on what it means for a disease to spread through the air, officials said.

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Ex-pharmacy exec faces sentencing in Michigan woman's death linked to tainted steroids

The head of a specialty pharmacy will be sentenced in Michigan for 11 deaths more than a decade ago that were tied to tainted steroids, according to officials.