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Health August 19

Largest measles outbreak in US is officially over, health officials say

The Texas health department has declared the end of the measles outbreak after 42 days without new case, with officials urging continued vigilance as global outbreaks pose future risks.

Health August 19

Medical group goes against CDC, recommends COVID shots for young kids

A pediatric medical group contradicts CDC guidance by including COVID-19 vaccines in its annual immunization schedule for children at the highest risk of severe illness.

Health August 18

Valley fever cases spike to record levels in West Coast state, health officials warn

Valley fever fungal infection surges across California, affecting thousands with symptoms similar to COVID-19 and potential serious health complications.

VIDEO August 17

Public trust in mRna vaccines is gone, NIH director claims

Ó£ÌÒÊÓƵ senior medical analyst Dr. Marc Siegel reflects on his interview with NIH Director Dr. Jay Bhattacharya addressing the Trump administration's decision to end investment in mRna vaccine development and more. 

Health August 16

Cancer vaccine shows promise in preventing recurrence of pancreatic, colorectal tumors

A new cancer vaccine targeting KRAS gene mutations shows promise in preventing pancreatic and colorectal cancer recurrence in a UCLA clinical trial.

Opinion August 16

America's tipping culture spirals from 15% to 30% as digital guilt trip kicks in

Digital payment terminals now suggest 30% tips for basic services, shifting wage responsibility from employers to customers through guilt-inducing technology prompts.

Health August 15

Mosquito-borne dengue fever cases surge at popular US vacation destination

Dengue fever cases have surged in Hawaii with the latest travel-related infection, prompting health department warnings about mosquito-borne virus prevention for returning travelers.

Media August 15

Former Washington Post fact-checker admits he 'screwed up' on COVID-19 lab leak theory

Former Washington Post fact-checker Glenn Kessler admitted he was wrong in his 2020 fact check arguing that it was “doubtful" COVID-19 came from a lab leak.

VIDEO August 15

HHS revives child vaccine task force

Pediatrician Dr. Dyan Hes discusses the latest efforts by NIH to promote child vaccine safety and the 'carnivore babies' diet trend taking off online.

Health August 14

Person infected with brain-eating amoeba after water-skiing, health officials say

A brain-eating amoeba case in Missouri highlights the risks of warm freshwater activities, as health officials recommend preventing water from entering the nose.

VIDEO August 13

Dr. Jay Bhattacharya says cancer vaccine research showing 'promising' results

Ó£ÌÒÊÓƵ senior medical analyst Dr. Marc Siegel discusses Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. cancelling funding for mRNA vaccination contracts due to lack of public trust.