Deadly fires across California over the past several years have shown how wildfire has become a serious public health and safety issue. Health effects from fires close to or in populated areas range from smoke exposure to ...
Oct 15, 2019
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Iran warned Sunday of a resurgence of the novel coronavirus as it reported 51 new deaths, almost a month after it started to relax a nationwide lockdown.
May 10, 2020
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As tick season gets into full swing, we spoke with two experts who study them to learn about the latest in tick research and how to stay protected. Emily Struckhoff is a vector-borne disease program specialist with Penn State ...
Jul 6, 2023
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Pedestrian deaths have surged on U.S. roads in recent years, and they are climbing again.
Feb 28, 2023
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The first-ever deaths from the Oropouche virus, a little-known disease spread by the bites of infected midges and mosquitoes, have been recorded in Brazil.
Jul 26, 2024
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For most of us in the west, epidemics are what happen to other people. COVID-19 has changed that.
May 11, 2020
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Zambia is reeling from a major cholera outbreak that has killed more than 400 people and infected more than 10,000, leading authorities to order schools across the country to remain shut after the end-of-year holidays.
Jan 17, 2024
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It's unlikely any region of the world will escape the effects of climate change. These include increasing temperatures, more frequent and intense extreme weather events such as bushfires and floods, rising sea levels, and ...
Jan 9, 2024
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Imagine the shock of your baby being born with a swollen brain, blindness and debilitating seizures. Now imagine learning that these devastating conditions could have been prevented if you took a simple test for the common ...
Jul 11, 2024
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When we think of spring, we might imagine rebirth and renewal that comes with the warmer weather and longer days. It's usually a time to celebrate, flock to spring flower festivals and spend more time in nature.
Oct 2, 2023
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