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Nominee for CDC director Erica Schwartz pledges to uphold science amid concerns over health secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s controversial vaccine agenda.
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The CDC highlights the risk of contracting the cyclospora parasite from contaminated foods, which can lead to extended bouts of watery diarrhea and notable bowel symptoms.
The Hill | Jul 14, 2026, 1:22 PM
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Joan Rivet endured nine days trapped in her bathtub by using her foot to turn on the faucet and drink water, highlighting risks faced by older Americans who experience falls.
Guardian US | Jul 13, 2026, 10:39 AM
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New York City orders 31 Upper East Side buildings, including the Guggenheim Museum, to disinfect cooling towers amid a legionnaires’ disease outbreak.
Guardian US | Jul 12, 2026, 10:30 AM
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New York City orders 31 Upper East Side buildings, including the Guggenheim Museum, to remediate cooling towers amid a legionnaires’ disease outbreak.
Guardian US | Jul 12, 2026, 8:25 AM
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New York City health officials identify 31 Upper East Side buildings, including the Guggenheim, with legionella bacteria; remediation completed and no closure required.
Guardian US | Jul 12, 2026, 1:29 AM
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Democratic nominee Graham Platner ends his campaign amid multiple scandals, prompting Maine Democrats to select a new candidate before the July 27 deadline.
Guardian US | Jul 11, 2026, 2:18 AM
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Illinois Senator Tammy Duckworth opposes Nirav Shah’s run for Maine Senate, citing his handling of a deadly Legionnaires’ disease outbreak at an Illinois veterans home that killed 13 people.
Fox News Latest | Jul 11, 2026, 1:57 AM
investigations
Following a ProPublica investigation, two Democratic members of Congress call on the CDC to address increasing refusals of the vitamin K shot for newborns, linked to preventable bleeding and deaths.
ProPublica | Jul 10, 2026, 9:33 PM
politics
Following sexual assault allegations against Graham Platner, Maine Democrats are rapidly positioning candidates to replace him as their Senate nominee against GOP Sen. Susan Collins.
CBS Politics | Jul 9, 2026, 11:15 PM
world
Ebola death toll in the Democratic Republic of Congo rises to 600 with over 1,700 confirmed cases amid spreading conflict and displacement.
Africanews | Jul 9, 2026, 10:08 PM
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Following rape allegations against Democratic Senate candidate Graham Platner, Dan Kleban, owner of Maine Beer Company, announces his bid for the nomination.
The Hill | Jul 9, 2026, 7:35 AM
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State Rep. Valli Geiger says Senate candidate Graham Platner encouraged her to consider replacing him if he withdraws, though he has not formally dropped out.
Fox News Latest | Jul 8, 2026, 11:57 PM
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Following allegations against Graham Platner, Maine Democrats consider potential candidates to replace him ahead of the 2026 Senate race against Susan Collins.
Fox News Latest | Jul 8, 2026, 10:32 AM
politics
Dr. Debra Houry highlights a significant decline in public trust in the CDC following leadership changes under HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
The Hill | Jul 6, 2026, 12:28 AM
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Flesh-eating bacteria and other health risks are increasing as federal health agencies face workforce reductions and funding cuts.
CBS Politics | Jul 1, 2026, 10:49 AM
world
A severe heatwave across East Asia has caused animal deaths in Tokyo and prompted emergency responses in South Korea and Japan.
Al Jazeera | Aug 4, 2026, 6:33 PM
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A cyclosporiasis outbreak linked to lettuce has led to significant crop losses and decreased consumer demand across the U.S., impacting farmers in California’s Salinas Valley and beyond.
Fox News Latest | Aug 1, 2026, 11:41 PM
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Ghana anticipates a significant drop in cocoa output next season, citing erratic weather, disease, and illegal mining as key factors.
Africanews | Jul 31, 2026, 4:38 PM
politics
In an extended interview, NIH Director Jay Bhattacharya addresses key topics including Dr. Anthony Fauci's pandemic response, the origins of COVID-19, and vaccine developments.
CBS Politics | Jul 30, 2026, 5:18 AM
politics
Florida Court of Appeal rules against Rebekah Jones, who claimed whistleblower status after her 2020 dismissal from the Florida Department of Health.
Reason | Jul 30, 2026, 1:30 AM
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Health officials report a third death and at least 74 cases in an ongoing Legionnaires' disease outbreak in New York City, with investigations continuing into the source.
ABC Top Stories | Jul 20, 2026, 4:57 AM
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Following Graham Platner’s withdrawal from the Maine US Senate race amid sexual assault allegations, progressive groups and lawmakers are rallying behind new candidates while centrist Democrats urge caution.
Guardian US | Jul 9, 2026, 10:28 PM
politics
Following a new sexual assault allegation, top Democrats and veterans organizations call on Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner to exit the race, while Platner denies the claims and considers his next steps.
The Hill | Jul 7, 2026, 1:13 AM
