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Ebola outbreak in Democratic Republic of Congo sees significant rise in cases and deaths

The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has significantly worsened, with thousands of confirmed cases and deaths reported.

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Trump proposes splitting combination vaccines into separate injections

Trump proposed requiring vaccines to be administered as separate injections instead of combination shots.

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Ebola outbreak in DRC spreads to sixth province

The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo has spread to Bas-Uele province after a man died there, marking the outbreak's expansion to a sixth province.

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Surrogate gives birth in Texas to baby with heart defect after fleeing from California

A surrogate mother gave birth to a baby with a heart defect in Texas after fleeing from California, where she initially agreed to an abortion.

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Texas court orders medical treatment for surrogate in child health defect case

A Texas court mandated medical treatment for a surrogate after the intended parents requested an abortion due to fetal health defects.

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Navy leadership meets with families of USS Abraham Lincoln sailors regarding mental health

Navy leadership met with families of USS Abraham Lincoln sailors to discuss mental health concerns related to the ship's deployment.

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Eli Lilly files lawsuits against entities selling unauthorized retatrutide products

Eli Lilly is suing six entities for selling unauthorized versions of its experimental weight-loss drug, retatrutide.

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Trial examines medications prescribed to Lindsay Clancy prior to children's deaths

Lindsay Clancy's trial examines the medications she was prescribed prior to the deaths of her children, highlighting concerns about mental health care.

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WHO chief comments on changes to US vaccine policy for children

The head of the World Health Organization criticized changes to U.S. vaccine policy for children, expressing concern over the alignment with established evidence.

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FDA Reports Cyclospora Contamination Resolved in Fresh Produce

The FDA has announced that cyclospora contamination in fresh produce has been resolved, restoring confidence in food safety.

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Increased cases of parasitic screwworm confirmed in various regions

Increased cases of parasitic screwworm have been confirmed in various regions, affecting both animals and humans.

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Congress urged to fund nursing workforce development programs

Congress is being urged to allocate $346 million for nursing workforce development programs to address the nursing shortage.

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Increase in injuries among children in e-scooter accidents in England

Research shows a rise in injuries among children involved in e-scooter accidents in England.

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AI improves efficiency and reduces costs in clinical trials for cancer treatments

A study found that AI can speed up cancer drug clinical trials and reduce costs significantly.

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Trump questions safety of childhood vaccines and rolls back recommendations

The US president has questioned the safety of childhood vaccines and rolled back some recommendations.

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Report highlights lack of access to prenatal care for women in the U.S.

A report reveals that millions of women in the U.S. lack access to adequate maternity care, with many living in areas classified as maternity care deserts.

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Administration finalizes rule on Medicaid funding for transgender healthcare for minors

The administration finalized a rule restricting federal Medicaid funding for transgender healthcare for minors.

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Hims & Hers to offer compounded peptides

Hims & Hers Health plans to sell compounded peptides, including U.S. manufactured products and clinical guidance.

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Cornyn shares data on vaccine effectiveness following executive order on childhood vaccines

Senator John Cornyn shared information on vaccine effectiveness in response to President Trump's executive order on childhood vaccinations.

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Study explores the impact of GLP-1 drugs on birth control and fertility

Research indicates that GLP-1 medications may reduce the effectiveness of contraceptives and potentially enhance fertility.

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Increase in deaths linked to vibriosis prompts warnings for beachgoers

Several deaths linked to vibriosis have prompted health warnings for beachgoers in southern states.

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Trump's vaccine order receives criticism from various groups

Trump's vaccine order has drawn criticism from various groups, highlighting divisions in public health policy.

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WHO defends immunization guidelines after reduction in U.S. vaccine recommendations

The World Health Organization defended its immunization guidelines after President Trump signed an executive order to reduce recommended childhood vaccines in the U.S.

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Trump signs order regarding childhood vaccines and MMR shots

Former President Trump signed an order recommending changes to childhood vaccinations, specifically separating the MMR vaccine into individual shots.

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Trump signs executive order on vaccine recommendations for children

Trump signed an executive order recommending changes to the MMR vaccine administration for children and enhancing vaccine research.

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Congo's Ebola outbreak began before official declaration, WHO reports

The World Health Organization reported that the Ebola outbreak in Congo began months before it was officially declared.

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Taylor Farms recalls jalapeno products due to salmonella concerns

Taylor Farms is recalling jalapeno products due to salmonella contamination, affecting consumers in 26 states.

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Taylor Farms recalls salsa and guacamole due to salmonella risk

Taylor Farms is recalling salsa and guacamole due to a potential salmonella contamination linked to fresh jalapeños.

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Heat-health alerts issued for regions in England as temperatures rise

Heat-health alerts have been issued in England as temperatures rise, affecting public health, especially for vulnerable groups.

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Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez discusses her decision to freeze her eggs

Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez's decision to freeze her eggs highlights the importance of reproductive health discussions.