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Measles Outbreak in Israel Prompts Accelerated Vaccination
Israel is experiencing a measles outbreak, with 48 hospitalizations (40 children), 11 currently hospitalized (3 critical), all unvaccinated; the Health Ministry is accelerating the second vaccine dose to counter this and prevent mass infection at an upcoming pilgrimage.
Measles Outbreak in Israel Prompts Accelerated Vaccination
Israel is experiencing a measles outbreak, with 48 hospitalizations (40 children), 11 currently hospitalized (3 critical), all unvaccinated; the Health Ministry is accelerating the second vaccine dose to counter this and prevent mass infection at an upcoming pilgrimage.
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40% Bias Score
Kyiv Hepatitis A Outbreak: 34 Infected, Schools Closed
A hepatitis A outbreak in Kyiv's Vidradny microdistrict has infected 34 people, 20 children, prompting three schools to switch to distance learning while authorities investigate the water sources and search for the origin of the infection.
Kyiv Hepatitis A Outbreak: 34 Infected, Schools Closed
A hepatitis A outbreak in Kyiv's Vidradny microdistrict has infected 34 people, 20 children, prompting three schools to switch to distance learning while authorities investigate the water sources and search for the origin of the infection.
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16% Bias Score
1,001 Measles Cases in U.S. in 2024: Second Highest in 25 Years
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports 1,001 confirmed measles cases in 2024, marking the second-highest total in 25 years, with 14 outbreaks across 31 jurisdictions and three deaths, primarily due to low vaccination rates.
1,001 Measles Cases in U.S. in 2024: Second Highest in 25 Years
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports 1,001 confirmed measles cases in 2024, marking the second-highest total in 25 years, with 14 outbreaks across 31 jurisdictions and three deaths, primarily due to low vaccination rates.
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40% Bias Score
Canadian Measles Outbreaks Exceed US Cases, Underscoring Vaccination Failure
Measles outbreaks in Ontario (1,383 cases) and Alberta (265 cases) in 2025 are far exceeding US numbers, primarily affecting unvaccinated children under 17, highlighting the urgent need for stricter vaccination policies.
Canadian Measles Outbreaks Exceed US Cases, Underscoring Vaccination Failure
Measles outbreaks in Ontario (1,383 cases) and Alberta (265 cases) in 2025 are far exceeding US numbers, primarily affecting unvaccinated children under 17, highlighting the urgent need for stricter vaccination policies.
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52% Bias Score
DRC Anthrax Outbreak: One Death Confirmed, Joint Emergency Response Underway
An anthrax outbreak in the DRC's Virunga National Park, first reported on March 22, has caused one confirmed human death, sixteen suspected cases, and is linked to a similar outbreak in Uganda, prompting a joint WHO and DRC emergency response.
DRC Anthrax Outbreak: One Death Confirmed, Joint Emergency Response Underway
An anthrax outbreak in the DRC's Virunga National Park, first reported on March 22, has caused one confirmed human death, sixteen suspected cases, and is linked to a similar outbreak in Uganda, prompting a joint WHO and DRC emergency response.
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4% Bias Score
Diphtheria Outbreak in Somalia: Urgent Response Needed
A diphtheria outbreak in Somalia is causing deaths among children; a meeting in Mogadishu discussed the rising number of cases and preventative measures.
Diphtheria Outbreak in Somalia: Urgent Response Needed
A diphtheria outbreak in Somalia is causing deaths among children; a meeting in Mogadishu discussed the rising number of cases and preventative measures.
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0% Bias Score
Czechia Faces Hepatitis A Surge
Czechia is grappling with a surge in Hepatitis A cases, reporting 450 infections and six deaths in the first four months of 2025, compared to 636 cases and two deaths in 2024; the actual numbers are likely higher. Outbreaks are concentrated in Prague, Central Bohemia, and Moravia-Silesia, affecting ...
Czechia Faces Hepatitis A Surge
Czechia is grappling with a surge in Hepatitis A cases, reporting 450 infections and six deaths in the first four months of 2025, compared to 636 cases and two deaths in 2024; the actual numbers are likely higher. Outbreaks are concentrated in Prague, Central Bohemia, and Moravia-Silesia, affecting ...
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28% Bias Score
U.S. Measles Cases Surpass 1,000, Resulting in Three Deaths
The U.S. surpasses 1,000 measles cases, with Texas (709 cases) as the epicenter, resulting in three deaths among unvaccinated individuals; ongoing outbreaks in Canada and Mexico share the same strain, highlighting the risk of low vaccination rates.
U.S. Measles Cases Surpass 1,000, Resulting in Three Deaths
The U.S. surpasses 1,000 measles cases, with Texas (709 cases) as the epicenter, resulting in three deaths among unvaccinated individuals; ongoing outbreaks in Canada and Mexico share the same strain, highlighting the risk of low vaccination rates.
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40% Bias Score
Measles Outbreak Spreads to Missouri After Aquarium Visit
An unvaccinated person with measles visited the St. Louis Aquarium on April 30th, potentially exposing hundreds of visitors; this follows a major Texas outbreak with 800+ cases and 2 deaths, the largest in two decades.
Measles Outbreak Spreads to Missouri After Aquarium Visit
An unvaccinated person with measles visited the St. Louis Aquarium on April 30th, potentially exposing hundreds of visitors; this follows a major Texas outbreak with 800+ cases and 2 deaths, the largest in two decades.
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40% Bias Score
Measles Outbreak in North America: 2,500 Cases, Four Deaths Linked to Vaccine Hesitancy
A measles outbreak in the US, Canada, and Mexico has caused 2,500 cases and four deaths, largely due to vaccine hesitancy and impacting Mennonite communities; the virus spread rapidly across borders due to close community connections and lower vaccination rates.
Measles Outbreak in North America: 2,500 Cases, Four Deaths Linked to Vaccine Hesitancy
A measles outbreak in the US, Canada, and Mexico has caused 2,500 cases and four deaths, largely due to vaccine hesitancy and impacting Mennonite communities; the virus spread rapidly across borders due to close community connections and lower vaccination rates.
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40% Bias Score
Measles Outbreak in Europe Surges, Romania Reports Highest Cases
A measles outbreak in Europe has seen over 4,500 cases in the EU by March 2025, with Romania reporting the most cases (3,203) and four deaths; low vaccination rates and cross-border transmission are contributing factors.
Measles Outbreak in Europe Surges, Romania Reports Highest Cases
A measles outbreak in Europe has seen over 4,500 cases in the EU by March 2025, with Romania reporting the most cases (3,203) and four deaths; low vaccination rates and cross-border transmission are contributing factors.
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20% Bias Score
Tuberculosis Case Confirmed at Florida High School
A case of active tuberculosis has been confirmed at Dillard High School in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, prompting school officials to offer testing to staff and students with parental consent; this follows recent increases in TB cases in Florida and a significant outbreak in Kansas.
Tuberculosis Case Confirmed at Florida High School
A case of active tuberculosis has been confirmed at Dillard High School in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, prompting school officials to offer testing to staff and students with parental consent; this follows recent increases in TB cases in Florida and a significant outbreak in Kansas.
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36% Bias Score
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