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White House addresses growing parasite outbreak after more than 400 Americans sickened

July 16, 2026

White House addresses growing parasite outbreak after more than 400 Americans sickened

The CDC warns a cyclospora parasite outbreak has sickened over 400 people across four states, but investigators have yet to identify the contaminated food.

Is lettuce still safe to eat amid Taco Bell illness probe? Doctors answer

July 15, 2026

Is lettuce still safe to eat amid Taco Bell illness probe? Doctors answer

Doctors say the risk of Cyclospora from eating lettuce remains extremely low, but recommend washing all leafy greens thoroughly amid the Taco Bell probe.

Tim Walz becomes GOP punchline in sweeping new war on welfare fraud

July 15, 2026

Tim Walz becomes GOP punchline in sweeping new war on welfare fraud

The "WALZ Act" targets welfare fraud and COVID abuse in a sweeping package projected to save taxpayers roughly $240 billion in federal funds.

CDC links parasitic infection outbreak to lettuce in more than 30 states

July 14, 2026

CDC links parasitic infection outbreak to lettuce in more than 30 states

Fox News anchor Martha MacCallum and correspondent Brooke Taylor discuss the cyclosporiasis outbreak linked to lettuce, with cases reported in more than 30 states, on 'The Story.'

Could flesh-eating screwworms end up in your beef? USDA reveals risk level

July 14, 2026

Could flesh-eating screwworms end up in your beef? USDA reveals risk level

Experts say the New World screwworm parasite threatening Texas cattle does not contaminate meat, milk or produce despite its spread across the U.S.

Former CDC director details massive parasite outbreak sweeping 31 states

July 14, 2026

Former CDC director details massive parasite outbreak sweeping 31 states

Former CDC Director Dr. Robert Redfield joins 'Fox & Friends' to discuss the cyclosporiasis parasite outbreak reportedly linked to produce. Redfield warns the pathogen is highly resistant to traditional washing methods.

Dr Drew argues panic over Cyclosporiasis outbreak is unnecessary, says illness is ‘easily’ treatable

July 13, 2026

Dr Drew argues panic over Cyclosporiasis outbreak is unnecessary, says illness is ‘easily’ treatable

Board-certified physician Dr. Drew Pinsky eases worry surrounding the Cyclosporiasis outbreak in the U.S., which is a stomach illness likely caused by produce consumption, on ‘The Will Cain Show.’

Sen Lindsey Graham’s sudden death caused by aortic dissection

July 13, 2026

Sen Lindsey Graham’s sudden death caused by aortic dissection

Fox News senior medical analyst Dr. Marc Siegel analyzes Sen. Lindsey Graham’s cause of death and concerns of a cyclosporiasis outbreak on ‘Fox & Friends.

Popular NYC museum tests positive for Legionnaires' disease bacteria amid outbreak

July 12, 2026

Popular NYC museum tests positive for Legionnaires' disease bacteria amid outbreak

The Guggenheim Museum was among 31 Upper East Side buildings ordered to disinfect cooling towers after testing positive for Legionella bacteria.

Last American to use an iron lung dies at 78 years old after childhood polio diagnosis

July 11, 2026

Last American to use an iron lung dies at 78 years old after childhood polio diagnosis

Martha Lillard contracted polio at age 5 and relied on an iron lung to breathe, but COVID-19 left her dependent on the machine nearly 24 hours a day.