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Louisiana health officials report 23 confirmed cases of cyclosporiasis, a parasitic illness causing explosive diarrhea, with one hospitalization and no deaths. The CDC tracks 145 domestic cases across 17 states, including a large outbreak in Michigan with over 700 cases, though no single source has been identified.

The leading causes of death in 1776 were infectious diseases like smallpox and tuberculosis, driven by lack of antibiotics, vaccines, and modern medical practices. Today, chronic conditions dominate due to advancements in public health, sanitation, and medical technology, with life expectancy rising from 30 to 80 years. Key breakthroughs include vaccines, germ theory, and improved water sanitation.

Lyme disease cases in Vermont have risen significantly, with 2,246 reported in 2025 and the state now having the second-highest rate in the U.S. Patti Casey's team monitors tick populations, finding 51% of tested deer ticks carry Lyme disease. Climate change and increased human-tick interactions, such as suburban development, are contributing factors.

A study on COVID-19 vaccine effectiveness was published after being blocked from a government health journal. The research was initially restricted from publication in a CDC-affiliated journal but has now been released elsewhere.

A confirmed measles case was identified in a Maryland resident who traveled through Dulles Airport and visited an urgent care clinic in Washington, D.C. on June 17. Health officials from the District, Maryland, and Virginia issued warnings, urging potential exposures to contact providers and isolate if symptomatic. This marks Maryland's fourth measles case of 2024.

A person associated with Stuart W. Cramer High School in Gaston County tested positive for active tuberculosis. Health officials are identifying potential exposures but stated there is no ongoing community threat. The CDC provided information on tuberculosis symptoms, transmission, and treatment.

A rabies case in a coyote in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina, has exposed at least one person and a domestic pet. This marks the fourth rabies case in the county this year, with three involving raccoons and a cat. Authorities are hosting a public event to address coyote-related concerns.

The US government may allow 18 American passengers exposed to the Andes strain of hantavirus to return home after a six-week quarantine, requiring 24/7 monitoring outside their homes. The passengers, part of a cruise group linked to 13 cases and three deaths, are currently quarantined in Nebraska, but New York has refused to permit this arrangement.

A former adviser to President Trump during the COVID-19 pandemic stated that the U.S. is equipped to handle an Ebola outbreak. The adviser noted that the U.S. currently lacks confirmed heads for the CDC and FDA.

Dr. Deborah Birx, who led the 2014 Ebola response, assured that the CDC and FDA have a 'deep bench' of expertise to handle an Ebola outbreak despite lacking confirmed agency heads. Her comments were made during an appearance on 'Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan.'

An American doctor has been infected with Ebola while working in the Democratic Republic of Congo. The CDC confirmed the infection as the US restricts entry for some travelers due to the outbreak. The incident is being reported by NBC's Molly Hunter.

An American has tested positive for Ebola in Africa, prompting concern from Donald Trump. The CDC announced the news earlier on Monday. This development raises concerns about the spread of the disease.

The US is banning foreign travelers from Ebola-impacted nations, including Uganda, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, and South Sudan, if they have been in these countries in the previous 21 days. The ban is imposed by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in response to a growing Ebola outbreak. The CDC is invoking Title 42 to block noncitizens from entering the country.

NPR's Michel Martin discusses the CDC's role in a hantavirus outbreak on a cruise ship with former CDC Chief Medical Officer Debra Houry. The conversation focuses on the agency's responsibility in helping exposed Americans. The outbreak highlights the importance of the CDC's involvement in public health crises.

Two Maryland residents are being monitored for potential hantavirus exposure after sharing a flight with an infected cruise ship passenger. The risk to the public in Maryland remains very low, according to state health officials. The residents were not on the MV Hondius cruise ship but shared a flight with a passenger who has the virus.

Acting CDC Director Jay Bhattacharya discussed the US response to a hantavirus outbreak on a cruise ship, stating it's very different from COVID-19 and should be treated as such. The outbreak is being handled by the CDC. The agency's approach is under scrutiny.

The US has no cruise inspectors after the CDC department was laid off, raising concerns as a hantavirus outbreak on a ship kills three people. The lack of inspectors and the virus outbreak have sparked worries about the spread of the disease to America. This situation highlights the potential health risks associated with cruise travel.

Anthony Fauci expressed disappointment with the US COVID vaccination rate, blaming Americans for not meeting his target, while also criticizing the distribution of booster doses. He believes that if everyone accepted the vaccine, the distribution would have been more effective. Fauci compared the US to other countries, which achieved higher vaccination rates.

There have been three deaths and at least eight reported cases of hantavirus among passengers of the MV Hondius cruise ship, with at least five states monitoring residents who returned from the ship. The virus has historically caused around 800 to 900 cases in the US, mostly west of the Mississippi River. Hantavirus can lead to a deadly syndrome called hantavirus pulmonary syndrome (HPS), with a mortality rate of 30% to 60%.

The CDC has stated that the risk of hantavirus to the US public is very low amid an outbreak on a cruise ship headed to Europe, where three people have been affected. The outbreak involves a Dutch couple and a German national on board the M/V. The CDC is monitoring the situation.

A Swiss man tested positive for hantavirus after returning from a cruise linked to a deadly outbreak that has already killed three passengers. The outbreak is related to the Andes strain of hantavirus, which can spread between humans through close contact. Health officials are monitoring passengers and taking measures to contain the situation.

A Swiss man tested positive for hantavirus after returning from a cruise linked to a deadly outbreak, which has already killed three passengers and sickened several others. The outbreak is caused by the Andes strain of hantavirus, which can spread between humans through close contact. Health officials are monitoring passengers and have isolated the infected man.

President Donald Trump is reviving the Presidential Fitness Test Award, a competitive school-based fitness program phased out during the Obama administration. The move aims to reintroduce a performance-based benchmark for student fitness. This decision is part of the Trump administration's broader 'Make America Healthy Again' push.

The dangerous 'Benadryl challenge' involving excessive use of diphenhydramine (Benadryl) has resulted in one death and dozens hospitalized, prompting warnings from health officials about the risks of drug overdose.

Rectal cancer deaths are rising two to three times faster than colon cancer deaths among adults aged 20 to 44 in the U.S., with mortality projected to worsen through 2035, particularly for 35-44-year-olds. A study using CDC death records and machine learning found rectal cancer mortality gaps widening across demographics, with Hispanic adults and Western states experiencing the steepest increases. Researchers highlight diagnostic delays and lifestyle factors as key concerns.

The co-hosts of ABC’s 'The View' criticized HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. for his leadership, citing his lack of medical credentials and controversial policies. Joy Behar accused the administration of pursuing policies 'trying to kill us,' while Alyssa Farah Griffin highlighted concerns over cutting $500 million in mRNA vaccine research funding. Kennedy faced scrutiny for his AI-driven healthcare vision and past controversies, including addiction and risky behavior.

HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. testified before Congress defending President Trump’s 2027 budget, which proposes a 12% cut to HHS funding, while deflecting blame for declining vaccination rates and measles outbreaks. Kennedy attributed the issues to global trends and loss of public trust in government health guidance, despite critics linking his past anti-vaccine advocacy to eroded trust in federal health agencies.

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. clashed with Rep. Mark Takano over concerns about President Trump's mental fitness during a congressional hearing. Kennedy refused to support a mental health assessment for Trump or invoking the 25th Amendment, while Takano cited AI-generated images and inflammatory remarks as evidence of instability. The exchange followed a prior heated argument between Kennedy and Rep. Terri Sewell over his controversial comments on Black children.

President Donald Trump announced the nomination of Dr. Erica Schwartz, former deputy surgeon general, to lead the CDC. The nomination is supported by Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and Senator Tommy Tuberville, with Senate confirmation required. Trump also named three additional CDC leadership roles.

Israel and Lebanon have agreed to a 10-day ceasefire, U.S. military officials confirm the blockade of Iranian ports and the ceasefire are holding, and President Trump has nominated a former Coast Guard doctor as the new CDC chief.

Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. faced intense questioning from Democrats in House hearings over vaccine policy, staff cuts at health agencies, and a surge in measles cases. Kennedy defended his stance on vaccines, acknowledged the potential efficacy of the measles vaccine in a Texas child's case, and addressed staffing increases at the department.

President Trump nominated former deputy surgeon general Erica Schwartz to lead the CDC, aiming to address its leadership vacuum and demoralized workforce. He also appointed several other officials, including Sean Slovenski and Jennifer Shuford, to key roles at the agency.

Maryland Governor Wes Moore signed the Vax Act, shifting vaccine guidance authority from the CDC's Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) to the state's health secretary. The law mandates state-level recommendations for immunizations, screening, and preventive services, marking a departure from federal guidelines.

A study published in the British Journal of Cancer highlights disparities in cancer mortality decline across U.S. regions and income levels, with urban, coastal, and higher-income counties showing greater improvements. Rural and lower-income areas experienced smaller declines, emphasizing factors like tobacco control and access to healthcare as contributing factors.

Omaha, Nebraska, faces significant lead contamination due to a Superfund site, yet most children aren't tested for lead. A lack of universal testing laws in Nebraska contrasts with 13 other states that require lead screening for all kindergarten-aged children, leading to missed cases of elevated lead levels.

Respiratory viruses, including RSV and a new COVID-19 variant, are persisting longer than usual this spring. The CDC reports delayed RSV cases and widespread spread of the variant across the country.

CDC Director Susan Monarez was removed from her position, but her attorneys claim the firing is legally deficient. Monarez asserts only President Trump can legally dismiss her.