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Hong Kong to cull 900 pigs in wake of deadly swine fever outbreak

December 9, 2023

Hong Kong to cull 900 pigs in wake of deadly swine fever outbreak

Hong Kong authorities have ordered more than 900 pigs to be culled after the presence of the deadly African swine fever (ASF) was found at a licensed farm in New Territories.

Is mouth breathing bad for your teeth? Dental professionals share risks and remedies

December 8, 2023

Is mouth breathing bad for your teeth? Dental professionals share risks and remedies

Breathing through your mouth could impact your oral health. NYU dentistry professor Dianne Sefo and cosmetic dentist Dr. Michael Wei explain the risks and ways to remedy it.

$'100-day cough': Highly contagious infection that could fracture ribs soars 250% in UK$

December 7, 2023

'100-day cough': Highly contagious infection that could fracture ribs soars 250% in UK

Health officials in the U.K. are warning the public about a sharp increase in whooping cough cases, a highly contagious bacterial infection that is dangerous for babies.

CDC's comments on today's pneumonia outbreaks vs. the early COVID cases, as compared by experts

December 7, 2023

CDC's comments on today's pneumonia outbreaks vs. the early COVID cases, as compared by experts

Pediatric pneumonia outbreaks have some doctors and families concerned, but statements from public health agencies suggest there’s no cause for alarm — similar to their initial reaction to COVID.

Childhood pneumonia surge reported in Netherlands amid outbreak in China

December 3, 2023

Childhood pneumonia surge reported in Netherlands amid outbreak in China

Childhood pneumonia cases are surging in the Netherlands and in China, health agencies have reported. Here's what we know so far about the mysterious increase in respiratory infections.

States report spike in child pneumonia cases

December 1, 2023

States report spike in child pneumonia cases

FOX News contributor Dr. Marc Siegel explains the spread and symptoms of ‘white lung’ on ‘America Reports.’

As childhood pneumonia spreads, here’s what parents can do to keep their kids healthy

December 1, 2023

As childhood pneumonia spreads, here’s what parents can do to keep their kids healthy

With some U.S. states now reporting outbreaks of childhood pneumonia cases, health experts share tips and insights for parents to prevent the illness from making its way into their households.

Amid childhood pneumonia outbreaks, infectious diseases expert reveals key facts about ‘white lung syndrome’

December 1, 2023

Amid childhood pneumonia outbreaks, infectious diseases expert reveals key facts about ‘white lung syndrome’

As childhood pneumonia outbreaks begin to crop up in regions around the U.S., an infectious diseases experts weighs in on possible causes and risks and presents key facts.

Casino workers seethe as smoking ban bill is delayed yet again in New Jersey Legislature

November 30, 2023

Casino workers seethe as smoking ban bill is delayed yet again in New Jersey Legislature

Casino workers are irate about inaction on a bill to ban smoking in Atlantic City casinos, which counts on legislative support, but has been repeatedly stymied.

Childhood pneumonia outbreak is reported in southwestern Ohio: 'Large uptick'

November 30, 2023

Childhood pneumonia outbreak is reported in southwestern Ohio: 'Large uptick'

A pediatric pneumonia outbreak has been reported in Warren Countyin southwestern Ohio. The Warren County Health District has recorded 142 cases of childhood pneumonia since August.