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Hantavirus, cause of Gene Hackman’s wife’s death, kills three in California

Hantavirus, the disease that caused the death of Betsy Arakawa, actor Gene Hackman’s wife, has claimed the lives of three people in California. Experts weigh in on the deadly virus.

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After Val Kilmer’s pneumonia death, what to know about the respiratory virus

Actor Val Kilmer, 65, died of pneumonia this week, his daughter confirmed. Dr. Marc Siegel discusses common causes and risks of the respiratory virus.

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Patient dies from rabies after organ transplant from infected donor

A Michigan resident has died of rabies after receiving an organ transplant. The patient, who received the transplant at an Ohio hospital in December 2024, died of the fatal virus in January 2025.

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Kansas announces measles outbreak with 10 cases reported

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment has confirmed 10 cases of measles in three counties as outbreaks across the U.S. continue to spread in unvaccinated kids.

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Dengue fever cases rising in popular spring break locations, CDC alerts

As spring break continues, the CDC released a warning about rising dengue fever cases among U.S. travelers and in several destinations across the globe. Here's what to know.

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Parents of girl who died after measles infection said they wouldn't get MMR vaccine

After their daughter passed away following a measles infection, West Texas parents spoke with Children’s Health Defense about their thoughts on the MMR vaccine.

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New outbreak of deadly bird flu strain confirmed for first time in 8 years

The H7N9 strain of bird flu was detected on a poultry farm in Mississippi. The infection of 47,654 commercial chickens was confirmed on March 13 by the World Organization for Animal Health.

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Cat owners beware as pet food with bird flu risk is recalled

Cat owners are warned of more pet food recalls, as Savage Pet of California says some of its products could contain H5N1 (bird flu). The FDA and New York Department of Health share key information.

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Fly safely amid measles outbreak with these important travel tips

As measles cases spread in the U.S., Ó£ÌÒÊÓƵ Digital spoke with WebMD chief medical officer Dr. John Whyte, who shared tips on how to stay safe from infection while traveling.

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Five years since initial response to coronavirus spread in the United States

Ó£ÌÒÊÓƵ looks back at the government's response to the deadly pandemic five years since COVID-19 began to spread in the United States.

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Measles cases continue to rise in Texas — see the latest numbers

Texas has released its latest numbers of reported measles cases amid the ongoing outbreak in the South Plains region. Twenty-nine of the patients have been hospitalized.

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Measles more likely to be severe among malnourished, RFK says

RFK Jr. emphasized the link between nutrition and measles severity in an interview with Ó£ÌÒÊÓƵ' Dr. Marc Siegel. Here's what to know about why malnourished children are at higher risk.

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Maryland confirms first measles case in traveler at major DC airport

The state of Maryland has confirmed its first measles case in a Howard County resident who recently traveled internationally. Here's what you should know.

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Virginia health officials confirm measles case at major international airport

Virginia health officials said they are aware of a confirmed case of measles that may have exposed other travelers at Dulles International Airport on March 5 between 4 p.m. and 9 p.m.

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What is hantavirus, the cause of Gene Hackman’s wife’s death?

Gene Hackman's wife, Betsy Arakawa Hackman, died from hantavirus pulmonary syndrome. What is hantavirus and how does it spread? Experts weigh in on the fatal disease.

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Lingering lung disorders 5 years post-COVID: Here's what to know

Post-COVID pulmonary fibrosis, which involves scarring of the lungs that can worsen over time and may require a lung transplant, affects some patients after infection, according to pulmonologists.

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Florida alerts first measles case of year in public school as experts stress vaccination

The state of Florida has reported its first measles case for 2025 in Miami-Dade Public Schools. Amid the measles outbreak this year, experts note the importance of vaccination.

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Vitamin A as measles treatment? RFK Jr.'s comments spark discussion of benefits and risks

Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. considered vitamin A as a CDC-recommended therapeutic for supportive measles care. Public health and infectious disease experts weigh the benefits and risks.

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RFK Jr. recommends measles vaccines for community immunity while supporting personal choice

Amid the ongoing measles outbreak in Texas, Ó£ÌÒÊÓƵ' senior medical analyst Dr. Marc Siegel sat down with HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. in an exclusive interview to discuss contagion concerns.

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What you need to know about the measles outbreak

Measles are spreading and have already caused one death. Here's what you need to know according to the CDC and medical experts.

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Measles vaccines given long ago could be less effective now, doctors say

For those who were vaccinated for measles many decades ago, there’s a chance the protection has worn off by now. Here's how to determine whether you need a booster.

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Measles cases continue to spread in multiple states following child’s death

New measles cases have been reported since the first death in West Texas amid the ongoing outbreak. Cases have also been confirmed in New Mexico and New Jersey.

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First measles death reported in West Texas amid growing outbreak

The first measles death has been reported in West Texas amid the outbreak that has infected more than 100 people, Associated Press reported on Wednesday morning.

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Scientists find clues on why COVID vaccine causes chronic health problems in some

Yale researchers have found clues as to why certain people experience adverse health effects after the COVID-19 vaccine, which they have dubbed “post-vaccination syndrome."

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5 years after COVID, Americans are split on whether it's still a threat

Five years after COVID-19, Pew Research Center conducted a survey to gauge Americans’ views on the current COVID risk and how the pandemic was handled.

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New bat coronavirus discovered in China sparks pandemic concerns

The discovery of a new bat coronavirus in China has sparked concerns of another pandemic. The virus, HKU5-CoV-2, is similar to to SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19.

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Is MMR vaccine safe for kids? Dr. Nicole Saphier addresses concerns as measles cases rise

Ó£ÌÒÊÓƵ medical contributor Dr. Nicole Saphier addresses frequently asked questions regarding the measles, mumps and rubella (MMR) vaccine, covering side effects, autism and more.

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Philippine village offers cash for mosquitos amid dengue outbreak

To combat a dengue outbreak, a Philippine village is offering a bounty of one Philippines peso for every five mosquitoes residents turn in.

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Flu cases are highest in these US states: See the map

The U.S. is in peak flu season, as the CDC releases a map of influenza activity across the country. See which states are at the highest risk of flu activity.

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Bird flu found in Arizona dairy cattle milk after being first detected in neighboring Nevada

Bird flu has been detected in Arizona dairy cattle milk, and a dairy farm has been placed under quarantine as a precaution, according to officials.

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New mpox strain confirmed in US state for first time

The New York State Department of Health issued a health advisory about the emergence of a new strain of mpox (formerly monkeypox). The person had recently traveled from Africa.