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'Drain, dress, defend': The simple steps recommended to keep mosquitoes at bay

Mosquito-borne illnesses are a significant health risk in the U.S., with West Nile virus being the most common.

Two towns south of Boston now have "high" EEE risk, state says

Residents in Carver, Middleborough, and nearby areas are warned of high EEE risk from mosquitoes, advised to take preventive measures.

World first: malaria vaccine rollout begins in Cameroon

The rollout of the world's first malaria vaccine has begun in Cameroon.
Communication and trust with the public will be crucial for the success of the vaccine.

'Drain, dress, defend': The simple steps recommended to keep mosquitoes at bay

Mosquito-borne illnesses are a significant health risk in the U.S., with West Nile virus being the most common.

Two towns south of Boston now have "high" EEE risk, state says

Residents in Carver, Middleborough, and nearby areas are warned of high EEE risk from mosquitoes, advised to take preventive measures.

World first: malaria vaccine rollout begins in Cameroon

The rollout of the world's first malaria vaccine has begun in Cameroon.
Communication and trust with the public will be crucial for the success of the vaccine.
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River Ryan to have Tommy John surgery, becoming third Dodger to have procedure this year

Injuries are impacting the Dodgers' pitching staff with multiple young pitchers undergoing Tommy John surgery, prompting a thorough review for prevention measures.

Microsoft's AI Can Be Turned Into an Automated Phishing Machine

AI systems are vulnerable to attacks through email hijacking and poisoned databases, potentially leading to manipulative actions by hackers.
Security researchers stress the risks of allowing external data into AI systems, emphasizing the importance of prevention and monitoring.
Microsoft recognizes and collaborates on identifying AI vulnerabilities, highlighting the need for security measures to prevent post-compromise abuse.

Arkansas community college delays semester after cyberattack

Arkansas community college delays fall semester start by one week due to ransomware attack.
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3 months ago

Crowdstrike blames 'undetected error' for outage that grounded thousands of flights and shuttered retailers

CrowdStrike's global tech outage blamed on a bug in an update, leading to disruptions in flights, TV broadcasts, banks, hospitals, and retailers.
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5 months ago

White House report details all of 2023's major gov breaches

Cybersecurity incidents in US federal agencies increased by 9.9% in 2023, highlighting common vectors and challenges in prevention.

Crowdstrike blames 'undetected error' for outage that grounded thousands of flights and shuttered retailers

CrowdStrike's global tech outage blamed on a bug in an update, leading to disruptions in flights, TV broadcasts, banks, hospitals, and retailers.

White House report details all of 2023's major gov breaches

Cybersecurity incidents in US federal agencies increased by 9.9% in 2023, highlighting common vectors and challenges in prevention.
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Claws for alarm: Refrigerated lobster truck gets Storrowed

Storrow Drive in Boston is prone to vehicle incidents with low pedestrian bridges, like the recent lobster truck mishap.

Rates of melanoma skin cancer hit all-time high in UK, study finds

Melanoma skin cancer rates in the UK have increased, mainly among older individuals, showing the importance of sun safety and prevention.

5 practical ways to stay cool in hot weather

Heat-related illnesses risk increases with summer weather in Boston.

New antibiotic buys medicine time in the never-ending fight against superbugs

The fight against superbugs involves delaying antibiotic resistance by using treatments judiciously and investing in prevention measures and new vaccines.
#child-safety

Meta Signs Up to AI Development Principles Designed to Combat CSAM Content

Generative AI misuse can lead to severe child safety implications, urging for proactive prevention measures.

Death investigation launched after 2-month-old California baby found in SUV

Leaving a child in a hot car can lead to tragic outcomes, demonstrating the importance of awareness and prevention measures.

Meta Signs Up to AI Development Principles Designed to Combat CSAM Content

Generative AI misuse can lead to severe child safety implications, urging for proactive prevention measures.

Death investigation launched after 2-month-old California baby found in SUV

Leaving a child in a hot car can lead to tragic outcomes, demonstrating the importance of awareness and prevention measures.
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#vaccination

College student in Boston hospitalized with meningitis, reports say

Emmanuel College taking preventative actions after student hospitalized with meningitis
State guidelines for preventing meningitis spread include handwashing and vaccination

Mumps outbreak reported in NJ - the symptoms to watch out for

Residents in Hunterdon County, New Jersey, are urged to stay alert due to an outbreak of mumps tied to international travel. Health officials stress the importance of vaccination.

Mpox is on the rise in L.A. County. Here's how to avoid it

Cases of mpox in Los Angeles County rose, highlighting the importance of prevention measures and vaccination against the virus.

College student in Boston hospitalized with meningitis, reports say

Emmanuel College taking preventative actions after student hospitalized with meningitis
State guidelines for preventing meningitis spread include handwashing and vaccination

Mumps outbreak reported in NJ - the symptoms to watch out for

Residents in Hunterdon County, New Jersey, are urged to stay alert due to an outbreak of mumps tied to international travel. Health officials stress the importance of vaccination.

Mpox is on the rise in L.A. County. Here's how to avoid it

Cases of mpox in Los Angeles County rose, highlighting the importance of prevention measures and vaccination against the virus.
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Perry: Don't rob Peter to pay Paul - San Jose Spotlight

Permanent affordable housing is crucial for addressing homelessness effectively.
Interim solutions are essential in the short term, but long-term progress requires a combination of permanent affordable housing and prevention measures.

Utility company will pay $80 million to settle claims its equipment sparked devastating 2017 wildfire

Southern California Edison settled for $80 million over the 2017 Thomas fire without admitting fault.
The utility is implementing measures to prevent wildfires, following investigations attributing the fire to its equipment.

Sunak flood response too slow and not enough, says Starmer

Keir Starmer criticizes the government's response to flooding and vows to take pre-emptive action earlier in the year.
Starmer suggests creating a task force to bring together local authorities, emergency response, and local people to ensure prevention work is done.
#school-violence

It's time for a 'broken windows' policy for schools

School violence is a concerning issue that needs to be addressed
Punishments for school violence incidents are often ineffective

Violence prevention programs in school are one way to keep kids safe, experts say

Prevention measures and violence prevention efforts are crucial in schools to avoid tragedies and help students deal with big emotions.

It's time for a 'broken windows' policy for schools

School violence is a concerning issue that needs to be addressed
Punishments for school violence incidents are often ineffective

Violence prevention programs in school are one way to keep kids safe, experts say

Prevention measures and violence prevention efforts are crucial in schools to avoid tragedies and help students deal with big emotions.
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My father's role in investigating Aberfan and the sight he could never forget | Letter

The Aberfan disaster of 1966 led to significant safety improvements in the inspection of waste tips, preventing future tragedies.

DPH: First West Nile Virus of season found in mosquito samples on the South Shore

Health officials urge public to use bug spray outdoors to prevent West Nile virus and other mosquito-borne diseases.

Dengue fever alert issued in Florida Keys after confirmed cases

Health officials issued a dengue fever alert in the Florida Keys after locally acquired cases, emphasizing symptoms and prevention measures.

So THAT'S Why Some People Get Food Poisoning And Others Don't

Your eating habits and preferences can increase your risk of developing food poisoning.

Summer covid wave continues to surge with outbreaks from hospitals and weddings

The Health Protection Surveillance Centre in Ireland reported a rise in Covid cases, emphasizing the dominance of the JN.1 variant and the importance of ongoing vigilance and prevention measures.
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