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- 1Pennsylvania measles outbreak grows with 55 new cases●Pennsylvania measles outbreak spreads, with 55 new cases reported since Wednesday
Health officials in Pennsylvania are reporting a rapidly growing measles outbreak, with 55 new cases confirmed since Wednesday. The spread has made the state the focus of national concern, as measles is highly contagious and officials are urging residents to check vaccination status and watch for symptoms as contact tracing continues.
- 2E. coli outbreak linked to raw milk cheese sickens 13 across US●E. coli outbreak linked to raw milk cheese leads to 13 illnesses and eight hospitalizations across the US: FDA
Federal health officials are investigating an E. coli outbreak tied to raw milk cheese that has sickened 13 people across the United States, according to the FDA. Eight of those affected required hospitalization. The agency has not detailed which cheese products or brands are involved, and consumers are being advised to watch for updates as the investigation continues.
- 3RFK Jr. says cyclosporiasis outbreak under control amid 1,600 cases●RFK Jr. says cyclosporiasis outbreak is 'under control' amid at least 1,600 cases in 5 states
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said a cyclosporiasis outbreak is 'under control' even as at least 1,600 cases have been reported across five US states. The intestinal illness, typically linked to contaminated food or water, has sickened people in multiple states, and officials are facing questions about the response. Comments downplaying the outbreak while case counts rise are drawing scrutiny.
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The FDA has announced a recall of raw milk cheese linked to an E. coli outbreak. Multiple US news outlets, including DC News Now, WTNH and NewsNation, are reporting the recall, which affects consumers who may have purchased the cheese. Health officials typically urge anyone with symptoms of E. coli infection, such as severe stomach cramps and diarrhea, to seek medical attention. Further details about the brand and affected states have not been provided in early reports.
- 5Nine-state E. coli outbreak linked to raw milk cheese▼9-state E. coli outbreak linked to raw milk cheese
Health officials are investigating an E. coli outbreak that has spread across nine US states and has been linked to cheese made from raw, unpasteurised milk. No details on case numbers or the specific producer have been confirmed yet. Food safety watchers are urging consumers to check products and warning that unpasteurised dairy carries heightened contamination risks.
- 6Florida counties declare emergency over unusual dengue outbreak●Florida counties declare emergency over ‘wildly unusual’ dengue outbreak
Several Florida counties have declared a state of emergency in response to a dengue fever outbreak that health officials describe as 'wildly unusual'. The mosquito-borne illness, typically rare in the continental United States, has prompted local authorities to step up mosquito control measures and urge residents to take precautions against bites as case numbers climb beyond normal seasonal expectations.