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Mpox outbreak no longer a global health emergency, WHO chief says
The World Health Organization no longer considers the mpox outbreak in Africa to be an international health emergency, the U.N. agency's director said Friday. The new form of mpox emerged in early 2024 in Congo and neighboring African countries, spread through close contact including sex. WHO declared it a global health emergency in August of
Ongoing parasitic outbreak sickens three more; Salmonella outbreak has ended
Federal officials continue to investigate an outbreak of infections from the parasite Cyclospora. The patient count has increased to 61, up from 58 a week ago. The Food and Drug Administration has not reported the patients’ ages or where they live. The agency has begun sample testing but has not...
Amid measles outbreak in Ontario, RFK Jr.’s advice has Canadian experts alarmed
America's new top health official said the measles vaccine 'causes deaths every year' and 'all the illnesses measles itself causes' Published Mar 14, 2025 Last updated Mar 15, 2025 7 minute read U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has been giving opinions on measles vaccination that have health experts rattled. Photo
FDA continues to investigate Listeria outbreak; Salmonella outbreak traced to imported pastries ends with import alert
The recalled mini pastries are now subject to a block at U.S. borders The FDA has initiated a site inspection related to a Listeria monocytogenes outbreak that has sickened more than two dozen people. Although it has also begun sample testing, the Food and Drug Administration is not reporting what site is being inspected or
Norovirus outbreak linked to oysters; health officials order recall and harvest area closure
The Louisiana Department of Health has closed a molluscan shellfish harvesting area in Area 3 and ordered a recall of all oysters harvested from that area since Jan. 10 because of an outbreak of norovirus-like illnesses. The recall includes frozen, shucked, breaded, post-harvest processed and oysters for the half-shell market...
Listeria outbreak tied to Yu Shang Food leaves California infant dead and 10 people sick
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Missouri E. coli outbreak now linked to illnesses in 6 states; leafy greens suspected
Genetic testing has shown that an E. coli outbreak thought to be limited to St. Louis, MO, is spread across six other states. Health officials suspect leafy greens are the source of the pathogen. The outbreak associated with Andre’s Banquets and Catering and Rockwood Summit High School is actually part...
CDC says deadly outbreak traced to Taylor Farms onions on McDonald’s burgers is over
An outbreak of E. coli O157:H7 infections traced to slivered onions on McDonald’s Quarter Pounder hamburgers has been declared over. As of Dec. 3, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention had confirmed 104 patients from 14 states. The CDC reported that 38 people required hospitalization and one patient died...
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Penn Entertainment’s Shareholders Decide to Slash CEO Pay Package
Penn Entertainment’s shareholders have finally rallied and decided to slash the remuneration package of CEO Jay Snowden this year, with the cap now set at a maximum of $17.4 million from previously $25.3 million. Penn Entertainment’s Boss Payment Now Restricted to $17.4M As the brand continues to recalibrate and readjust, shareholders have voted in droves
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Siya Goyal chose to kill Ketan to not ‘bring disrespect to her family’: Co-accused Chetan reveals motive of Pune case
Police said Siya and Chetan wanted to “eliminate” Ketan before she and the businessman were scheduled to leave for Bali for a pre-wedding photoshoot. Hoodie In Heat, Phone Left Behind: How Pune Cops Cracked Pune Businessman Murder Case Siya Goyal did not want to walk away from her engagement with Ketan Agarwal and elope
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Why higher health cover is becoming the new normal for Indian families
Santosh Puri, Head – Retail Health & Travel Underwriting at Tata AIG General Insurance, and Amit Chhabra, Chief Business Officer at Policybazaar.com, said health insurance adoption in India is improving amid rising medical costs and growing awareness. Consumers are increasingly opting for higher sum insured plans and comprehensive coverage. While insurers are expanding into smaller
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HCLTech signs AI-focused deals with Nokia and renewable fuels firm Neste
HCLTech has announced two new partnerships aimed at expanding its AI-led business. The company will work with Nokia on AI-driven network automation for telecom operators and help Finland-based Neste improve efficiency through artificial intelligence and IT transformation. 3 Min Read HCL Technologies Ltd. on Wednesday, June 24, announced two strategic partnerships aimed at boosting its
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CLARITY Act News: Odds Crash to 48% as Senate Talks Break Down and Opposition Widens
The future of U.S. crypto regulation has entered a critical phase, and the highly anticipated CLARITY Act is now facing fresh roadblocks just as lawmakers race against the clock. In this update, we dive into the latest CLARITY Act News and what it means for the industry. According to journalist Eleanor Terrett, a coalition of