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Trump Appoints Veteran Public Health Official to Lead Pandemic Office

President Trump appointed Gerald Parker, a veterinarian and former top federal health official with expertise in "One Health," to lead the White House Office of Pandemic Preparedness and Response Policy this week; his experience spans multiple administrations and agencies, and he will immediately ta...

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H5N1 Bird Flu Detected in Nevada Dairy Cattle

A strain of the H5N1 bird flu virus has been detected in dairy cattle in Nevada, marking the first time the strain has been found in cows; health officials say pasteurized milk remains safe, but concerns remain regarding raw milk consumption and potential spread to other livestock.

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RIVM Study Links Goat Farms to Lung Infections, Sparking Political Debate

A new RIVM study links lung infections to proximity to goat farms, prompting the VVD to call for a moratorium on new goat farms; the government is divided on the response, with the Minister of Health wanting action while the Minister of Agriculture wants to wait for further advice from the Health Co...

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Dutch Government Faces Backlash Over Inaction on Goat Farm Health Risks

A new RIVM study links goat farms to 20-100 annual lung infection deaths, prompting opposition outrage while the government seeks further advice, highlighting conflicting ministerial viewpoints.

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Germany Reflects on Five Years of Covid-19: Lessons Learned and Future Threats

Five years after Germany's first Covid-19 case in February 2020, virologist Sandra Ciesek and medical director Jürgen Graf reflect on the pandemic's critical moments, highlighting the inadequate protection of elderly care home residents in fall 2020 and the unequal global vaccine distribution. They ...

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Liberia's Emirates Hospital Faces Collapse Due to Severe Underfunding

Senator Amara Konneh decried the dire conditions at Liberia's Emirates Hospital, citing severe underfunding (budget slashed from \$350,000 to \$150,000 in 2025), leading to medicine shortages, power outages, and demotivated staff; similar issues plague other hospitals nationwide, prompting calls for...

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Los Angeles Wildfires Cause Eightfold Increase in Fire-Related ED Visits

In the aftermath of the January 2024 Los Angeles wildfires, emergency department visits related to fire and smoke inhalation increased eightfold, peaking at 1.01% on January 8th, while overall ED visits decreased by 9%, possibly due to factors like displacement and access challenges. This surge dire...

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DLRG Membership Reaches Record High Amidst Public Pool Investment Crisis

The German Life Saving Society (DLRG) announced a record 627,000 members in 2024, a 3.3% increase from 2023, despite concerns over the state of public swimming pools due to an investment backlog threatening swimming lessons for children.

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RIVM Study Links Goat Farms to Lung Infections; Government Faces Backlash Over Inaction

A new RIVM study confirms a link between goat farms and increased lung infection risk, resulting in 20-100 deaths annually. The government, facing criticism for inaction, seeks further advice while internal disagreements persist between ministers prioritizing health versus agricultural interests.

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Novel Henipavirus Discovered in Alabama Shrews

Researchers discovered Camp Hill virus, a novel henipavirus, in shrews in Alabama; its similarity to other deadly viruses like Langya and Hendra raises concerns about human transmission, necessitating further research into prevention and vaccines.

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US Sees Second Flu Peak Amidst High Covid-19 Levels, New At-Home Tests Offer Hope but Face Cost Barrier

The United States is experiencing a second peak in flu cases this season, surpassing last year's peak with a 30% test positivity rate, resulting in at least 20 million cases and 11,000 deaths; this coincides with high levels of Covid-19, yet new at-home combination tests offer faster diagnosis and t...

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Hawaiʻi House Bill 1246: Marijuana Legalization Bill Advances

Hawaiʻi House Bill 1246 proposes legalizing recreational marijuana for adults 21+ in 2026, creating a new regulatory agency, and taxing sales; it passed two House committees but faces funding and Senate approval challenges.

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