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July 7, 2024

New medications, caregiver stress relievers and epilepsy awareness top this week's health news

This week's health roundup includes a new Alzheimer's medication, a man's fight for epilepsy awareness, tips for relieving caregiver stress, a summer COVID surge and more.

July 5, 2024

In Colorado, plague case confirmed in human, health officials say: ‘Must be treated promptly’

A human case of the plague has been confirmed in Pueblo County, Colorado, according to health officials. Experts share tips for preventing spread of the bacterial infection.

July 3, 2024

Local dengue fever cases confirmed in Florida Keys, spread by mosquito bites

Two locally acquired cases of mosquito-borne dengue fever have been confirmed in the Florida Keys. Officials and experts share prevention efforts as infections hit record highs around the world.

July 3, 2024

NIH's bat vivarium for virology studies in Colorado sparks concern from residents, academics

The National Institutes of Health is collaborating with Colorado State University to construct a virology research center to study infected bats on the school's Foothills campus

July 2, 2024

Alabama woman bitten by rabid fox while unloading groceries from car: 'Public health threat'

An Alabama woman was recently bit by a rabid fox as she unloaded groceries from her car, according to local reports. Dr. Marc Siegel of New York weighed in on risks and treatment.

July 2, 2024

Tennessee woman awarded nearly $700K after being fired for refusing COVID-19 vaccine requirement

A Tennessee woman who was fired for refusing BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee's COVID-19 employee vaccine mandate received a nearly $700,000 settlement.

June 30, 2024

Amid summer COVID surge warning from CDC, should you worry? Doctors weigh in

A summer COVID surge is underway in the U.S., warns the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention — so should you be concerned? Two doctors share their input on risks and prevention.

June 29, 2024

Kinkajou found abandoned and wandering Washington state road

A type of exotic pet made famous by Paris Hilton was rescued earlier this week after being found climbing a dusty Washington road pole and leaving officials scratching their heads.

June 27, 2024

Shigella outbreak: 10 cases confirmed among Santa Clara County homeless community, 22 suspected

Ten individuals in the homeless community of Santa Clara County, California, have been confirmed for infection by shigella bacteria, with a further 22 suspected.

June 26, 2024

House hearing exposes Biden FDA 'politicization,' fallout of rushed COVID vaccine approval for kids, military

House Republicans heard from doctors and other witnesses about the “politicization" of the FDA under the Biden administration regarding the COVID vaccine.