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Two New Measles Exposure Sites Identified in Keizer
Local health officials in Keizer, Oregon, are warning residents of two new measles exposure sites identified in the area. The sites were confirmed after a person infected with measles visited the locations, putting others at risk of contracting the highly contagious disease. First Exposure Site: Gro...
Safeway in Se Portland Identified as Measles Exposure Site
The Oregon Health Authority (OHA) has identified a Safeway store in Southeast Portland as a potential measles exposure site, prompting health officials to warn the public about the risk of transmission. A person with measles visited the store on June 10th, potentially exposing others to the highly c...
Cdc Pauses Lab Testing of Rabies, Monkeypox and Other Infectious Diseases
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has made the decision to temporarily pause lab testing for various infectious diseases, citing concerns for the safety of laboratory workers. The halt, which affects testing for diseases such as rabies, monkeypox, and others, is aimed at preventin...
Eastern Utah Measles Outbreak Continues to Spread Rapidly
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has confirmed that a measles outbreak is underway in Eastern Utah, with the number of reported cases more than doubling within a week. The surge in cases has been reported in several counties, including Grand, San Juan, and Carbon. Increasing Conc...
Measles Exposure Reported at 2 Portland-area Restaurants
The Multnomah County Health Department has reported measles exposure at two Portland-area restaurants, prompting public health officials to issue a warning to residents. The affected restaurants, located in the city's downtown area, have been identified as potential sites of exposure for the highly ...
Possible Measles Exposure Reported at O’hare Airport
The Cook County Department of Public Health has issued a health alert after a possible measles exposure was reported at O'Hare International Airport in Chicago. According to officials, several individuals were potentially exposed to the highly contagious virus while traveling through the airport. Th...
Washington Clinicians Cite Cannabis-related Mental Health Risks
The survey, conducted by the Washington State Medical Association, aimed to assess the attitudes and concerns of clinicians regarding cannabis use and its potential effects on patients. According to the survey, 54% of clinicians believe that cannabis use poses a significant risk to mental health, wi...
Multnomah County Reports First Measles Case of 2024, Linked to Grocery Store Exposure
The Multnomah County Health Department has announced its first measles case of 2024, which was linked to exposure at a local grocery store. According to officials, the individual who contracted the virus visited the store while infectious, putting other shoppers at risk of exposure. This marks a con...
Meningitis Outbreaks on the Rise in the Us
The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has reported a significant increase in meningitis cases in recent months, with outbreaks detected in several states, including California, Florida, and Texas. According to the CDC, the majority of cases are caused by the bacterial strain Neisse...