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CDC Reports High Number of Hepatitis A Cases Linked to Cuba
CDC's latest MMWR weekly report highlights a high number of hepatitis A cases associated with Cuba, alongside investigations into a Pennsylvania campylobacteriosis outbreak and Ebola outbreaks.
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Media Monitor: TIME Reports Record Wildfire Season, Shelton's U.S. Open Final, Houthi Gains in Yemen and End of Cyclospora Outbreak
TIME reports a near-record U.S. wildfire season, Ben Shelton's historic U.S. Open final run, Houthi gains at the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, and the end of the largest cyclospora outbreak in U.S. history.
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Media Monitor: TIME Health Highlights Essay on Asking for Help, FDA Approval for SMA Drug
TIME Health is reporting on a psychologist's essay about the value of asking for help, plus FDA approval of a first-of-its-kind drug for spinal muscular atrophy and concerns over CDC information.
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Media Monitor: NPR Reports Doubts Over CDC Reliability After Measles Deaths, Conflict Advice and Copper Peptide Trend
NPR Health reports public health experts are questioning the CDC's reliability after two infant measles deaths in Pennsylvania were removed from its website, while also covering advice on conflict and a copper peptide trend.
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Media Monitor: TIME Health Reports Cyclospora Outbreak Over, Rising Rabies Exposures, and 9/11 Health Toll
TIME Health reports a record Cyclospora outbreak linked to Taylor Farms iceberg lettuce has ended, rabies exposures rose this summer, and 9/11-related illnesses continue to grow 25 years later.
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Media Monitor: CDC warns against Taco Bell lettuce in five states due to Cyclospora outbreak
TIME Health reports the CDC is warning consumers in five states to avoid Taco Bell's shredded lettuce due to a Cyclospora parasite outbreak, with the fast-food chain's ingredient linked to the illness.
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Media Monitor: CDC Chief Blocked Vaccine Study Now Published
The Washington Post reports a study on COVID-19 vaccine benefits, previously blocked by the CDC chief, is now published. It found reduced emergency visits and hospitalizations among healthy adults.
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Nara Organics Recalls All Infant Formula Lots Over Botulism Risk After Three Cases Reported
Nara Organics has issued a nationwide recall for all lots of its powdered infant formula due to potential Clostridium botulinum contamination, following three reported infant botulism cases. Consumers are advised to stop use immediately.
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New Report Examines Alcohol Consumption During Pregnancy in US
A new report on alcohol consumption among pregnant women aged 18-49 in the U.S. from 2021-2024 has been published in the latest weekly report on June 11, 2026.
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FDA, CDC Investigate Listeria Outbreak Linked to Recalled Requeson Cheese
An ongoing FDA and CDC investigation links a multi-state Listeria outbreak, causing 8 illnesses and 1 death, to recalled Clover Hill Dairy requeson cheese. Consumers are urged to avoid the product and clean contaminated surfaces.
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Total Nutrition Inc. Recalls Superfood Capsules Over Salmonella Risk
Total Nutrition Inc. has recalled TNVitamins and Doctor’s Pride Superfood Moringa Capsules nationally due to potential Salmonella contamination. Consumers are urged to dispose of affected products and seek refunds.
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Media Monitor: American Tests Positive for Ebola After Congo Exposure
USA TODAY is reporting that the CDC confirmed an American tested positive for Ebola, showing symptoms after exposure in the virus in the Democratic Republic of Congo.
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2024-25 Flu Season Sees Highest Number of Pediatric Deaths Since 2004
A CDC report indicates a concerning rise in pediatric flu deaths, with 280 reported for the 2024-25 season. Additionally, 109 influenza-associated encephalopathy cases were reported, with a significant ICU admission rate.
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CDC Recommends Flu Vaccination for Everyone Over 6 Months in the US
The CDC advises that everyone in the United States aged six months and older should get a flu vaccine, ideally by the end of October, to protect against the seasonal flu.
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CDC Updates Immunization Advice and Reports on Stimulant Overdose Deaths
The CDC has released updated immunization recommendations for the 2025-2026 flu season and RSV prevention, alongside a report on rising stimulant-involved overdose deaths from 2021 to mid-2024.
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Media Monitor: Washington Post Lists Ways to Reduce Cancer Risk
The Washington Post reports that about 40% of cancer cases are preventable and lists 11 science-backed ways to reduce risk, including diet, exercise, and regular checkups.
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CDC Reports on Enteric Disease, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and Opioid Use Disorder
A CDC report indicates that enteric disease outbreaks are often linked to private homes and farms, with poultry as a major source. Reports also cover Autism Spectrum Disorder and Opioid Use Disorder.
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