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Mar 26 2024
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US measles cases surpass 2023 total, CDC says. Here's which states have confirmed cases.
Measles cases in the U.S. continue to increase, so much so that this year's amount has already surpassed 2023's total, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). As of March 21, the CDC confirmed that 64 measles cases have been reported by 17 jurisdictions — including Arizona, California, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Louisiana, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota,
The Courier-JournalFeb 23 2024
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Contagious Stomach Bug Spreading Across NJ, Northeast: CDC
NEW JERSEY — Cases of a nasty stomach bug known as norovirus have spiked in recent weeks across several Northeast states, including New Jersey, according to recent data published by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Norovirus is a highly contagious virus that causes vomiting and diarrhea. Often called the "stomach flu," anyone can become infected or sick with norovirus. Norovirus
Patch.comFeb 23 2024
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Nasty Stomach Bug Cases Spike In Connecticut, Northeast: CDC
CONNECTICUT — Cases of a nasty stomach bug known as norovirus have spiked in recent weeks across Connecticut and other Northeast states, according to recent data published by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Norovirus is a contagious virus that causes vomiting, diarrhea, nausea and stomach pain. It spreads from physical contact and through contaminated foods and surfaces.
Patch.comFeb 23 2024
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Contagious Stomach Bug Spreading Across VA, South: CDC
VIRGINIA — Cases of a nasty stomach bug known as norovirus have spiked in recent weeks across several southern U.S. states, including Virginia, according to recent data published by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Norovirus is a highly contagious virus that causes vomiting and diarrhea. Often called the "stomach flu," anyone can become infected or sick with norovirus, according
Patch.comMar 01 2024
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Deaths linked to excessive drinking surged during COVID-19 pandemic: CDC
Deaths linked to excessive drinking surged during the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a new study from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC).
The study in the CDC’s Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report found that the average annual number of deaths from “excessive alcohol use” rose by around 30 percent from 2016-2017 to 2020-2021. In the same period, the average annual number of deaths
The HillMar 01 2024
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Some local experts urge caution as CDC relaxes COVID isolation guidelines
CHICAGO (CBS) -- The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention issued new guidelines for COVID-19 – under which the virus that essentially shut down the world four years ago will be treated more like the flu. The new guidelines end guidance for Americans to stay home for five days after testing positive for COVID. The agency cited improvements in the rates of hospitalizations and deaths
CBS News (Online)Mar 11 2024
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CDC to help with measles response after 2nd child diagnosed at Chicago migrant shelter
CDC to help with measles response after 2nd child diagnosed at Chicago migrant shelter A measles outbreak at a Pilsen migrant shelter in Chicago has a team from the CDC coming to the city to help with the response. A measles outbreak at a Pilsen migrant shelter in Chicago has a team from the CDC coming to the city to help with the response. A measles outbreak at a Pilsen migrant shelter in
ABC 7 ChicagoMar 11 2024
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CDC helping Chicago officials respond to city's 1st measles cases since 2019
Three cases have been confirmed by city officials in the last week. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is reportedly sending a team to Chicago to help health officials respond to the first measles cases detected in the city since 2019. Over the last week, three cases of the highly infectious virus have been confirmed. The Chicago Department of Public Health announced Sunday a
ABC News (Online)Feb 23 2024
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Nasty Stomach Bug Cases Heave Upward In NYC, Northeast: CDC
NEW YORK CITY — Cases of a nasty stomach bug known as norovirus have spiked in recent weeks across New York City and other Northeast states, according to recent data published by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Norovirus is a highly contagious virus that causes vomiting and diarrhea. Often called the "stomach flu" or gastroenteritis, anyone can become infected or sick with
Patch.comMar 15 2024
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CDC Director Dr. Mandy Cohen visits Triangle to celebrate 'Match Day' with UNC medical students
Dr. Cohen visits UNC School of Medicine students to speak about importance of strong health workforce Dr. Mandy Cohen, the CDC Director in Atlanta, is back in the Triangle to talk with students at the UNC School of Medicine. Dr. Cohen is in the Triangle to celebrate "Match Day" with students at the UNC School of Medicine and talk with them about the importance of building a strong health
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