Public Health
History of Major Foodborne Illness Outbreaks in the U.S.
Recent investigations into cyclospora and salmonella outbreaks are drawing parallels to past foodborne illness crises in the U.S. As of August 4, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reported 10,468 lab-confirmed cases of
Rising Cases of Vibrio Vulnificus Infections in the U.S.
Six people have died after contracting Vibrio vulnificus, commonly referred to as the ‘flesh-eating’ bacterium, in Louisiana and Florida this year. Vibrio vulnificus is known to cause severe infections, and warnings have emerged in multiple
Joe Biden’s Battle with Prostate Cancer: A Family’s Struggle
Former President Joe Biden is facing a challenging battle with prostate cancer. His son, Hunter Biden, recently revealed that the cancer has spread to other parts of his body. In an interview with the BBC,
How to Choose and Use the Most Protective N95 Masks
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), N95 respirators offer the highest level of protection among different types of face masks. They are designed to filter at least 95% of airborne particles,
Cornell University Bans Processing of Wild Game on Campus
Cornell University has implemented a ban on processing wild game in school kitchens. This decision comes after an incident involving students who prepared a bear carcass in a dormitory kitchen. The policy explicitly states, “Processing
MaineHealth to Close Damariscotta Maternity Unit Amid Community Pushback
The board of trustees for MaineHealth has decided to close the labor and delivery unit at Lincoln Hospital in Damariscotta. This decision follows months of discussions and opposition from the community. The closure is set
US Sees Surge in Foodborne Illness Outbreaks: How Testing Has Advanced
The United States is experiencing an increase in foodborne illness outbreaks. Health officials are tracking multiple sources to identify origins and prevent further spread. Advancements in testing have improved detection and response times. Health agencies
Challenges in Baltimore as Federal Policy Changes Threaten Harm Reduction Efforts
A person uses a test strip in New York to detect fentanyl in heroin on August 22, 2018, highlighting the risk of overdose. In Baltimore, similar efforts are under threat due to new federal policies.
Surge in Flesh-Eating Bacteria Deaths in Louisiana Raises Health Concerns
In Louisiana, a significant rise in deaths due to a “flesh-eating” bacteria has heightened health concerns. This year, five individuals have succumbed to Vibrio vulnificus, marking a sharp increase from previous years’ fatalities. Health experts
Federal Decertification of Organ Procurement Organization in Kentucky
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has initiated the decertification process for Network for Hope, an organ procurement organization serving Kentucky and parts of Indiana, Ohio, and West Virginia. This action follows federal