Wild Nature - Page 20

September 4

‘Silent killer’ parasitic disease spreading across multiple US states, experts warn

"Kissing bugs" transmit Chagas disease through infected feces, causing symptoms like fever and potentially fatal heart problems in 20%-30% of chronic cases.

September 3

School vaccine mandates may go away in Southern state, surgeon general announces

Surgeon General Joseph Ladapo and Gov. Ron DeSantis announced that Florida will move to eliminate vaccine mandates in schools, citing informed consent and individual choice over mandates.

September 2

Solar companies deploy sheep across farms in growing green energy trend

Solar farms are turning to sheep instead of mowers to cut grass under solar panels, lowering costs, reducing emissions and creating new income for farmers.

August 30

Alaska jogger dragged 100 yards by bear in terrifying predawn attack near driveway

Alaska authorities are searching for a brown bear that attacked a mother of three near her driveway, dragging her 100 yards before a neighbor found her.

August 30

Florida beaches claim 9 of top 10 spots for most shark attacks in America, new study shows

A new report revealed that Florida occupies 9 out of the 10 top beaches for the number of shark attacks that have happened between 1642 and 2024.

August 29

CDC warns of 'enhanced' virus risk for travelers amid outbreak spread by mosquitoes

CDC warns travelers to China about enhanced chikungunya risk in Guangdong Province, recommending vaccines, insect repellent and protective clothing.

August 29

Human plague case reported; patient likely exposed while camping

A 43-year-old New Mexico man contracted the plague while camping in Rio Arriba County and has recovered after hospitalization, state health officials report.

August 28

Contaminated oysters spread fatal flesh-eating bacteria in two states

Two people died after eating Louisiana oysters contaminated with Vibrio vulnificus bacteria, bringing the total deaths to six in Louisiana and five in Florida.

August 28

Common painkillers may fuel deadly superbugs that resist antibiotics, study warns

Scientists warn that over-the-counter pain relievers like ibuprofen and acetaminophen may fuel the antibiotic resistance crisis, especially in elder care facilities.

August 28

Great white shark sightings rise along Northeast beaches as summer winds down

Researchers document growing great white shark populations in Atlantic waters from Maine to Nova Scotia due to habitat changes, with a recent sighting in Oqunquit, Maine.