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Widespread Produce Recall Expands Amid Listeria Fears, Affecting Major Retailers
A significant recall of various produce items has been issued across 18 states due to concerns over potential listeria contamination. Ohio-based Wiers Farm Inc. initially recalled cucumbers sold at select Walmart stores, but the recall has now expanded to include a broader range of products sold at major retailers like Aldi, Kroger, and Walmart. 
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Revolutionary HIV Drug Could Slash Costs to $40 Annually: Researchers Push for Accessibility
A groundbreaking new drug, heralded as the closest approximation to an HIV vaccine to date, could drastically reduce the annual cost of HIV prevention to just $40 per patient. Currently priced at $42,250 for the first year, Lenacapavir, marketed as Sunlenca by U.S. pharmaceutical giant Gilead, has shown extraordinary promise in clinical trials. 
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GLP-1 Drugs: Rising Popularity for Weight Loss Sparks Shortages for Diabetics
GLP-1 medications, originally developed to treat type 2 diabetes, are increasingly being used for weight loss, according to a recent study by Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. This trend is causing concerns about potential drug shortages and limited access for diabetic patients who need these medications. 
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Climate Change Reportedly Fuels Bird Flu Outbreak: Five Human Cases Confirmed in U.S. Amid Record Heatwave
In an unprecedented development, the U.S. is grappling with its largest outbreak of bird flu in humans, exacerbated by extreme heat conditions that have compromised personal protective equipment (PPE) for workers handling infected poultry. Officials have confirmed that four individuals have tested positive for the H5N1 virus, with a fifth case likely to be confirmed soon. This marks the first significant cluster of human cases of bird flu in the country. 
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Study Links Infrequent Bowel Movements to Kidney Damage, Frequent Diarrhea to Liver Issues
A recent study published in the journal Cell Reports Medicine has unveiled significant insights into how the frequency of bowel movements may be intricately linked to long-term health. Conducted by researchers from the Institute for Systems Biology (ISB) in Seattle, the study analyzed data from over 1,400 healthy adults and discovered correlations between bowel movement frequency and signs of decreased organ function. 
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Social Security Faces Smallest Benefit Increase in Years Amid Declining Inflation
The Social Security Administration (SSA) is poised to announce one of the smallest cost-of-living adjustments (COLA) in recent years, with early estimates suggesting a modest 2.6% increase for 2025. This adjustment, driven by declining inflation rates, has significant implications for millions of retirees who rely on Social Security benefits to manage their living expenses. 
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Lifestyle Changes Could Prevent Nearly Half of U.S. Cancer Deaths, New Study Reveals
In a groundbreaking study, the American Cancer Society revealed that nearly 40% of new cancer cases and almost half of cancer deaths among adults in the United States could be prevented through lifestyle changes. The findings underscore the significant impact that modifiable risk factors have on cancer prevalence and mortality, highlighting the urgent need for more effective preventive health measures and interventions. 
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Massachusetts Reports First EEE Detection in Mosquitoes for 2024, Raises Public Health Alert
Eastern equine encephalitis (EEE) virus has been detected in mosquitoes in Massachusetts for the first time in 2024, prompting health officials to raise the risk level in several communities. The Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) confirmed that EEE was found in mosquito samples collected on June 30 in Carver, Plymouth County. 
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COVID-19 Emergency Room Visits and Deaths on the Rise: What It Means for the U.S.
As the summer progresses, recent data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has shown an uptick in COVID-19 emergency room visits and deaths across the United States. This trend, observed in the latest surveillance data, has reignited concerns about the ongoing impact of the virus, especially as it continues to mutate and spread. 
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Measles Alert:Health Officials Warn of Potential Exposure After Traveler's Route Through Boston
Health officials in Massachusetts and New Hampshire have issued warnings about potential measles exposure following an international visitor's journey from Boston to Amsterdam while infected with the virus. The Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) has detailed the timeline and locations where exposure may have occurred, urging those present to take precautions. 
