Kansas City Tuberculosis Outbreak: 67 Active Cases, Two Deaths
An ongoing tuberculosis outbreak in the Kansas City area, beginning a year ago, has resulted in 67 active and 79 inactive cases across Wyandotte and Johnson Counties, causing two deaths; this outbreak's scale is disputed by the CDC, which points to larger past outbreaks.
Kansas City Tuberculosis Outbreak: 67 Active Cases, Two Deaths
An ongoing tuberculosis outbreak in the Kansas City area, beginning a year ago, has resulted in 67 active and 79 inactive cases across Wyandotte and Johnson Counties, causing two deaths; this outbreak's scale is disputed by the CDC, which points to larger past outbreaks.
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40% Bias Score
Moderna's Norovirus Vaccine Trial Accelerated Amid Severe Winter Outbreak
Moderna's norovirus vaccine is in phase three trials, enrolling ahead of schedule due to a severe winter outbreak, with results expected by late 2024 or 2026. The vaccine targets three common genotypes, aiming to lessen symptoms and hospitalizations in high-risk groups like seniors and healthcare wo...
Moderna's Norovirus Vaccine Trial Accelerated Amid Severe Winter Outbreak
Moderna's norovirus vaccine is in phase three trials, enrolling ahead of schedule due to a severe winter outbreak, with results expected by late 2024 or 2026. The vaccine targets three common genotypes, aiming to lessen symptoms and hospitalizations in high-risk groups like seniors and healthcare wo...
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36% Bias Score
Mpox Outbreak in Africa Surpasses 77,000 Cases, 1,300 Deaths
Africa has reported 77,888 mpox cases and 1,321 deaths since the start of 2024, with Sierra Leone reporting its first outbreak on January 10th, bringing the total affected African countries to 21; the Africa CDC is prioritizing response intensification and infrastructure improvements.
Mpox Outbreak in Africa Surpasses 77,000 Cases, 1,300 Deaths
Africa has reported 77,888 mpox cases and 1,321 deaths since the start of 2024, with Sierra Leone reporting its first outbreak on January 10th, bringing the total affected African countries to 21; the Africa CDC is prioritizing response intensification and infrastructure improvements.
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24% Bias Score
Hepatitis A Outbreak Linked to Albert Heijn Blueberries
Hundreds of people may have contracted hepatitis A from frozen Albert Heijn blueberries; twelve people fell ill, two hospitalized, leading to a recall and a compensation claim. The contamination likely stemmed from poor hygiene during packaging.
Hepatitis A Outbreak Linked to Albert Heijn Blueberries
Hundreds of people may have contracted hepatitis A from frozen Albert Heijn blueberries; twelve people fell ill, two hospitalized, leading to a recall and a compensation claim. The contamination likely stemmed from poor hygiene during packaging.
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40% Bias Score
Hepatitis A Outbreak Linked to Albert Heijn Blueberries
Twelve people in the Netherlands contracted hepatitis A after eating Albert Heijn's frozen blueberries; two were hospitalized, and hundreds more cases are suspected due to poor hygiene during packaging at a Polish supplier; Albert Heijn recalled the product.
Hepatitis A Outbreak Linked to Albert Heijn Blueberries
Twelve people in the Netherlands contracted hepatitis A after eating Albert Heijn's frozen blueberries; two were hospitalized, and hundreds more cases are suspected due to poor hygiene during packaging at a Polish supplier; Albert Heijn recalled the product.
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32% Bias Score
Foot-and-Mouth Disease Outbreak in Germany
A foot-and-mouth disease outbreak in a herd of water buffalo near Berlin, Germany, prompted the culling of nearby swine and other cloven-hoofed animals, disinfection of the affected area, and testing of other livestock; the virus' origin remains unclear, but South Korea banned German pork imports.
Foot-and-Mouth Disease Outbreak in Germany
A foot-and-mouth disease outbreak in a herd of water buffalo near Berlin, Germany, prompted the culling of nearby swine and other cloven-hoofed animals, disinfection of the affected area, and testing of other livestock; the virus' origin remains unclear, but South Korea banned German pork imports.
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32% Bias Score
Unprecedented Tuberculosis Outbreak in Kansas
Kansas is experiencing its largest-ever tuberculosis outbreak, with 67 active and 79 latent cases reported since 2024, concentrated in Wyandotte and Johnson counties; state officials emphasize low risk to the general public while actively managing the ongoing situation.
Unprecedented Tuberculosis Outbreak in Kansas
Kansas is experiencing its largest-ever tuberculosis outbreak, with 67 active and 79 latent cases reported since 2024, concentrated in Wyandotte and Johnson counties; state officials emphasize low risk to the general public while actively managing the ongoing situation.
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32% Bias Score
Influenza Surge Overwhelms Dutch Hospitals
A surge in influenza cases in the Netherlands is overwhelming hospitals, causing postponements of non-emergency surgeries and impacting schools due to staff and student absences; experts recommend increased public health campaigns and influenza vaccinations.
Influenza Surge Overwhelms Dutch Hospitals
A surge in influenza cases in the Netherlands is overwhelming hospitals, causing postponements of non-emergency surgeries and impacting schools due to staff and student absences; experts recommend increased public health campaigns and influenza vaccinations.
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36% Bias Score
Tanzania Marburg Outbreak: Eight Deaths, High Regional Risk
A Marburg virus outbreak in Tanzania's Kagera region has resulted in nine confirmed cases and eight deaths by January 11th, raising concerns about potential regional spread due to high mortality and cross-border movement.
Tanzania Marburg Outbreak: Eight Deaths, High Regional Risk
A Marburg virus outbreak in Tanzania's Kagera region has resulted in nine confirmed cases and eight deaths by January 11th, raising concerns about potential regional spread due to high mortality and cross-border movement.
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36% Bias Score
Marburg Virus Outbreak in Tanzania: Eight Dead, Regional Risk High
Eight deaths and nine cases of Marburg virus have been reported in Tanzania's Kagera region, prompting concerns about regional spread due to its transport links; officials are working to identify the source and prevent further transmission.
Marburg Virus Outbreak in Tanzania: Eight Dead, Regional Risk High
Eight deaths and nine cases of Marburg virus have been reported in Tanzania's Kagera region, prompting concerns about regional spread due to its transport links; officials are working to identify the source and prevent further transmission.
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44% Bias Score
Foot-and-Mouth Disease Outbreak in Germany Leads to UK Import Ban
An outbreak of foot-and-mouth disease affecting 12 water buffaloes on a farm in Hönow, Brandenburg, Germany, has prompted a 3-kilometer protection zone and a 10-kilometer surveillance zone; all tests outside the initial farm are currently negative, but the UK has imposed an import ban on susceptible...
Foot-and-Mouth Disease Outbreak in Germany Leads to UK Import Ban
An outbreak of foot-and-mouth disease affecting 12 water buffaloes on a farm in Hönow, Brandenburg, Germany, has prompted a 3-kilometer protection zone and a 10-kilometer surveillance zone; all tests outside the initial farm are currently negative, but the UK has imposed an import ban on susceptible...
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24% Bias Score
Foot-and-Mouth Disease Outbreak in Brandenburg Triggers National Crisis Response
A foot-and-mouth disease outbreak in a Brandenburg buffalo herd has triggered a national crisis response, including the convening of a central crisis team and adjustments to the Green Week agricultural fair. Investigations into the virus's origin are underway, with additional farms under scrutiny, a...
Foot-and-Mouth Disease Outbreak in Brandenburg Triggers National Crisis Response
A foot-and-mouth disease outbreak in a Brandenburg buffalo herd has triggered a national crisis response, including the convening of a central crisis team and adjustments to the Green Week agricultural fair. Investigations into the virus's origin are underway, with additional farms under scrutiny, a...
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20% Bias Score