Articles tagged with #public health
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South Carolina Reports 124 New Measles Cases as Outbreak Grows
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) recently announced an outbreak of measles, with the state reporting 124 new cases. This brings the total number of cases to 225, with the majority of those affected being unvaccinated individuals. The outbreak has sparked conce...
Oregon Confirms First Measles Cases of 2026, Public Urged to Review Vaccinations
The Oregon Health Authority (OHA) has announced the confirmation of two measles cases in the Portland metropolitan area, marking the state's first reported cases of the virus this year. According to health officials, the individuals were exposed to the virus while traveling abroad, and the infection...
South Carolina Reports 99 New Measles Cases
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has confirmed that the measles cases in South Carolina are linked to an outbreak that began in September 2023. The outbreak has been attributed to low vaccination rates in the state, with some areas reporting vaccination rates as low as 50%. Healt...
Cdc Makes Shocking Decision to Sidelined Certain Childhood Vaccines
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has taken a bold step by sidelining several childhood vaccines, leaving health experts and parents alike scrambling to understand the implications. According to a recent announcement, the CDC has removed several vaccines from its recommended sched...
Backyard Flock in Franklin County Tests Positive for Bird Flu
The North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (NCDA&CS) has confirmed a case of avian influenza in a backyard flock in Franklin County. According to officials, the disease was detected through a voluntary reporting program, and immediate action was taken to contain the outbreak....
New Federal Screening Guidance Expands Cervical Cancer Testing with an At-home Hpv Option
The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) has published new guidelines for cervical cancer screening, which recommend a broader range of testing options, including at-home HPV tests. This change in approach has been widely welcomed by healthcare professionals and patient advocacy groups. New ...
U.s. Overhauls Childhood Vaccine Schedule, Reduces Number of Shots Recommended for Young Children
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) have made significant changes to the childhood vaccine schedule in the United States, recommending fewer shots for young children. The changes aim to simplify the vaccination process and reduce the risk of adverse reactions. New Schedule Simplifie...
Flu Cases Surge Globally as New Variant Spreads Rapidly
The World Health Organization (WHO) has issued a warning about the spread of a new flu variant, citing a sharp increase in cases globally. According to the WHO, the new strain is highly contagious and has already caused widespread illness in several countries, including the United States, China, and...
Measles Exposure Confirmed at Downtown Hotspots - Public Urged to Get Vaccinated
Measles exposure has been a growing concern in recent years, with outbreaks reported in various parts of the country. In Greenville, South Carolina, health officials have confirmed that multiple individuals were exposed to the virus at a popular downtown restaurant, an electronics store, and a libra...