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UK Child Vaccination Rates Plummet Amidst Measles Outbreak

The UK is experiencing the lowest child vaccination rates in over a decade, with MMR rates at 88.8% and a recent measles death in Liverpool; this follows a decline since 2013/14, linked to misinformation and vaccine hesitancy, impacting public health and potentially leading to further outbreaks.

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Confusion Over NHS Shingles Vaccine Leaves Thousands Unprotected

Widespread confusion regarding NHS shingles vaccine eligibility in the UK leaves thousands of over-65s unprotected against the painful and potentially fatal virus, despite the vaccine's 90% effectiveness, due to unclear eligibility criteria and insufficient public awareness campaigns.

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Childhood Vaccination Rates Hit Record Low, Fueling Disease Outbreaks

U.S. childhood vaccination rates fell for the fifth consecutive year in 2024-25, dropping below the herd immunity threshold for MMR and polio (92.5%) and reaching a record-high exemption rate of 3.6%, resulting in increased cases of measles and whooping cough.

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HHS Removes Liaison Organizations from CDC's Vaccine Advisory Committee

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) removed roughly 30 liaison member organizations from the CDC's Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) workgroups, prompting concerns about the politicization of vaccine recommendations and potential negative impacts on public health...

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Tenth West Nile Virus Death Reported in Italy Amidst Rising Case Numbers

A 93-year-old woman died from West Nile virus in Rome, Italy, marking the tenth death this year; 57 new cases were reported between July 24th and 30th, with the virus spreading to seven new Italian regions and other European countries.

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1,500 European Heat Deaths Directly Linked to Climate Change

A recent study estimates 2,300 heat-related deaths across 12 European cities during a July heatwave, with 1,500 (65%) directly attributed to climate change, highlighting the urgent need for preventative measures and improved data collection.

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Flint's Lead Pipe Replacement: Skepticism Remains Amidst EPA Order Lift

Flint, Michigan, completed replacing 11,000 lead pipes and restoring 28,000 properties, prompting the EPA to lift its emergency drinking water order; however, many residents remain skeptical due to ongoing health issues and lack of full accountability for the 2014 water crisis.

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Lyme Disease Cases Surge in Bavaria

Bavaria reports a significant surge in Lyme disease cases this year, reaching 2940 by July 28th—a 500-case increase compared to 2023—while FSME cases remain lower than last year at 153. Early treatment is key for Lyme disease, and FSME vaccination is recommended across most of Bavaria.

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US Government Removes Medical Organizations from Vaccine Recommendation Process

The U.S. government abruptly removed several leading medical organizations from the vaccine recommendation process, sparking concerns about fragmented and potentially conflicting vaccine guidance, following Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s controversial restructuring of the Advisory Committe...

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Tehran Shuts Public Restrooms Amidst Devastating Water Crisis

Due to Iran's severe water crisis, public restrooms in Tehran are closing as part of government water conservation measures, affecting approximately 20,000 public restrooms across the city. Water cuts of up to 48 hours, coupled with power outages amidst extreme heat, have prompted social media outra...

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Climate Change Linked to 1,500 Heatwave Deaths in Europe

A study estimates that climate change contributed to the deaths of approximately 1,500 people during a recent European heatwave, highlighting the urgent need for increased preparedness and mitigation efforts.

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Record Drowning Deaths in Spain Highlight Urgent Need for Safety Improvements

June 2025 marked a tragic record in Spain with 85 drowning deaths, a 112% increase from 2014, highlighting the need for improved safety measures, especially given the 289 deaths by July 19th.

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