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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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