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fromNature
1 week ago
Public health

Measles, polio, tuberculosis: what's causing spikes in infectious diseases?

Public health
fromScary Mommy
3 months ago

One Mom Explains How Measles Outbreaks Can Cause Havoc For Daycare Families

Measles cases in the U.S. reached a 30 year high with 1,319 cases reported and two child fatalities.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

The Trump administration is making viruses great again | Arwa Mahdawi

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is undermining vaccine progress by making controversial health recommendations, notably regarding measles and Covid-19 vaccinations.
fromNature
1 week ago
Public health

Measles, polio, tuberculosis: what's causing spikes in infectious diseases?

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fromNature
1 week ago

We need more than good science to fight infectious disease

Immunology is at a pivotal moment. The huge successes in public health brought about by vaccines are now facing erosion, as anti-vaccination sentiments spread around the world and the United States cuts funding to domestic and overseas infectious-disease research. Measles, for example, was declared eliminated in the United States in 2000 by the World Health Organization, but in July this year, there were more reported cases than in any year since 1992.
Science
Public health
fromwww.twincities.com
1 week ago

Government shutdown means many CDC experts are skipping a pivotal meeting on infectious disease

CDC researchers missed a major infectious disease conference due to the government shutdown, reducing U.S. participation amid rising measles and whooping cough cases.
Public health
fromArs Technica
2 weeks ago

Measles outbreak in SC sends 150 unvaccinated kids into 21-day quarantine

Measles is spreading undetected in northern South Carolina, affecting Spartanburg and Greenville, with unvaccinated children quarantined and vaccination urged.
#outbreak
Public health
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

A massive outbreak has made Ontario the measles epicentre of the western hemisphere

Canada faces a serious measles outbreak, risking its elimination status due to a large number of unvaccinated cases.
The outbreak has seen a concerning connection to fatalities and serious health impacts on vulnerable infants.
Public health
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

A massive outbreak has made Ontario the measles epicentre of the western hemisphere

Canada faces a serious measles outbreak, risking its elimination status due to a large number of unvaccinated cases.
The outbreak has seen a concerning connection to fatalities and serious health impacts on vulnerable infants.
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Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 weeks ago

Ontario declares measles outbreak over after more than 2,300 infections | CBC News

Ontario's measles outbreak infected 2,375 people across 26 public health units, caused infant deaths, and has been declared over after the last case's rash began Aug. 21.
Public health
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago

Measles exposure possible at 2 Vaughan locations, public health agency warns | CBC News

Possible measles exposures at Kids Club Toronto (Sept.12) and Cortellucci Vaughan Hospital ER (Sept.15–16); exposed people should confirm vaccination and monitor symptoms.
Public health
fromSFGATE
1 month ago

'A painful reminder': California child dies of rare measles complication

A Los Angeles County child who contracted measles as an infant died years later from subacute sclerosing panencephalitis, a rare fatal measles complication.
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SF parents
fromArs Technica
5 months ago

Heartbreaking video shows deadly risk of skipping measles vaccine

SSPE is a progressive and fatal neurological condition that occurs after measles infection, with severe symptoms developing over time.
SF parents
fromArs Technica
5 months ago

Heartbreaking video shows deadly risk of skipping measles vaccine

SSPE is a progressive and fatal neurological condition that occurs after measles infection, with severe symptoms developing over time.
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fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Vaccination plea after baby's 'terrifying' measles

Nowhere in the north-east of England and Cumbria has the childhood measles, mumps and rubella (MMR) vaccination rate of 95% needed to achieve the "herd immunity" at which point disease does not spread, latest figures show.
Public health
#cdc
Alternative medicine
fromNatural Health News
4 months ago

CDC wants plane travel LOCKDOWN for all humans who haven't received the toxic MEASLES PLANDEMIC VACCINE, even though vaccines don't work

Measles exposure has been confirmed on flights, prompting health officials to urge unvaccinated travelers to postpone their trips.
Alternative medicine
fromNatural Health News
4 months ago

CDC wants plane travel LOCKDOWN for all humans who haven't received the toxic MEASLES PLANDEMIC VACCINE, even though vaccines don't work

Measles exposure has been confirmed on flights, prompting health officials to urge unvaccinated travelers to postpone their trips.
Coronavirus
fromCbsnews
4 months ago

CDC steps up measles travel warning after spread in airplane

Infectious travelers are increasing the risk of measles outbreaks in public transport and tourist areas in the U.S.
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fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago
Toronto

Measles case confirmed on Air Canada flight from Newark to Toronto last month, officials say | CBC News

fromTruthout
3 months ago
Public health

At Least 1,277 Measles Cases Identified in 2025 So Far - the Highest Number Since 1992

fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago
Toronto

Measles case confirmed on Air Canada flight from Newark to Toronto last month, officials say | CBC News

fromTruthout
3 months ago
Public health

At Least 1,277 Measles Cases Identified in 2025 So Far - the Highest Number Since 1992

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Public health
fromCbsnews
2 months ago

Measles case confirmed in Passaic County, New Jersey, health officials say

A case of measles has been confirmed in Passaic County, New Jersey, linked to international travel.
fromtheworld.org
11 months ago

The World

An estimated 107,500 people died from measles in 2023, most of them under the age of five, according to a new World Health Organization study.
World news
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Prominent US anti-vaxxer says he caught measles and traveled back home

Anti-vaccine activist Brian Hooker caught measles and potentially spread it without alerting authorities or seeking confirmation of his illness.
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
3 months ago

Why are measles cases rising in the UK?

A young child died from measles in Liverpool, prompting concern over rising cases attributed to low MMR vaccine uptake.
#vaccination-rates
fromFortune
3 months ago
Public health

America faces worst measles outbreak since 1992 with low-vaccinated Texas at the epicenter

Public health
fromtime.com
4 months ago

Measles Vaccination Rates Are Plummeting Across the U.S.

Vaccination rates for MMR have dropped significantly during the COVID-19 pandemic, raising concerns about potential outbreaks.
Mental health
fromWIRED
5 months ago

The Dangerous Decline in Vaccination Rates

Vaccination rates decline have contributed to the resurgence of measles in the U.S., reversing its status as an eliminated disease.
fromFortune
3 months ago
Public health

America faces worst measles outbreak since 1992 with low-vaccinated Texas at the epicenter

Public health
fromtime.com
4 months ago

Measles Vaccination Rates Are Plummeting Across the U.S.

Vaccination rates for MMR have dropped significantly during the COVID-19 pandemic, raising concerns about potential outbreaks.
Mental health
fromWIRED
5 months ago

The Dangerous Decline in Vaccination Rates

Vaccination rates decline have contributed to the resurgence of measles in the U.S., reversing its status as an eliminated disease.
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fromwww.bbc.com
4 months ago

How to stay safe at festivals this summer

"Most risks can be avoided by taking simple steps to help protect yourself, remembering to keep yourself cool and avoid excess alcohol can help keep you safe during periods of hot weather."
Health
#health
fromNew York Post
5 months ago
NYC music

Shakira concertgoers may have been exposed to measles at sold-out MetLife show, New Jersey health officials warn

NYC music
fromNew York Post
5 months ago

Shakira concertgoers may have been exposed to measles at sold-out MetLife show, New Jersey health officials warn

A potentially infected concertgoer attended Shakira's MetLife Stadium performance, exposing thousands to measles.
Alternative medicine
fromArs Technica
6 months ago

Controversial doc gets measles while treating unvaccinated kids-keeps working

Unproven measles treatments by Dr. Ben Edwards raise health concerns, especially after he contracted the virus himself while treating patients.
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NYC music
fromConsequence
5 months ago

Shakira concert attendees potentially exposed to measles, New Jersey officials say

Attendees at Shakira's concert may have been exposed to measles, prompting health warnings.
NYC parents
fromwww.npr.org
6 months ago

Like measles, misinformation is spreading, poll finds

Misinformation around measles persists despite overall confidence in vaccine safety, indicating many people's confusion regarding facts and false claims.
Coronavirus
fromwww.cbc.ca
6 months ago

Ontario reports over 100 new measles cases, bringing total to 925 | CBC News

Measles cases in Ontario have reached 925, with unvaccinated infants and children predominantly affected.
#misinformation
Alternative medicine
fromWIRED
6 months ago

Anti-Vaxxers Are Grifting Off the Measles Outbreak-and Claim a Bioweapon Caused It

CHD promotes misinformation on measles and vaccines, despite evidence to the contrary.
US news
fromeuronews
6 months ago

RFK Jr's appointment 'empowers' Europe's anti-vaxxers, researchers say

Social media misinformation about vaccines is linked to rising measles cases in Europe, engaging a significant number of users.
Alternative medicine
fromWIRED
6 months ago

Anti-Vaxxers Are Grifting Off the Measles Outbreak-and Claim a Bioweapon Caused It

CHD promotes misinformation on measles and vaccines, despite evidence to the contrary.
US news
fromeuronews
6 months ago

RFK Jr's appointment 'empowers' Europe's anti-vaxxers, researchers say

Social media misinformation about vaccines is linked to rising measles cases in Europe, engaging a significant number of users.
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