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Marburg Virus: Eight Died In Suspected Outbreak In Tanzania

Wed, 2025-01-15 16:55 — mike kraft
What Is Marburg Virus? Eight Killed In Suspected Outbreak In Tanzania Nine cases of the deadly disease have been reported in the Kagera region of Tanzania so far. But officials expect that number to rise. Katherine Hignett Forbes

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The dangers of wind-blown ash and smoke from large scale fires

Wed, 2025-01-15 15:22 — mike kraft
What threats lurk in the smoke and ash of L.A.-area fires? New health warnings Officials are warning of windblown ash and other pollutants from Los Angeles-area fires and say air quality readers won't pick up on the ash pollutants. Los Angeles Times

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Various reasons why COVID-19 seems to becoming milder-- experts suggest

Wed, 2025-01-15 15:14 — mike kraft
The mystery of why Covid-19 seems to be becoming milder Covid-19 is now ubiquitous – but hospitalisations seem to be on a downward trajectory. No one knows why. David Cox BBC

 

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Vulnerable persons take precautions against COVID-19 as most move on

Wed, 2025-01-15 15:00 — mike kraft
Vulnerable Americans live in the shadow of COVID-19 as most move on People with immune system health problems continue to take precautions against COVID-19 five years into the pandemic. AP News

This month marks the fifth anniversary of the first confirmed case of COVID-19 in the U.S. The virus would go on to kill 1.2 million Americans and disrupt countless lives.

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Mpox: Sierra Leone declares public health emergency

Tue, 2025-01-14 15:58 — mike kraft
Sierra Leone declares public health emergency over mpox The West African nation has detected two cases in less than four days, spurring health authorities to take action to limit the spread of the viral disease. Deutsche Welle

 

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California wildfire ash and air pollution risks remain strong; advice for coping

Tue, 2025-01-14 15:25 — mike kraft
Risks from ash and air pollution remain for people returning after wildfires. Here’s how to stay safe | CNN As people return to the structures spared from Los Angeles wildfires, experts warn that they should be careful of the air inside and be especially cautious when cleaning up. Smoke, ash and all the toxic chemicals that come with both can seep into even well-sealed homes. Jen Christensen CNN

 

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Moe than 700 Public health experts, scientists warn senators against confirming RFK Jr

Mon, 2025-01-13 22:50 — mike kraft
Public health experts, scientists warn senators on confirming RFK Jr A new coalition of more than 700 public health professionals, scientists and activists signed an open letter to oppose Senate confirmation of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as health secretary, saying his “… nweixel The Hill
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Los Angeles fires strain local health system, doctors and nurses

Mon, 2025-01-13 15:25 — mike kraft
Doctors, Nurses Press Ahead as Wildfires Strain Los Angeles' Health Care - KFF Health News A primary care clinic burned, medical offices closed, and hospitals struggled with possible evacuations. The wildfires that have incinerated large swaths of Los Angeles County are stressing the region’s health care infrastructure. Still, providers continue to find ways to deliver vital care. khngabeb KFF Health News

 

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Misinformation issue/Opinion: As Los Angeles fires spread, prominent rightwing figures are spreading misinformation

Fri, 2025-01-10 16:36 — mike kraft
US right wing fans misinformation fires as firefighters battle Los Angeles blazes A similar campaign of rumors and lies was seen after the North Carolina hurricane, with DEI a primary target The Guardian
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Wildfires and climate change--studies; 2024 confirmed as hotest year on record.

Fri, 2025-01-10 16:13 — mike kraft
How are wildfires connected to rising temperatures? The specter of flames devouring built environments has become more familiar over recent years and is often blamed on climate change. But is that always the case? Deutsche Welle
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